About Windstar Cruises
180° From Ordinary
"For over four decades, Windstar Cruises has been reimagining small-ship cruising with a distinctive blend of relaxed luxury and genuine connection to the world’s most captivating destinations. From its origins with motor sailing yachts tailored for upscale yet casual travel, Windstar has grown into a diverse fleet of four Star Class all-suite yachts—including its newest addition of Star Seeker in December 2025—and three Wind Class sailing yachts, offering voyages that are both intimate and inspiring. Its highly anticipated yacht, Star Explorer, is set to debut in December 2026, expanding the fleet to eight yachts accommodating 150-350 guests. Windstar’s legendary Wind Class sailing yachts are also undergoing a meticulous two-phase redesign to be completed by 2027. Windstar yachts sail to more than 330 ports across Europe, the Caribbean, Costa Rica and the Panama Canal, Alaska, Canada and New England, Japan, the South Pacific, and Asia. Unlike most cruise lines, Windstar sails year-round in the Mediterranean and Tahiti, offering different destination experiences seasonally. Each Windstar voyage is designed to immerse guests in authentic cultural experiences, all while delivering the comfort, service, and style that define the Windstar difference.
Windstar Cruises is proud to be part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, a distinguished group of global hospitality and travel companies with a legacy spanning over a hundred years. Xanterra operates iconic national parks, including Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Glacier, and Death Valley. The Xanterra Travel Collection® is owned by The Anschutz Corporation, the ultimate owner of the Broadmoor, Sea Island, and entertainment giant AEG, Anschutz Entertainment Group."
Our Mission & Vision
Mission: We imagine and deliver personalized and immersive experiences 180° from ordinary.
Vision: Enriching people's perspective through inspired travel.
United States Tour Operators Association
Windstar Cruises, as an Active Member of USTOA, is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of Windstar Cruises’ customers in the unlikely event of Windstar Cruises bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by Windstar Cruises may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments received by Windstar Cruises. More details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801, New York, New York 10001, or by email to or by visiting their website at https://ustoa.com/.
Meet Our Parent Company
Windstar Cruises is proud to be an affiliate of Xanterra Travel Collection, one of the world’s most environmentally responsible travel and hospitality companies. Recognized globally for extraordinary travel experiences which are gentle to our environment, Xanterra is proud to be a member of World Wildlife Fund’s respected Climate Savers program. Windstar is part of Xanterra’s Resorts, Cruise, and Tour division, which also includes Holiday Vacations, Country Walkers, and VBT Bicycling and Walking Vacations. To explore Xanterra’s award-winning travel experiences, including lodges throughout our National Park System, visit their website.
