Megan Kline

Paint By Destination, an affiliate of Embark Beyond

Mediterranean Watercolor Workshop Cruise

May 13, 2026 to May 21, 2026
Italy and Croatia

Join us May 13 - 21, 2026 for an unforgettable watercolor workshop along the Mediterranean Coast with instructor Al Kline 

Experience Italy and Croatia like never before with our watercolor workshops on a cruise. Partnering with Windstar Cruise Line, our unique watercolor workshop cruise itineraries take you to charming villages, pristine beaches, and historic cities, offering the opportunity to plein air paint sessions in beautiful locations supplemented with classroom-style instruction onboard.

From the pastel-hues of the Amalfi Coast to the islands of Sicily and Elba, and the historic coastal gems of Croatia, you'll capture the beauty of the Mediterranean with a brush in hand. Explore hidden harbors and small ports, while still taking in the remarkable history of cities like Rome, Venice, Dubrovnik and more.

What's Included:

  • Half-day watercolor workshops (4 hours, both on and off the ship, depending on the itinerary and excursions)

  • Six included excursions to explore breathtaking Mediterranean destinations

  • 8-Nights luxury accommodation onboard the Windsurf

  • Daily Wi-Fi to stay connected

  • All meals and beverages (non-alcoholic) onboard

  • Personal concierge and dedicated group host

What's not included:

  1. Airfare to and from the embarkation and disembarkation port cities
  2. Airport transportation
  3. Travel, health, accident or other insurance
  4. Alcoholic beverages
  5. Passport fees
  6. Baggage fees
  7. Vaccinations
  8. Laundry
  9. Additional food and beverages off board
  10. Optional excursions
  11. Gratuities or other items of a personal nature

About The Cruise Line

Windstar Cruises offers a unique small-ship sailing experience, allowing access to hidden harbors and smaller ports that larger ships cannot reach. Their flagship vessel and our home for the Mediterranean Watercolor Workshop is the Wind Surf, an elegant sailing vessel with 171 outward-facing staterooms (starting at 188 sq. ft.), all featuring windows for ocean views. With a capacity of 342 guests, it provides an intimate, luxurious atmosphere perfect for artists seeking inspiration. Onboard, we’ll have dedicated classroom sessions, offering creative space to capture the stunning surroundings. Guests can choose from various stateroom or suite categories, ensuring comfort and elegance throughout the journey. Please select your cabin category below.

 About The Watercolor Workshop

Watercolor workshops will be half-day sessions, for up to four hours per day. Instruction will take place both onboard in a dedicated classroom space and off-board, where we'll have the opportunity to paint en plein air with the instructor in port. These workshops are designed to compliment the travel experience, not take over the day--there will be no painting or instruction during the guided excursions, as our sessions will be scheduled afterward.

Deposit & Cancellation policy:

A deposit is required to secure your booking. The deposit is fully refundable until 180 days before the trip start date, with a $150 processing fee deducted from the refund upon cancellation.

Available Packages

Painter Fee - Stateroom (Category B)
Available until December 12, 2025

$5,574.60
Deposit: $1,088.00 per person

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CATEGORY B 
DECK 1 Forward/Aft | CABIN TYPE: Stateroom | 188 SQ FT
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a standard stateroom (Category B). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost. 
 
All cabins include:
  • Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
  • Fully-Stocked Mini-Bar/Refrigerator
  • L'Occitane Bath Amenities
  • Fresh Fruit
  • Hair Dryers and 110/220 Outlets
  • Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers
  • Safe
  • Granite Vanity with Magnifying Mirror
  • Bathroom with Granite Countertop and Shower
  • Wi-Fi (Internet cards can be purchased at reception)
  • TV with DVD Player
 
*If you would like a private room, singe occupancy cost for this cabin is $7,950.60. Please email us at contact@paintbydestination.com to book a single room for you.
 
*If you'd like your rooms to be split into two separate twin beds for your comfort, please contact us at contact@paintbydestination.com.

Painter Fee - Stateroom (Category BX Deluxe)
Available until December 12, 2025

$5,799.60
Deposit: $1,088.00 per person

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CATEGORY BX Deluxe
DECK 1 Midship | CABIN TYPE: Stateroom | 188 SQ FT
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a stateroom (Category BX Deluxe). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost. 
 
All cabins include:
  • Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
  • Fully-Stocked Mini-Bar/Refrigerator
  • L'Occitane Bath Amenities
  • Fresh Fruit
  • Hair Dryers and 110/220 Outlets
  • Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers
  • Safe
  • Granite Vanity with Magnifying Mirror
  • Bathroom with Granite Countertop and Shower
  • Wi-Fi (Internet cards can be purchased at reception)
  • TV with DVD Player
 
*If you would like a private room, singe occupancy cost for this cabin is $8,343.60. Please email us at contact@paintbydestination.com to book a single room for you.
 
*If you'd like your rooms to be split into two separate twin beds for your comfort, please contact us at contact@paintbydestination.com.

Painter Fee - Stateroom (Category A)
Available until December 12, 2025

$5,934.60
Deposit: $1,088.00 per person

Book now
 
CATEGORY A
DECK 2 Forward/Aft | CABIN TYPE: Stateroom | 188 SQ FT
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a stateroom (Category A). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost. 
 
All cabins include:
  • Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
  • Fully-Stocked Mini-Bar/Refrigerator
  • L'Occitane Bath Amenities
  • Fresh Fruit
  • Hair Dryers and 110/220 Outlets
  • Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers
  • Safe
  • Granite Vanity with Magnifying Mirror
  • Bathroom with Granite Countertop and Shower
  • Wi-Fi (Internet cards can be purchased at reception)
  • TV with DVD Player
 
*If you would like a private room, singe occupancy cost for this cabin is $8,580.60. Please email us at contact@paintbydestination.com to book a single room for you.
 
