| Launch Year | 2026 | Refit Year | |||||||||
| Language | en | Gross Tonnage | 9923 | ||||||||
| Length | 131 | Width | 19 | ||||||||
| Currency | USD | Speed | 16 | ||||||||
| Capacity | 224 | Crew Count | 130 | ||||||||
| Deck Count | 6 | Cabin Count | 112 | ||||||||
| Large Cabin Count | N/A | Wheelchair Cabin Count | N/A | ||||||||
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Be one of the first to experience Star Explorer, Windstar’s newest yacht, during her first-ever sailing season beginning December 2026!
Featuring our new specialty restaurant Basil + Bamboo, upgraded amenities and 112 spacious suites — nearly all with a full private veranda or a floor-to-ceiling infinity window — Star Explorer is a fresh take on our Star Class that remains unmistakably Windstar.
DECK | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 548 SQ FT
This luxurious 548-square-foot 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 — as well as separate dining and living areas — 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.
Amenities: Horizon Owner's Suite
DECK | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 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 bathtub and walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets.
Amenities: Horizon Owner's Suite
DECK | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 288 SQ FT
This 288-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 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.
Amenities: Deluxe Suite
DECK | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 353 SQ FT
Step into a stylish and bright open living area with a spacious adjacent bedroom. This 353-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 that can be converted into two twins if desired, while the bathroom includes a luxurious walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets.
Amenities: Classic Suite
DECK 7 | CABIN TYPE: SUite | 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, you’ll find a luxurious walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets.
Amenities: Vista Veranda Suite
DECK 6 | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 246 SQ FT
Located on deck 6, this 246-square-foot suite welcomes you with stylish comfort and stunning ocean views. Featuring an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) and a pull-out sofa in the living area, the suite allows for triple occupancy. The outdoor space adds another 55 square feet, enough to sit outside comfortably and enjoy the breeze. In the bathroom, you’ll find a luxurious walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets.
Amenities: Triple Premier Veranda Suite
DECK | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 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, you’ll find a luxurious walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets.
Amenities: Premier Veranda Suite
DECK | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 225 SQ FT
Stylish comfort and ocean views welcome you to this 225-square-foot suite. 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, you’ll find a luxurious walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets.
Amenities: Veranda Suite
DECK | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 301 SQ FT
This roomy 301-square-foot suite features a wide floor-to-ceiling infinity window in the bedroom, allowing for stunning ocean views. You can even open the top half to enjoy the cool ocean breeze. This suite also features an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired) and a pull-out sofa in the separate living area, allowing for triple occupancy. In the bathroom, you’ll find a luxurious walk-in mosaic glass shower with rain head and body jets.
Amenities: Triple Infinity Suite
DECK 7 | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 280 SQ FT
Located on deck 7, this 280-square-foot suite features a wide floor-to-ceiling infinity window that allows for stunning ocean views. You can even open the top half to enjoy the cool ocean breeze. Your suite features an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired), a walk-in mosaic glass shower and a comfortable living area where you can lounge and enjoy the view.
Amenities: Vista Infinity Suite
DECK | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 280 SQ FT
This 280-square-foot suite features a wide floor-to-ceiling infinity window that allows for stunning ocean views. You can even open the top half to enjoy the cool ocean breeze. Your suite features an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twin beds if desired), a walk-in mosaic glass shower and a comfortable living area where you can lounge and enjoy the view.
Amenities: Infinity Suite
DECK | CABIN TYPE: Suite | 203 SQ FT
Experience the perfect blend of style and functionality in this thoughtfully designed 203-square-foot suite. The well-planned layout creates an ideal retreat with plenty of natural light, a view of the sea, a walk-in mosaic glass shower and an inviting queen bed (convertible into two twins if desired), perfect for unwinding after a day of fun and exploration.
Amenities: Oceanview Suite
Be one of the first to experience Star Explorer, Windstar’s newest yacht, during her first-ever sailing season beginning December 2026!
Featuring our new specialty restaurant Basil + Bamboo, upgraded amenities and 112 spacious suites — nearly all with a full private veranda or a floor-to-ceiling infinity window — Star Explorer is a fresh take on our Star Class that remains unmistakably Windstar.
| Launch Year | 2026 | ||||||||||
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| Language | en | ||||||||||
| Gross Tonnage | 9923 | ||||||||||
| Length | 131 | ||||||||||
| Width | 19 | ||||||||||
| Currency | USD | ||||||||||
| Speed | 16 | ||||||||||
| Capacity | 224 | ||||||||||
| Crew Count | 130 | ||||||||||
| Deck Count | 6 | ||||||||||
| Cabin Count | 112 | ||||||||||
| Large Cabin Count | N/A | ||||||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | N/A | ||||||||||
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World Class Dining Experience
We’ve upped the on board dining game with our culinary program, featuring an array of fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from each ports along the journey. The menu is crafted to highlight the spectacular flavours of the regional cuisine.
Basil + Bamboo
Step into Basil + Bamboo, where clean lines and warm accents set the stage for a relaxed, refined experience. Savour dishes that fuse Asian influences with a Mediterranean twist — an inventive culinary adventure designed to delight your palate and create moments of shared discovery.
Amphora
Here, the dining room manager seats you, but where is your decision. There are no pre-assigned tables or first or second seatings. When you dine and with whom are entirely up to you. Seating usually begins at 6:30 p.m. and will be printed in the ship's daily program. Each delightful dish is prepared exactly to your liking – an exquisite dinner served course-by-course with a fine selection of vintage wines.
Star Grill
Complimentary Room Service
A day on board your Windstar ship is a day of choices, all of them good. Perhaps you’ll begin with a relaxing massage in World Spa by Windstar. Or maybe an invigorating workout in the Fitness Center. Even better, why not both? After a sumptuous lunch in Veranda, make a splash from the Marina off the ship’s stern. Everything you can think of for fun in the water is there — swimming, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. And it’s all complimentary, of course. Sun yourself on deck, take a dip in the whirlpool, then catch up on email or order a cheese plate for your stateroom or suite. After dinner, dance to live music in the Lounge. This is your yacht, so of course you’re welcome on the Bridge, where the Captain and officers are delighted to share charts, routes, and vistas with you.
As you prepare for another amazing Windstar day, enjoy a nightcap anywhere you like — on deck, in the Lounge, or why not let us bring it to your suite or stateroom? Your day ends just as it began, blissfully.
Yacht Club
Stop by the Yacht Club Café for a bite or coffee crafted by our barista.
Open Bridge
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.
Lounge
The Lounge can be found on Deck 8
Star Bar
The Star Bar is Located on Deck 7
Star Boutique
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.
Live Entertainment
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.
| Cruise Line | Windstar Cruises |
| Cruise Type | Ocean |
| Ship | Star Explorer |
| Region | Mediterranean |
| Departure Port | Barcelona |
| Destination Port | Barcelona |
| Itinerary |
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| Cruise Type | Ocean |
| Ship | Star Explorer |
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| Itinerary |
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| Cruise Line | Windstar Cruises |
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| Cruise Line | Windstar Cruises |
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| Ship | Star Explorer |
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| Itinerary |
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| Cruise Line | Windstar Cruises |
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| Itinerary |
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