Windstar’s experience is that of sailing on a “private yacht”, and these tall ships are very popular with travelers who appreciate casual elegance, alternative dining venues, and varied shore excursions. Now the line has announced that it will undergo a major renovation of all three ships, the Wind Surf, Wind Star and Wind Spirit as part of their “Full Sail Ahead” program.
Beginning this fall, the new owners of Windstar cruises, Xanterra Parks & Resorts, are launching an $18 million refurbishment of their three luxury sailing yachts. This 18-month revovation will incorporate new furniture, upholstery, art, lighting, wall coverings, carpeting, ceiling finishes, window treatments, and floor coverings
Per Windstar, guests of the line can expect to see the following changes:
Staterooms and Suites:
ÔÇó Staterooms on all three yachts will be transformed with new leather headboards, stately arm chairs, linen wall coverings, new lighting features, elegant window coverings, plush wool carpeting, art work, stylish bed cushions, and luxurious bed throws.
ÔÇó Suites will additionally be outfitted with new furniture that is easily convertible to lounging, dining, or accommodating a third occupant.
Wind Surf Public Spaces:
ÔÇó The Restaurant will be completed with a new seating layout, all new soft goods, and state-of-the art wine display and storage.
ÔÇó Degrees Restaurant will be transformed into a Mediterranean bistro, anchored by a central wine bar for counter dining as well as an inviting area to relax before and after dinner. Wine tastings and cooking demonstrations will also be conducted here.
ÔÇó The Compass Rose will be reconfigured to open up expansively to the adjoining outdoor deck, and its interior completely renovated to reflect the sophisticated elegance of a private club.
ÔÇó The Veranda’s outdoor seating will be significantly expanded, creating an ideal mid-ship area for enjoying breakfast and lunch alfresco. The interior will include a new buffet, new lighting, and epicurean style display counters.
ÔÇó In the Lounge, wall-to-wall carpeting will be replaced with hard flooring accented with inset rugs, a contemporary mix of furniture, lighter color palette and improved sound insulation around the casino.
ÔÇó Corridors will be completely renovated from floor to ceiling with all new wall coverings, carpeting, ceiling finishes, lighting and art work.
ÔÇó The Pool Bar will sport new awnings for additional shade, new deck furniture, and improved outdoor dining layout for Candles Grill.
Wind Spirit and Wind Star Public Spaces:
ÔÇó The Restaurant will receive a complete makeover to create the excitement and drama of an exclusive destination restaurant with luxurious neutral tones and curved design elements.
ÔÇó The Veranda will be renewed with new lighting, fresh “market-style” buffet arrangements and reconfigured indoor/outdoor seating.
ÔÇó The Lounge will be contemporized with new furniture, soft goods, seating arrangements, window treatments and AV system, creating an ideal, welcoming space for evening entertainment.
ÔÇó The Pool Bar will be redesigned to offer a more engaging and upscale social experience and to create additional alfresco seating for sunset dining at Candles Grill.
ÔÇó The renovations to the Library space will create an intimate, luxurious cocoon for more contemplative pursuits.
ÔÇó WindSpa will also receive an interior soft goods update, to reflect the sophistication and elegance of relaxing with spa treatments at sea.