LDPR Named Agency Of Record For Windstar Cruises
LDPR, a leading travel and lifestyle PR firm based in New York City, is now onboard with Windstar Cruises as it has just been appointed agency of record for 2025. (more…)
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Windstar Opens Bookings for 2027 Japan Sailings Early Due to Near Sell-Out of 2026 Cruises
Windstar Cruises has experienced an unprecedented demand for its 2026 sailings in Japan aboard its newest ship Star Seeker, which joins the small ship company’s fleet in December of 2025. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Announces 2025 Mind, Body, and Spirit Collection Cruises with Wellness Expert/Host Debbie Dixon
In line with the trend of kicking off the new year with a health and wellness focus, Windstar Cruises has announced new wellness-themed cruises for 2025 – the Mind, Body, and Spirit Collection. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Hires Jess Peterson as Director of Destination Experience & Itinerary Planning as Fleet Expands, New Cruise Regions Added
With an expanding fleet of small ships and cruise regions around the world, Windstar Cruises has announced the hire of Jess Peterson as the award-winning cruise line’s director of destination experience & itinerary planning. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises’ New Star Seeker Floats Out in Portugal
The new Star Seeker yacht, the first Star Class new build for small ship line Windstar Cruises, has floated out of the building dock, touching water for the first time at the WestSEA Shipyard in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Launches New Online Booking Capability for Travelers. The new B2C feature allows guests to book a Windstar cruise directly on its website
Windstar Cruises has announced the launch of its new online booking engine now available on its website. (more…)
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Windstar Introduces Fall 2026 Canada & New England Season with New Itinerary, First-time Ports, and an Early Booking Offer
Windstar Cruises is adding a new itinerary in 2026 to its popular Canada & New England season of sailings, which are fall travel favorites thanks to the line’s ability to visit primarily smaller, scenic ports where big ships don’t go. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Launches New Cruise & Overwater Bungalow Packages Inspired By “The Golden Bachelorette” Finale, Now Streaming On Hulu
Windstar Cruises invites couples to rekindle romance and create lasting memories with an exclusive second honeymoon experience inspired by “The Golden Bachelorette,” now streaming on Hulu. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises’ Star Legend Sails to Cannes for Two Days at ILTM
Windstar Cruises’ 312-guest Star Legend will again be welcoming top travel advisors, media, and partners at ILTM Cannes, the world’s leading luxury travel trade show, on December 3 and 4 in France. (more…)
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Travel Advisor Preview: Windstar Cruises Announces “Pick Your Perk” Holiday AND Wave Season Offer for Cruises Through June 2026
Windstar Cruises has announced the return of its popular “Pick Your Perk” offer, now available throughout the festive season (including Black Friday/Cyber Monday) as well as the cruise industry’s deal-centric wave season in early 2025. (more…)
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Bad Gleichenberg Tourism School, One of Europe’s Top Hospitality Programs, Awards Windstar Cruises President Christopher Prelog ‘Styrian Tourism Panther’
Windstar Cruises President Christopher Prelog received the Styrian Tourism Panther Award for International Achievement on October 17, 2024. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Kicks Off 40th Anniversary Celebration with Two Sister Ships Meeting in Kusadasi. Largest Windstar Dinner Event Ever held at Ephesus
Windstar Cruises has officially kicked off its ruby anniversary sailing season, marking 40 years since the company’s founding and its exemplary small ship cruising style with a beloved crew that’s more accurately described as “shipboard family.” (more…)
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Wind Surf Readies for Major Renovations this Fall. Windstar’s flagship will emerge with lots of extra sparkle just in time for holiday sailings
Wind Surf, one of the world’s largest sailing ships and the flagship of small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises, is preparing for Phase 1 of extensive renovations taking place in Cadiz, Spain this November. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Partners with The Latin Recording Academy®
Miami-based, small-ship cruise line Windstar Cruises is thrilled to sign with The Latin Recording Academy–as the presenting sponsor of The Latin Academy’s 2024 and 2025 Special Awards Presentation during Latin GRAMMY® Week. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Promotes Stijn Creupelandt to Chief Operating Officer; Paul Barrett, Vice President of Marine & Technical Operations to Retire
Windstar Cruises has announced the promotion of Stijn Creupelandt to the position of chief operating officer (COO). (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Has a New Ship Coming Just One Time to the Caribbean. Here’s What You Need to Know
It’s no secret that small-ship cruises are just about the biggest thing in the Caribbean travel industry right now, as travel agents have been telling our sister publication, Caribbean Travel Advisor. (more…)
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Experience True Sailing in the Caribbean Onboard Star Flyer. Book now to receive complimentary two-night stay in St. Maarten on select Treasure Island sailings
The Caribbean is one of most visited cruise destinations in the world, and for good reasons: the pristine beaches, diverse culture, and proximity to the US make these islands a year-round vacation spot. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Expands its Already Significant Presence in the South Pacific: 2026 Offerings to Include Fiji, Tonga & Cook Islands
Windstar Cruises is announcing a significant expansion of itineraries for the line in the South Pacific: the only region other than the Mediterranean where Windstar sails year-round. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises’ Top Sailings & Savings for Last-Minute Fall Travel. Best sail escapes of the season: Popular destinations, cooler weather + seasonal savings
For travelers seeking spontaneity and adventure this fall, Windstar Cruises, leader in small ship luxury cruising, is sharing its top sailing destinations and savings to take advantage of for the new season. (more…)
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Unforgettable Travel Company Launches 2025 Greece Itineraries
Unforgettable Travel Company has launched its collection of small-ship cruise and land itineraries for Greece in 2025. (more…)
