In our latest update about Star Seeker – and the ship, which launches in about two months, getting really, really close – we discussed its spa and how its design is meant to emphasize relaxation and wellness. When we posted the story on Windstar Cruises’ Official Yacht Club Members and Fan Club there was such enthusiasm, and we loved this comment: “I was wondering a few things about Seeker,” posts Elliana Vera, “and now I know waiting until 2027 is a super long, long wait. I might have to try to book something sooner.”
This being a very special ship, as Windstar’s first new-build since its Wind-class vessels, it’s absolutely heartening to feel the excitement, not just amongst cruise line staffers but also from its dedicated travelers. And by all means, book an earlier voyage on Star Seeker, laughing, but there are other ways to explore the vessel (which will be identical to Star Explorer, launching in December 2026).
Beginning in January, Windstar is celebrating “meet-ups” in ports in the Canary Islands and the Caribbean where Star Seeker and other ships in the fleet happen to coincide. Depending on the meet-up, ship tours and special events are scheduled (and of course, these are limited to those who are sailing on Windstar specific vessels). There will be a sign-up process on board the ships for anyone interested in visiting another Windstar yacht. This is a great opportunity for those who only sail on the Wind-Class yachts to see the Star-Class motor yachts and vice versa.
Here’s the rundown:
Canary Islands
Ships: Star Seeker and Wind Star
Time and place: Tenerife, Canary Islands, Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Highlights: Cross ship visits to both vessels and New Years Eve Fireworks in Tenerife.
British Virgin Islands/Caribbean
Ships: Star Seeker, Wind Spirit
Time and place: Virgin Gorda Beach BBQ, Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Highlights: Passengers from both ships will mingle at Windstar’s Signature Beach BBQ on Prickly Pear Beach; guests aboard each ship can tour the other.
St. Lucia/Caribbean
Ships: Star Seeker and Star Pride (note that Wind Spirit is also in St. Lucia but docks in Castries, which is too far from Rodney Bay for ship visits).
Time and place: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, St. Lucia’s Rodney Bay
Highlights: In addition to cross-ship tours mentioned above, Star Seeker, Star Pride and Wind Spirit will depart in time for a sunset parade past St. Lucia’s distinctive, cragged Pitons (Gros Piton and Petite Piton).
St. Maarten/Caribbean
Ships: Star Seeker, Wind Surf and Wind Spirit (Seeker is visiting as a port of call; the other two ships are turning around there)
Time and place: Saturday, March 28, 2026 in St. Maarten
Highlights: Sail-away event
Antigua/Caribbean
Ships: Star Seeker and Wind Surf
Time and place: Sunday, March 29 in St. John’s, Antigua
Highlights: Cross-ship visits while both ships are docked in Antigua’s capital city.
