WINDSTAR CRUISES

Discover the true beauty of yacht-style cruising with Windstar Cruises, where the luxuries of time, space, and freedom await on board their perfectly sized yachts. Accommodating between 148 and 342 guests, the Windstar fleet offers an intimate and luxurious experience for all guests. Large enough to pamper. Small enough to take you to places where larger ships simply cannot go. Plus, with a dedicated crew who are passionate about ensuring your voyage is nothing short of extraordinary, your Windstar experience promises to be a unique cruising adventure that will leave you in awe.

⚓ Authentic Experiences Await

With Windstar’s expertly crafted itineraries, and two yacht styles to choose from – the iconic sailing Wind Class and the all-suite Star class yachts – you have the luxury of choosing where in the world you want to go, and how you want to cruise. Each yacht is spacious and well-equipped with a range of luxurious amenities, while onboard, the high crew-to-guest ratio ensures that you receive some of the warmest, most attentive service at sea, where every detail is considered and carefully catered to.

With itineraries that are port-intensive, include late and overnight stays in port, as well as visits to off-the-beaten path destinations, Windstar encourages you to embrace the spirit of adventure, whether you’re island hopping in Tahiti, discovering the lush rainforests of South America, exploring historical ruins in Europe, or cruising the Norwegian fjords. It’s time to discover the world with Windstar Cruises, setting sail with the wind and the stars.

Windstar offers two different yacht styles – the sailing Wind yachts and the newly transformed all-suite Star Class.

⚓ The Classic Wind Yachts

Experience the true romance of sailing with Windstar’s classic sailing yachts, featuring iconic white sails billowing in the wind, wide-open decks, and elegant outdoor spaces that make them perfect for experiencing warm seas and tropical breezes. Wind Surf is the world’s largest sailing vessel accommodating up to 342 guests. Wind Star and Wind Spirit each serve just 148 guests, and are designed to sail quietly past larger cruise ships and into secret lagoons and near the most secluded beaches.

⚓ All-Suite Star Yachts

Taking private-yacht-style cruising to the next level, Windstar’s Star Breeze, Star Legend, and Star Pride yachts feature spacious ocean view suites for only 312 travellers per voyage. With two new restaurants, an elevated infinity pool, and the World Spa offering locally inspired treatments, guests are sure to be pampered and relaxed.

Staterooms and Suites

Experience all of the comforts of home, no matter where you travel in the world. Each Windstar vessel offers well-appointed, private accommodations where you can unwind, relax, and reflect. Each stateroom and suite has been meticulously designed to Windstar’s high standards and unmatched style. Soft lighting, beautiful artwork, and soothing seascape colour schemes create a serene atmosphere for you to enjoy. Cosy robes and comfy slippers make it even easier to take in the mesmerising ocean view from your room. The plush leather headboard and luxurious Egyptian linens make sleep more restful than ever before. And the thoughtfully designed spaces and luxurious touches like L’Occitane bath products in the marble bathrooms, will leave you amazed. 

⚓ Wind Surf – 171 staterooms, including luxurious Ocean View Suites, Bridge Suites, Officer’s Suite, and Ocean View Staterooms.

⚓ Wind Star and Wind Spirit – 74 staterooms, including deluxe ocean-view staterooms and a lavish Owner’s Suite with a queen bed and a dining/sitting area.

⚓ Star Pride, Star Breeze and Star Legend – 156 suites, including a Owners’ Suites, Classic Suites, Deluxe Suites, Ocean View Suites, Balcony Suites, and Star Porthole Suites.

Dining

Onboard each Windstar ship, every meal is a culinary journey filled with local flavours and seasonal ingredients sourced from every destination along your voyage. Guests enjoy the freedom to dine whenever and wherever they please, with no formal dress code or cover charges for specialty dining reservations. From the elegant fine dining experience of Amphora Restaurant, to the casual outdoor grill at Star Grill by Steven Raichlen, there is something for every meal and every occasion. This includes complimentary 24-hour in-room dining.

