Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises is unveiling a first look at its Star
Seeker – a 224-guest, brand-new ship that will debut in January of 2026.

Renderings (downloadable for media usage) and a detailed deck plan are available here.
Star Seeker will have 112 spacious suites, all but ten featuring a full private veranda or floor-to-ceiling
infinity window. The ship also boasts five dining options (all are included in Windstar’s cruise fare), a full-
service spa with a grand entrance from the deck above, a fitness facility, and a fresh take on the line’s
iconic Watersports Platform, which turns the ocean into an infinity pool by letting guests access the sea
directly from the ship.

“Guests aboard Star Seeker will experience a sense of tranquility in their suites; they are designed to be
an oasis for relaxation,” says Stijn Creupelandt, vice president of hotel operations at Windstar Cruises.
“We used light wood and a soothing color palette of light blues, greens, and natural browns – elements
that reflect our Star Class style. Inspired by the sea, sky, and landscapes, these colors and textures
create a serene atmosphere perfect for a relaxing getaway. In the ship’s public spaces and restaurants,
you’ll find more vibrant hues inspired by sunrises and sunsets, including warm yellows, golds, and
oranges, ensuring a harmonious blend of elegance and comfort throughout the ship.”

Star Seeker features two Horizon Owner’s Suites, a new suite category for the line, at the aft of the ship
on deck 7, which can be combined with adjacent suites for more space and multi-generational families.
Each comes with a wrap-around balcony offering spectacular vistas — perfect for evening cocktails or a
private dinner. The two suites are Star Seeker’s most luxurious and spacious offerings; however, the ship
has a full menu of suite offerings with 12 different accommodation types to choose from, many allowing
triple occupancy. Star Seeker has 72 suites with large verandas where guests may sit outside and enjoy
the view and fresh air. New for Windstar, 30 infinity suites feature a large floor-to-ceiling infinity
window that slides down half-way from the top to open the suite to refreshing sea breezes.

As on all Windstar ships, there are no interior cabins. Star Seeker’s 10 Oceanview suites have plenty of
natural light and a view of the sea, a walk-in mosaic glass shower, and an inviting queen bed which can
be converted into two twins if desired. All suites include a fully stocked mini-bar and refrigerator,
interactive TV, safe, fresh fruit, and waffle weave robe and slippers. The four highest suite categories –
Horizon, Star, Classic, Deluxe – add other amenities such as an Illy espresso machine, Canapes service,
and fresh flowers.

Star Seeker is under construction in Portugal. The maiden voyage will be a Transatlantic sailing in early
January from Malaga to Miami. After a christening event in Miami where the cruise line is
headquartered, Star Seeker will sail its first voyage in the Caribbean and offer more cruises in the
Caribbean before heading up the West Coast of the United States to Alaska for a full season of summer
cruises. From there, the ship will sail to Japan and bring back the line’s popular Japan itineraries before
heading to Southeast Asia. Details on Star Seeker’s Caribbean, Alaska, and Japan cruises will be
announced first to Yacht Club members (loyalty members) and travel advisors – giving them priority
access to book. In early September, Star Seeker’s itineraries will be announced publicly and available for
all to book.

Windstar will debut an additional new sister ship, Star Explorer, in December of 2026.
More at https://www.windstarcruises.com/.