Windstar Launches Quick Getaways: Short European Yacht Cruises

Good things come in small packages and Windstar Cruises is no exception as the company launches its “Quick Getaways” – a new collection of three to five night European yacht voyages for spring 2026.

These short-but-sweet journeys bring together a mix of iconic cities and tucked-away ports with with nine departure dates and five itineraries. “Quick Getaways” take guests to places most cruises can’t; from sailing under London’s Tower Bridge, a rare thrill reserved for small ships, to sipping wine in tucked-away Collioure.

“These new sailings are designed for spontaneity and simplicity,” said Windstar Cruises director of itinerary planning Jess Peterson. “They’re the perfect way to experience the Windstar style of travel—especially if you’re already traveling for work or play in Europe. With overnight flights from the East Coast, you can be sailing beneath the Tower Bridge or sipping wine in Southern France with minimal jet lag and no time wasted.”

Quick Getaway Itineraries:

• A Taste of Southern France (3 nights) – Kayak near Sète, wander Collioure, and ride to the storybook citadel of Carcassonne.
• La Dolce Vita in Italy & France (3 nights) – Sail past seaside villages, roam Corsican markets, and raise a glass in Tuscany.
• Belgium: A Sweet Getaway (3 nights) – Discover Bruges’ canals, snack on Belgian chocolates, and admire fairytale architecture.
• St. Malo Getaway (4 nights) – Sail through London’s Tower Bridge, then dive into the windswept beauty of France’s northern coast, Mont St. Michel, and beyond.

Early Booking Offer: Book by August 31, 2025, for special pricing, up to $200 in onboard credit per stateroom and an All-In package (select alcohol, gratuities, Wi-Fi) valued at $99/day per person – almost $1,400 for two on a weeklong cruise. For further savings, a Pay Now, Save More offers an extra 5% with booking code PIF when paid in full at the time of booking.