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Three Marquesas Mayors Join Windstar Cruises to Celebrate New UNESCO World Heritage Designation
Windstar Cruises began sailing in 2024 to the Marquesas Islands – a remote, South Pacific paradise that welcomes just a few thousand visitors per year, and in July the Marquesas received broad international recognition by being named one of the planet’s newest UNESCO World Heritage sites. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Presents Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg with ASTA Icon Award
Windstar Cruises is pleased to announce that it has awarded Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg, Head of Travel Policy for Chase Travel, with the ASTA Icon Award. (more…)
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Windstar’s Brand-New Star Seeker Features 112 Spacious Suites, Most with Large Verandas or Infinity Windows
Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises is unveiling a first look at its Star Seeker – a 224-guest, brand-new ship that will debut in January of 2026. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Appoints Jason Grant New Vice President of Information Technology
Windstar Cruises has announced the appointment of Jason Grant as Vice President of Information Technology. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises’ 2026 European Voyages Boast 15 Fresh Itineraries, 24 First-Time Ports, and New Iceland Solar Eclipse Sailing
Today, Windstar Cruises unveils its 2026 European Voyages, with more new ports and itineraries than the line has ever debuted in a single season. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises to Celebrate 40 Years of Small Ship Sailing
Two Ships Will Meet in Turkey for a Celebration Event at Ephesus in October; Extended Ruby Anniversary Season Will Include Special Giveaways, Crew Commemorations, Signature Cocktails, and More. (more…)
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Windstar Launches Revelex Integration – Further Investing in Technology to Help Travel Advisors Book Cruises Online
Windstar Cruises is investing in technology to make it easier for travel advisors to do business with the small ship line, today announcing a new integration with its first booking engine partner – Revelex. (more…)
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Windstar Launches ‘Christmas in July’ Sales Event from July 17-31
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Summer…small ship line Windstar Cruises is bringing back its annual Christmas in July Sale from July 17-31. (more…)
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Windstar Honors Top Virtuoso® Travel Advisors in Most Icon-ic Way Aboard Star Breeze in Tahiti
Fifty Virtuoso® Cruise Icons disembarked last week from Windstar Cruises’ 312-guest, all-suite Star Breeze in French Polynesia, completing a celebratory trip personally hosted by Windstar President Christopher Prelog aimed at relaxing, networking, and experiencing Windstar’s iconic small ship sailing style in storied French Polynesia. (more…)
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Windstar’s Mediterranean Itineraries + Star Legend Yacht to Star in Episode of ‘Traveling with Denella Ri’chard’
Can a yacht win a major television award? Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises’ 312-passenger, all-suite Star Legend is going to give it a try by making its debut on the Traveling with Denella Ri’chard critically acclaimed television series. (more…)
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Windstar Extends Sail Beyond Ordinary Promotion + Adds New Incentives and New Dates for 2025
Windstar Cruises is extending and expanding its popular Sail Beyond Ordinary promotion which offers customers a free All-Inclusive package on 2024 voyages featuring onboard Wi-Fi, all gratuities, and unlimited wine, beer, and cocktails. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises President Christopher Prelog Receives TravelAge West Excellence in Leadership Award, Windstar Also Takes Top Honors
Windstar Cruises is pleased to share that its president, Christopher Prelog, has been named a recipient of this year’s TravelAge West Excellence in Leadership Award. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Reveals New Ship, Star Seeker, Will Bring Back Popular Routes of Alaska and Japan in 2026
Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises revealed today it’s planning to send its newest ship, Star Seeker, cruising to Alaska and Japan when it joins the fleet in 2026. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Unveils 2025 & 2026 Winter Mediterranean Sailings. Extended Early Booking Offer AND Big Perks for Groups
As one of very few cruise lines to sail in the Mediterranean during the winter, Windstar Cruises is leaning into the growing trend of off-season travel. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Celebrates Travel Advisors in May with Four Free Cruise Giveaways and Bonus Commission
May 1st is National Travel Advisor Appreciation Day, and small ship line Windstar Cruises is celebrating with exclusive perks and new programs that last beyond the month of May. (more…)
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Windstar to run its largest-ever UK agent ship visit programme this summer
Windstar Cruises has set aside 450 places for trade partners in 11 ports of calls across the UK as part of its largest-ever ship visit programme. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Expands Guest Services with New Leadership Appointments; Introduces ‘Vacation Planning’ Department
Windstar Cruises is expanding and rebranding the company’s Guest Services department, including announcing the appointments of Jaymi Fiveash as Senior Director of Vacation Planning and Andrew Ironstone as Director of Outbound Consumer Sales. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Welcomes Two New Ships to Fleet, Star Seeker and Star Explorer
Windstar Cruises is excited to announce the expansion of its fleet with the addition of two all-suite motor yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Celebrates 10 Year Partnership with the James Beard Foundation®; Announces Guest Chefs for 2025 Sailings
Windstar Cruises is excited to mark the 10th Anniversary of its partnership with the James Beard Foundation® in 2025 – expanding their series of yearly themed culinary sailings. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises and Pacific Beachcomber Announce New Collaboration in French Polynesia
Windstar Cruises, the leader in small ship cruising in French Polynesia, today announces a new collaboration with Pacific Beachcomber, luxury operator of seven hotels in French Polynesia, including InterContinental Hotel Group (IHG), Maitai Hotels and The Brando. (more…)
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