Windstar knows the way to explore a world that’s 180 degrees from ordinary. Get closer to everything, getaway from the crowds and explore the world more intimately. Windstar knows the way.
The Right Ship for the Right Journey
From their first sailing in 1986, Windstar has been dedicated to casually elegant small ship cruising. Through the years, we’ve added ships, increased their destinations, and offered new itineraries and amenities to provide an unparalleled selection of intimate sailings to the world’s most fascinating places.
The Wind and the Stars Know the Way
Small Cruise Yachts
You can slip past the crowds to discover smaller ports and get to know the local culture on more intimate excursions. Windstar’s 148 to 342-guest small ships and personalized approach bring you closer to each destination and every port, so you can see the world from new perspectives. We offer two different yacht styles — the iconic sailing Wind Class and all-suite Star Plus Class — with custom-crafted journeys that highlight their unique attributes, whether island-hopping in Tahiti or cruising the Norwegian fjords. No wonder Windstar was voted the World’s Best midsize-ship ocean cruise line by the readers of Travel + Leisure in 2022.
Windstar Sails Ships
Sailing ships embody the very essence of small ship sailing, with the look of a sailboat but fully stabilized for smooth sailing. These sleek 4 or 5-masted sailing ships feature wide-open teak decks overlooking the beautiful seas and hidden nooks for quiet moments. Clients have three options to choose from, including Wind Star, the very first of our sailing ships, Wind Spirit and Wind Surf, Windstar’s flagship sailing ship.
Wind Star:
148 guests (74 Suites)
101 international crew
Wind Spirit:
148 guests (74 Suites)
101 international crew
Wind Surf:
342 guests (33 Suites)
210 international crew
Windstar powered Ships
Carrying only 312 guests, The Star Plus Class Yachts still tucks into small ports like in Northern Europe & Iceland, Canada & New England, the Caribbean, Canary Islands, the British Isles and Western Europe. We can’t wait to welcome you onboard for your next 180 degree from ordinary adventure! The vessels were incorporated into the Windstar fleet in the years 2014 and 2015. Subsequently, an extensive process of ship lengthening was undertaken, followed by a comprehensive renovation and reimagining of these vessels.
Star Pride:
312 guests (156 suites)
190 international crew
Star Legend:
312 guests (156 suites)
190 international crew
Star Breeze:
312 guests (156 suites)
190 international crew
About Windstar
Discover a refined atmosphere in the spirit of a private yacht.
Windstar’s small ship experience is designed to showcase the true star of any cruise—the destinations and the world around us. Windstar sails to nearly 70 countries, calling on more than 255 ports throughout Tahiti, the Mediterranean, Italy, Greece, Northern Europe, the Caribbean, Panama Canal & Costa Rica, Canada & New England, Alaska, Asia, Australia & New Zealand, and even transocean journeys. In this chapter, we’ll take a look at Windstar’s destinations and how small ships, intimate tours, behind-the-scenes access and special events give clients a chance to experience the world around them in memorable ways.
Windstar difference
TAKING CRUISING IN A DIFFERENT DIRECTION
With Windstar, our guests enjoy the voyage of a lifetime—the kind of experience that they’ll want to repeat. Windstar consistently delivers award-winning vacations and life-time experiences to your clients, making you look good for your recommendation.
Windstar’s veteran onboard team is top-notch and we continue to build our talented workforce, creating a customer-centric personalized experience from start to finish. “Building a team of consummate hospitality professionals lets our loyal cruisers, new guests and travel partners know that we are a customer-first operation, dedicated to creating those magical moments that perfectly match our legendary and luxurious small ships and delivering the experience that dream vacations are made of,” says Windstar’s President Chris Prelog.
Small, Intimate Ports
Windstar guests enjoy access to smaller, more intimate ports of call and some of the world’s most breathtaking hidden harbors. We go places the larger ships can’t.
Attentive Service
Windstar guests experience pampered, personal attention with a crew who knows their names and happily anticipates their wants and needs.
Intimate and Welcoming Ambiance
Casually elegant freedom is the overriding principle aboard ship. No jackets, ties or formal gowns are required. Open seating and restaurant choices for meals. The freedom to do as much or little as they like. Guests quickly meet like-minded new friends aboard ship, creating lasting relationships.
Far From the Crowds
Windstar’s small ships mean no lines, no waiting, and the space to be alone or gather with others. On shore, they enjoy the experiences of small group excursions and longer stays in ports.
Freedom
In contrast to the big ship experience, there is no regimentation. Guests enjoy open seating at restaurants; uncrowded deck space; an Open Bridge; 24-hour room service menu-and because the ships dock close in and guests can quickly and easily disembark the ship, they can spend more time having fun in port.
Windstar Cruises Cut The Ship In Half
The Star Breeze, Star Legend, and Star Pride, will undergo a major renovation in 2020. $250 Million (probably more) will transform the three all-suite Star Class ships, from end-to-end: New public areas, including a two new dining venues, a new spa, infinity pool, and fitness area. The ship also boasts all new bathrooms in every suite and a new category of Star suites, featuring a new layout. With ocean-views and over 277 square feet of comfort, Star Breeze is the perfect ship to watch glaciers and fjords drift by from the serenity of your suite.
