Discover Wanderlust Travel | April 2025 Newsletter


Monthly Travel E-Newsletter
April 2025

Hi Reader,

This time of year always gives me the travel bug. The longer days, the fresh blooms (pollen too)—everything feels like an invitation to explore. Lately, I’ve been inspired by places that blend history, culture, and a bit of mystery—like the ancient city of Ephesus in Turkey. From grand ruins to timeless stories, it’s the kind of destination that reminds you just how incredible our world truly is. I hope this month’s newsletter sparks a little wanderlust of your own.


Ephesus, Kusadasi Turkey

With beautiful weather year-round, easy entry (no visa required), and affordable luxury—even in summer—Ephesus is a dream destination for history buffs and lovers of coastal charm.

Once a thriving stop along the ancient Silk Road, it was one of the most advanced and breathtaking cities of its time.

Today, it remains one of the greatest open-air museums in the world, offering an unforgettable blend of rich history and stunning scenery.

Guests on Windstar cruises can dine in the incomparable Celsus Library, where scholars once read papyrus scrolls by window light.

Walk the marble-lined streets to Harbor Street, the grand boulevard that once received travelers from merchants and sailors to Marc Antony and Cleopatra.


Featured Cruise:

WindStar - Treasures of the Greek Isles
(8 days aboard Wind Spirit - August 2025)

Your Itinerary
Day 1: Athens, Greece
Day 2: Mykonos, Greece
Day 3: Kusadasi, Greece
Day 4: Patmos, Greece
Day 5: Santorini, Greece
Day 6: Monemvasia, Greece
Day 7: Nafplio, Greece
Day 8: Athens, Greece

Starting at $4,999 per guest

This sailing features a a complimentary Windstar Destination Discovery Event.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience after hours during An Evening in Ephesus event exclusive to Windstar guests. Enjoy a 5-course, white-glove-service dinner under the stars accompanied by a trio from the Aegean Chamber Orchestra. Surround yourself in the magic of these ancient ruins, and delight in every detail.

Skip to 1:13 in the video above for a taste of what the venue looks like at night!

the ruins of the ancient city of ephes

I want to hear fom you! Contact me for dates and pricing options on this luxury experience or other travels you might be dreaming up.


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Hi, I'm Carla. I'm a Virtuoso travel advisor based in Tampa, Florida. I absolutely love and enjoy research and planning travel for people who are in seek of a more personalized travel experience. Off-the-beaten path experiences, private touring, and hidden gems are all a part of what I do! My passion is planning first-time trips to Italy and working with clients who appreciate travel as an essential life experience. I help manage the finer details to avoid hiccups along the way. I'm with you as your advocate from the planning stages, during travel, and until you walk back through your front door. All you need to do is pack! Subscribe to my monthly travel newsletter to discover wanderlust, learn about destinations worldwide, hear about featured tours and cruises and maybe even a little about me!

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