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Iconic Caribbean Islands Fall to Irma & Maria As Hurricanes Irma, Maria and possibly other ravage iconic Caribbean islands one after another, we at ULTIMATE VACATIONS stress over a multitude of tragedies. Meanwhile the list of decimated islands grows by the day. This past Spring I took my first Windstar Cruise . For years I longed to sail upon a sailing ship like the Wind Surf and visit some of the iconic Caribbean islands often overlooked by major cruise lines and big name hotel chains.  So let's review my cherished itinerary, the damage since inflicted on them recently, and share a photo for each battered island taken in a happier time. St. Maarten - We sailed out of Philipsburg and spent a post-cruise night on island after our cruise. Today it has been demolished by the force of Hurricane Irma.  Barbuda - Two weeks ago most people thought we mis-pronounced the name and must mean Barbados and Bermuda. Last week most people learned that this island n...

Introducing 20 New Windstar Itineraries 40 Europe Itineraries in all for 2018 Windstar Cruises has just introduced 20 new European itineraries for the 2018 season. Eight new itineraries will serve Norther Europe while 12 brand new itineraries will entice sailing fans to the Mediterranean. If you like variety, sailing into popular ports as well as fascinating ports a bit off the beaten path, Windstar Cruises may be for you. 2018 could be the perfect time to explore these 40 marvelous new itineraries in Europe alone.  Windstar now has six intimate yachts - 3 that are fully motorized catering to only 212 guests in all suite accommodations; and three that combine both magnificent sails and motorized power - two accommodate 148 guests while their largest vessel accommodates still only 310 guests. With a limited number of guests you enjoy personalized service as well as the ability to explore ports where larger ships simply cannot get to.  Dubrovnik, Croa...