ARUBA - In Aruba enjoy scouring the capital city of Oranjestad for bargains in Delft blue pottery or relax on seven miles of sugar white sandy beaches on the Turquoise Coast. Snorkelers and certified divers can explore the reefs while nature lovers ramble across the island on a Jeep Safari. Rediscover ancient Amerindian drawings in Ayo or hike up the building-sized boulders in Casibari. A trek up Mt. Hooiberg - affectionately called "The Haystack" - offers a panoramic view of the entire island and, on a clear day, you can see all the way to Venezuela. CURACAO - At the Seniour Curacao Liqueur Factory, natives still use the (nearly) 500-year-old original recipe to create the orange-flavored treat that made the island of Curacao famous. Here on the largest of the three ABC Islands you can also sample the world's only beer brewed from distilled sea water at the Amstel brewery. While in the main city of Willemstad, shop for French perfumes, Italian silks and Swiss watches. If shopping isn't your bag, head for the hills on a mountain bike to the 1,230-foot summit of St. Christoffelberg in Christoffel National Park. If you have any time left, explore the depths of the Hato caves, where stalactites and stalagmites are mirrored in a cool underground lake. BONAIRE - Off the beaten path and away from the hustle and bustle, the island of Bonaire is completely surrounded by a national park, and for good reason: the finest diving in the Caribbean - some say the world - can be found there (and the locals want to keep it that way). After exploring the crystal depths off of Klein Bonaire, enjoy a lazy day on Bonaire's pink sand beaches. Then head for the Gota salt ponds, where it is said that catching a glimpse of a green flash at sunset is good luck. But it's the lucky Windjammers who will capture the most spectacular sight offered by the ABC Islands -- the daily migration of 15,000 pink flamingos - Bonaire's national bird - as they leave at sunset for nearby Venezuela. And of course "Z-divers" - as well as beginners - will have the opportunity for plenty of down time at each of the ABC Islands. Whether you choose a one-tank, two-tank or resort dive, there will be plenty to write about in your log book as you explore the warm waters with crystal visibility and a magnificent kaleidoscope of marine life. And afterward, back on board S/V Legacy, it's time to relive your adventures with fellow shipmates over our famous rum swizzles.
Junior Jammers Kids Club  Younger sailors won't miss out on the summer fun thanks to the Junior Jammers Kids Club, Windjammer's answer to those stuffy, sweaty summer camps - and your desperate need for a well deserved, fun family vacation! Youngsters aged 6 - 12 can stowaway aboard S/V Legacy for free (when accompanying their parents, or for half price when only one parent sails.) If mom and dad need a break to do grownup stuff, we'll take care of the kids. Junior Jammers won't have time to miss their video games this summer. We promise a fun-filled adventure, whether its snorkeling in Bonaire, hunting for "buried treasure" in Curacao, building sand castles in Aruba, or taking a turn at the helm of a real Tall Ship, they'll really learn the ropes aboard S/V Legacy . And won't they have something special to write in their back-to-school "What I did on my summer vacation" essays!
Mandalay Returns To South America  Back by popular demand, the queen of the Windjammer fleet, S/V Mandalay, returns to the South American coast, sailing from Grenada to Puerto La Cruz, Venezuela for seven-day cruises beginning June 6. The minute you step off the plane you'll know you're on Spice Island as the scent of nutmeg and cinnamon fills the air in beautiful Grenada! Take a hike through Grand Etang Forest Reserve for a swim in the Seven Sisters waterfalls or ride through the to historic Fort Frederick and St. Georges' Market. In Margarita, you can dive at El Farallon or Los Friles Island or take a Jeep Safari on the Macanao Peninsula. The beautiful remote beaches of La Restinga Lagoon offer a private and romantic escape, or take a leisurely stroll through the historic district on a colonial island tour. On a Windjammer cruise, you set the itinerary! Practice beer drinking - a.k.a. "deep sea fishing" - in Puerto La Cruz or ramble up the mountains in Mochima National Park. For the truly adventurous, relive the historic 1935 flight of gold prospector John Angel as he flew over the Venezuelan jungle. On a clear day you'll see his namesake, Angel Falls - the highest waterfall on earth and one of the seven wonders of the natural world! After your flyover, you'll land in Canima National Park and board a canoe that will bring you right up to - "El Sapo" (The Frog) - for another of Venezuela's breathtaking waterfalls. You'll have the opportunity for an intimate exploration of this awe-inspiring sight - a once-in-a-lifetime experience that is sure to be the highlight of your Windjammer Barefoot Cruise!
