Windstar Cruises has wrapped up a comprehensive two-phase refurbishment of Wind Star, its original 148-guest sailing yacht, as part of the company's ongoing Setting Sails initiative to modernize its Wind-Class fleet.
Wind Star, which made its debut 40 years ago, is now the first vessel in the Wind-Class fleet to have completed both phases of the program. Renovations touched dining venues, staterooms and public spaces throughout the ship.
"This transformation is about honoring where we started while sailing confidently into what's next," said Stijn Creupelandt, chief operating officer of Windstar Cruises. "As our original sailing yacht, Wind Star has always held a special place in our fleet. With these significant updates, we've honored what guests love most while elevating every aspect of the experience. Now, she's ready to deliver that experience in entirely new ways, in some of the world's most iconic destinations."
The second phase centered on the yacht's dining spaces. Amphora, the ship's signature restaurant, was outfitted with new flooring, wall finishes, ceiling treatments, custom banquette seating and updated furnishings. At Veranda, a refreshed interior was paired with a reconfigured buffet layout. Staterooms received upholstered headboards, integrated lighting and bedside charging.
Phase 1 previously introduced Starlink connectivity, new televisions with on-demand content, technology upgrades and a redesigned Owner's Suite, as well as renovations to the lobby, the Compass Rose Lounge, the Yacht Club Cafe and the pool deck. The World Spa by Windstar and the fitness center were also refreshed. Commissioned artwork from Miami-based Fountainhead Art, new audio systems, enhanced lighting and teak decking round out the updates across both phases.
Wind Star's first sailing after the refit was a 10-night Lisbon-to-Barcelona voyage. Additional departures from Barcelona continue through May and June, followed by seven-night roundtrip sailings from Athens (Piraeus) running June through October 2026.
Beginning in 2027, Wind Star will operate year-round in French Polynesia alongside Star Breeze, running the seven-day Dreams of Tahiti itinerary. Windstar has opened 2028 sailings for the region and is offering air-inclusive packages. Fleet-wide, Wind Surf is slated to complete Phase 2 of the Setting Sails program in December 2026, with Wind Spirit to follow in March 2027.
Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Windstar Cruises. It was fact-checked and reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.
