Ship: Wind Spirit
Itinerary: Greek Isles: Rome to Athens
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| Day 1 : | Rome, Italy |
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| Day 2 : | Ischia, Italy |
| Day 3 : | Amalfi, Italy |
| Day 4 : | Messina, Sicily |
| Day 5 : | At Sea |
| Day 6 : | Monemvasia, Greece |
| Day 7 : | Milos, Greece |
| Day 8 : | Athens, Greece |
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| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | ||
| Category B | Category A | Owners Suite | ||
| 8 | May 22, 2010 | $2,799 | $2,899 | $4,199 |
| Destinations : Greece, Italy, Mediterranean, Sicily |
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- Taxes, government and security fees range from $35 to $325.
- Fares are capacity controlled, based on double occupancy and subject to change without notice.
- Many shore excursions are offered and are an additional cost, please call for more details.
Complimentary water sports are available when ships are at anchor and where conditions and local government authorities permit. Mediterranean voyages offer limited water sports activities. In the event of turbulent seas and adverse weather conditions, water sports may be cancelled for safety reasons.
It is said that Aphrodite, the goddess of love, was born from the sea. If so, it was surely in the impossibly blue waters surrounding the Greek Isles. The signs of her beauty are imprinted on each island. From the haunting Cave Lake of Cephalonia to the magnificent cliffs of the island of Kythira. Even today, one might happen upon a Greek god or goddess sunning on the beaches of Mykonos or Rhodes.
Day 1 : Rome, Italy
2,500 years of history are woven into the fabric of modern Rome. You can feel it in the glory of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican. Or as you wander sidestreets that open onto piazzas, fountains, Bernini sculpture, and elegant courtyards. Famous treasures are legion in Rome: the Colosseum…the Forum…St. Peter’s Cathedral…the Trevi Fountain…the Spanish Steps. Take time out between sights to do as the Romans do: enjoy a three-hour lunch, shop, people-watch, or savor the best gelati in the world.
Day 2 : Ischia, Italy
Ischia is a volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, at the northern end of the Gulf of Naples. Some sights worth seeing are the Church of Soccorso (a tiny white-washed church located in the square on the Punta del Soccorso in Forio, that looks out onto the crystal clear sea), and Castello Aragonese (a castle located on a small island near Ischia Ponte). There are many wonderful beaches located here as well, namely Lido di Ischia and Cartaromana beach.
Day 3 : Amalfi, Italy
During the Middle Ages, Amalfi was a bustling maritime state (the ship compass was invented here) with a population of 50,000. Today, it draws crowds and raves for the beauty of its setting, perched on a deep gorge, along the most romantic drive in all Italy; and its Duomo, which mixes Moorish and early-Gothic influences.
Day 4 : Messina, Sicily
Day 5 : At Sea
Day 6 : Monemvasia, Greece
Situated near the site of ancient Sparta, the ancient castles and fortresses, faded palaces and narrow byways are more reminiscent of the city's Byzantine and Venetian days.
Day 7 : Milos, Greece
Milos is a volcanic island in the Aegean Sea. The island is famous for the statue of Venus de Milo (in the Louvre), and also for statues of Asclepius, now in the British Museum, and the Poseidon and an archaic Apollo in Athens. It is unique for its astonishing lunar landscape which creates unbelievable and imposing rocky formations colored in deep red, brown or glimmering white. Those fantastic hills and rocks are often emerging from a turquoise sea, boarded by fine golden, white or grey sand. Villages and small towns are charming and very attractive. The main town is Adamas.
Day 8 : Athens, Greece
Above the city, looking out towards the blue Aegean, stands the Acropolis. Here lie the ruins of a culture 2,500 years old: the Propylaea; the Temple of Athena Nike; the Erechtheum temple, and, most famous of all, the Parthenon.
Meanwhile, modern Athens buzzes busily below, a city of chic restaurants, lively bazaars, sophisticated banking, historical museums, and the sights and smells of the Plaka district.
Ship Description: Wind Spirit
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Fly Bridge
Wind Spirit was created in the 1988 with the vision to offer an alternative to the typical cruise or resort vacation. The Wind Spirit passenger sees the world from a romantic sailing ship with luxurious accommodations, a casual yet elegant atmosphere, and exquisite service and cuisine.
Wind Spirit is officially a motor-sail-yacht (msy), but the designation belies the vessels' unique rigging. Unfurling in two minutes at the push of a button, billowing white sails reach to the sky. All functions are operated from the bridge by computer micro-chips and navigational devices. The unusual "open-bridge" operation allows guests to drop by and acquaint themselves with the veteran captains and officers who demonstrate the ships' intriguing capabilities to modern day explorers.
This ships unique concept of sailing has led the cruise industry in the luxury small ship, casual attire, and alternative dining arenas. Pioneering and refining these concepts has earned the Wind Spirit an excellent reputation and market niche, winning the allegiance of a new generation of contemporary cruise vacationers, one-third of whom are first-time cruisers.
Teak decking, rich wood interiors, an attentive service staff, intimate surroundings, eclectic artwork, exceptional signature cuisine featuring both light and vegetarian menu selections, and an extensive wine list are some of the extraordinary elements of this exceptional ship.
Passengers are cradled in comfort as all staterooms and suites offer ocean views, sitting area, new LCD flatscreen TV, DVD, CD player, iPod Nanos and Bose SoundDocks systems, safe, mini-bar/refrigerator, international direct-dial phones, bathroom with luxurious pampering toiletries, hair dryer, plush terry cloth robes, and an abundance of closet space. The library on board stocks an array of international newspapers, books and games, as well as a multi-media selection of more than 500 DVD titles and compact discs available for complimentary check-out.
Carrying just 148 guests, the Wind Spirit exudes a private-yacht-like atmosphere creating camaraderie and lasting friendships between fellow sailors. Every day aboard the Wind Spirit brings the promise of new horizons and harbors to explore.
An interesting mix of shore excursions and complimentary water sports activities are available at each destination. Passengers may find themselves slicing through Caribbean waters or exploring archaeological ruins in Greece, the "Cradle of Civilization." Water buffs can enjoy complimentary water-skiing, windsurfing, snorkeling, and kayaking from the ship's aft Water Sports Platform.
Category BDeck one stateroom, 188 square feet. Some offer 3rd berths. Oceanview, private facilities, luxury amenities. |
Category ADeck two stateroom, 188 square feet. Oceanview, private facilities, luxury amenities. |
Owners SuiteCabin #107 on deck one, 220 square feet. Oceanview, private sitting area and facilities, luxury amenities. |