*If you'd like your rooms to be split into two separate twin beds for your comfort, please contact us at contact@paintbydestination.com.

Painter Fee - Stateroom (Category AX Deluxe)
Available until December 12, 2025

$6,078.60
Deposit: $1,088.00 per person

Book now
 
CATEGORY AX Deluxe
DECK 2 Midship | CABIN TYPE: Stateroom | 188 SQ FT
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a stateroom (Category AX Deluxe). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost. 
 
All cabins include:
  • Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
  • Fully-Stocked Mini-Bar/Refrigerator
  • L'Occitane Bath Amenities
  • Fresh Fruit
  • Hair Dryers and 110/220 Outlets
  • Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers
  • Safe
  • Granite Vanity with Magnifying Mirror
  • Bathroom with Granite Countertop and Shower
  • Wi-Fi (Internet cards can be purchased at reception)
  • TV with DVD Player
 
*If you would like a private room, singe occupancy cost for this cabin is $8,832.60. Please email us at contact@paintbydestination.com to book a single room for you.
 
*If you'd like your rooms to be split into two separate twin beds for your comfort, please contact us at contact@paintbydestination.com.

Painter Fee - Stateroom (Category TX Deluxe)
Available until December 12, 2025

$6,222.60
Deposit: $1,088.00 per person

Book now
 
CATEGORY TX Deluxe
DECK 3 Forward/Aft or Midship | CABIN TYPE: Stateroom | 188 SQ FT
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a stateroom (Category TX Deluxe). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost. 
 
All cabins include:
  • Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
  • Fully-Stocked Mini-Bar/Refrigerator
  • L'Occitane Bath Amenities
  • Fresh Fruit
  • Hair Dryers and 110/220 Outlets
  • Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers
  • Safe
  • Granite Vanity with Magnifying Mirror
  • Bathroom with Granite Countertop and Shower
  • Wi-Fi (Internet cards can be purchased at reception)
  • TV with DVD Player
 
*If you would like a private room, singe occupancy cost for this cabin is $9,084.60. Please email us at contact@paintbydestination.com to book a single room for you.
 
*If you'd like your rooms to be split into two separate twin beds for your comfort, please contact us at contact@paintbydestination.com.

Painter Fee - Suite (Category STE)
Available until December 12, 2025

$7,374.60
Deposit: $1,088.00 per person

Book now
 
 
CATEGORY STE
DECK 3 Forward/Aft or Midship | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 376 SQ FT
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a suite (Category STE). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost. 
 
All cabins include:
    • Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
    • Fully-Stocked Mini-Bar/Refrigerator
    • Fully Upgraded Bath Amenity Line Including Pure Pampering L'Occitane
    • Fruit Basket with Berries
    • Hair Dryers and 110/220 Outlets
    • Upgraded High End Quality Bath Robes
    • Safe
    • Fresh Flowers
    • Granite Vanity with Magnifying Mirror
    • Bathroom with Granite Countertop and Shower
    • Free Internet Service (1 Voucher per Suite)
    • Preferred on Board Check In
    • Invitation to Captain or Senior Officer Table
    • Personalized Wake-Up Call Service with Preferred Beverage Coffee/Tea/Juice
    • Preferred Specialty Restaurant Dining
    • Preferred Canapes Service
    • Maschio Prosecco
    • Illy Espresso Machine
    • Binoculars
    • TV with DVD Player
     
*If you would like a private room, singe occupancy cost for this cabin is $12,342.60. Please email us at contact@paintbydestination.com to book a single room for you.
 
*If you'd like your rooms to be split into two separate twin beds for your comfort, please contact us at contact@paintbydestination.com.

Extra Options

Non-Painter Fee - Stateroom (Category B)
Available until December 12, 2025

$4,886.00
Deposit: $1,088.00

*Please select the corresponding non-painter room based on the room you selected as a Painter.
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a standard stateroom (Category B). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost. 

Non-Painter Fee - Stateroom (Category BX Deluxe)
Available until December 12, 2025

$5,111.00
Deposit: $1,088.00

*Please select the corresponding non-painter room based on the room you selected as a Painter.
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a standard stateroom (Category BX Deluxe). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost. 

Non-Painter Fee - Stateroom (Category A)
Available until December 12, 2025

$5,246.00
Deposit: $1,088.00

*Please select the corresponding non-painter room based on the room you selected as a Painter.
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a standard stateroom (Category A). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost. 

Non-Painter Fee - Stateroom (Category AX Deluxe)
Available until December 12, 2025

$5,390.00
Deposit: $1,088.00

*Please select the corresponding non-painter room based on the room you selected as a Painter.
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a standard stateroom (Category AX Deluxe). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost. 

Non-Painter Fee - Stateroom (Category TX Deluxe)
Available until December 12, 2025

$5,534.00
Deposit: $1,088.00

*Please select the corresponding non-painter room based on the room you selected as a Painter.
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a standard stateroom (Category TX Deluxe). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost. 

Non-Painter Fee - Suite (Category STE)
Available until December 12, 2025

$6,686.00
Deposit: $1,088.00

*Please select the corresponding non-painter room based on the room you selected as a Painter.
 
This fee is based on double occupancy (shared room) for a painter in a suite (Category STE). Painters have the option of choosing a single (private) room at an extra cost.