Launched
1986Tonnage
5,703Length
360 ftcrew
90Capacity
148Wind Star is a luxury sailing yacht with four sails standing at over 60-metres in height. She offers space aboard for upwards of 100-guests and her facilities include a casino, whirlpool and library.
Wind Star has over 70 cabins. These are neatly decorated with bright coloured interiors and teakwood bathrooms, they are all equipped with every electronic device a real cruise ship could offer including a CD player and rotating TV’s that permits viewing from every corner of the room. There is plenty of storage space and an operating friendly 24 hours room service.
American nouvelle cuisine is served at the only dining restaurant room with sea views and dishes elegantly decorated by well-known chefs Joachim Splichal and Jeanne Jones. For romantic dinners, there is always grilled meat and seafood served under the stars on the ship’s deck or order, which has been introduced recently and called “Cuisine de l’Amour,” a delightful menu for two served straight to your cabins with candles included at no extra charge.
As with the other vessels that make up Windstar Cruises‘ fleet. activities on Wind Star are limited but the exciting offshore excursions do really make up for those walks on the decks that big cruise ship offer which make this vessel an ideal alternative for couples and friends that enjoy sails cruising and privacy on the ship.
Wind Star Accommodation
Total 74 all have sea view
Owners suite
Staterooms
STATEROOMS
All categories contain the following and are stylishly decorated
Several staterooms have interconnecting doors ideal for families
- Queen size beds (some convert into twin beds)
- Two portholes with deadlight (to make the cabin dark)
- Cupboard and drawers
- Flat-screen TV CD/ DVD player
- Vanity desk with mirror
- Stocked mini-bar (extra charge for more drinks)
- Bathroom with plenty of storage
- Wall-fixed hairdryer
- Circular shower unit with fixed and handheld shower
- Toiletries/vanity kit/shower cap by L’Occitane
- Bathrobes and towels 100% cotton
- Personal safe
- 24-hour room service
- Basket of fruit (re-filled daily)
SUITES also include
- Living area with sofa, chairs and table
- Bathroom with shower and bath
Wind Star Dining Options
The Restaurant is the only main dining room on the cruise yacht. You can enjoy open dining for all meals and enjoy the scenery through large windows and sit in an authentic small shipping style room with wooden panels. Meals each day will be created by two master chefs: Joachim Splichal and Jeanne Jones.
Also at times on the upper deck for a casual meal and to enjoy a pleasant nights sky there will be an option to have plates of grilled seafood, steaks and salads etc.
At the bars at cocktail times hot and cold hors d’oeuvres will be served.
A romantic meal in your cabin is a speciality of the ship “Cusine de L’Amour” served with a candle and several courses. This is at no extra cost.
Wind Star Entertainment
The main lounge has a small casino area and dance floor, which the ship’s trio will play easy listening music to enjoy a quiet drink or dance if the mood takes you. The lounge will be the venue for onboard cocktail parties and any social functions. Onboard there is the aim to get away from lots of noisy entertainment as this is a cruising experience to get away and enjoy quieter relaxing activities. It is more a ship to enjoy your partners and friends company by walking on deck, enjoying a drink under the stars or watching a DVD in your cabin.
Wind Star Facilities
- Gymnasium with some machines and sauna
- Beauty spa treatment rooms (which can be arranged on booking)
- Spa operated by Steiner Leisure
- Water-sports platform offering kayaking, sailing, windsurfing, diving and snorkelling equipment and speed boating
- Small swimming pool
For more information on Wind Star, please call our Voyage Consultants on 0800 008 6677 or make an online enquiry for your preferred sailing.
Additional Information
Stateroom
Every inch of your stateroom is designed for comfort. Luxurious Egyptian cotton linens wrap you in pleasant sleepiness as you stretch out in your queen bed (can be separated into twins if you prefer). Your spacious bath features granite counter tops, ample storage, and a roomy shower with massage shower head. L’Occitane® bath products invite you to indulge, while comfy waffle-weave robe and slippers entice you to relax. You’ll find fresh fruit and flowers always waiting for you after a day of sun or sightseeing. And, of course, everything else you need and expect — flat-screen television and DVD, private safe. And always at your fingertips, anything you wish from room service.
Deluxe Stateroom
Every inch of your stateroom is designed for comfort. Luxurious Egyptian cotton linens wrap you in pleasant sleepiness as you stretch out in your queen bed (can be separated into twins if you prefer). Your spacious bath features granite counter tops, ample storage, and a roomy shower with massage shower head. L’Occitane® bath products invite you to indulge, while comfy waffle-weave robe and slippers entice you to relax. You’ll find fresh fruit and flowers always waiting for you after a day of sun or sightseeing. And, of course, everything else you need and expect — flat-screen television and DVD, private safe. And always at your fingertips, anything you wish from room service.
Owner’s Suite
With an expansive 220 square feet, the Owner’s Suite gives you everything offered in a stateroom, plus lots more, including a beautiful sitting area and separate in-room dining space.