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2024 Press Releases

12/17/2024  LDPR Named Agency of Record for Windstar Cruises
MIAMI, FL - 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.

12/12/2024  Windstar Cruises Welcomes Mayor Fraga to Company’s Doral Headquarters
Doral, FL - Windstar Cruises had the honor of welcoming Doral Mayor Christi Fraga to its headquarters on Wednesday for an afternoon of collaboration and community spirit. Mayor Fraga met with Windstar President Christopher Prelog, the brand’s leadership team, and the extended Windstar team during her visit.

12/04/2024  Windstar Cruises Announces 2025 Mind, Body, and Spirit Collection Cruises with Wellness Expert/Host Debbie Dixon
MIAMI, FL - 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. Designed for travelers interested in embracing a holistic approach to transforming their lives, these select cruises combine immersive travel experiences, mindfulness, exercise, and healthy diet options.

11/25/2024  Windstar Cruises Hires Jess Peterson as Director of Destination Experience & Itinerary Planning
MIAMI, FL - 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. With an impressive background in travel planning and a deep passion and understanding for creating unforgettable guest experiences, Peterson will oversee the development of global itineraries that reflect Windstar's philosophy of “180 Degrees From Ordinary.”

11/25/2024  Windstar Cruises’ New Star Seeker Floats Out in Portugal
MIAMI, FL - 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.

11/20/2024  Windstar Cruises Launches New Online Booking Capability for Travelers
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises has announced the launch of its new online booking engine now available on its website. This new advanced online booking capability streamlines the vacation planning process allowing guests and travel advisor partners to easily lock in their cruise date, destination, excursions, and hotels.

11/18/2024  Windstar Cruises Announces Popular “Pick Your Perk” Offer for Cruises Through June 2026
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises, a leader in small ship luxury cruising, 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 prime cruise and travel booking months occurring each year January through March.

11/14/2024  Windstar Cruises Launches New Cruise & Overwater Bungalow Packages Inspired By "The Golden Bachelorette" Finale, Now Streaming On HULU
Papeete, French Polynesia - 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. Embark on your own journey to find romance in Tahiti with new air + hotel + cruise packages that immerse couples in the magic of Tahiti, blending adventure and relaxation for an unforgettable romantic escape.

11/12/2024  Windstar Cruises’ Star Legend Sails to Cannes for Two Days at ILTM
MIAMI, FL - 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.

10/24/2024  WINDSTAR CRUISES, AIR TAHITI NUI, AND THE ISLANDS OF TAHITI SET THE STAGE FOR LOVE ON “THE GOLDEN BACHELORETTE”
Papeete, French Polynesia - Romantic small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises and the leading carrier to French Polynesia, Air Tahiti Nui, are proud to be part of Joan Vassos’ journey in finding her second chance at love on the first ever season of “The Golden Bachelorette” in the lush tropical paradise of The Islands of Tahiti.

10/21/2024  Bad Gleichenberg Tourism School, One of Europe’s Top Hospitality Programs, Awards Windstar Cruises President Christopher Prelog ‘Styrian Tourism Panther’
Bad Gleichenberg - Windstar Cruises President Christopher Prelog received the Styrian Tourism Panther Award for International Achievement on October 17, 2024. The Austrian award, which is the Styrian region’s highest tourism honor, is in its sixth year and is bestowed by the Bad Gleichenberg Tourism School to honor designers, visionaries, and pioneers of tourism for their success in the hospitality industry.

10/15/2024  Wind Surf Readies for Major Renovations
MIAMI, FL - The flagship of small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises, is preparing for Phase 1 of extensive renovations taking place in Cadiz, Spain this November.

10/03/2024  Windstar Cruises Partners with The Latin Recording Academy®
MIAMI, FL – The award-winning small ship cruise line furthers commitment to the arts as presenting sponsor of Latin GRAMMY® Week’s Special Awards Presentation

10/02/2024  Windstar Cruises Promotes Stijn Creupelandt to COO; Paul Barrett, VP of Marine & Technical Operations to Retire
MIAMI, FL – Windstar Cruises has announced the promotion of Stijn Creupelandt to the position of chief operating officer (COO). Paul Barrett, the company’s vice president of marine & technical operations, announces his retirement to take effect in April 2025.

