Romantic and Luxury Cruise – French and Italian Riviera

Cruise the French and Italian Riviera aboard the Wind Surf. This remarkable sailing vessel is perfect for a romantic cruise, offering a unique ambience, first class service and gourmet cuisine.

Cruise itinerary
Cruise from Barcelona in Spain to Monte Carlo in Monaco by way of Marseille and St Tropez in France, Porto Vecchio in Corsica and Portovenere in Italy.

About the Wind Surf
Reminiscent of the romantic sailing ships of yesteryear, the Wind Surf (along with her two fleet-mates, operated by Windstar Cruises) offers the delicious romantic illusion of adventure on the high seas.

The sleek, tall-masted sailing yacht, framed in striking white sails, effortlessly combines the old-world charm of brass fittings, teak decking and rich wood interiors with modern computer-controlled sails, luxurious accommodations, a casual yet elegant atmosphere, personalised service and signature cuisine.

Nudge into seaports too small for the larger mass-market liners and discover unspoiled, less-trampled routes – perfect for a romantic getaway.

Accommodation – Choose a spacious ocean view stateroom or suite that features premium mattresses, luxurious bed linens and duvets, ultra-fluffy Egyptian-cotton towels, luxurious bathrobes and upscale French bathroom toiletries.

Also featured are international direct-dial phones, flat screen televisions, DVD/CD players and Bose SoundDocks. Totally refurbished in 2006, all suites on this sailing yacht now offer two bathrooms.

Dining – Enjoy the celebrated, light and healthy cuisine of Jeanne Jones in a choice of three dining venues, all with open seating. Or with a 24 hour service available, dine in the privacy of your own stateroom.

Dress code – Dress is resort casual, so you can leave your tux and sequins at home.

Onboard entertainment – Enjoy a range of live music presentations, from a soloist or string quartet to a pianist or harpist. Stare into each other’s eyes over a cocktail in the piano bar.

Activities – Choose from two saltwater pools; the pool on the aptly named ‘star deck’ is perfect for romantic late-night stargazing. Work out in the fitness centre, pop into the ‘open bridge’ and acquaint yourselves with the ship’s computerised navigation system or head to the stern sports platform where you can play with sailboards or sea kayaks and swim right off the ship. Join a scuba diving or snorkelling excursion or simply relax on deck in a romantic ‘hammock for two’.

Spa – Discover a range of stress-reducing body and face treatments in the ship's WindSpa. Therapies include traditional massage, aromatherapy, hydro and synergistic therapy, as well as yoga and fitness and wellness programs. Nearby is a sauna and beauty salon.

Price inclusions – Includes accommodation, all meals and entertainment aboard the ship. Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks and laundry are not included.

Best time to cruise the French and Italian Riviera? Cruise any time from March to November, but you’ll probably get the best weather in spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), with an average temperature of 18˚C. Summer (June to August) can be hot and crowded, with an average high of 32˚C.