Cruise with Windstar Cruises

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Windstar Cruises: Your guide to small ship cruising

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Windstar Cruises Ships

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  • Cruise ship passing whitewashed Santorini buildings at sunset for Flight Centre Cruise Deals saving up to $5000 on packages and $6250 on Europe cruises
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  • Norwegian Spirit cruise ship sailing Sydney Harbour past the Opera House — 11-night Australia Wine Country Cruise from $2299pp, $1250 bonus value.
  • Couple walking through ancient Angkor Wat temple ruins for a 10-night Cambodia and Vietnam cruise and tour saving up to 50% from $3745 per person
  • Hiker beneath a glowing blue glacial ice cave arch in Alaska for a 9-night cruise saving up to $1390 from $8189 per person
  • Luxury Emerald yacht cruise sale | exclusive save up to $6,250* | *T&Cs apply | Emerald cruise yacht next to a coastal town
  • Brand New Adventures from Australia 2027-28 | Royal Beach Club Lelepa | Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship next to Lelepa Island
  • Flight Centre 100% holiday, 0% interest for 24 months with humm90 Platinum Mastercard, valid 3 April–30 April 2026
  • Reward store deals. Stays from 15,000 points. Flights from 67,200 points. Cruises from 103,718 points
  • 15 night fiji and vanuatu fly stay and cruise

Frequently asked questions

Windstar Cruises offers voyages to destinations including the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Asia, Central America, and the South Pacific. 


Cruise lengths vary, ranging from short seven-day escapes to longer journeys of 14 days or more.


Accommodation ranges from well-appointed staterooms to luxurious suites, all with an emphasis on comfort and ocean views.


Entertainment is low-key and includes live music, destination talks, and casual social gatherings, reflecting the line's intimate and relaxed atmosphere.


Fares typically include accommodation, meals, non-alcoholic beverages, and onboard entertainment. Some cruises may also include select shore excursions and gratuities.


Windstar's fleet includes both luxury yachts and small sailing ships, offering an intimate and elegant cruising experience with a focus on under-the-radar ports and destinations. It also operates a unique masted sailing ship.


While Windstar welcomes guests of all ages, their ships and itineraries are more geared towards adult travellers and do not offer extensive facilities for children. They cannot accommodate children under the age of eight.


Windstar Cruises offers fine dining experiences with menus crafted by renowned chefs, featuring local and international cuisine. Onboard menus are curated in partnership with the prestigious James Beard Foundation.


Most ships have fitness centres, spas, and offer wellness activities such as yoga and Pilates classes, along with water sports equipment.


You can book a Windstar cruise by visiting a store or speaking to a cruise expert on the phone.