09/10/2024  Windstar Cruises' Top Sailings & Savings for Last-Minute Fall Travel
MIAMI, FL – Best sail escapes of the season: Popular destinations, cooler weather + seasonal savings

09/04/2024  Itineraries Are Open to Book Aboard Windstar Cruises’ New Star Seeker Ship
MIAMI, FL – Caribbean, Alaska and Japan cruises offered in 2026

08/29/2024  Three Marquesas Mayors Join Windstar Cruises to Celebrate New UNESCO World Heritage Designation
MIAMI, FL - Windstar is commemorating the moment by offering a celebration cruise departing September 26 hosted by Windstar’s French Polynesian Attaché Hironui Johnston, along with three Marquesas Islands mayors.

08/27/2024  Windstar Cruises Presents Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg with ASTA Icon Award
MIAMI, FL – 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.

08/21/2024  FIRST LOOK: Windstar’s Brand-New Star Seeker
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises is unveiling a first look at its Star Seeker – a 224-guest, brand-new ship that will debut in January of 2026.

08/06/2024  Windstar Cruises Announces 2026 European Voyages
MIAMI, FL - 15 brand-new itineraries, 34 first-time ports, a litany of new Star Collector sailings (which combine several itineraries into one epic/longer adventure), and a first-ever Windstar Solar Eclipse.

08/05/2024  Windstar Cruises Appoints Jason Grant New Vice President of Information Technology
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises has announced the appointment of Jason Grant as Vice President of Information Technology. In this role, Grant will oversee Windstar’s global shoreside and shipboard IT functions while leading the company’s IT strategy, leading the development and implementation of technology, innovation, and performance.

07/30/2024  Windstar Cruises to Celebrate 40 Years of Small Ship Sailing
MIAMI, FL – Windstar Cruises will commemorate its 40th anniversary season starting in October of 2024.

07/23/2024  Windstar Launches Revelex Integration
MIAMI, FL - 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.

07/15/2024  Windstar Launches 'Christmas in July' Sales Event from July 17-31
MIAMI, FL - On Windstar European cruises from now until March 2025, guests receive a complimentary upgrade to the line’s All-Inclusive fares, which includes onboard Wi-Fi, all gratuities, and unlimited wine, beer, and cocktails. In addition to the free upgrade, guests enjoy a shore excursion credit of up to $500 per person, a 10% double discount for Yacht Club Members (Windstar’s returning guests usually receive a 5% savings), and reduced deposits for 2024 sailings.

07/09/2024  Windstar's Itineraries + Star Legend Yacht to Star in Episode of 'Traveling with Denella Ri'chard'
MIAMI, FL - 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. The Windstar-centric episode will begin airing on July 13.

07/08/2024  Windstar Honors Top Virtuoso Travel Advisors
MIAMI, FL - 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.

07/02/2024  Windstar Extends Sail Beyond Ordinary Promotion + Adds New Incentives and New Dates for 2025
MIAMI, FL - 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. New dates for sailings through March 31, 2025 have also been added to the promotion.

07/01/2024  Windstar Cruises Now Booking in Canadian Dollars
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises wishes its Canadian advisors a Happy Canada Day with news it’s now providing a Canada-centered booking process in order to provide better service and value for Canadian guests.

06/14/2024  Windstar Cruises President Christopher Prelog Receives TravelAge West Excellence in Leadership Award
MIAMI, FL – Windstar also won the award for Best Travel Advisor Support for Small Ship Cruises.

06/10/2024  Windstar Cruises Reveals New Ship, Star Seeker, Will Bring Back Routes of Alaska and Japan in 2026
MIAMI, FL – 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.

05/23/2024  Windstar Cruises Unveils 2025 & 2026 Winter Mediterranean Sailings
MIAMI, FL – Along with the opening of new sailings, Windstar is pairing an Early Booking Offer which includes a $200 onboard credit per stateroom plus a complimentary upgrade to All-Inclusive Fares.

