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440 feet
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Wind Star

Part of the Windstar fleet, select Wind Star itineraries are available through Tauck. Wind Star is a sleek, four-masted sailing yacht that comfortably accommodates 148 guests and gives each one a feeling of owning a private yacht. Windstar Cruises provides its experienced cruisers with intimate vacations that offer great food and service. From the moment you step aboard this vessel, you're sure to enjoy the casual and intimate atmosphere that luxury sailing has to offer, including the award-winning service of well-trained and ultra-attentive staff. Guests will see exclusive itineraries, featuring ports of call that larger ships cannot reach, allowing guests to explore the world in a more personal and authentic way.

Wind Star features over 10,000 square feet of spacious, teak decks; not typical for small ships. Guests will find hidden nooks on the main deck to help create a feeling of their own private verandah. All staterooms on the vessel have ocean views, with queen beds, Bose SoundDock speakers for Apple iPods, and a flat-screen TV with DVD player. Guests are sure to experience maximum comfort by avoiding crowds and regimen on a Wind Star cruise.

In addition to casual voyage experiences, Wind Star offers a casual open dining time at two primary dining venues. Guest can make a reservation for Candles, a venue that features steaks, skewers and dining under the stars. The Restaurant offers delicious course-by-course, gourmet cuisine in the evenings. For those that would like to dine in the comfort of their suite or stateroom, there is an extensive room service menu available.

While sailing on a Wind Star cruise, guests are able to choose from a great variety of entertainment areas such as the casino, library, swimming pool, spa, fitness center, as well as lounge chairs on the Fly Bridge. Among the ship's bars and lounges are the Piano/Pool Bar where live music and cocktails are available, as well as the Skylight Main Lounge, that includes a bar and dance floor.

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Ship Highlights

Candles

One of the two restaurants on board Wind Star, the outdoor, pool side venue Candles offers guests a great view, perfectly paired with alfresco dining and 5-star grill cuisine. Since it's outdoors, it's open based on weather conditions. Reservations are recommended.

The Restaurant

This is a wonderful restaurant that offers full-service, gourmet, course-by-course cuisine in the evenings of each Wind Star cruise. This breath-taking dining hall accommodates up to 250 guests and does not require reservations.

Casino

Those that would like to test lady luck while on a Wind Star cruise may end up spending time at the ship's casino. Among the games of chance available in the casino are poker, blackjack, roulette and slot machines. This is a great place to be at following an evening show.

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Accommodations

Wind Star Staterooms

Stateroom Guide at a Glance

Every type of stateroom on Wind Star , with its booking categories, size and where it is on the ship. Select a deck number to open that deck plan.

Stateroom types on Wind Star
Stateroom type Categories Approx. size Where on the ship
Category AX Deluxe AX 188 sq. ft. Mid-ship, deck 2
Category BX Deluxe BX 188 sq. ft. Forward, mid-ship and aft, deck 1
Category A A 188 sq. ft. Forward and aft, deck 2
Category B B 188 sq. ft. Forward, mid-ship and aft, deck 1

Sizes are approximate, and some staterooms in a category differ in size or layout.

Oceanview

Category AX Deluxe

Category Approx. size Location
AX 188 sq. ft. Deck 2 (mid-ship)
Category AX Deluxe stateroom on Wind Star

These spacious staterooms include a queen size bed with luxurious linens, as well as:

  • Waffle weave robe and slippers for maximum comfort
  • Flat screen TV with DVD player
  • Bose sounddock speakers for Apple Ipods
  • Fully-stocked mini bar/refrigerator
  • Safe
  • Direct dial phone
  • Premium bath amenities
  • Wi-Fi (for a nominal fee)
  • Fresh flowers
  • Fresh fruit
  • Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair
  • Spacious closets and drawers
  • Bathroom with teak floors, granite countertop, and sink with shower

Category BX Deluxe

Category Approx. size Location
BX 188 sq. ft. Deck 1 (forward, mid-ship and aft)
Category BX Deluxe stateroom on Wind Star

These spacious staterooms include a queen size bed with luxurious linens, as well as:

  • Waffle weave robe and slippers for maximum comfort
  • Flat screen TV with DVD player
  • Bose sounddock speakers for Apple Ipods
  • Fully-stocked mini bar/refrigerator
  • Safe
  • Direct dial phone
  • Premium bath amenities
  • Wi-Fi (for a nominal fee)
  • Fresh flowers
  • Fresh fruit
  • Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair
  • Spacious closets and drawers
  • Bathroom with teak floors, granite countertop, and sink with shower

Category A

Category Approx. size Location
A 188 sq. ft. Deck 2 (forward and aft)
Category A stateroom on Wind Star

These spacious staterooms include a queen size bed with luxurious linens, as well as:

  • Waffle weave robe and slippers for maximum comfort
  • Flat screen TV with DVD player
  • Bose sounddock speakers for Apple Ipods
  • Fully-stocked mini bar/refrigerator
  • Safe
  • Direct dial phone
  • Premium bath amenities
  • Wi-Fi (for a nominal fee)
  • Fresh flowers
  • Fresh fruit
  • Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair
  • Spacious closets and drawers
  • Bathroom with teak floors, granite countertop, and sink with shower

Category B

Category Approx. size Location
B 188 sq. ft. Deck 1 (forward, mid-ship and aft)
Category B stateroom on Wind Star

These spacious staterooms include a queen size bed with luxurious linens, as well as:

  • Waffle weave robe and slippers for maximum comfort
  • Flat screen TV with DVD player
  • Bose sounddock speakers for Apple Ipods
  • Fully-stocked mini bar/refrigerator
  • Safe
  • Direct dial phone
  • Premium bath amenities
  • Wi-Fi (for a nominal fee)
  • Fresh flowers
  • Fresh fruit
  • Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair
  • Spacious closets and drawers
  • Bathroom with teak floors, granite countertop, and sink with shower

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Deck Plans

Wind Star Deck Plans

Deck 1

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Deck 1 deck plan for Wind Star
Deck 1, Wind Star
FAQs

Wind Star FAQs

Quick answers about Wind Star , from the details on this page.

When was Wind Star built, and when was it last refurbished?

Wind Star entered service in 1986. It was last refurbished in 2016.

How many passengers does Wind Star carry?

Wind Star carries 148 guests at double occupancy. A crew of 90 looks after them, about one crew member for every 1.6 guests.

How big is Wind Star ?

Wind Star measures 5,703 gross tons, 440 feet long and 52.1 feet wide. Its deck plans show 5 passenger decks.

What kinds of staterooms are on Wind Star ?

Wind Star has 74 staterooms in 4 booking categories, all of the Oceanview type. The Accommodations tab lists every category with its size and the decks it is on.

How many decks does Wind Star have?

Wind Star has 5 passenger decks, numbered 1 to 4. Staterooms are on decks 1 and 2.

What dining times does Wind Star offer?

Wind Star offers Open dining in its main dining room.

What is there to do on board Wind Star ?

Features on board Wind Star include a casino.

Where is Wind Star registered?

Wind Star sails under the flag of Bahamas.

Photos provided are not guaranteed to accurately represent the room or space listed, and may be of a similar ship. All stateroom descriptions are subject to change. Some staterooms in the same category may have different furniture arrangements or be a different size than listed. Deck plans are subject to change. Please verify all information directly with the cruise line. We reserve the right to correct errors.