Bars & Lounges

From lattes and cappuccinos at the Yacht Club Cafe, to casual poolside drinks at Star Bar, there are a number of bar and lounge options available on each vessel. Windstar also boasts a fabulous wine menu, designed to complement the fabulous onboard dining. Comprising more than 110 wines from 92 wineries, spanning 58 wine regions across 10 countries, the wine menu provides a range of profile preferences, price points, and regions to suit every taste.

Entertainment

Windstar Cruises goes above and beyond to ensure that each voyage is truly unforgettable, and that includes providing top-notch entertainment onboard. While you won’t find Broadway-style productions, you will discover a range of captivating entertainment, with something available for every preference.

In the Compass Rose, enjoy a drink and mingle with fellow cruisers while being entertained by live music. Windstar’s lounges host regional lectures, cocktail hours, trivia nights, themed shows, and performances by local artists, bringing guests together and promoting cultural education. On many Windstar Cruises, guests can join crew and passengers poolside for an outdoor barbecue and deck party. The crew prepares a fantastic meal while guests enjoy some line dancing. You can even attend cooking demonstrations to take home onboard recipes as a special souvenir of your journey.

Facilities and Amenities

Whether you prefer a day full of activities or a more laid-back vibe, there are a host of onboard facilities and amenities to ensure your yacht experience is completely you. Some of these facilities include:

⚓ The World Spa by Windstar – offering a range of wellness treatments tailored to your destination. Experience authentic rituals and traditional therapies from around the globe, using ingredients sourced from the places you visit. From facials and massages, to manicures and herbal medicine, you’ll discover new ways to pamper yourself while delving deeper into your travel experience.

⚓ The Fitness Centre – whether you want a blood-pumping workout, or an alfresco yoga class, the choice is yours.

⚓ Watersports Platform – with complementary watersports equipment and activities including snorkelling gear, stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, a foam floatation magic carpet and a water trampoline, you can jump right from the stern into the ocean.

⚓ Open Bridge – guests are welcome to pop in to watch the Captain and crew at work, and learn about chart navigation.

⚓ Pool and hot tub – the perfect spots to relax and watch the day go by

⚓ Star Boutique – a speciality shopping boutique featuring quality brand-name merchandise, from clothing and fragrances, to jewellery and accessories, all at duty free or special pricing.

On every voyage, guests can enjoy the following:

⚓ Ocean views from all beautifully appointed staterooms or suites
⚓ Complimentary use of all water sports equipment and the Watersports Platform
⚓ Knowledgeable presenters and local performers onboard to deepen your understanding and bring your destination to life
⚓ Intimate small group excursions that allow you to connect personally with locals and once-in-a-lifetime experiences
⚓ Cooking demonstrations and recipes developed by James Beard Foundation chefs
⚓ Market tours with the Chef to select seasonal local ingredients for upcoming meals
⚓ Meals in all venues, including 24-hour complimentary in-room dining
⚓ Most non-alcoholic beverages including specialty tea and coffee
⚓ Windstar’s Signature Onboard Barbecue
⚓ High-speed Starlink broadband satellite internet available
⚓ Engaging daytime activities and evening entertainment
⚓ Champagne welcome reception
⚓ Signature Sail Away event when departing port
⚓ Complimentary shoe polishing services
⚓ Complimentary digital newsstand and movies on demand
⚓ Complimentary use of World Spa by Windstar amenities, including the sauna, thermal suite, and experience shower (when available onboard)

Windstar’s All-Inclusive Fares

You can choose to elevate your experience even further with Windstar’s All-Inclusive Fare for just $89 per guest, per day. You’ll enjoy all of the perks above, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi, an unlimited beverage package, and gratuities. Say goodbye to holiday stress and hello to hassle-free travel with everything taken care of before you depart.

If All-Inclusive isn’t what you’re after, you can add on any number of optional amenities packages to make your travels even easier, including laundry service, spa packages, and gift orders.

One of the highlights of cruising with Windstar is the open-bridge policy. At any time (weather permitting), guests can visit the bridge to see how the ship is piloted, learn the yachting lingo, and interact with the Captain and crew. No reservations are required, just an abundance of curiosity!