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Star Explorer
First launched
2026
First launched
Passengers
224
Passengers
Ports Visited
77
Ports visited
Cruises from $409 per day
$409
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of Star Explorer
9,923
Gross Tonnage

Star Explorer Cruises

Star Explorer – small-ship discovery with space to unwind

Star Explorer brings Windstar’s relaxed yacht-style cruising into a new chapter, with her first sailing season beginning in December 2026. Purposefully small and all-suite, she is designed for travellers who prefer a more personal way to explore, where the ship feels easy to settle into and the destination always stays close. With just 112 suites, generous ocean-facing spaces and the calm atmosphere Windstar is known for Star Explorer offers a thoughtful alternative to larger resort-style ships.

On board, Star Explorer is shaped around the quiet pleasures of small-ship travel. Nearly all suites feature either a private veranda or a floor-to-ceiling infinity window, giving guests a constant connection to the sea, whether they are easing into the morning or returning from a day ashore. The ship also introduces upgraded amenities and Basil + Bamboo, a new specialty restaurant that adds fresh variety to Windstar’s dining experience.

Her appeal lies in the balance between comfort and access.

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Days feel unhurried, service feels personal, and the ship’s intimate scale creates an atmosphere where guests can connect naturally with the journey, the crew and each destination. For travellers who value open views, relaxed dining and a more considered pace at sea, Star Explorer is a welcoming new addition to the Windstar fleet.

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Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 2026
Number of decks: 6
Tonnage: 9923
Cabins: 112
Passengers: 224
Number of crew: 0
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    • Onboard entertainment, including local performances in most regions
    • Fully equipped water-sports platform and use of all water-sports equipment (weather and port dependant)
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining
    • Dining on the Star Explorer
    • Dining on the Star Explorer

    Dining aboard Star Explorer reflects Windstar’s relaxed, small-ship style, where meals feel personal, sociable and connected to the pleasure of travel. One of the most anticipated additions is Basil + Bamboo, a new specialty restaurant created especially for Star Explorer. This gives another inviting option on board, adding fresh variety to Windstar’s dining experience.

    The ship’s smaller scale helps dining feel easy rather than crowded.

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    This means you can look forward to meals that move naturally with the day, from casual breakfasts before exploring to relaxed dinners after sunset. For those who see dining as part of the journey, Star Explorer offers a setting where good food, good company and a sense of place can come together beautifully.

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  • Bars
    • Bar on the Star Explorer

    The bars and lounges aboard Star Explorer will form part of the ship’s relaxed social heart, giving you welcoming places to gather before dinner, share stories from the day or enjoy a quiet drink as evening settles in. Windstar’s yacht-style approach means the mood is likely to feel easy and familiar, with spaces that encourage conversation rather than formality.

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    Whether you are looking for a pre-dinner cocktail, a glass of wine after a day ashore or a comfortable spot to watch the horizon, Star Explorer is designed for lingering. The smaller scale of the ship helps create a warm onboard atmosphere, where evenings feel personal, relaxed and naturally social.

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  • Entertainment

    Entertainment aboard Star Explorer is intimate, relaxed and well matched to Windstar’s yacht-style atmosphere. Rather than large-scale spectacle, the mood is more about easy evenings, conversation, music and the pleasure of being at sea.

    After dinner, the ship offers space to unwind at your own pace. Some nights may call for a drink with new friends, others for a peaceful moment under the stars or time enjoying the view as the ship sails on.

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    Star Explorer’s charm lies in that sense of freedom, allowing each evening to feel effortless and unhurried.

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  • Activities
    • Activities on the Star Explorer

    Life aboard Star Explorer is expected to follow Windstar’s unhurried rhythm, with days shaped by the destination, the sea and the simple pleasure of being on a smaller ship. Rather than overwhelming guests with constant activity, Windstar’s style gives you space to choose how each day unfolds. You might spend the morning watching the coastline from an open deck, join a relaxed onboard activity, or return from shore and settle into a quiet corner before dinner.

