Windstar

Windstar Cruises is a boutique-style cruise line operating a fleet of small sailing and all‑suite yachts that carry between about 148 and 342 guests, far fewer than typical “mega‑ships.” Their intimate scale allows them to visit unique destinations, secluded coves, small ports, hidden harbours, and remote islands that larger ships can’t access. With a relaxed, elegant yet casual ambience, Windstar offers an experience close to a private yacht, ideal for travellers who want a personalized service, authenticity, and a slower‑paced, more immersive cruise rather than mass‑market crowding.

What’s Included

Accommodations: Comfortable staterooms or suites, ocean-view, with quality amenities.

Meals: All onboard dining venues are included with flexible dining times, no strict seating schedule, and a range of dining options from casual buffets to specialty à‑la‑carte restaurants.

Soft drinks, specialty coffees/teas, filtered water, and non‑alcoholic beverages.

24‑hour room service: You can dine in your cabin any time from the main dining menus.

Water‑sports & marina platform access: In select tropical/suitable itineraries includes the use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkelling gear, sometimes floating lounge platforms, etc.

Spa, wellness & fitness facilities: Spa treatments or sauna/steam/thermal‑suite access (on “Star‑Class / Star‑Plus” ships).

Entertainment & onboard ambience: Live music, lounges, relaxed yacht‑style social spaces, casual elegant dress code (no strict formal nights), intimate vibe.

Flexibility & personal service: Small guest count means service is more personal, crew‑to‑guest ratio is high, and more attentive service compared to large cruise ships.

What to Know

Small‑ship intimacy & personalized service: With 148–342 guests per ship, expect fewer crowds, more space per passenger, and a personal touch. 

Port‑intensive & boutique itineraries: Windstar reaches ports and secluded harbours that large cruise ships can’t, a big advantage if your clients value unique destinations, less‑touristed locations, and off‑the‑beaten‑path charm.

Flexible dining and relaxed ambience: No strict dining schedule, dine when you want, with whom you want. The dress code is casual‑elegant; no formal nights needed. Great for travellers who dislike formalities and enjoy freedom.

Option to choose “base‑fare only” or “all‑in” package: Depending on the traveller’s budget and preferences, they can go with a simpler cruise experience (meals + soft drinks + basics) or pay for the All‑Inclusive fare to cover drinks, Wi‑Fi, gratuities, giving flexibility based on what they expect to consume.

Balanced comfort & adventure: For those who want more than a floating hotel but less than a hardcore expedition. Water‑sports, spa, seaside lounges + small‑ship freedom + access to unique ports.

Best For

Couples, mature travellers, or small groups who prefer calm, elegance, and thoughtful service over large‑ship hustle.

Travellers who prefer calm, elegance, authenticity over mass‑market cruise “resort” vibes: If you want a yacht‑style cruise, mellow, cultural, refined, flexible, Windstar is a strong fit.