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Why Windstar

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.

The World's Best Small Ship Cruise Line

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 Watersports Platform. 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.

World Class Dining

A Delicious Pairing

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.

Locally inspired dishes

You didn’t come all this way for just a burger

24-hour Room Service

stay in tonight and even order from the main Amphora dining menu

The best Watersports Platform*

Complimentary kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, and floating islands *select voyages

Complimentary digital newsstand

Catch up on today’s news or read your favorite magazines

Local performances on board*

Brought to you by the locals who are eager to share their culture

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.

All the essentials

Complimentary Safe, In Room Refrigerator, Hair Dryer

Meals in our venues

Try it all! Coursed meals in Amphora, buffet and a la carte in Veranda, and even reservations only restaurants.

Windstar’s Crew Talent show

You don’t want to miss this! Our crew shows off their hidden talents beyond their day job.

Engaging Entertainment

Trivia nights, themed shows, and so much fun!

Complimentary gym use

Keep up with your fitness routine

Spa Amenities

Complimentary use of the sauna, steam room, Experience Shower*, and Thermal Suite* will help you relax *Star Plus Class only

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!

The Option to Make it All Inclusive

Make your cruise all inclusive with our All Inclusive Fare at just £81 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.

Alcoholic Beverages

Unlimited beer, wine, and cocktails. Cheers!

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!