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    Star Explorer’s intimate scale will suit guests who enjoy meaningful travel over busy schedules. With fewer guests on board than larger cruise ships, the atmosphere feels more personal and easy to navigate. It is a style of cruising made for travellers who like to explore deeply, unwind properly and feel connected to the places they visit.

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  • Health & Fitness
    • Fitness on the Star Explorer

    Wellness on Star Explorer is all about slowing down and making the most of time at sea. After a full day exploring ashore, the spa and wellness experience offers a welcome change of pace. It is a chance to pause, reset and return to the rhythm of the voyage feeling refreshed. On a ship this intimate, those quieter moments become part of the pleasure, giving each sailing a sense of calm that lingers long after you step back on deck.

  • Kids

    Windstar Cruises is unable to accommodate any children under the age of 8 years. Star Explorer is best suited to adults, couples and mature travellers who appreciate smaller ships, quieter spaces and destination-focused cruising. While Windstar welcomes guests across generations, the onboard experience is not built around large children’s facilities or high-energy family attractions.

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    For families with older children or young adults who enjoy travel, culture and a calmer pace, Star Explorer may still be a rewarding choice. The ship’s appeal is in its intimacy, comfort and access to memorable destinations, making it better suited to travellers who value the journey itself as much as the activities on board.

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  • Inclusions
    • All main meals on-board
    • At sea cellular service (pay provider)
    • Captain’s welcome cocktail party
    • Cruise Director & all English speaking staff
    • Destination seminars and/or lectures
    • Entertainment: live music, shows, library, DVDs, port lecture
    • Gourmet dining for all meals
    • In-cabin dining at no charge
    • Internet access & satellite phone (most vessels)
    • Open seating for dining
    • PCs with Internet access
    • Ship-shore-ship transfers
    • Shipwide WiFi & mobile phone access (pay)
    • Special needs requests & service animals allowed
    • Specialty coffee, tea, bottled water, juices & snacks 24 hrs
    • Use of ship facilities - indoor & outdoor
    • Water sports equipment & marina platform

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Cabins

Accommodation aboard Star Explorer is all-suite, giving every guest a generous private space to return to after days spent exploring. With 112 spacious suites, the ship has been designed around comfort and ease, creating a quiet retreat that suits longer journeys as well as shorter escapes. Nearly all suites include either a full private veranda or a floor-to-ceiling infinity window, bringing fresh air, natural light and ocean views into the heart of the experience.

Enjoy the pleasure of waking to changing views, lingering over a morning coffee in your own space, or easing into the evening before dinner. For those who appreciate the privacy of a suite but still want the warmth of a small ship, Star Explorer offers accommodation that feels comfortable, open and beautifully suited to yacht-style cruising.

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  • OCEANVIEW SUITES
    OCEANVIEW SUITES on the Star Explorer OCEANVIEW SUITES on the Star Explorer

    Cabin Types

    VVB, OV

    Size: 268 sq. ft.Located on deck 7, this 268-square-foot suite welcomes you with stylish comfort and stunning ocean views. Relax on your queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) or lounge in the nearby living area. The outdoor space adds another 55 square feet, enough to sit outside comfortably and enjoy the breeze. In the bathroom, yoursquo;ll find a luxurious walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets.

  • VERANDA SUITES
    VERANDA SUITES on the Star Explorer VERANDA SUITES on the Star Explorer

    Cabin Types

    VSS, VS, VS1, VS2, VS3, IN, IN1, IN2, IN3

    Size: 225 sq. ft.Located at the middle of the ship, these 225-square-foot suites welcome you with stylish comfort and beautiful ocean views. Relax on your queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) or lounge in the nearby living area. The outdoor space adds another 55 square feet, enough to sit outside comfortably and enjoy the breeze. In the bathroom, yoursquo;ll find a luxurious walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets.

  • DELUXE SUITES
    DELUXE SUITES on the Star Explorer DELUXE SUITES on the Star Explorer

    Cabin Types

    CS2, CS, DS

    Size: 380 sq. ft.Step into a stylish and bright open living area with a spacious adjacent bedroom. This 380-square-foot suite welcomes you with spectacular views, courtesy of the sliding glass doors that lead out to your private balcony. The outdoor space adds another 110 square feet, enough to sit outside comfortably and enjoy the breeze. The bedroom features an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) and its own sliding glass door with balcony access, while the bathroom includes a luxurious walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets.