04/29/2024  Windstar Cruises Celebrates Travel Advisors in May with Four Free Cruise Giveaways and Bonus Commission
MIAMI, FL - May 1 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. Windstar knows that behind every seamless vacation is a dedicated travel advisor who deserves special appreciation for making it all happen.

04/22/2024  Windstar Cruises Expands Guest Services with New Leadership Appointments; Introduces ‘Vacation Planning’ Department
MIAMI, FL - 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.

04/10/2024  Windstar Cruises Welcomes Two New Ships to Fleet Including First Star Class Newbuild
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises, a leader in small-ship luxury cruising, is excited to announce the expansion of its fleet with the addition of two all-suite motor yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer. The first of the two ships, new-build Star Seeker which is currently being constructed in the WestSEA shipyard, is expected to be delivered in December of 2025, followed by Star Explorer in December, 2026.

03/26/2024  Windstar Cruises Celebrates 10 Year Partnership with the James Beard Foundation
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises, a leader in small ship luxury cruising, 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. To further commemorate this milestone, Windstar will be welcoming five distinguished “All-Star” chefs, four who have previously sailed with the cruise line as part of the ground-breaking partnership and are guest favorites.

03/19/2024  Windstar Cruises and Pacific Beachcomber Announce New Collaboration
MIAMI, FL - 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.

03/01/2024  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.

02/06/2024  Star Breeze takes over French Polynesia Sailings
MIAMI, FL - 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.

01/17/2024  Windstar’s First-Ever Winter Sailings in the Mediterranean Exceed Expectations
MIAMI, FL - 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.

2023 Press Releases

12/20/2023  Windstar Cruises Wins Coveted “Best Suites at Sea” at Cruise Ship Interiors Awards 2023
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises, a leader in small ship luxury cruising, 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. The suites were recognized as the best suites on small ships.

12/19/2023  Windstar Pours on New Wine Experiences for Select 2024 Itineraries
MIAMI, FL – As part of an ongoing commitment to unique epicurean experiences at sea, small ship line Windstar Cruises has announced the addition of curated wines to some of the line's most unique itineraries in 2024.

12/05/2023  Multi-Million Dollar Initiative Begins for Windstar Cruises' Three Iconic Wind Class Ships
MIAMI, FL - 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.

12/04/2023  Windstar Cruises Brings Back Popular "Pick Your Perk" Holiday Savings Offer
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises, a leader in small ship luxury cruising, has announced its popular holiday season sale – Pick Your Perk. For a limited time, guests who book voyages with Windstar Cruises can enjoy exceptional savings and customized experiences while traveling to iconic destinations around the globe.

11/15/2023  Windstar Cruises Expands Global Footprint to South America
MIAMI, FL - 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. The diversification to the region creates new opportunities for the small ship cruise line's well-traveled guests to experience buck-list destinations, like Machu Picchu in Peru and Galapagos Islands in Ecuador, allowing Windstar's guests to enjoy the uncrowded and unpretentious style they are well known for.

11/07/2023  Windstar Cruises and Coral Gardeners Partnership Celebrates One Year Anniversary
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises, a leader in small ship cruising, 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.

11/06/2023  Sell One & Sail Free in Europe this Winter / Spring
MIAMI, FL - 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.

10/24/2023  Windstar Cruises to Set Sail on a Unprecedented 2023/2024 Winter Season in Europe
MIAMI, FL - 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 award-winning all-suite, 312-guest, Star Legend.

10/23/2023  Windstar Makes it Easier Than Ever to Grow Your Group Sales
MIAMI, FL – 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

09/26/2023  Christopher Prelog Marks Three Year Milestone as President of Windstar Cruises
MIAMI, FL - 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.

09/19/2023  Windstar Cruises Announces 2024 James Beard Foundation Guest Chefs & Sailing Dates
MIAMI, FL - 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.

