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Contact Information:
Windstar Cruises
2101 4th Avenue Suite 1150
Seattle, WA 98121
(800) 258-7245
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Why Windstar Cruises?
 Sleek masted ships balance exceptional service and amenities
Passengers tend to be well-traveled, well-educated adults of all ages
All three ships have undergone major recent refurbishments
Atmosphere is laid-back with "Casual Elegance" dress code
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About Windstar Cruises
The big question to ask about Windstar Cruises, these days, is what's new? After all, the cruise line, formerly owned by Holland America Line, was purchased this spring by Ambassadors Cruise Group, a subsidiary of Newport Beach-based Ambassadors International. That company also owns Majestic America Line (which operates U.S. river ships such as Delta Queen and Empress of the North).
If, at the time, Windstar loyalists looked at the company's statement -- that there'd be no outward changes to the operation of its fleet of three, uniquely masted sailing ships -- we can report with confidence some six months later that indeed, there's been little noticeable change.
Windstar Cruises sleek masted sailing ships, with computer-directed sails, offer an intriguing balance of sophisticated pampering, exceptional service, and luxurious amenities -- all amidst an oh-so-casual atmosphere. Passenger to crew ratios are a high 1.5 to 1, and a superb level of personalized service is the result.
The cruise line's debut took place in 1986, when Wind Star (the first commercial sailing ship to be built in 60 years) set out on its maiden voyage. Wind Spirit followed in 1988, Wind Song debuted in 1987 and Wind Surf, built in 1990 as Club Med I, joined the fleet in 1998.
Alas, Wind Song, which was dedicated to a French Polynesia itinerary, was completely destroyed by a fire in 2002 (fortunately, there were no passenger or crew fatalities), and the ship has not been replaced. However, Windstar has been actively committed to refurbishing and upgrading its existing ships via various programs. Improvements have targeted cabins, public rooms and below-deck mechanical operations.
Read the complete Windstar Cruises Review
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Read More About Windstar Cruises Ships:
Wind Spirit
• Wind Star
• Wind Surf
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