Windstar’s New Star Seeker

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For the first time in more than 30 years, Windstar has welcomed a newly built ship to its fleet: the Star Seeker. This 224-passenger ship, the first in the cruise line’s Star Class, has some terrific features you can expect to see again (such as on Windstar’s upcoming Star Explorer, scheduled to debut in late 2026).

Star Seeker made its debut in December 2025, with a voyage from Málaga, Spain, to Miami. After a naming ceremony, Star Seeker embarked on a series of Caribbean itineraries. The ship is scheduled to sail in Alaska this summer, and then move on to Asia.

Some of Windstar’s yacht-like ships have sails, but Star Seeker is a motor yacht, equipped with two Rolls Royce engines. The ship has 112 cabins, each with a private veranda or floor-to-ceiling windows. Some of these windows can be opened halfway, from the top, to create a balcony effect that lets the breeze in.

Every cabin is equipped with a large, walk-in shower with a rainfall shower head and body jets. There are luxury linens, L’Occitane toiletries, waffle-weave robes, slippers, a stocked minibar, an espresso machine, and fresh fruit in each cabin, too.

Star Seeker’s gathering spots have been thoughtfully designed to serve multiple purposes and make the most of the space. For example, the Yacht Club Café is a welcoming coffee bar by day; in the evening, it transforms into a sophisticated cocktail lounge. The ship also  has some cozy nooks where passengers can relax with books, board games or puzzles.

There are multiple dining spots, too, including an exciting new Mediterranean/Asian fusion restaurant called Basil + Bamboo. The Star Grill, a favorite of Windstar fans, is casual grill by day and an upscale steakhouse by night. There’s also the main dining room, called Amphora; on the Star Seeker, it includes open-air seating at the aft of the ship.

The new ship is equipped with a full-service spa, a fitness center, and a beautiful infinity pool, as well as one of Windstar’s signature watersports platform. This amazing mini marina opens from the stern of the ship when it’s anchored. The platform gives passengers direct access to the water for kayaking, paddleboarding, windsurfing, snorkeling, and more. The ship carries all of the necessary equipment, including a water trampoline.

To find out more about sailing on the Star Seeker and other Windstar ships, talk with Anita, your professional travel advisor.

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