09/14/2023  Windstar Cruises Announces Deployment through Winter 2025/26
MIAMI, FL – Notable are new season-long sailings in the Canary Islands, first-ever Cruise Tours in the Middle East, and two new Cruise Tours in Tahiti.

07/11/2023  Janet Bava Announced Chief Commercial Officer
MIAMI, FL – Windstar Cruises, a luxury yacht-style cruise line based in Miami, is pleased to announce two important leadership changes. Janet Bava will be Windstar Cruises’ new Chief Commercial Officer as of July 24, 2023. Betsy O’Rourke, the CCO for Windstar since 2020 and the CCO of Windstar’s parent company Xanterra Travel Collection since 2012, will move to a consultancy role with Xanterra and its ownership, The Anschutz Corporation, as well as engage in outside Board opportunities.

05/09/2023  Windstar Cruises Announces Deployment through Summer 2025
MIAMI, FL -- 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.

03/27/2023  WIndstar Adds Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Experience
MIAMI, FL -- Windstar Cruises has added a new Formula 1® experience for its guests at the final race of the 2023 season at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in November

03/14/2023  Windstar Cruises Announces New Whole-Food, Plant Based Menu
MIAMI, FL -- 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.

03/07/2023  Windstar Cruises Lifts Covid Vaccine Requirement
Windstar Cruises will lift its COVID-19 vaccine requirement on June 1, 2023, no longer requiring guests to be vaccinated against the virus in order to sail with the small ship cruise line.

02/13/2023  Windstar Cruises to Launch High-Speed Starlink Internet
MIAMI, FL -- Windstar Cruises has announced the launch of its Starlink Maritime high-speed, advanced broadband satellite internet capabilities.

02/08/2023  Windstar Cruises Hires Vice President of Finance
Windstar Cruises has hired Alfonso Robles as the line’s new vice president of finance.

01/17/2023  Windstar Cruises Names Joe Jiffo Director of Field Sales
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises has named Joe Jiffo as the new director of field sales, where he is responsible for guiding the small ship cruise line’s North America field sales team and inside sales team, with a key focus on increasing brand awareness in the travel advisor community and connecting with our trade partners.

01/10/2023  New Themed Suites on Windstar Cruises
The two specialty suites are inspired by Windstar’s Forbes Five-Star sister companies The Broadmoor and Sea Island and will be rolled out to Windstar’s two other Star Plus Class yachts next: Star Breeze in spring of 2023 and Star Pride in 2024.

2022 Press Releases

12/13/2022  Windstar Cruises Expands Culinary Team Expertise
MIAMI, FL - Small ship luxury cruise line Windstar Cruises has hired two new professionals to its corporate culinary team. Bjoern Wassmuth has been hired as culinary director, and Eric Le Rouzic as corporate executive pastry chef.

11/22/2022  Small Ship Line Windstar Cruises’ Star Breeze Makes First Call in Australia in Sydney
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises’ 312-passenger, all-suite Star Breeze yacht makes its first-ever call in Australia today in Sydney, where it will embark on a 13-day privately chartered cruise to Melbourne, arriving on December 4.

11/16/2022  Windstar Announces Wave Season Deal + Thankful for Travel
MIAMI, FL - Miami headquartered Windstar Cruises has solidified its offering for “wave season,” when the best cruise deals are rolled out for customers to book for the year ahead.

11/03/2022  Betsy O’Rourke Appointed Chief Commercial Officer of Windstar Cruises; Dianna Rom Promoted to Vice President of Sales
MIAMI, FL, November 3, 2022 - Windstar Cruises announced two new appointments to its leadership team.

10/18/2022  Windstar Cruises Partners with Coral Gardeners in Tahiti
MIAMI, FL, October 18, 2022 – The three-year partnership begins this month with Windstar’s $35,000 donation to Coral Gardeners to adopt coral for all guests sailing with Windstar in French Polynesia for the remainder of 2022.

10/05/2022  Windstar Cruises Unveils New Shipboard Mural from Miami Artists we are nice'n easy
MIAMI, FL – Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises is thrilled to debut the first of three onboard murals as part of a collaboration with Miami-based Fountainhead Arts.

