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Apr 1 2021March 30, 2021

ANNOUNCING WINDSTAR’S NEW $500 MILLION SEA SUBMARINE INITIATIVE

News, Windstar Buzz / 3 minutes of reading

DIVE INTO VACATION DELIGHT ABOARD STAR FISH, WINDSTAR’S NEW SUBMARINE Go deep on distinct travel experiences beyond conventional cruise lines, slipping beneath the waves to flawlessly smooth cruise conditions, gliding beneath storm fronts and resurfacing at sunny, uncrowded ports days before rerouted cruise liners return to itineraries. With a range down to 950 feet, Star …

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Jan 5 2017September 20, 2018

Windstar Wins Top Awards in USA TODAY & Condé Nast Traveler

Celebrations, News / 4 minutes of reading

wardsWindstar’s six small ships win new travel awards and garner travel influencer accolades. We wrap up the year on a high note with a bevy of travel awards from trusted travel publications. We also received accolades from influential travel insiders who have experienced a personalized cruise vacation on the line’s iconic sailing and all-suite yachts …

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Nov 20 2012October 16, 2013

Stella Bistro Shines on Wind Surf

Culinary, News, Onboard Experience, Refurbishment, Uncategorized, Wind Surf / 2 minutes of reading

Get ready to dazzle your tastebuds with Wind Surf’s new restaurant Stella Bistro. Formerly known as Degrees, the venue will be transformed into an intimate, contemporary dining room with a French twist during the yacht’s renovation. The name, derived from the Latin word for star, was selected as a tribute to the restaurant’s special dining …

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Nov 1 2012February 15, 2016

Windstar Cruises Nears Completion of Fleet Renovation

News, Onboard Experience, Refurbishment, Uncategorized, Wind Spirit, Wind Star, Wind Surf / 3 minutes of reading

The full fleet-wide renovation is almost complete! In December our fleet will emerge fresh from its $18 million, three yacht, stem-to-stern renovation. While Wind Star was completed in April, Wind Surf will go into dry dock on November 12th. The 310-passenger flagship sailing yacht will begin its five-day dry dock at Lisnave, a Portuguese shipyard. …

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Oct 3 2012October 3, 2012

Wind Surf to the Rescue

News, Staff, Uncategorized, Wind Surf / 2 minutes of reading

On the night of September 26th, Wind Surf was sailing along the Dalmatian coast of Croatia towards Pula, its next port of call, when two red distress flares were spotted off the starboard side by the bridge team and a number of guests. Captain Alan MacAry quickly arrived on the bridge to determine the next …

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Apr 5 2012February 15, 2016

Windstar Unveils 2013 Voyage Collection

Destinations, News / 2 minutes of reading

It will be an exciting new era for Windstar in 2013. With seven spectacular new voyages setting sail and amazing renovations on our beautiful fleet of sailing yachts, we’re beyond thrilled to unveil our Windstar 2013 Voyage Collection. Windstar’s luxury cruises have always provided travelers with an intimate alternative to larger boats. Our small cruise …

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Feb 12 2012February 12, 2016

25 Years at Sea

Events, News, Onboard Experience, Staff, Wind Star / 1 minute of reading

It’s 1986. The first episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show aired, Lady GaGa was born, the New York Mets defeated the Boston Red Sox in the World Series, and Prince’s “Kiss” blasted from cassette tapes. It was also the year that the msy Wind Star set sail. On September 21, 1986, the 148-guest Wind Star …

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Feb 1 2012March 2, 2012

“Top 20 Small Cruise Ships” Award

Events, News / 2 minutes of reading

A couple months ago we were thrilled to announce that the readers of Condé Nast Traveler selected us to be among the magazine’s prestigious Gold List award. As a fifth-time recipient of this honor, we were additionally recognized by being placed in the Platinum Circle. Now, we are honored once again to announce that all …

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Jan 26 2012

Greek Isles & Turkish Delights

Destinations, Events, News / 3 minutes of reading

Sail seamlessly between modernity and antiquity with our Greek Isles and Turkish Delights itineraries. Sip espresso at a chic café in downtown Athens while the ancient Greek gods seem to guard the city from above on the Acropolis. Then, cruise to the thoroughly modern islands of Mykonos and Santorini, where you can bask in the …

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Jan 24 2012February 15, 2016

3 New Itineraries in Northern Europe!

Destinations, Events, News / 3 minutes of reading

Do you know where you’re going this summer? Why not explore the historical, geographically astounding and culturally rich regions of Northern Europe, Scandinavia and the Baltic with us? We are so excited to announce the following 3 itineraries which explore some of the most beautiful and compelling destinations the world has to offer, from impressive …

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Jan 19 2012June 4, 2020

Wind Star & Wind Spirit’s New Look

News, Refurbishment, Wind Spirit, Wind Star / 3 minutes of reading

Elegant and chic… inviting and luxurious. You’ve already seen Wind Surf’s beautifully renovated accommodations and corridors during Phase 1 of its refurbishment, and now it’s time for the Wind Star and Wind Spirit. We couldn’t be more excited about unveiling our smaller yachts’ luxurious new look and we want to hear from all of you …

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Jan 6 2012March 25, 2020

Europe for Two!

Destinations, News / 2 minutes of reading

Rome… Athens… Barcelona… Istanbul… Lisbon! Get closer to Europe with Windstar. Explore some of the world’s most iconic, most unforgettable destinations on a luxurious sailing yacht with our European Sail & Stay Packages, offering extraordinary value with two-for-one fares and two free hotel nights! Make this your season to sail on one of our following …

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Jan 2 2012February 15, 2016

Two-for-One Caribbean Cruise Fares!

Destinations, Events, News / 1 minute of reading

Whether you’re seeking the most relaxing destination on Earth or eager to experience the eclectic, vibrant mix of cultures found only here, our Caribbean Cruise voyages are the best way to explore this incredibly diverse and beautiful region. And there has never been a better time to go – book by February 24, 2012, to …

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Dec 29 2011

2012 in Windstar Style

Events, News, Onboard Experience / 1 minute of reading

In 2012, we are bringing Windstar Cruises to a new level. In the upcoming year, discover an even higher level of luxury accommodations and world-class service on the open seas. From the conceptual beginning of our company, we always believed in giving guests a unique experience, one they couldn’t have with any other cruise line—anywhere …

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Dec 23 2011December 23, 2011

Windstar on Condé Nast’s 2012 Gold List

Events, News / 2 minutes of reading

We are delighted to announce our latest accolade, and we have you to thank for it! Condé Nast Traveler magazine released their prestigious annual Gold List, a compendium of the best hotels, resorts and cruise lines in the world selected by their readers. Our wonderful alumni have once again shown their support by voting us …

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Dec 14 2011March 2, 2012

Wind Surf Debuts Stylish, New Look

Events, News, Refurbishment, Wind Surf / 2 minutes of reading

We completed the first phase of Wind Surf’s refurbishment encompassing the yacht’s staterooms, suites, bridge suites and corridors. Guests on the December 10, Yachtsman’s Caribbean voyage set sail from St. Maarten with the new, luxurious and stylish accommodations and corridors. Now it’s your turn to see the updates which are part of Windstar’s $18 million …

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