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James Beard Foundation Culinary & Wine Odyssey In The Adriatic Archipelagos

Cost: $8730-$10,894

Take advantage of GROUP PRICING on this spectacularly themed culinary and wine cruise with Windstar. The James Beard Foundation Culinary & Wine cruise takes place aboard Wind Surf, the world’s largest sailing ship and is waiting for you! Imagine learning firsthand how your favorite chef turns the freshest local ingredients into mouth watering dishes. Imagine going on market tours, tasting local specialties, dining on perfectly wine-paired meals, and asking all those epicurean questions you’ve been dying to ask. On a culinary-themed Windstar cruise, you’ll have the chance to do all this and more in the company of an esteemed James Beard Foundation Chef. Each James Beard Foundation Culinary Cruise features: Hosted dinner with a James Beard Foundation Chef, including wine pairings and demonstrations by the Chef. For this particular sailing, cruise with culinary superstar Jennifer Jasinski, a Top Chef Masters Finalist & winner of the James Beard Foundation Best Chef Southwest award in 2013. Her restaurants include Rioja, Bistro Vendôme, Ultreia, and Stoic & Genuine, which consistently rank among Denver's top establishments, solidifying her remarkable legacy in the culinary world. To enhance this unique culinary experience, this wine cruise features 2 exclusive wine-tasting workshops with the vintners on voyage. 

The itinerary! Greek temples, rugged coastal mountain ranges, and rustic, tile-roofed villages dotting the eastern Adriatic shoreline define this exceptional 9-day cruise with an overnight port stay in Kotor, Montenegro. Experience the enchanting Adriatic on a luxurious journey through iconic destinations, starting in Venice, where the unique blend of land and water captivates with its UNESCO World Heritage charm. In Zadar, immerse yourself in history, from the Roman amphitheater to the serene sounds of the Sea Organ. Next, Hvar beckons with stunning views and celebrity allure. While larger ships must pass by Dubrovnik, we anchor right beyond the famous walled city so you can admire its beauty with every glance. Tender ashore and step right into Old Town, a UNESCO site where no cars are allowed. The picturesque Kotor offers fjord-like beauty and medieval streets, followed by Corfu, where Venetian influence meets idyllic beaches. In Katakolon, explore the historic site of Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympics. Discover the ancient treasures of Monemvasia, and conclude your voyage in Athens, where the Acropolis and vibrant streets echo 3,000 years of history, promising unforgettable memories at every turn!

Inclusions:

• All-inclusive: Unlimited Wi-Fi, unlimited beer, wine & cocktails and gratuities
• $100 per person Group Shipboard Credit 
• 24-hour complimentary room service
• Outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi 
• Gym equipment: Cybex weights system, assorted free weights, two treadmills, two bikes, workout mats and benches
• Aft sports platform (marina), equipment includes complimentary snorkel gear, paddle boards, 1-2 person kayaks, and water mats
• Bridge open to all guests while ship is sailing

Tags

• winetravel
• jamesbeardfoundation
• culinarycruise
• winecruise
• adriatic
• italy
• greece
• croatia
• windstar
• topchef
• grouptravel
• singlestravel