"Our readers have continually recognized the romance of sailing aboardWindstar Cruises," said Bill Panoff, publisher and editor-in-chief of PortholeCruise Magazine. "And with all of the luxury, style, and romance that WindSurf offers, it's no wonder these two awards went hand in hand."

Several thousand readers cast their ballots in the 10th Annual Reader'sChoice Awards which are featured in the December 2008 issue of Porthole CruiseMagazine, the world's leading cruise travel magazine.

"Windstar is delighted to win these prestigious awards again from thereaders of Porthole Cruise Magazine," said Diane Moore, president, WindstarCruises. "We look forward to continuing to offer our guests romantic andluxurious small-ship cruise experiences on board our beautiful ships."

A leader in defining the small ship luxury cruise experience for more than20 years, Windstar has won the allegiance of a new generation of contemporarytravelers who appreciate the line's luxurious accommodations, alternativedining venues, diversity of shore excursions, complimentary water sportsprogram and deluxe spa facilities. The completed multi-million dollar Degreesof Difference enhancements on all three ships focused on structural andtechnical operations along with upgrades to guest areas, remodeled bathroomsin staterooms and an expanded beauty salon and spa. Other enhancements includeBose SoundDock speakers for Apple iPod Nanos, wireless Internet, flat screentelevisions, luxury linens and mattresses as well as L'Occitane amenities.

In addition to Porthole Cruise Magazine's Reader's Choice Awards,Windstar's award-wining reputation for sophisticated, yet casual elegance hasbeen recognized by some of the most notable names in the travel world.Windstar was recently awarded "Favourite Small-Ship Cruise Line" in the U.K.'sConde Nast Traveller's 2008 Readers' Travel Awards. Windstar received thehighest score of any cruise line in the poll and was also only one of threecruise lines that made Conde Nast Traveller's list of the "Top 100 of the Bestthe Travel World has to Offer." Celebrated Living, American Airlines'prestigious publication for first class passengers, named Windstar Cruises"Best Small-Ship/Mid-Ship Cruise Line" on their 2008 Platinum List for thesecond time in a row. Windstar has also earned top honors in Travel +Leisure's World's 2008 Best Awards and was lauded among "The World's BestSmall Ships" by Conde Nast Traveler readers in 2008.

About Windstar Cruises

Windstar Cruises operates three sailing yachts known for their pamperingwithout pretense and their ability to visit the hidden harbors and secludedcoves of the world's most treasured destinations. Carrying just 148 to 312guests, the luxurious ships of Windstar cruise to nearly 50 nations, callingat 100 ports throughout Europe, the Caribbean and the Americas. For moreinformation including brochures, rates and itineraries contact a professionaltravel agent or call Windstar at 1-800-258-7245. Visit Windstar Cruises onlineat http://www.windstarcruises.com.

Windstar is a division of Ambassadors International Cruise Group, LLC, awholly-owned subsidiary of Ambassadors Cruise Group, LLC.

For More Information: Vanessa Bloy 206.733.2970 vanessa.bloy@windstarcruises.comSOURCE Windstar Cruises