Postcards from Northern Greece

It’s breakfast alfresco, full service or buffet-style, anytime till 9:30 a.m. No need to hurry. Again, the choices are many in Veranda. Choose the sumptuous, seemingly endless buffet. Or, order from the lunch menu between noon and 2:30 p.m.

Here’s the perfect place for a romantic tête-a-tête under the stars in Candles, Windstar’s signature outdoor restaurant transformed by night into a dreamlike paradise. Delectable cuisine, memorable surroundings, inspired wine pairings.

You’ll find all your traditional grilled and barbecued favorites (and discover new dishes from around the world) in our new casual outdoor restaurant. 

Step into Basil + Bamboo, where clean lines and warm accents set the stage for a relaxed, refined experience. Savor dishes that fuse Asian influences with a Mediterranean twist — an inventive culinary adventure designed to delight your palate and create moments of shared discovery.

We’re Taking Travelers to a Different Alaska

Introducing the Signature Expeditions program. Helmed by a team of on board expedition experts who sail with the cruise the entire time, they’ll provide more insight, understanding, and commentary to show you an Alaska you’ve never seen before. Consisting of naturalists, glaciologists, historians and more, this team of experts will also lead guided tours, sometimes directly from the ship to some of the most remote areas of the Alaskan frontier.

Each once-in-a-lifetime experience will leave you hungry for more of the real flavors of Alaska. Book your Alaska voyage and Signature Expeditions today.

“Set Sail with the Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation “

It’s the perfect pairing. Windstar Cruises and the James Beard Foundation are partnered to bring you culinary experiences that are 180 degrees from ordinary. Through this program, Windstar works with the James Beard Foundation to bring together some of the most talented chefs on themed cruises and in our dining program.

Imagine dining on dishes created by not just one celebrity chef, but a list of all-stars with the likes of Maxime Bilet (The Cooking Lab), Evan Hanzcor (Egg), and José Mendín (Pubbelly Noodle Bar, Habitat, Baja Bao) every single night in our main Amphora dining room. For a truly beyond ordinary experience, join us on our themed cruises featuring James Beard Foundation chefs and beverage experts: a foodie’s dream with dishes created by the chefs themselves and chef-accompanied market tours. And learn their secrets as you watch demos of their recipes on every sailing.

The James Beard Foundation was created to recognize and celebrate the chefs, writers and restaurateurs who advance America’s culinary arts. This emphasis on innovation and excellence pairs perfectly with Windstar’s superior service, intimate ambiance and drive to constantly innovate its cuisine. The James Beard Foundation nominates and chooses winners of the James Beard Awards, referred to as the Oscars of the restaurant industry.

As the Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation, we’re able to work with over 20 of the best chefs to create the extraordinary dishes on our nightly menu and in our culinary demos. Windstar is celebrating the 10th anniversary of our partnership in 2025. To mark this special occasion, we’re thrilled to announce the return of several beloved chefs who have sailed with us in the past.

The Best on Land Brought to You by the Best at Sea

Get to the heart of local cultures with Windstar shore excursions.Choose from over 2,000 one-of-a-kind tours and activities.

You don’t want to just dip a toe in local culture, you want to dive into the deep end, and that’s exactly what Windstar shore excursions are designed to do. All of our excursions are created to provide authentic local experience — the kind travelers like you are looking for. And with more than 2,000 excursions to choose from, you can experience your destination in whatever way is most meaningful to you. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, a foodie, a history buff or someone who loves to get to know the faces behind the many places we travel.

We make sure the hot springs are hot and the pinot grigio is chilled.How do we find these authentic experiences, you ask? Our Product Development Team travels to each destination and personally vet each shore excursion to make sure it makes the grade (So yes, the Open Course Canopy Challenge in Falmouth Harbour, Antigua? They went on that). And because we travel in small groups, we can adjust tours in real time based on guest feedback, whether that means finding a different place for lunch, or spending more time at a particularly fascinating historical site. We take the time and make the trip because we want your travels to be unforgettable.

Immersion in Regional Culture

Local guides share insight into their everyday world, as well as insider highlights that you don’t want to miss. As part of a smaller group, you’re able to bypass long lines, visit places off the beaten path, and get all of your questions personally answered.

Private Tours Available

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. These exclusive tours allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the sites most interesting to you in the comfort and privacy of your own car or van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your own unique tour. This is a great option for families and groups traveling together.

Quality and Convenience

Every Windstar excursion meets our high standards of enjoyment, safety and professionalism. Tour departure times coincide with your ship’s schedule and depart right from the pier. All of our tour operators are fully insured, licensed and bonded. Our guests consistently rate their shore excursion experiences as excellent.

Jump in For Fun

A cruise to Tahiti, the Mediterranean or the Caribbean isn’t just about the land. It’s about the sea. That warm, turquoise water is more than willing to answer your question about what to do today, and the phenomenal Watersports Platform on the stern of your Windstar yacht is more than willing to provide the means — no beach required. It’s just one more way our yachts get you closer to your destination.

Complimentary Watersports Equipment and Activities Include*:

Snorkeling gear (a personal custom-fit set for your use throughout your Tahiti cruise and in select Caribbean and Central • America destinations)

Stand-up paddleboards

Kayaks

Foam flotation magic carpet

Water trampoline

Sailboat

*Available on select itineraries and ports of call. Selection on yachts may vary.

Stop by the Yacht Club Café for a bite or coffee crafted by our barista.

The Lounge can be found on Deck 5.

We’re the only cruise line welcoming guests on to an Open Bridge, where they can pop in to watch the Captain and crew at work, and learn about chart navigation.

The ship’s card room is now the new Star Screening Room, where guests can view current movies.

After a long day at port or sea, relax in the lounge and enjoy a drink while being entertained by our onboard band, local performers or our talented crew members.

Each cruise, our crew demonstrates their hidden abilities, whether dancing, singing, magic or comedy. Our team will continue to delight you through the night during the crew talent show, and perhaps you’ll find a hidden talent of your own. 

The Sun Deck can be located on Deck 7.

Visit our newly transformed specialty shopping boutique, Star Boutique, rolling out fleet-wide through early 2022. The new shop features quality brand-name and exclusive Star Collection merchandise, from clothing and fragrances to jewelry and accessories, all at duty free or special pricing.

New breathtaking pool and whirlpool. Soak it all in with an elevated pool, and expanded deck for sunbathing and relaxing.