  • OWNERS SUITE
    OWNERS SUITE on the Star Explorer OWNERS SUITE on the Star Explorer

    Cabin Types

    OW

    Size: 548 sq. ft.This luxurious suite combines floor-to-ceiling windows and a wrap-around balcony for an unparalleled cruising experience. Perfect for evening cocktails or a private dinner, the wrap-around balcony adds 248 square feet of space and offers unobstructed views of the sea. The suite boasts a separate entryway mdash; as well as separate dining and living areas mdash; and a guest powder room. The bedroom includes an inviting king bed (convertible into two XL twin beds if desired), and the bathroom features a luxurious double walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets. For family bookings, the adjacent suite can be combined to provide extra bedrooms and space for entertaining.

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15 Jan 2027 Europe's Winter Riviera Barcelona $4531
15 Jan 2027 Star Collector: Winter In Europe's Rivieras & Croatia Barcelona $7898
22 Jan 2027 Winter Italy And The Dalmatian Coast Rome (Civitavecchia) $5302
30 Jan 2027 Carnival Of Venice: Winter Italy And The Dalmatian Coast Venice $5534
30 Jan 2027 Star Collector: Winter Mediterranean Adventure Venice $13172
30 Jan 2027 Star Collector: Winter In Europe's Rivieras & Croatia Venice $8205
07 Feb 2027 Europe's Winter Riviera Rome (Civitavecchia) $4683
07 Feb 2027 Star Collector: Winter In Spain And The Rivieras Rome (Civitavecchia) $8727
14 Feb 2027 Southern Spain Winter Escapes Barcelona $6178
23 Feb 2027 Star Collector: Winter In Spain And The Rivieras Barcelona $8519
23 Feb 2027 Southern Spain Winter Escapes Barcelona $5917
04 Mar 2027 Europe's Winter Riviera Barcelona $4683
19 Mar 2027 Winter Italy And The Dalmatian Coast Venice $5302
27 Mar 2027 Winter Italy And The Dalmatian Coast Rome (Civitavecchia) $4354
12 Apr 2027 Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast Rome (Civitavecchia) $5294
20 Apr 2027 Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast Venice $6685
28 Apr 2027 Yachtsman's Harbors Of The Rivieras Rome (Civitavecchia) $4427
05 May 2027 Star Collector: Iberian Charms & Splendors Barcelona $11104
05 May 2027 Moroccan Markets & Iberian Icons Barcelona $6639
13 May 2027 Star Collector: The Flavors Of France Lisbon $18123
13 May 2027 Connoisseur’S Delight: Northern Spain & Portugal Lisbon $7222
21 May 2027 Impressionist France Bordeaux $15409
11 Jun 2027 Star Collector: Scottish And Viking Adventure Dublin $24743
11 Jun 2027 Gaelic Explorers Dublin $11613
19 Jun 2027 Endless Days In Norway Edinburgh $19289
19 Jun 2027 Star Collector: Scandinavian And Baltic Delights Edinburgh $27599
29 Jun 2027 Seven Gems Of The Baltic Copenhagen $15176
07 Jul 2027 Seven Gems Of The Baltic Helsinki $14712
15 Jul 2027 Endless Days In Norway Copenhagen $6911
25 Jul 2027 Star Collector: Scottish And Viking Adventure Copenhagen $19292
25 Jul 2027 Endless Days In Norway Copenhagen $10506
04 Aug 2027 Gaelic Explorers Edinburgh $18743
12 Aug 2027 Star Collector: Irish Stout To Bordeaux Wine: A Tour Of Ireland & France Dublin $29968
12 Aug 2027 Circumnavigating Ireland Dublin $27536
22 Aug 2027 Star Collector: French Elegance And Spanish Flair Rouen $20531
22 Aug 2027 Star Collector: Palates & Palettes Of Northern Spain And France Rouen $14238
