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Star Explorer
Overview

Be one of the first to experience Star Explorer, Windstar’s newest yacht, during our inaugural sailing season beginning December 2026!

Featuring new dining options, 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.

Ship Facts
  • Year Built: 2026
  • Guest Capacity: 224 
  • Crew: 135
  • Length: 431 ft.
  • Draft: 15.6 ft.
  • Beam: 62.3 ft.
  • Tonnage: 9.315 grt.
  • Speed: 12 knots
  • Registry: Bahamas
Categories
Classic Suite
Category Code(s)
CS
Description 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.
Star Suite
Category Code(s)
CS2
Description 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.
Deluxe Suite
Category Code(s)
DS
Description 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.
Infinity Suite
Category Code(s)
IN
IN1
Description 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.
Vista Infinity Suite
Category Code(s)
IN2
Description 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.
Triple Infinity Suite
Category Code(s)
IN3
Description 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.
Oceanview Suite
Category Code(s)
OV
Description 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.
Horizon Owner's Suite
Category Code(s)
OW
Description 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.
Veranda Suite
Category Code(s)
VS
Description 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.
Premier Veranda Suite
Category Code(s)
VS1
VS2
VSS
Description 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.
Triple Premier Veranda Suite
Category Code(s)
VS3
Description 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.
Vista Veranda Suite
Category Code(s)
VVB
Description 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.

Please note: Stateroom images and features are samples only. Actual furniture, fixtures, colors, configurations and window/porthole views may vary.

Decks
Stateroom Legend
  • Stateroom Legend
  • CS Classic Suite
  • CS2 Star Suite
  • DS Deluxe Suite
  • IN Infinity Suite
  • IN1 Infinity Suite
  • IN2 Vista Infinity Suite
  • IN3 Triple Infinity Suite
  • OV Oceanview Suite
  • OW Horizon Owner's Suite
  • VS Veranda Suite
  • VS1 Premier Veranda Suite
  • VS2 Premier Veranda Suite
  • VS3 Triple Premier Veranda Suite
  • VSS Premier Veranda Suite
  • VVB Vista Veranda Suite
Stateroom Symbol Legend
  • Stateroom Symbol Legend
  • MODIFIED ACCESSIBLE SUITES
  • SHOWER ONLY (STAR PRIDE)
  • SHOWER ONLY
  • QUEEN BED ONLY ON STAR BREEZE and STAR LEGEND. (STAR PRIDE can convert to twins.)
  • STAR LEGEND HAS A SINGLE SINK
  • ELEVATOR
  • ONE QUEEN SIZE BED ONLY (no twin option)
  • ADJOINING SUITES - STAR LEGEND and STAR BREEZE
  • RESTRICTED VIEW
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General
The World's Best Small Ship Cruise Line
All cruise ships let you see the world. Only Windstar’s private yacht style cruises brings you close enough so you can truly experience it. Each of our Windstar Cruises yachts serves between 148 and 342 guests. This intimacy provides you with the luxuries of time, space, and freedom to immerse yourself in both the journey and the destination - in ways you may never have imagined possible.

Authentic Experiences
Yes, our yachts are beautiful, but their real beauty lies in how close they can get you to the kind of authentic, immersive experiences you're looking for.

No Schedule to Keep. Except Your Own
We don’t have jam-packed onboard programs filled with bingo and black jack tournaments. Instead, visit local markets with our Chef. Drop by the Open Bridge for an impromptu lesson in chart reading. Share bottles of wine and stories with the couple sitting next to you in Candles. Listen to live music in the Lounge. Jump directly off the yacht from our Marina. And most of all, do more of the things you want to do when you travel.

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