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Star Explorer Maiden Voyage, 28 December 2026
9 nights
Star Explorer
28 Dec '26Cruise overview
Be one of the first passengers on an inaugural sailing of Windstar’s newest yacht, Star Explorer, and cruise nine days along enchanting Spanish coastlines. Airy suites, delicious new cuisine, and welcoming spaces await your arrival. Ride bicycles past Roman ruins, imposing Gothic towers and Valencia’s aromatic Central Market, or venture to a farm house to harvest fresh vegetables and cook up an authentic and delicious paella. Soar skyward aboard a cable car to Gibraltar’s rocky summit and tour fortified tunnels with sweeping views of passing ships, churning Mediterranean and Atlantic waters, and looming African ridgelines. Admire Picasso paintings and linger late after sunset in Malaga, enjoying local musicians, robust red wines, and decadent, crispy calamari during an overnight port stay. Delve into Mallorca’s shadowy Drach Caves as you board a boat to float across a tranquil underground lake, serenaded by live classical string melodies. To celebrate Star Explorer’s inaugural voyage, we will be announcing special inaugural events as the sailing date gets closer.
Itinerary
Barcelona
The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention. The capital of Catalonia is a banquet for the senses, with its beguiling mix of ancient and modern architecture, tempting cafés and markets, and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. A stroll along La Rambla and through waterfront Barceloneta, as well as a tour of Gaudí’s majestic Sagrada Famíliaand his other unique creations, are part of a visit to Spain’s second-largest city. Modern art museums and chic shops call for attention, too. Barcelona’s vibe stays lively well into the night, when you can linger over regional wine and cuisine at buzzing tapas bars.
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Barcelona
Valencia
Cartagena
Gibraltar
Málaga
Málaga
At sea
Palma de Mallorca
Barcelona
Oceanview Suite
Oceanview Suites provide a comfortable introduction to Star Explorer, with a large picture window bringing plenty of natural light into the accommodation. Each features a queen-size bed that can convert into twins, a comfortable seating area and well-appointed ensuite bathroom, alongside the storage and thoughtful in-suite amenities found throughout the ship.
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
Ship features
Star Explorer brings Windstar’s distinctive yacht-style approach to a new generation of ships. With light-filled interiors, generous outdoor decks and intimate social spaces, she’s designed to feel relaxed and spacious while retaining the character that our clients love about the Windstar experience.
- Intimate yacht experience for just 224 guests
- 112 suites, with no interior accommodation
- Over 90% of suites feature a balcony or Infinity window
- Five dining options, with all dining included
- New Basil + Bamboo Asian-Mediterranean restaurant
- Signature Marina with complimentary watersports
- World Spa and dedicated Fitness Center
- Open Bridge policy offering access to the navigation team
- Small enough to access ports larger ships cannot reach
- 1. 2027 voyages throughout the Mediterranean and Northern Europe