ONBOARD SPACES

• Reception
• Amphora Restaurant
• Stella Bistro
• Candles
• Veranda
• Yacht Club Sandwich & Espresso Bar
• Compass Rose
• The Lounge
• Terrace Bar
• Pool Bar
• Watersports Platform
• Pool
• Two Whirlpools
• Fitness Center
• Nautilus Room
• Signature Shop
• WindSpa
• Photo Gallery
• The Bridge (with Windstar's Open Bridge Policy)

The World's Best Small Ship Cruise Line

All cruise ships let you see the world. Only Windstar’s private yacht style cruises brings you close enough so you can truly experience it. Each of our Windstar Cruises yachts serves between 148 and 342 guests. This intimacy provides you with the luxuries of time, space, and freedom to immerse yourself in both the journey and the destination — in ways you may never have imagined possible.

Two Styles of Yachts
There are six yachts in the Windstar fleet. Stretch out on our three reimagined Star Plus Class yachts, fresh from a $250 million transformation. Or, take to the seas in one of three classic Wind Class yachts featuring masts with sails and largest sailing ship in the world, Wind Surf.

Perfectly Sized, Newly Transformed
Banish cliché, toss aside regimen, steer clear of stuffy. Our perfectly sized yachts, fresh from a $250 million renovation, make it possible to flip the script on cruising. Free yourself from crowds and indulge all your senses, especially your sense of awe. Experience cultures in ways that are personal and authentic, with the power to change your perspective. With 148–342 guests, a Windstar yacht is large enough to pamper, yet small enough to explore secluded coves and docks in the heart of charming villages, sparkling cities, and remote islands.

Not Just Different, Better
We go out of our way to find out-of-the-way places to go. It’s easy to build an itinerary made up of tried-and-true ports of call. It’s not so easy to find smaller, less-visited ports of call – places out of the limelight where locals go to vacation, where authentic food and traditions take the place of tourist fare, and where you can still find deserted beaches and bustling markets filled with unfamiliar produce and colorful characters. We’re always looking for hidden gems like these. If we fall in love with them, we figure there’s a good chance you will too.

Authentic Experiences

Yes, our yachts are beautiful, but their real beauty lies in how close they can get you to the kind of authentic, immersive experiences you're looking for.

Beyond Sightseeing
Have dinner with a Croatian family in their village home, and see what life is like from a local perspective. Snorkel with whale sharks off the coast of La Paz. Our carefully curated onboard lecturers deepen and enhance your experiences with an insider’s look at intriguing local topics. Get closer to each destination through the best small ports and hidden harbors, for access to different cultures and far-off lands.

Enrichment Programs
At Windstar, we don’t just take you to fascinating destinations, we take you into them, giving you unique access to knowledge and activities that enhance your understanding of the places you visit. Complimentary Destination Discovery Events treat you to iconic experiences that capture the essence of your locale. Guest Lecturers intrigue you with regional topics, adding new dimensions to your voyage. And small group excursions take you to meet locals who are delighted to share their homes, cuisines, and cultures with you.

Shore Excursions
You don’t want to just dip a toe in local culture, you want to dive into the deep end, and that’s exactly what Windstar shore excursions are designed to do. All of our excursions are created to provide authentic local experiences — the kind travelers like you are looking for. And with more than 2,000 excursions to choose from, you can experience your destination in whatever way is most meaningful to you, whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, a foodie, a history buff or someone who loves to get to know the faces behind the many places we travel.

Freedom

No Schedule to Keep. Except Your Own
We don’t have jam-packed onboard programs filled with bingo and black jack tournaments. Instead, visit local markets with our Chef. Drop by the Open Bridge for an impromptu lesson in chart reading. Share bottles of wine and stories with the couple sitting next to you in Candles. Listen to live music in the Lounge. Jump directly off the yacht from our Marina. And most of all, do more of the things you want to do when you travel.

Welcoming

If We Can We Do, Making a Difference One Detail at a Time
Of all the things that make Windstar 180 degrees from ordinary, the most exceptional may be our crew. To them, hospitality is not just a job, it’s a calling, and the more you enjoy your voyage, the more they enjoy serving you. They notice things others might not – your affection for turn-down chocolates, for instance, resulting in extra sweets magically appearing on your pillow.

