Windstar Cruises

Windstar Cruises' original fleet of three ships with sails - Wind Star and Wind Spirit each carrying 148 guests and Wind Surf carrying 342 - were subsequently joined by the three former Seabourn sisters - Star Pride, Star Breeze and Star Legend, the 'power yachts', each carrying 312 guests. Whether on board the sailing yachts or the motor yachts, a cruise on Windstar offers the same relaxing and welcoming ambience throughout the six-vessel fleet. Windstar Cruises also have two brand new ships joining the fleet, the all-suite Star Seeker from December 2025, and sister ship Star Explorer from December 2026, both accommodating up to 224 guests.

As many ships of this size fall into the Best of the Best category, new customers go aboard expecting a compromise on quality. In fact, they enjoy excellent food, an attentive team of officers and crew who are totally engaged with the guests, a commitment to creating magical and memorable moments on board, and a laid back style we refer to as 'the Big Chill'. A Windstar cruise is the perfect way to unwind and offers laid back luxury to discerning travellers who prefer to explore off the beaten track.

Exceptional Dining on Windstar Cruises

Dining on Windstar is consistently excellent, with open seating, a relaxed dress code and appealing speciality restaurants at no extra charge, though a reservation is required.

AmphorA, the elegant main restaurant across the fleet, offers a daily changing à la carte menu and an extensive wine list, or opt for indoor/outdoor dining in Veranda, or our favourite - dining under the stars at Candles, a romantic outdoor restaurant which specialises in steak and seafood. On the Star Class ships we love the barbecue favourites at Star Grill by Steven Raichlen and modern Spanish cuisine at Cuadro 44 by Anthony Sasso, seating just 38 guests overseen by multi-Michelin-starred chef Anthony Sasso. New speciality restaurant Basil + Bamboo serving Asian and Mediterranean cuisine has replaced Cuadro 44 on board Star Breeze and will do the same on board Star Pride and Star Legend when they undergo refurbishment in 2026, and will feature on new ships Star Seeker and Explorer alongside a new light-filled and relaxed venue, the Yacht Club Café.

Accommodation on Windstar Cruises

Rooms across the fleet are comfortable and spacious, smartly appointed with a nautical feel. For an upgrade the Owner's Suite on Wind Star and Wind Spirit offers a little extra room, with sitting and dining areas, while on Wind Surf you can upgrade to one of the two Bridge Suites, offering an impressive 495 square feet of living space. The Wind Class ships are all being refreshed, which means that the multimillion dollar upgrading of all six ships in the existing fleet is nearing completion.

The all-suite accommodation on the three Star Class yachts and two more to come, appeals to those who enjoy the Windstar style of cruising but prefer a little more space, and suites are smartly appointed, all with ocean views. Whichever you choose, all accommodation includes a flatscreen TV with DVD player, fully stocked mini bar, 24-hour room service and L'Occitane bath amenities.

Enriching Windstar Cruises in 2026, 2027 and 2028

Windstar offer cruises around the world; we love their year-round departures in the Mediterranean that give a lovely winter alternative to the European Christmas Markets, as well as itineraries year-round in Tahiti. Of course there are plenty of other options for itineraries to Alaska, Caribbean, Northern Europe and Costa Rica, which include bucket-list Panama Canal transits, and Windstar Cruises' new Asia programme incorporates Japan, the Japanese tropical islands, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Malaysia, with unusual itineraries visiting lots of tiny ports.

What's Included with Windstar Cruises

Surprisingly affordable, add-ons with Windstar Cruises are totally within your control. You can include all drinks if you wish, pre-purchase a selection of shore excursions, even include your laundry - it's all entirely up to you. In any case, so much is included: the watersports marina which makes a day anchored in a secluded cove even more special; guests are free to wander onto the Bridge to see what the captain is up to; dining is spectacular but not stuffy, and a special dining alternative is available on all ships at no extra charge.

• All meals in all venues including room service

• Soft drinks, speciality coffees and teas

• Champagne welcome reception

• All onboard entertainment

• Use of the Fitness Centre & yoga classes

• Unlimited use of all watersports equipment

Our Windstar Cruises Insider Insight:

Windstar and Mundy Cruising were a perfect match from the start, two companies with a shared passion for exploring the world by small ship.

Over the last few years Windstar's parent company have invested significant sums in upgrading the fleet, amd Windstar guests enjoy the informal atmosphere on board, the intimacy and sociability of a small ship, and the varied worldwide itineraries that take you to smaller ports and hidden harbours that bigger ships simply can't reach. The wonderful crew are another huge part of Windstar's success, making you feel welcomed and relaxed from the moment you step on board.