On June 3rd Star Breeze floated out and transferred to wet dock for the completion of her stretch project adding 50 suites, two new restaurants, a larger pool and deck, World Spa by Windstar and other expanded public areas. Further work is required on the upper decks plus outfitting for suites and public areas. With […]
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On March 12, Windstar Cruises ceased embarking guests as the COVID-19 pandemic spread worldwide. By March 15, all guests had disembarked Windstar’s ships and crew stayed on board as the company worked to find places to dock or anchor our ships. As the pandemic evolved over the next few weeks and months, it became clear
When you look up at the tens of thousands of feet of sails flying from the tall masts of Windstar Cruises’ sailing yachts, think of the 2nd officer in charge, the Officer of Sails. On Wind Star, Wind Spirit and Wind Surf, the glorious sails unfurl at the push of buttons on million-dollar computers –
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We are taking our cruise culinary program to the next level with a new Windstar Spanish Restaurant named Cuadro 44 by Anthony Sasso in partnership with the renowned chef. One of the youngest chefs to be recognized by the Michelin Guide, and celebrated guest chef at the James Beard House, Sasso promises a menu of
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We cut our ship in half! On October 17, sparking cutting torch in hand, Windstar Cruises President John Delaney made the final cut to the hull of Star Breeze as Windstar’s lengthening project got into full swing at Fincantieri’s Shipyard in Palermo Italy. It was a thrilling day full of amazing accomplishments for everyone involved.
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On September 5th, 2019 at Fincantieri’s shipyard, in Palermo, Italy, Christopher Prelog, Vice President of Fleet Operations for Seattle-based Windstar Cruises, pushed the button which activated the torch to make the first cut in the new steel that will become the newly-constructed mid-section of Star Legend cruise ship. This is the second of three new
On April 2nd, 2019 at Fincantieri’s shipyard “Arsenale Triestino San Marco”, in Trieste, Italy, John Gunner, Vice President of Expansion Projects for Windstar Cruises, pushed the button which activated the torch to make the first cut in the new steel that will become the first of three new ships sections as part of Windstar’s $250
In September 2017, the tiny island of Barbuda was hit by Hurricane Irma, a devastating Category 5 storm. Two weeks later it was hit again by Hurricane Jose. More than 90 percent of the island was destroyed. Of the estimated 1,800 people that lived in Barbuda prior to the storms, only about 1,000 residents have
We make sure you don’t miss a beat of adventure on land and the high seas by curating everything the minute you arrive at the airport to the day you set sail for home. Our extended Easy Stays experience features hand-selected, luxurious accommodations, superior rooms, and exceptional service at some of the most distinguished hotels
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We couldn’t be more excited about Windstar Cruises $250 Million Star Plus Initiative. Not only will the three Star-Class vessels’ engines be completely replaced, but we will add stunning new guest spaces including a new restaurant. So we wanted to give you an exclusive insight into this process with our newly appointed Vice President of
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Charting a course to success in the cruise and maritime industry, the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service has been presented to Captain Belinda Bennett of Windstar Cruises, as ‘the first black female captain in the commercial cruise industry.’ Captain Bennett was given the award for services to the promotion of the maritime sector under
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Producing the Windstar Voyage Collection brochure (affectionately known as the “Atlas” internally) is no joke. It takes months and months of planning and execution, so all the details are just right. Not to mention that it has to look inviting and have fresh content. We spoke with the team to get an idea of what
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Star Breeze entered Setubal shipyard, South of Lisbon on the 7th of April for a scheduled one-week dry dock. As with all dry dock periods, it was a very busy week on the Breeze; the entire Bridge System was removed and replaced including the RADAR antennas, works were conducted in the Engine Room to keep
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Descending dragons and 1,000 cascading pearls – the legend that surrounds the creation of majestic Halong Bay suggest drama, beauty, and enchantment. And although the legend may have little more substance than the ribbons of mist which descend here at dawn the drama, beauty and enchantment are VERY real. Why We Choose Vietnam To Shoot
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Our beautiful Star Legend just completed an extensive dry dock in Sembawang, Singapore. Marine Hotel Superintendent Theresa Rasmussen reports that work was done on all areas of the ship and special retrofits to the ship in preparation of our new Windstar Signature Expeditions program for the upcoming Alaska season, including: Upgrading eight public restrooms Refreshing
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As the clock resets a new year at the stroke of midnight, new experiences eagerly beckon travelers to discover lands not yet known to them. We asked our favorite fans their travel resolutions for 2018, see if your plans match up with your fellow Windstar cruisers. Wise Words to Sail By To feel free…..the open