09/28/2022  Windstar Announces Chefs for 2023 James Beard Foundation® Culinary Themed Cruises
MIAMI, FL - The trio of acclaimed visiting chefs include D.C.’s Jerome Grant; New York’s Ayesha Nurdjaja; and Boston’s Tracy Chang.

09/23/2022  Hotel Service Fees to Increase on January 1, 2023
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises will implement a rate increase for its Hotel Service Charges on cruises embarking on or after January 1, 2023.

08/23/2022  Windstar Cruises Adds Arabia to 2023/2024 Sailing Schedule
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises’ small ships are known for sailing to luxurious and off-the-beaten-path ports around the world. The full breadth of sailings is highlighted best in their new brochure, available to order or access online today, including the line’s newest offering: cruises to the Red Sea and Persian Gulf – a first for the luxury cruise line.

08/18/2022  Windstar Cruises Eliminates Pre-Cruise COVID-19 Tests
MIAMI, FL – Windstar Cruises has revised its COVID-19 protocols and procedures which will go into effect for cruises departing on or after Sept. 6, 2022.

08/09/2022  Beach Fun & Sun: Windstar Cruises Reveals New Caribbean and Central America Cruises
MIAMI, FL – Windstar Cruises has just the thing to shake off the winter blahs. The small ship cruise line has drawn up a new beach bum’s delight of an itinerary beginning winter of 2023. Beach Fun & Sun: A Remote Caribbean Getaway has seven days on some of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean including stops in St. Maarten, Antigua, St. Barts, Anguilla, Jost Van Dyke (overnight), Virgin Gorda, and Tortola.

08/04/2022  Windstar Cruises Promotes Dianna Rom to Senior Director of Sales
U.S. headquartered Windstar Cruises has promoted Dianna Rom to senior director of sales, leading the domestic and international sales team for the Windstar brand.

06/30/2022  Windstar Cruises Celebrates New Miami Office
MIAMI, FL - Windstar Cruises celebrated its new headquarters office in Doral, Miami with a party yesterday. The line moved its office across the country from Seattle, WA, where it had been previously headquartered.

06/20/2022  Windstar Celebrates 35 Years in the Tropical Paradise of Tahiti
MIAMI, FL – Star Breeze will sail on additional itineraries in Tahiti in October and year-round beginning in 2024

06/09/2022  Windstar Cruises’ Reimagined Star Pride Makes Debut in Greece
Star Pride is the third and final of Windstar’s Star Plus Class yachts to emerge from Italy’s Fincantieri shipyard following a complex lengthening and transformation project.

05/17/2022  Windstar Cruises Cancels Asia and Adds Tahiti Sailings
MIAMI, FL, Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has cancelled its scheduled cruises in Asia for fall of 2022, citing the continued uncertainty regarding ports reopening in the region.

04/27/2022  Windstar Cruises Partners with Miami Arts Organization Fountainhead Arts for Shipboard Murals
Windstar Cruises has partnered with Fountainhead Arts to commission local artists to paint murals on each of the three Star Plus Class yachts, as well as in Windstar’s new Miami office opening June, 2022.

04/05/2022  Windstar Cruises Hires New Northeast Regional Sales Manager
SEATTLE, WA, U.S. headquartered Windstar Cruises has hired Meg Daly as the small ship cruise line’s new Northeast regional sales manager.

02/25/2022  Windstar Cruises Cancels Black Sea Itineraries
SEATTLE, WA, In response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, small-ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has cancelled all sailings and cruise tours in the Black Sea region and will change its Baltic itineraries to replace calls in St. Petersburg, Russia with calls in a non-Russian port. Guests and travel advisors will be notified of the changes.

02/03/2022  Windstar Cruises Hires New Director of Revenue Planning
SEATTLE, WA, U.S. headquartered Windstar Cruises has hired Cristienne (Cris) De Souza as the small ship cruise line’s director of revenue planning.

01/20/2022  Announcing Guest Chefs for James Beard Foundation Cruises
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises has announced the full lineup of James Beard Foundation-affiliated guest chefs for its series of three themed culinary cruises in 2022.