A Delicious Pairing
Windstar Cruises has partnered with the James Beard Foundation to bring you culinary experiences that are truly 180 degrees from ordinary. Now guests can dine on dishes created by not just one celebrity chef, but by a list of all-stars recognized by the James Beard Foundation, an organization committed to celebrating, nurturing and honoring chefs and other leaders making America’s food culture more delicious, diverse and sustainable for everyone.

Innovative New Restaurants
With two brand new restaurants on our Star Class ships, you will be able to taste a variety of cuisines from around the globe. Whether you are looking for afternoon tapas or barbecue grilled by a master, the option to relax and enjoy delicious meals is always a guarantee. In Michelin star-rated Chef Anthony Sasso’s Cuadro 44, enjoy small plates and exquisite Iberian flavors. Or indulge at Star Grill, the most inventive, modern grill at sea with recipes from Chef Steven Raichlen. Both included in Windstar’s Cruise Fare.

World Class Dining
We’ve upped the onboard dining game with our culinary program, featuring an array of fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from each port along the journey, and menus inspired by a partnership with the James Beard Foundation. Each nightly menu is crafted to highlight the spectacular flavors of the regional cuisine. Every meal is just what you’d expect on your private yacht – perfect and included in Windstar’s Cruise Fare. You’re free to dine when, where, and with whomever you please.

What's Included in Windstar's Cruise Fare

We strive to provide you the best experience at sea. We believe in taking care of our guests and making them feel welcome, and so we've included all the things you'd want on your cruise.

• In-Room Robes and Slippers - Snuggle up for extra comfort
• Signature Sail Away event - It’s off to our next destination! Come to the deck as we bid the port farewell to the strains of Vangelis’ 1492.
• Sodas and bottled water - A little fizz and a bottle for your travels
• Spa Amenities - Complimentary use of the sauna, steam room, Experience Shower*, and Thermal Suite* will help you relax
• Specialty Restaurants - Try Basil + Bamboo (Star Plus Class only), Candles, or Stella Bistro (Wind Surf only)
• Star Boutique - Duty-free, tax-free luxury shopping
• Specialty tea and coffee - Wake up with a cappuccino or English breakfast tea
• The Marina* - Complimentary kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, and floating islands
• Custom fitted snorkel gear - No need to pack snorkel, masks, and fins
• Champagne welcome reception - Toast to a bon voyage!
• Complimentary Yoga Classes - Stretch and set your intentions for the day
• Shoe Polishing Service - Your shoes, like you, can shine like the stars.
• Cooking demonstrations - Take recipes and dishes as a souvenir of your journey
• Windstar's Crew Talent show - You don’t want to miss this! Our crew shows off their hidden talents beyond their day job.
• Complimentary digital newsstand - Catch up on today’s news or read your favorite magazines
• Engaging entertainment - Trivia nights, themed shows, and so much fun!
• All the essentials - Complimentary Safe, In Room Refrigerator, Hair Dryer
• In-Room Filtered Water - Stay hydrated
• Complimentary gym use - Keep up with your fitness routine
• 24-hour Room Service - stay in tonight and even order from the main Amphora dining menu
• Live music - Listen to the band in our lounges
• Local performances on board* - Brought to you by the locals who are eager to share their culture
• Locally inspired dishes - You didn’t come all this way for just a burger
• Market tours with the Chef* - Come with our Chef to learn how to select some of the ingredients that will be featured in your dishes.
• Meals in our venues - Try it all! Coursed meals in Amphora, buffet and a la carte in Veranda, and even reservations only restaurants.
• Complimentary movies on demand - Romance? Action? Drama? Documentary? So many choices!
• Navigation Lessons - Come by the Open Bridge and say ‘hi’! We’re excited to meet you!
• Signature Onboard Barbecue - It’s more than just a barbecue, it’s a feast, complete with carving stations, dessert bar, and line dancing with the crew!
• Onboard lecturers* - Get a better understanding of history, culture, wildlife, and more
• Nightly port talks - Learn more about the adventures you’ll have tomorrow

*select voyages

The Option to Make it All Inclusive

Make your cruise all inclusive with our All Inclusive Fare at just $99 per guest per day. Receive everything in the Cruise Fare plus Wi-Fi, unlimited beer, wine & cocktails, and gratuities. Make your vacation hassle free with everything arranged before you depart.

