A typical day on the Windstar began around 6 AM for us with coffee on the top deck as we sailed through the vibrant turquoise waters toward the tropical island paradise we would be visiting that day. Another half dozen passengers were also early risers. Sometimes we engaged in chitchat, but often we indulged in reading novels, looking up every page or so to soak in more of the gorgeous horizons. 
A continental breakfast was available for those famished from a good night’s sleep, but a bountiful reward awaited those patient enough to wait for breakfast in the Veranda Restaurant.The Veranda featured seating at tables inside floor-to-ceiling glass walls beside a large buffet feast which was beautifully displayed, but we inevitably chose an outdoor table to enjoy the perfect weather. A full menu featured a few daily specials such as Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, Oatmeal Pancakes and Blueberry Waffles. At an omelet bar, the chef prepared eggs to order. Every morsel of food was delicious.
After breakfast, we would race to be aboard the first tender into shore. Most of the well-healed clientele pre-purchased excursions for each port, but my wife and I tend to enjoy scouting out deals on shore.
