Windstar Cruises and the James Beard Foundation Announce New Dates for the 2020 JBF Culinary Cruise Collection

Windstar Cruises is the Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation. Proving popular with Windstar travelers, the rapidly-expanding luxury cruise line has revealed six new cruises being added to the James Beard Foundation (JBF) Culinary Cruise Collection for 2020. Lets take a look at each then double back for more on this extraordinary culinary partnership.

January 25, 2020 ‒ James Beard Foundation: The Spanish Main: Rise of the New World
Colón to San Juan,7 days aboard Star Pride

May 5, 2020 ‒ James Beard Foundation: West Coast Epicurean Extravaganza
San Diego to Vancouver, 10 days aboard Star Breeze

June 8, 2020 ‒ James Beard Foundation: Alaskan Splendors
Vancouver to Seward (Anchorage), 11 days aboard Star Breeze

September 19, 2020  ‒ James Beard Foundation: Autumn on the Atlantic Coast
London to Lisbon, 10 days aboard Star Legend

October 16, 2020 ‒ James Beard Foundation: Quintessential Croatia
Venice to Venice, 8 days aboard Wind Surf

November 2, 2020 – James Beard Foundation: Windstar Crew Hometowns: Philippines & Indonesia 
Hong Kong to Bali, 14 days cruise aboard Star Breeze

This one promises Windstar Travelers can “experience exotic cuisines of Indonesia and the Philippines”…and if past experience is any indicator, this could be the best one of the bunch (if you had to pick).

Here, check our trip with Windstar which stopped in this part of the world on the 2018 Windstar President’s Cruise. At the time, Windstar President John Delaney promised to return, the next time honoring crew from Indonesia as they had crew from the Philippines. Apparently, they decided to do both instead. Typically unordinary, we’ll have details on this one when released.

One From Each Place: Windstar Philippines & Borneo

Now, more about what makes those James Beard Foundation sailing extra special when paired with the right traveler.

“Our exclusive partnership with the James Beard Foundation has allowed us to enrich our culinary experiences giving our guests unparalleled access to the most cutting edge and accomplished culinarians in the industry.”

Windstar President John Delaney

• All sailings are led by James Beard Foundation-recognized guest chefs, sommeliers and beverage experts with a passion for their destination.
• The six newly announced cruises are scheduled to sail from January through November 2020, and range in length from 7 to 14 days.
• As part of the unique travel-culinary alliance, Windstar sponsors the acclaimed James Beard Foundation Awards.
• Windstar’s Corporate Executive Chef Graeme Cockburn has been invited to prepare a signature bite for the 1,000 plus guests attending the famed JBF Awards Gala.
• Windstar also supports James Beard Foundation’s Impact Programs which are committed to establishing a more sustainable food system through education, advocacy, and thought leadership.

Windstar’s JBF Culinary Cruise Collection Offers Authentic Culinary Experiences

To learn more about authentic small ship cruising with Windstar or to book a cruise, contact a travel advisor or Windstar Cruises by phone at 1-800-258-7245, or visit www.windstarcruises.com. 

For more information on Windstar’s partnership with the James Beard Foundation, find featured recipes, and view the JBF Culinary Cruise Collection visit: https://www.windstarcruises.com/why-windstar/james-beard-foundation/. To learn more about the Beard Foundation visit: https://www.jamesbeard.org/.