• Gratuities - At your service - includes all service and bar gratuities.
• Wi-Fi - Unlimited internet so you can stay connected and make your friends wish they were with you!
• Alcoholic Beverages - Unlimited beer, wine, and cocktails. Cheers!

What Makes Windstar 180 Degrees from Ordinary?

Now with even more late-night departures, overnights in ports, and Concierge Collection shore excursions, Windstar guests can connect to the wonder, authenticity, and majesty of a world discovered by small yacht. With access to small ports, you’ll visit popular must-sees as well as the best-kept secrets of each port with your new friends—the locals—to show you around.

Leave the crowds and clichés behind on small, elegant ships that carry less than 350 pampered, privileged guests. Explore the world on three sailing ships and three all-suite ships and enjoy the freedom of un-crowded decks and unregimented days on lovely ships that are unlike any other.

Windstar Style

• An intimate and welcoming ambiance makes it easy to connect with your fellow travelers and crew.
• Leave the crowds and cliches behind on small, elegant ships that carry less than 350 travelers.
• Taste the essence of the culture you just explored with the Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation.
• Our personalized and immersive approach brings you closer to each destination and every port.
• Enjoy unfailingly attentive service that delights in bringing you just the right thing at just the right time.

Go Overboard With Windstar

Jump In For Fun

A cruise to Tahiti, the Mediterranean or the Caribbean isn’t just about the land. It’s about the sea. That warm, turquoise water is more than willing to answer your question about what to do today, and the phenomenal Watersports Platform on the stern of your Windstar yacht is more than willing to provide the means — no beach required. It’s just one more way our yachts get you closer to your destination.

COMPLIMENTARY WATERSPORTS EQUIPMENT AND ACTIVITIES INCLUDE*:

• Snorkeling gear (a personal custom-fit set for your use throughout your Tahiti cruise and in select Caribbean and Central America destinations)
• Stand-up paddleboards
• Kayaks
• Foam flotation magic carpet
• Water trampoline
• Sailboat

*Available on select itineraries and ports of call. Selection on yachts may vary.

All the Comforts of Home, All Around the World

You're jet setting all over the world, but the best part is coming back to the comfort of a well-appointed private space. A place to unwind and rest, to reflect on the day's adventures. From the plush leather headboard to the fine Egyptian linens and marble bathroom. Enjoy the thoughtfully designed spaces, with more room for storage than you’ve ever imagined finding on a ship, and the luxurious touches just for your pleasure, like L’Occitane bath products.

Everything is made to order for your enjoyment. Soft lighting. Beautiful artwork. Soothing, seascape color schemes. Every stateroom, every suite has been redesigned to Windstar’s exacting standards and matchless style. Go ahead and slip into your cozy robe and comfy slippers and surrender to the mesmerizing ocean view. There's so much more awaiting you tomorrow.

Small Things on Small Ships

The beauty of sailing with Windstar is the elegant simplicity of the experience. No line, no distractions, no unnecessary inclusions, just effortless enjoyment. Our optional amenities packages make your travels even more memorable and can be booked up to 7 days before your departure.

Peace of Mind Travel Protection
When you’re on vacation you want to relax, not worry, and that’s what our Travel Insurance is all about. And with two different levels of coverage to choose from, you can get just the right protection you need to enjoy a worry-free journey. Get a cash refund up to the total cost of your cruise if you have to cancel your trip for illness, injury, and more. And get future cruise credits good for up to 90% of your cruise value if you have to cancel for any other reason. You’ll also be covered for unexpected expenses like meals and hotel should you be delayed getting to or from your trip, emergency evacuation, lost luggage, incidentals if your luggage is delayed, and more.

