With Fleet Growing to Eight Yachts, Windstar Celebrates Travel Advisors in May with Tahiti Cruise Giveaway and Bonus Commissions
As Windstar Cruises expands its fleet from six to eight yachts, the small ship cruise line is celebrating Travel Advisor Appreciation Month in May by rolling out rewards, incentives, and valuable booking tools to thank its travel advisor partners for their continued support and expertise throughout the year.
Win a Dream Trip to Tahiti
The highlight of Windstar’s Travel Advisor Appreciation Month is the grand prize giveaway: a seven day Dreams of Tahiti cruise for two to Tahiti, including roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles (LAX). The cruise is valid for departures through March 31, 2027, offering the winner ample flexibility to plan the ultimate South Pacific escape.
Booking Window and Bonus Commission
From May 1–31, every client booking for a 2026 Windstar cruise qualifies the travel advisor for one entry toward the Tahiti grand prize drawing. In addition, advisors will earn a $100 bonus commission per stateroom, paid in addition to standard commission. There is no limit on the number of entries or bonus commissions advisors can earn.
Added Value for Clients: Q2 Comp All-In Package
Bookings made during Travel Advisor Appreciation Month also qualify clients for Windstar’s Q2 promotional offer, which includes a Complimentary All-In Package. This enhanced value makes it easier for advisors to close sales while delivering a more seamless, inclusive cruise experience for their clients.
“Travel advisors are at the heart of everything we do,” said Janet Bava, Windstar’s Chief Commercial Officer. “Their knowledge, dedication, and ability to match the right guest with the right itinerary are essential to our success.”
Travel Advisor FAM Rates
Windstar believes experience helps sell. A collection of sailings across the line’s sailing regions are offered at reduced rates especially for travel advisors. Travel Advisor FAM fares are significantly reduced rates, sometimes half off, full public cruise fares, and in some cases exceed one‑third off, depending on sailing and availability.
Where to Go with Windstar in 2026
As clients plan for 2026 vacations, travel advisors can inspire bookings with a mix of perennial favorites and bucket-list escapes. For culture-forward itineraries, think Europe and the Mediterranean, including Greece’s iconic islands, as well as sun-soaked stays in the Canary Islands. Farther afield, the South Pacific and Tahiti continue to be popular choices for unforgettable tropical getaways; and for easy-to-sell warmth and beach time, the Caribbean remains a go-to choice.
What’s on Deck for 2026 + New Cancel For Any Reason Policy
To further support our valued travel advisor partners, Windstar will debut another key closing tool in early May: Peace of Mind Promise with Cancel for Any Reason. This flexible new – and complimentary – policy is designed to reassure both advisors and their clients, providing added confidence to book Windstar voyages through March 31, 2027.
All eyes are on Windstar in 2026 with the debut season of Star Seeker, its new 224-guest all-suite yacht sailing Alaska, Japan, and Southeast Asia, along with a fall Mystery Cruise in Spain. The excitement continues later in the year as Windstar welcomes its second new ship, Star Explorer, its highly anticipated yacht debuting in December 2026 and sailing year-round in the Mediterranean.
The brand continues to expand its reach with new itineraries that introduce lesser-known Mediterranean ports like Taranto and Reggio Calabria while deepening its signature access to more than 330 global destinations. At the same time, Windstar is leading the growing travel trend of combining river and ocean cruising with RiverOcean voyagesTM appealing to river cruisers seeking more immersive, seamlessly connected journeys.
◉ Note on Grand Prize Tahiti Cruise: One (1) grand prize winner will be randomly selected to receive a 7-night cruise for two in Tahiti (Papeete-Papeete), including round-trip economy class airfare from Los Angeles to Tahiti provided by Air Tahiti Nui. Cruise details, including itinerary and departure date, are subject to availability and will be coordinated with the winner.
The cruise must be taken by March 31, 2027. Suite assignment is determined solely by Windstar Cruises and is subject to availability. Cruise does not include Government Taxes & Fees, alcoholic beverages, Wi-Fi, shore excursions, or gratuities. Winner responsible for taxes and fuel fee for air tickets (approximately $320/person). Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply. Only US & Canadian agents are eligible to participate.
(With Fleet Growing to Eight Yachts, Windstar Celebrates Travel Advisors in May with Tahiti Cruise Giveaway and Bonus Commissions)
