Windstar Cruises will mark its 40th anniversary with a series of events and offerings starting in October 2024.
The celebration will kick off with two cruises: the Aegean Sea Odyssey Via the Corinth Canal itinerary on Star Legend departing October 12, and the Treasures of the Greek Isles trip on Wind Spirit departing October 13.
A highlight of the commemoration will be a joint celebration in Ephesus on October 16, where Star Legend and Wind Spirit, representing the brand’s two ship styles, will come together for a special event featuring live music and a five-course dinner.
"Windstar has had a remarkable 40 years in which the company has remained devoted to small-ship cruising with long-standing sailings in Tahiti, the Caribbean, and Europe,” said Christopher Prelog, president of Windstar. Prelog began his career on the ship that is now Star Legend.
"It's truly our crew that have made our brand successful, standing the test of time with a friendly smile, remembering our past guests and greeting them by name — often with a big hug," he said.
To honor its crew, Windstar is encouraging guests to share their favorite crew stories on the company's social media channels beginning in October, using the hashtag #WayBackWindstar.
The anniversary celebrations will continue fleet-wide from October 2024 through October 2025. Planned activities include complimentary Ruby Anniversary cocktails served during a special 40 years of Windstar trivia event and a chance for trivia winners to enter a drawing for a cruise for two aboard Star Seeker's inaugural sailing. Limited-edition seabags crafted from recycled Wind Surf sails will also be available to buy in onboard shops.
Windstar Cruises, founded in 1984 as Windstar Sail Cruises, currently operates six small ships: three Wind Class sailing ships and three Star Class motor yachts. The company plans to add two new all-suite motor yachts in 2025 and 2026.
Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Windstar Cruises. It was reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.
