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Windstar Cruises has unveiled its latest small ship, the Star Seeker. The debut event captured the excitement of guests and crew alike. Guests witnessed a christening ceremony filled with tradition and family involvement. The christening event celebrated Windstar’s heritage. Family members participated, adding a personal touch. Classic maritime traditions, such as the naming ceremony, delighted… Continue reading Windstar Cruises Welcomes Star Seeker into Fleet

Windstar Cruises has officially taken delivery of Star Seeker at WestSEA Shipyard in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. The 224-guest yacht becomes the first new build in Windstar’s Star Class fleet expansion programme. Importantly, Star Seeker signals a major step forward for the small-ship specialist’s next generation of cruising. Star Class Expansion Gains Momentum Star Seeker will soon be joined by… Continue reading Star Seeker Joins Windstar Fleet

Windstar Cruises has announced a complimentary All-Inclusive upgrade for select voyages departing through 31st March 2026. Guests who book by 30th September 2025 can enjoy added value and ease across a wide range of global itineraries. The upgrade includes beverages, gratuities, and Wi-Fi — a package valued at £74 per guest, per night. It’s available… Continue reading All-inclusive Upgrade on Offer from Windstar

In the glittering world of luxury superyachts, Starfire is once again capturing global attention. Following a transformative year at the renowned Abeking & Rasmussen shipyard in Germany, the 70.2-metre superyacht has made a spectacular return to the seas—more radiant and refined than ever. Formerly known as Saint Nicolas, and now Starfire she has re-emerged in February 2025 with a bold… Continue reading Starfire Shines Brighter Than Ever

Windstar’s flagship Wind Surf reveals the first stage of her refurbishment with refreshed public spaces, dining venues, and suites. The upgrades to the 342-guest sailing ship debuts amidst Wind Surf’s prime Caribbean sailing season.   Highlights of the renovation include full reimaginations of the main lobby and reception area. As well as the Yacht Club Café, Compass Rose Bar… Continue reading Wind Surf Unveils Refreshed Accommodation

Star Seeker the first new build in the Star Class for Windstar Cruises, has floated out of her building dock. She touched water for the first time at the WestSEA Shipyard in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. A float out is a maritime tradition of marking when a ship leaves dry dock and becomes waterborne for the… Continue reading Star Seeker Floats Out in Portugal

Star Clippers has announced that Grenada is to become a brand new home port for the winter 25/26 season. Their tall-ship, Star Clipper, will depart from St George’s in Grenada throughout selected itineraries in the new winter 2025/26 season. The new sailings will be of longer duration and showcase multiple brand new ports of call.… Continue reading Grenada the new home port for Star Clippers 

American Eagle is approaching her centennial birthday. She is one of the oldest vessels and longest-working schooners in the Maine Windjammer Association fleet.  Steeped in maritime history, the 125-foot gaff-rigged schooner takes guests for three- to nine-day cruises. She takes them sailing along the pristine Maine coast from May through October every year. Originally named Andrew… Continue reading American Eagle is a Maine Windjammer

Angelique is a Maine Windjammer. She is a 41 metre steel hulled ketch with dramatic, red-coloured sails.  The sailing ship carries guests sailing for days at a time cruising among the hundreds of islands off the mid-coast of Maine in the USA. Her homeport is Camden, Maine.  It is a port she shares with several… Continue reading Angelique is a Maine Windjammer

Having just completed a transatlantic sailing on board the 66 metre superyacht Triumph we witnessed first-hand how the new Starlink satellites from Elon Musks SpaceX system are changing the way superyachts communicate. The high-tech network platform provided us with fast, reliable internet service as we crossed to Antigua from the Mediterranean. Triumph launched at the… Continue reading Starlink Satellites are Superyacht Game Changers