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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Windstar Cruises Announces Thrilling, First-Ever ‘Mystery Cruise’ Set to Depart in 2025
Windstar Cruises, a leader in small ship luxury cruising, is excited to announce its first-ever “President’s Mystery Cruise” set to depart on April 19, 2025. (more…)
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Star Breeze takes over French Polynesia Sailings as New Year-Round Ship in the Region – Windstar Cruises
Windstar Cruises, the leader in small ship cruising in Tahiti with more than 36 years of experience in the region, has introduced the all-suite, 312-guest Star Breeze, replacing Wind Spirit, as the new year-round ship in Tahiti and French Polynesia. (more…)
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Small Ship Line Windstar Cruises to Position Ships in the Mediterranean Year-Round
After pivoting to a first-ever winter cruise season in the Mediterranean this year, Windstar Cruises’ has announced its intent to keep Star Legend sailing in the region for another winter season, providing our guests with the opportunity to explore Europe and the Mediterranean’s allure year-round. (more…)
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Carnival Cruise Line and Windstar Cruises to Appear in Third Series of ‘Cruising With Susan Calman’
A third season of “Cruising with Susan Calman” begins this Friday, January 5, starting with the comedian and presenter experiencing Carnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Radiance on the Mexican Riviera. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Wins Coveted ‘Best Suites at Sea’ at Cruise Ship Interiors Awards 2023
Windstar Cruises proudly announces its latest triumph – securing the esteemed Cruise Ship Interior Awards 2023 “Best Suites at Sea” accolade for The Broadmoor and Sea Island specialty suites onboard two of its three Star Plus Class yachts. (more…)
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Multi-Million Dollar Initiative Begins for Three Iconic Wind Class Sailing Ships – Windstar Cruises
Afficionados of Windstar Cruises’ original three classic sailing yachts – 148-guest Wind Star and Wind Spirit and 342-guest Wind Surf – will be happy to learn the award-winning small ship cruise line is embarking on a multi-million dollar initiative to redesign and update all three yachts. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Brings Back Popular ‘Pick Your Perk’ WAVE Offer
Windstar Cruises has announced its popular holiday season WAVE sale – Pick Your Perk. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Expands Global Footprint to South America with Tours to Galapagos and Machu Picchu
Windstar Cruises is expanding its global reach with first-time cruises in South America beginning in December of 2025 on board all-suite yacht Star Pride. (more…)
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Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deal Alert: Windstar Cruises Plans Thankful for Travel Sale
Windstar Cruises, known for its small ships that visit uncrowded and off-the-beaten-path ports, is planning a Black Friday/Cyber Monday one week sale dubbed “Thankful for Travel.” (more…)
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Windstar Cruises and Coral Gardeners Partnership Celebrates One Year Anniversary With the Launch of New Initiatives to Support Coral Reefs
Windstar Cruises celebrates the one-year anniversary of its partnership with Coral Gardeners, a Moorea (French Polynesia)-based organization determined to revolutionize ocean conservation and create a global movement to save the coral reefs through reef restoration, awareness activities, and innovative solutions. (more…)
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Sell One & Sail Free in Europe this Winter/Spring – Windstar Cruises
Windstar Cruises’ first-ever winter and holiday itineraries in Europe are now available for booking, and on top of low pricing from just $1,399 per person, Windstar has added a new offer for travel advisors: Sell One & Sail Free. (more…)
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Windstar replaces Middle East with winter Mediterranean sailings
Windstar Cruises has announced its new winter and holiday sailing itineraries from December 2023 to April 2024, offering travelers the opportunity to discover iconic ports like Barcelona, Nice, Florence/Livorno , Marseille, and Rome in an entirely different light aboard the all-suite, 312-guest, Star Legend. (more…)
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Windstar Makes it Easier Than Ever to Grow Your Group Sales
Windstar Cruises has announced a new groups program that makes it easier than ever for travel advisor partners to earn a tour conductor credit (AKA sail for free) and grow their business.
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Christopher Prelog Marks Three Year Milestone as President of Windstar Cruises
Canary Islands President’s Cruise
This week Windstar Cruises President Christopher Prelog celebrates three years of leading the small ship cruise line – commemorating a remarkable tenure that began in the depths of the pandemic. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Announces 2024 James Beard Foundation Guest Chefs & Sailing Dates
Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has announced its lineup of James Beard Foundation®-affiliated guest chefs for its series of three themed culinary cruises in 2024. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises announces deployment through Winter 2025/26
Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has released its sailing schedule through winter of 2025/26, with several deployment moves for its fleet of six ships. (more…)
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Janet Bava Appointed Chief Commercial Officer of Windstar Cruises; Betsy O’Rourke Charts Course as Advisor for Xanterra Travel Collection
Windstar Cruises, a luxury yacht-style cruise line based in Miami, is pleased to announce two important leadership changes. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Announces Deployment through Summer 2025. Cruises take place on Windstar’s six, intimate yachts: three sailing, three all-suite
Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has released its sailing schedule through summer of 2025, with several key deployment moves for its fleet of six ships including three all-suite motor yachts and three classic sailing yachts. (more…)
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Formula 1® Races in Abu Dhabi + Monaco Can Be Accessed Via a Cruise Ship So Small & Nimble It Feels Like Your Own Private Yacht
Small ship line Windstar Cruises has added a new Formula 1® experience for its guests, this time at the final race of the 2023 season at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in November. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Announces New Whole-Food, Plant-Based Menu in Partnership with the National Health Association. New vegan menu on board all six of the small ship line’s yachts
Windstar Cruises has partnered with the National Health Association (NHA) to create a new vegan menu on board all six of the small ship line’s yachts. The offerings are not only plant-based but also prepared without added salt, oil, and sugar and are gluten-free. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises to Launch High-Speed Starlink Internet Across Global Fleet
Windstar Cruises has announced the launch of its Starlink Maritime high-speed, advanced broadband satellite internet capabilities. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Hires Vice President of Finance
Windstar Cruises has hired Alfonso Robles as the line’s new vice president of finance. (more…)
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No Safe Harbor, unless you’re a small cruise ship. More and more ports are banning large and mega ships
More and more ports, famed cities, and environmentally sensitive maritime areas are banning large and mega ships due to overtourism, limiting the number of ships or even capping the number of visitors. Why is this trend happening?
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