CRUISES

Staying overnight in Seville, you will experience the wondrous moment our yacht navigates from the ocean to the Guadalquivir River.  You and your fellow connoisseurs can gather for in-depth adventures like sampling Spanish olive oil as you make your way to the beautiful village of Carmona or enter the world of Jerez de la Fontera’s famous sherry. While in Tenerife you will have time for immersive exploration. When in the UNESCO-listed town of San Cristóbal de La Laguna, a charming, colonial town filled with history, stop at a local ""bodega,"" an old wine cellar, to taste local wines and delicacies. Dive into the flavors of Morocco with a Berber cooking class in Agadir, guided by a professional chef at a unique eco-lodge. Find your way to the Casablanca market, alive with colorful local produce, handicrafts, spices, street musicians and a bustling fish market. (AOV)

Explore six of Tahiti's most captivating islands, like Papeete and Bora Bora, and less traveled islands like Huahine, Raiatea, and Tahaa. This trip includes four days on Moorea, in your Garden Pool Bungalow, a luxurious retreat with your own private plunge pool. You'll enjoy Polynesian cuisine on a half-day gastronomic tour. The next day you'll enjoy a full-day foodie tour where you'll sample the local cuisine, including barbeque and fresh fruits. You will travel to other islands that have their own distinct culinary culture and traditions, including Bora Bora. It is surrounded by a number of tiny islets called “motu” – small, pristine, secluded paradises that offer privacy, beauty and relaxing ambiance. You will spend the evening on one of these perfect Polynesian oases accompanied only by other Windstar guests, where you will enjoy a private feast on the beach, with a menu that has been carefully selected by Windstar’s executive chef. (WIN)

Enjoy an overnight stay, and an extended evening in Nice, allowing plenty of time to explore the charms of the French Riviera with like-minded adventurous spirits. You will spend a night in Barcelona where you can discover the exquisite architectural masterpieces of Antoni Gaudí. Visit La Boqueria, one of Europe’s largest and most famous food markets. Afterwards, follow the paths outside of Saint-Tropez to the quaint, cobblestone village of Gassin, where a wine-tasting adventure awaits you and your fellow connoisseurs. The alluring charms of Aix-en-Provence beckon from Marseilles with a delicious exploration of local cheese paired with wine, giving you a greater appreciation for the gastronomic culture of France. From Port-Vendres, make a not to be missed trek to the nearby Narbonne for a deep dive into local chocolate. (AOV)

Those who love watersports, snorkeling and diving will be on Cloud 9 on this cruise through the Windward and ABC islands. Swim with vibrant fish and friendly sea turtles as you visit ports in Tobago Cays Marine Park, in Bonaire National Marine Park, and in the proposed Speyside Marine Protected Area. Paddleboard right from the Watersports Platform as we visit smaller ports and less-visited bays away from the crowds. If you’ve had your fill of ocean action (if you ever do), head to shore and explore colorful Dutch colonial harbors, sugar-white beaches and mouthwatering island cuisines. Four magical colonial towns (including two that are UNESCO listed) contrast with tiny out of the way ports and bays on this week long adventure. Visit Mayreau, the smallest island of The Grenadines and enjoy the exclusive Signature Beach Party. Snorkel the impressive coral reefs of Tobago Cay at the confluence of the Atlantic and Caribbean Sea. (WIN)