01/03/2022  Windstar Cruises’ Wave Season Offer is a Choice of Free Easy Stays Hotel Package or Onboard Credit
U.S. headquartered Windstar Cruises has released its deal for the annual phenomenon known as Wave Season, when companies roll out their best offers for the first few months of the year. It is arguably the best time for booking a cruise vacation and typically is when the majority of travelers plan their vacation for the year ahead.

2021 Press Releases

12/13/2021  Windstar Cruises Names Karl Gulotta Corporate Executive Chef
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises has hired Karl Gulotta as its new corporate executive chef. The leading line in small ship cruises places a distinct emphasis on an elevated culinary experience and sources ingredients locally whenever possible.

12/7/2021  Windstar Cruises Launches New Ad Campaign and Holiday Sale
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises launched its new ad campaign today touting that “The Wind and Stars Know the Way.” 12 Ways of Windstar holiday sale runs 12/14-28.

11/16/2021  Windstar Cruises Adds All-Inclusive Pricing for Luxury of Choice
SEATTLE, WA, U.S. headquartered Windstar Cruises is changing the way it sells cruises. Previously the small ship line had a base cruise fare, with an option to add things like alcohol, gratuities, and other onboard services on top.

10/19/2021  Windstar Cruises Signs Lease on New Miami Office Headquarters
SEATTLE, WA/MIAMI, FL, Windstar Cruises has officially found its new home in Miami, the epicenter of the cruise industry.

10/14/2021  Twice the Tahiti: Windstar Cruises Now Has Two Yachts in French Polynesia
PAPEETE, TAHITI, U.S. headquartered Windstar Cruises now has two of its six yachts in French Polynesia, making it the biggest small ship cruise line in the region.

10/13/2021  Windstar Cruises Takes Delivery of Star Pride
PALERMO, ITALY, Pride is the third and final all-suite Star Plus Class yacht to emerge from a multi-year, $250 million renovation project.

9/27/2021  Windstar's Reimagined Star Legend Makes Debut
SEATTLE, WA, The all-suite Star Plus Class Star Legend makes its debut today, sailing from Lisbon on a ten-day voyage to Barcelona.

9/7/2021  Windstar Reveals Clues to a Massive Treasure
SEATTLE, WA, Award-winning small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises is about to reveal the clues to a massive treasure hunt, running September 10-October 1.

8/16/2021  Windstar Cruises and James Beard Foundation Strengthen Partnership
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises has renewed and strengthened its relationship as the Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation.

8/10/2021  Announcing New 79-Day Grand European Cruise
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises today announced the longest itinerary ever offered by the award-winning small ship cruise line.

8/8/2021  Wind Surf Resumes Operations
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises' flagship, the largest sailing ship in the world, returned to cruising today through the Mediterranean.

8/5/2021  Stijn Creupelandt Named Vice President of Hotel Operations and Product Development
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises has chosen the 20-year veteran to take charge of overall leadership, management, and operation of the guest experience.

7/16/2021  Windstar Resumes Sailing In Tahiti
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises has resumed cruising in French Polynesia/the Islands of Tahiti with vaccinated guests + crew aboard the line’s 148-passenger Wind Spirit sailing yacht.

6/22/2021  Windstar Resumes Cruising
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises resumed cruising operations on June 19 as the sailing yacht Wind Star tours the Greek Isles.

6/9/2021  Windstar Expands Travel Professionals Team
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises expands its Star Promise commitment and high-level of sales support and service to travel advisors

5/21/2021  Star Legend Delivered
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises’ President Chris Prelog officially received Star Legend back from the Fincantieri shipyard in Palermo, Italy.

5/5/2021  Windstar Celebrates Travel Advisor Appreciation Day
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises announces Send Your Travel Advisor on a Cruise Vacation Contest for Travel Advisor Apppreciation Day

3/22/2021  Windstar Adds New Marketing Tools For Travel Advisors
SEATTLE, WA, Travel Advisors can sign up for two new tools free via Windstar's Travel Advisor Hub.

