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Mid cruise on deck BBQ, Lots of varity to pick from.
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Relaxing on deck
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Our cabin looking in from doorway
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Model boat building competition - the crew introduces an entry. All must float in the pool, holding 4 full cans of beer!
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First Timers - Now Hooked!

Review for a Mediterranean Cruise on Wind Surf

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IpswichChris
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

My husband and I have traveled a lot, but never cruised. We weren't interested in large ships, so our first cruise was on the Wind Surf in May, 2023, Italy and Croatia. In spite of very bad luck with the weather, we loved the experience and are already planning our next Windstar trip. The ship is older and shows signs of wear if you look for it, but that didn't bother us a bit...we loved the ...
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Sail Date: May 2023

Cabin Type: Suite


Windstar keeps excelling

Review for a Mediterranean Cruise on Wind Surf

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Duthie
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s

This was our 5th cruise with Windstar and our 2nd on the Wind Surf. Took this 4/30/23 sailing as it was as far out as our FCC would take us on the schedule. We knew the Spring weather could be a mixed bag (and it was) but that didn't damper our spirits or Windstar's casual elegance. Windstar consistently excels at great staff; they call you by name by the second day, excellent dining options; ...
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Sail Date: April 2023

Cabin Type: Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom


A wonderful cruise on a Star Pride

Review for a Mediterranean Cruise on Star Pride

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curlyp
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

This was our first cruise with Windstar. We have cruised before on a large ship with a different cruise line. I really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere on the Star Pride. Our cabin was very comfortable and much larger then the other cruise line. We were in Cabin . The cabin is 277sq ft. It has a separate seating area with a couch and 2 chairs located next to a large window. The queen sized bed was ...
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Sail Date: April 2023

Cabin Type: Ocean View Suite


Windsurf - Our Favorite Ship

Review for a Transatlantic Cruise on Wind Surf

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MargotH24
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

This was the third trans-Atlantic cruise we have taken on Windsurf. She remains our favorite ship - she's not young but elegant, graceful, and really just about perfect. Embarkation in Sint Maarten was seamless and we quickly got checked in. Found many familiar faces from past crossings - some come back every year. Staff just as welcoming and helpful as always. After a brief muster drill (no ...
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Sail Date: April 2023

Cabin Type: Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom


Excellent Boutique Cruise Experience

Review for a Asia Cruise on Star Breeze

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Escoa
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

We were attracted by the interesting Asian itinerary and the small ship size ( 300 pax max ) The cruise was of a high quality with both the hardware and software ( service levels ) in top order. The positive and optimistic attitude of the crew from the Captain, Officers to deck hands was outstanding. This created an excellent passenger experience. The cabin was extremely comfortable and ...
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Sail Date: March 2023

Cabin Type: Ocean View Suite


Wonderful Caribbean Cruise!

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Star Pride

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Newbie Travelers
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

This was our second cruise on the Star Pride. It did not disappoint. The service, food, wine, cocktails and activities were excellent! Although the weather didn't cooperate for some of our destinations, the captain and crew did well to dock and/or anchor at other interesting ports/islands. The Jost Vandyke and Soggy Dollar stop was one of the highlights of the trip. We rented a car on St. Maartens ...
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Sail Date: March 2023

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Nice ship, okay itinerary, had decent time but more our fault than ship's

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Star Pride

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gjanee
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

We're novice cruisers and made some mistakes. The ship is very nice and comfortable. Plenty of pleasant places to park yourself... on the deck, in the library, etc. The entertainment was better than we expected for such a small ship... the entertainment director ("PJ") was great, the hotel director (Andreas) was practically a stand-up comic, and there was a musical duo and a small band with a ...
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Sail Date: March 2023


Caribbean Cruise on Star Pride after the Stretch

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Star Pride

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likesplanning
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

We chose this cruise on the Star Pride because the itinerary included some of our favorite Caribbean islands (leaving and returning from San Juan): St. Thomas, St. Barths, Montserrat, St. Martin, Jost Van Dyke, and Virgin Gorda (Prickly Pear Island). Unfortunately, our cruise missed Montserrat and St. Martin due to weather which was frustrating. Embarkation and disembarkation in San Juan was ...
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Sail Date: February 2023

Cabin Type: Ocean View Suite


My first Windstar Cruise and 1st cruise critic revew!

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Star Pride

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TonsofFun2
2-5 Cruises • Age 40s

I choose WindStar because I wanted to try sailing on a small ship. This was my third Cruise my first ship was freedom of the seas and my second ship was Norwegian epic and it was a big difference. From the moment we checked in in San Juan there was nearly nobody at the port in front of us at 1:30 p.m. when we gave the person our luggage I think it was at our room within an hour of being on the ...
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Sail Date: February 2023

Cabin Type: Balcony Suite


Great Family Cruise

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Wind Surf

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scpd1856
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

Quick background. This was our 46th cruise, the 3rd on Windstar. We treated my son and his family so they could experience a 5-star cruise line. Windstar didn't disappoint! Flying from Charlotte, NC no problem to St Maarten. Customs there was very slow but the transfer to the ship was fine. Checked in at the cruise terminal and showed our vaccination paperwork & passports again and found ...
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Sail Date: February 2023

Cabin Type: Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom

Traveled with children


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