Windward and Leeward Islands Aboard Polynesia  Between the Tropica Gardens of Bonne Terre to the shopping tours through Marigot Bay, S/V Polynesia's summer sailings from St. Lucia promise swashbuckling adventure for all. Head for the hills to a lush, tropical rainforest - this is truly mother nature at her tropical best! If you're up for a more physical challenge, take a scenic mountain bike ride up Mourne Fortune and see the sights, high above the capital city of Castries. SOUTHBOUND PASSENGERS (weeks 1 and 3) will discover the isle of St. Vincent. Enjoy a refreshing swim at the crystal pools at the base of the Falls of Balaine or walk through the Botanical Gardens on your way to Kingstown, a quaint island village. Then it's on to Mayreau for a hike to Salt Whistle Bay. Of course, no trip to the Grenadines would be complete without snorkeling and swimming at the beautiful Tobago Cays. Just when you thought life couldn't get any better, you'll find yourself on world famous Palm Island, rum swizzle in hand, watching a slow Caribbean sunset - this is beach bar-b-que Caribbean style! But wait! There's more! Get ready for your last stop, Bequia, where experienced divers can look for elusive seahorses at "The Boulders" - one of several dive sights available - or encounter the sheer 120-foot drop at "The Wall". There's plenty to do ashore, too. Take a scenic walk down a white, sandy beach. Marvel at the Flintstone-like houses at Moonhole. Meander around a picturesque village with boldly colored gingerbread houses on your way to visit Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary. Or you can choose to do it all as you glide around the island aboard the 60-foot catamaran Passion. There's something for everyone - fishing, diving, beachcombing, snorkeling - or simply relax and do nothing at all - it's up to you! NORTHBOUND CRUISING (weeks 2 and 4) aboard S/V Polynesia will include stops in the French West Indies islands of Martinique - A French village in the middle of the Caribbean Sea. Take in the sights on a mountain bike or on foot -- with its bistros and outdoor cafes, the capital city of Fort De France is loaded with French culture. After a day of shopping and croissants, you may be ready for a break, which is exactly what's in store for you on the beautiful island of Isle Des Saints, where warm waters and pristine beaches beckon sunbathers and snorkelers alike. After a relaxing afternoon, you'll be tanned, rested and ready for a hike to Trafalgar Falls on the island of Dominica - one of the Caribbean's most famous and lush waterfalls. Or if more relaxation is the order of the day, take a tour of the famous D'Auchamps Rain Forest Garden before heading to Soufriere. Here you can trek La Soufriere, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, or take a rejuvenating soak in Louis XVI's world-famous mineral baths at the Diamond Waterfall and Mineral Baths - Spa a la Windjammer!
S.O.S. with Singles Only Sailings  Going it alone was never so enjoyable as on Windjammer's "Singles Only Sailings" aboard S/V Polynesia. We promise an even mix of fun-loving shipmates and a week of sailing and non-stop parties you'll never forget! Book early to reserve a berth on our June 7, August 23 or August 30 sailings. Space is limited. Check your calendar, put in your vacation request and call today! Space for these extremely popular cruises fills up fast!
Relocation Cruise Specials Sometimes getting there is more than half the fun! If island hopping and open water sailing sounds like your ideal Windjamming experience, then plan to be onboard for one of our Summer Repositioning Cruises. Adventure and fun await! With two ships - S/V Legacy and S/V Polynesia - and four itineraries from which to choose, you're sure to find your perfect summer adventure aboard a Windjammer Barefoot Cruise. S/V LEGACY SEVEN-DAY REPOSITIONING CRUISES WEEK 1 - Sails June 13 from: WEEK 2 - Sails on June 20 from: S/V POLYNESIA SIX-DAY REPOSITIONING CRUISES WEEK 1 - Sails June 28 from: WEEK 2 - Sails July 5 from: $100 Back-to-Back Super Savings Book two or more sailings back-to-back - on any regular itinerary, summer itinerary or repositioning cruise - and save $100 on each cruise. Call 1-800-327-2601 Call for more information on any of Windjammer's exciting Caribbean itineraries and offers. |
Master your ABCs this summer aboard S/V Legacy, Windjammer Barefoot Cruises' newest tall ship, as she plies the Spanish main between the southernmost islands of the Netherlands Antilles - Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao. Located a scant 15 miles off the coast of Venezuela, the "ABC Islands" are home to crystal clear waters, miles of pristine beaches, great shopping and some of the best snorkeling and diving in the Caribbean. 