1/26/2021  Windstar Outlines New Sailings Through May 2023
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar annoucnes fresh itineraries, transformed ships, and updated Health & Safety Protocols.

1/5/2021  Windstar Launches Wave Sale January 5
SEATTLE, WA, The Sail Small, Live Large With Big Perks offer lets travelers choose from a set of complimentary perks plus a reduced deposit of 5%.

2020 Press Releases

12/14/2020 Windstar Cruises Return to Sailing in May + Launch of Bon Voyage 2020 Holiday Sale
SEATTLE, WA, Newly transformed Star Breeze redelpoyed to Caribbean starting in May, 2021. Also announcing launch of Bon Voyage 2020 Sale.

11/16/2020 Windstar Cruises Offers New Promotion to Islands of Tahiti
SEATTLE, WA, Air+hotel+cruise bundle now includes free drinks.

8/4/2020 Windstar Cruises Goes Digital with 2021/2022 Small Ship Cruise Brochure
SEATTLE, WA, The new Voyage Collection brochure that details and brings to life the cruise line’s 2021 through spring 2022 sailings and cruise tours

7/14/2020 Windstar Cruises Retrofits Fleet with HEPA filters and UV-C Light; Partners with University of Colorado’s Anschutz Medical Center
SEATTLE, WA, To address health concerns brought on by the pandemic, Windstar Cruises has committed to a holistic Beyond Ordinary Care program.

5/29/2020 Windstar Cruises Announces New 2021 Small Ship Cruise Schedule
SEATTLE, WA, “Save Now & Sail Later” Offer Begins May 29, 2020

5/19/2020 Windstar Cruises Plans to Resume Cruising in September 2020
SEATTLE, WA, Wind Spirit returns to cruising in Tahiti first, followed by other yachts later in 2020/2021.

5/6/2020 Windstar Cruises Appreciates Travel Advisors Now More than Ever
SEATTLE, WA, Windstar Cruises is making a major change to its travel agent commission policy as well as announcing the return of a favorite promotion for travel advisors.

3/12/2020 Windstar Cruises Pauses Ship Operations Worldwide Due to Coronavirus Pandemic
SEATTLE, WA – Small ship cruise operator Windstar Cruises announced today that the company will temporarily suspend operations worldwide for cruises embarking March 14 through April 30, 2020 due to the unpredictable environment surrounding the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

2/27/2020 Windstar Cruises Creates New Travel Assurance Booking Policy
Seattle, WA - A new Travel Assurance Booking Policy acknowledges the challenge of booking vacations in advance and aims to allay travelers’ concerns about losing money due to unexpected illness or other world events.

1/28/2020 Windstar Unveils New Officer’s Suite on Wind Surf
Seattle, WA - The nautically appointed suite on the five-masted schooner (the largest sailing cruise ship in the world) is located directly behind the Bridge, in an area labeled “crew only.”

1/22/2020 Windstar Unveils Cuadro 44 by Anthony Sasso
Seattle, WA - The new onboard restaurant Cuadro 44 by Anthony Sasso will make its debut in May 2020 on Star Breeze, followed later in 2020 on sister ships Star Legend and Star Pride.

1/20/2020 Windstar Cuts First Steel for Star Pride
Seattle, WA - The new section is part of the line’s $250 Million Star Plus Initiative.

1/14/2020 Windstar Cruises to Support Reach the World
Seattle, WA - Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has announced a pilot program with New York-based nonprofit Reach the World to bring destinations around the world into underserved K-12 classrooms through virtual exchange.

1/07/2020 Windstar Wins Big With Travel Weekly, Condé Nast Traveler, USA Today
Seattle, WA - Windstar wins “Best Cruise Line (under 500 berths)” designation at the 17th Annual Travel Weekly Readers’ Choice Awards, makes Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List for Best Cruise Ships in the World and placed #1 for Best Boutique Cruise Line in USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice awards.

1/02/2020 Announcing 'Wave Season'
Seattle, WA - Windstar’s “Pick Your Perk” savings for wave season, beginning January 7