Windstar sets sail will new promotion to drive bookings

Windstar Cruises has launched a new All-Inclusive offer, designed to sustain booking momentum across its global portfolio with a limited-time complimentary All-Inclusive upgrade on voyages worldwide.

Available on select sailings booked between April 1, 2026 and June 30, 2026 for travel through June 30, 2027, the promotion includes Wi-Fi, gratuities and select unlimited cocktails, wine by the glass and beer. It’s a value of more than $1,300 on a seven-day voyage for two guests.

The offer pairs Windstar’s small-ship experience with added value across a wide range of itineraries, from winter sailings in the Mediterranean to long-haul journeys in Tahiti and Alaska — reinforcing the line’s 180° from Ordinary positioning. The promotion also positions key voyages through 2027 with clear value for both new and repeat guests.

Janet Bava, chief commercial officer at Windstar Cruises, explained: “Our small ships allow travel advisors to present clients with a truly unique experience—sailing into city centers, visiting hidden coastal gems, and exploring iconic destinations in a relaxed, uncrowded setting.”

Bava continued: “With our All-Inclusive offer, we’re making it easier for advisors to close sales by offering more value at every turn: complimentary Wi-Fi, gratuities, drinks, and enhanced culinary experiences. This promotion gives advisors a powerful story to share with clients, making Windstar’s small-ship cruises an even more attractive choice.”

The complimentary All-Inclusive offer reflects the way Windstar approaches travel. With yachts carrying just 148 to 342 guests, Windstar offers a product that feels closer to a private yacht than a traditional cruise, giving guests access to smaller ports, city centres and hidden harbors that larger ships cannot reach.

For travel advisors, that translates into a differentiated product with clear selling points: more time in port, greater itinerary flexibility and a more personal guest experience.

The complimentary All-Inclusive offer applies across all regions in Windstar’s global portfolio within the travel window, with a small number of exclusions including select specialty sailings such as the Grand Prix, Eclipse and Mystery cruises.

The promotion is designed to support bookings across both peak and shoulder seasons, with a particular focus on Europe and the Mediterranean, as well as year-round destinations such as Tahiti and Alaska.

For travel advisors and partners, the complimentary All-Inclusive offer provides a clear value proposition to drive conversion, particularly for clients comparing cruise options. It also reinforces Windstar’s positioning as a small-ship line that delivers both access and value.

The complimentary All-Inclusive offer applies to bookings made from April 1, 2026 through June 30, 2026 for sailings through June 30, 2027 and includes:

• Unlimited select wine, beer and cocktails
• Wi-Fi
• Gratuities
• A value of more than $1,300 on a 7-day voyage for two guests

Sail on over to www.windstarcruises.com for more.