Talk, Text, & Share
Convenient service availability at sea in cabin and public spaces anywhere on the ship. Budget-friendly options – Easy-to-use cruise plans available, or pay per minute, text or data session.

Windstar's All-inclusive Fare *Best Value*
Go all-in with all onboard amenities in a single fare at an unbelievable value of $99 per guest per day. Enjoy unlimited beer, wine and cocktails, Wi-Fi and gratuities – all in one convenient package.

Beverage Packages
While most non-alcoholic beverages are complimentary, you may enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail under the setting sun or a champagne toast at the evening Sail Away with our beverage packages for wine, beer, cocktails and more. Find the perfect wine pairing with your meal and then end the night sipping scotch as you contemplate the stars. Whether you’re a wine lover or an adventurous taster of the local drinks, we have beverage packages at an excellent value, just for you.

Luggage Shipping
Eliminate the hassles of carrying and checking bags or clearing customs with our luggage shipping service. Your bags will be picked up from home and delivered directly aboard your ship and then sent back once you’re ready to go home. Thanks to our partnership with Luggage Forward, you just board your flight and meet your bags at your destination.

Internet Packages
Keep in touch with your loved ones back home and share your cruise experiences during your voyage. Whether you want to check email or post updates to Facebook, we have multiple options to help you stay connected.

Star Boutique
Visit our newly transformed specialty shopping boutique, Star Boutique, rolling out fleet-wide through early 2022. The new shop features quality brand-name and exclusive Star Collection merchandise, from clothing and fragrances to jewelry and accessories, all at duty free or special pricing.

Meet Our Guest Lecturers

On select Windstar voyages, satisfy your curiosity and enhance your understanding of the local culture by listening to our onboard lecturers. We’ve curated a group of speakers designed to bring you an insider’s perspective on a multitude of intriguing topics. Listen raptly as your voyage becomes more than just a vacation – and a thought-provoking exploration of enchanting lands.

Meet Our Guides

Meet our team of on board expedition experts who sail with the cruise the entire time as part of our Signature Expeditions program. They'll provide more insight, understanding, and commentary to show you an Alaska you've never seen before. Consisting of naturalists, glaciologists, historians and more, this team of experts will also lead a variety of guided tours, so they’ll bring everything you’ve learned on the ship to life and keep an eye out for all the things on your must-see list.

Set Sail with the Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation

It’s the perfect pairing. Windstar Cruises and the James Beard Foundation are partnered to bring you culinary experiences that are 180 degrees from ordinary. Through this program, Windstar works with the James Beard Foundation to bring together some of the most talented chefs on themed cruises and in our dining program.

Imagine dining on dishes created by not just one celebrity chef, but a list of all-stars with the likes of Maxime Bilet (The Cooking Lab), Evan Hanzcor (Egg), and Jose Mendin (Pubbelly Noodle Bar, Habitat, Baja Bao) every single night in our main Amphora dining room. For a truly beyond ordinary experience, join us on our themed cruises featuring James Beard Foundation chefs and beverage experts, a foodie’s dream, with chef demos, dishes created by chef themselves, and market tours. And learn their secrets as you watch demos of their recipes on every sailing.

The James Beard Foundation was created to recognize and celebrate the chefs, writers and restaurateurs who advance America’s culinary arts. This emphasis on innovation and excellence pairs perfectly with Windstar’s superior service, intimate ambiance and drive to constantly innovate its cuisine. The James Beard Foundation nominates and chooses winners of the James Beard Awards, referred to as the Oscars of the restaurant industry.

As the Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation, we’re able to work with over 20 of the best chefs to create the extraordinary dishes on our nightly menu and in our culinary demos. Windstar is celebrating the 10th anniversary of our partnership in 2025. To mark this special occasion, we're thrilled to announce the return of several beloved chefs who have sailed with us in the past.

