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Windstar Welcomes World-Renowned Artist!
Hi Everyone,
I received this press release from Windstar and thought it would be of interest. If you have missed any of my news' postings, they are available on my web site. Best regards, Ray LIGHTHOUSE TRAVEL 800-719-9917 or 805-566-3905 http://www.lighthousetravel.com Windstar Cruises Welcomes World-Renowned Artist Dale Chihuly Aboard the Wind Surf Chihuly to create five paintings Seattle, WA, March 1, 2006 –Renowned artist Dale Chihuly joins the msy Wind Surf’s voyage from Rome to Nice departing June 11, 2006. Chihuly, best known for his glass artwork, will board the 308-guest msy Wind Surf with his family for a week of cruising in the Mediterranean. Guests are invited to see the artist in action along the way. Instead of glass art, Chihuly will create five paintings. All painting will be done pier side. One painting will be auctioned off on board the ship with proceeds donated to Chihuly’s designated charity— The Hilltop Artists in Residence Program, an at-risk program for teens located in Chihuly’s hometown of Tacoma, Washington. “We are looking forward to welcoming Dale Chihuly and his family on board the Surf this summer,” says Diane Moore, Windstar’s vice president of marketing and sales. “It’s not everyday you have the chance to meet a legendary artist like Chihuly and seeing him in action painting on the pier will be a highlight.” Chihuly will host a cocktail reception aboard the ship one evening. All guests will be invited to attend. Known for his avant-garde blown glass artwork, Dale Chihuly is a leader in the development of glass as a fine art. His work is included in over two hundred museum collections worldwide and he’s been the recipient of many awards, including eight honorary doctorates and two fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts. The founder of Pilchuk Glass School in Washington, Chihuly was introduced to glass while studying interior design at the University of Washington. He has created many well-known series of works, among them the Baskets, Persians, and Seaforms, but he is also celebrated for large architectural installations such as Chihuly Over Venice and Chihuly in the Light of Jerusalem. Other ports visited on this itinerary include Rome; Porto-Vecchio, France; Portoferraio, Elba; Livorno and Portofino, Italy; Monte Carlo, Monaco; and Nice. The ship will overnight in Livorno and Monte Carlo to allow guests more time for shoreside exploration and dinner ashore. A leader in defining the small ship luxury cruise experience, Windstar has won the allegiance of a new generation of contemporary travelers who appreciate the line’s casual attire, alternative dining venues, rich mix of shore excursions, complimentary water sports program, progressive spa facilities, and luxurious accommodations. The line’s relaxed approach to enjoying time at sea free of scheduled events has become a benchmark for others in luxury travel to follow. In keeping with its exacting standards of excellence, the line recently invested more than $8 million in fleetwide enhancements. Windstar’s Degrees of Difference initiative will add new luxury amenities and enhancements on board the ships. Additions include new Signature Cuisine menus from Chef Joachim Splichal, Apple iPod Nanos and Bose SoundDock speakers, wireless Internet, Riedel stemware, luxury linens and mattresses, L’Occitane bathroom amenities and more. The initiative will be completed in stages and finished in summer 2006. Cruise rates for the June 11 voyage with Chihuly start at $2,449 per person based on double occupancy. About Windstar Cruises Seattle-based Windstar Cruises operates three motor sailing yachts known for their pampering without pretense and their ability to visit the hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations. The unobtrusive service and attentive staff create a casually elegant atmosphere that effortlessly fosters camaraderie among guests and crew. Carrying just 148 to 308 guests, the luxurious ships of Windstar cruise to nearly 50 nations, calling at 100 ports throughout Europe, the Caribbean and the Americas. Windstar offers optional trip cancellation protection that provides cash back when you cancel for any reason prior to 24-hours before departure. For more information including brochures, rates and itineraries contact a professional travel agent. World’s Leading Cruise Lines Windstar Cruises is a member of the exclusive World’s Leading Cruise Lines alliance, which also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line, Costa Cruises and the Yachts of Seabourn. Sharing a passion to please each guest and a commitment to quality and value, the member lines appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. The World’s Leading Cruise Lines offer exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world’s most desirable destinations. |
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