Windstar releases first Caribbean, Alaska and Japan cruises aboard new Star Seeker

Windstar Cruises has opened bookings for the inaugural cruises of its new vessel Star Seeker, set to join the fleet in December 2025.

The itineraries, covering the Caribbean, Alaska and Japan, start with the ship’s maiden passenger voyage on December 28th, 2025, from Málaga, Spain, with a special New Year’s Eve stop in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands. The cruise will end in Miami on January 13th, 2026.

Star Seeker will then be christened in Miami ahead of a Caribbean cruise from the city on January 15th, 2026 visiting San Juan, the Dominican Republic and the British Virgin Islands before continuing to Alaska and Japan.

“I’m really excited we’ll be able to sail the new Star Seeker in the Caribbean before the ship continues on to its final destinations of Alaska and Japan,” said Christopher Prelog, President, Windstar Cruises.

“Star Seeker will likely not return to the Caribbean again, so it’s a wonderful but fleeting chance for our Caribbean destination fans to experience the ship,” he said. “We have some celebrations planned to bring Star Seeker together with other Windstar ships in the Caribbean, like a sunset sailing parade past the pitons in St. Lucia with Wind Spirit and Star Pride. It will be a warm welcome to the fleet for our new ship.”

Star Seeker will transit the Panama Canal on her way to Alaska, from which she will offer 7 or 8-day Scenic Alaska cruises and longer 10-, 11-, or 12-day Alaskan Splendour cruises from Vancouver to Juneau or vice versa between May and August, 2026.

Additional options for Star Seeker’s repositioning to Alaska include voyages from San Juan to Juneau (49 days), Costa Rica to Juneau (25 days) and Mexico to Juneau (17 days).

During her Alaska season, Windstar’s Signature Expedition program will return, with activities like RIB boat explorations and kayaking from the ship’s Watersports Platform, and guided presentations on Alaska’s natural environment and culture.

In Japan, the Star Seeker will offer the Grand Japan itinerary from early September to October, featuring Inland Sea cruising, visits to Hashima Island, Peace Memorial Parks and ports such as Takamatsu and Karatsu. Passengers can also add a three-day tour of Osaka and Kyoto to their cruise itinerary.

Star Seeker is the first all-power cruise ship ever built for Windstar Cruises, and the line’s first newbuild since 1988. Star Seeker is the first of two sister ships, with the second, Star Explorer, due for delivery in December, 2026.

The ships will be able to carry 224 guests in 112 suites, the majority of which feature a private veranda or floor-to-ceiling infinity windows. They will have five dining options, a spa, a fitness centre, and a Watersports Platform that allows guests direct access to the ocean, creating an infinity pool effect.

Star Seeker will debut a new suite category for Windstar Cruises with two Horizon Owner’s Suites located at the aft of the ship on Deck 7. Both suites can be combined with adjacent rooms for larger groups.

The Horizon Owner’s Suites will be one of 12 suite types, many of which will accommodate triple occupancy. Among these, 72 suites feature large verandas and 30 new infinity suites include floor-to-ceiling windows that open halfway for a fresh sea breeze.

The ship’s 10 Oceanview suites include walk-in mosaic glass showers and convertible queen beds, and all suites will be equipped with a fully stocked minibar, interactive TV, safe, and additional amenities. 

The highest suite categories—Horizon, Star, Classic, and Deluxe—come with added perks like an Illy espresso machine, Canapes service and fresh flowers.