22 Aug 2027 French Feast: Normandy, Brittany & Aquitaine Rouen $8124
30 Aug 2027 Star Collector: Seaside Sophistication Of Spain And The French & Italian Rivieras Bordeaux $17997
30 Aug 2027 Star Collector: Iberian Charms & Splendors Bordeaux $14029
30 Aug 2027 Connoisseur’S Delight: Northern Spain & Portugal Bordeaux $8560
07 Sep 2027 Star Collector: Iberian Nights & Adriatic Delights Lisbon $16818
07 Sep 2027 Star Collector: Wonders Of Andalusia, Provence & Tuscany Lisbon $10260
07 Sep 2027 Moroccan Markets & Iberian Icons Lisbon $7857
15 Sep 2027 Yachtsman's Harbors Of The Rivieras Barcelona $4941
15 Sep 2027 Star Collector: Italian Trio Barcelona $10525
23 Sep 2027 Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast Rome (Civitavecchia) $8192
01 Oct 2027 Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast Venice $6453
09 Oct 2027 Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast Rome (Civitavecchia) $4888
17 Oct 2027 Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast Venice $4598
25 Oct 2027 Winter Italy And The Dalmatian Coast Rome (Civitavecchia) $5520
10 Nov 2027 Star Collector: Winter In Spain And The Rivieras Rome (Civitavecchia) $6881
10 Nov 2027 Europe's Winter Riviera Rome (Civitavecchia) $3700
17 Nov 2027 Southern Spain Winter Escapes Tarragona $4874
26 Nov 2027 Star Collector: Winter Mediterranean Adventure Barcelona $12656
26 Nov 2027 Star Collector: Winter In Spain And The Rivieras Barcelona $7791
26 Nov 2027 Southern Spain Winter Escapes Barcelona $5259
05 Dec 2027 Europe's Winter Riviera Tarragona $4455
05 Dec 2027 Star Collector: Winter In Europe's Rivieras & Croatia Barcelona $8439
12 Dec 2027 Winter Italy And The Dalmatian Coast Rome (Civitavecchia) $6070
20 Dec 2027 Star Collector: Winter Mediterranean Adventure Venice $11396
20 Dec 2027 Star Collector: Winter In Europe's Rivieras & Croatia Venice $7574
20 Dec 2027 Winter Italy And The Dalmatian Coast Venice $5084
28 Dec 2027 Star Collector: Winter In Spain And The Rivieras Rome (Civitavecchia) $7319
28 Dec 2027 Europe's Winter Riviera Rome (Civitavecchia) $4360
04 Jan 2028 Southern Spain Winter Escapes Barcelona Sold Out
13 Jan 2028 Star Collector: Winter Mediterranean Adventure Barcelona $10301
13 Jan 2028 Star Collector: Winter In Spain And The Rivieras Barcelona $6827
13 Jan 2028 Southern Spain Winter Escapes Barcelona Sold Out
22 Jan 2028 Star Collector: Winter In Europe's Rivieras & Croatia Barcelona $6479
22 Jan 2028 Europe's Winter Riviera Barcelona Sold Out
29 Jan 2028 Winter Italy And The Dalmatian Coast Rome (Civitavecchia) Sold Out
06 Feb 2028 Winter In Croatia & Greece Venice Sold Out
14 Feb 2028 Winter In Croatia & Greece Athens Sold Out
22 Feb 2028 Winter Italy And The Dalmatian Coast Venice Sold Out
22 Feb 2028 Star Collector: A Winter Muse In The Mediterranean Venice $9087
01 Mar 2028 Winter In Italy And The Adriatic Rome (Civitavecchia) Sold Out
09 Mar 2028 Star Collector: A Winter Muse In The Mediterranean Athens $10200
09 Mar 2028 Winter In Italy And The Adriatic Athens Sold Out
17 Mar 2028 Winter Italy And The Dalmatian Coast Rome (Civitavecchia) Sold Out
25 Mar 2028 Winter Italy And The Dalmatian Coast Venice Sold Out
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