Sail with a Chef
Imagine going on a grocery trip with your favorite chef to pick out ingredients for dinner at a local market and then learning techniques that they use to create a perfectly seasoned dish, where the flavors sing in harmony and notes of spices spark off your tongue. Listen to their stories and ask for their recommendations on their favorite restaurants and recipes. It’s not just about the food and wine, but also getting to know these epicurean experts on a personal level. This is Windstar’s James Beard Foundation Culinary Themed Cruise experience, and it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience to taste dishes from some of the most sought-after James Beard Foundation chefs.

Each Themed Culinary Cruise Features:

• Wine, spirits, or beer tastings
• Demos by the chef of some of their recipes
• Hosted dinner with a James Beard Foundation chef, including wine pairings
• Shopping at the local market with the chef

An Appetite For Inspiration

Portofino, St. Kitts, Taipei … no matter what destination beckons you, the local flavor of the culture is deliciously captured when you dine onboard your Windstar ship. Fresh, local ingredients — often selected by your ship’s chef on a trip to the local market — along with seasonal produce and culinary ingenuity, go into each perfectly presented dish. And naturally, you have a choice of venues to dine in, all with open seating. Dinner in the exquisite Amphora, lunch alfresco at Veranda, dessert in Stella Bistro. Or drinks and dinner at a magical, moonlit Candles.

World Class Dining Experience

We've upped the onboard dining game with our culinary program, featuring an array of fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from each port along the journey. Each nightly menu is crafted to highlight the spectacular flavors of the regional cuisine.

Culinary Shore Excursions
Tantalize your taste buds with a variety of flavorful shore excursions. Choose from wine, brewery, and distillery tours as well as hands-on cooking classes with seasoned chefs practiced in the art of perfecting traditional and modern recipes. Ship to shore, we’ll intoxicate your senses.

Onboard Dining Venues
Every meal is just what you'd expect on your private yacht - perfect. You're free to dine when, where, and with whomever you please.

Introducing Our Plant-Based Culinary Innovation
Announcing our flavorful, healthy, and delectable, yet delicious dishes. Try veggie enchiladas, crispy kefta of lentil and beet, or chocolate delight cake to name a few of our wide variety of plant-based innovations.

Introducing Windstar’s Market Tours

Accompany your chef to a local market (where available) to select the local ingredients, seasonal produce, herbs and spices that will be included in your special evening meal. The essence of the culture you explored on shore miraculously appears as a delicious masterpiece on your plate.

Shop With The Chef
Explore the local markets with our chef and pick out fresh local ingredients to prepare dinner on board that evening.

The Best On Land Brought To You By The Best At Sea

Choose from over 2,000 one-of-a-kind tours and activities

Get to the heart of local cultures with Windstar shore excursions.
You don’t want to just dip a toe in local culture, you want to dive into the deep end, and that’s exactly what Windstar shore excursions are designed to do. All of our excursions are created to provide authentic local experience – the kind travelers like you are looking for. And with more than 2,000 excursions to choose from, you can experience your destination in whatever way is most meaningful to you. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, a foodie, a history buff or someone who loves to get to know the faces behind the many places we travel.

We make sure the hot springs are hot and the pinot grigio is chilled.
How do we find these authentic experiences, you ask? Our Product Development Team travels to each destination and personally vet each shore excursion to makes sure it makes the grade. (So yes, the Open Course Canopy Challenge in Falmouth Harbour, Antigua? They went on that.) And because we travel in small groups, we can adjust tours in real time based on guest feedback, whether that means finding a different place for lunch, or spending more time at a particularly fascinating historical site. We take the time and make the trip because we want your travels to be unforgettable.

Immersion in regional culture
Local guides share insight into their everyday world, as well as insider highlights that you don’t want to miss. As part of a smaller group, you’re able to bypass long lines, visit places off the beaten path, and get all of your questions personally answered.

Private tours available
Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. These exclusive tours allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the sites most interesting to you in the comfort and privacy of your own car or van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your own unique tour. This is a great option for families and groups traveling together.

Quality and convenience
Every Windstar excursion meets our high standards of enjoyment, safety, and professionalism. Tour departure times coincide with your ship’s schedule and depart right from the pier. All of our tour operators are fully insured, licensed, and bonded. Our guests consistently rate their shore excursion experiences as excellent.