Windstar looks ahead as Star Seeker sets sail in Alaska  

As Windstar Cruises’ new Star Seeker yacht navigates Alaska for the first time this month, the cruise line is already looking ahead, opening bookings for its 2028 Alaska cruise season.

The Alaskan itineraries feature a collection of small-ship voyages designed to bring travellers closer to glaciers, wildlife and remote communities.

Guests who plan ahead can take advantage of Windstar’s Early Booking Offer, available through June 30, 2026, with the best fares and suite selection on these highly sought-after sailings.

Plus, guests who pay in full at the time of booking can also receive an additional five percent savings through the “Pay Now, Save More” promotion.

Tom Schofield, captain of Star Seeker, said: “Alaska is a place that rewards a more thoughtful way of traveling. What excites me most is the access Star Seeker allows – navigating deep into fjords, getting right up to glaciers, and connecting with smaller communities along the way. There’s a sense of discovery here that stays with you. From the moment guests arrive, the experience feels deeply immersive, and I’m proud to share it during our inaugural season.”

The 2028 Alaska season includes 27 departures across six itineraries, sailing May through August. The program features a mix of seven-day voyages, longer 10- to 12-day journeys, Cruise Tours to Denali and extended Star Collector sailings. Several itineraries are designed as convenient one-week vacations, with departures and returns in Juneau, one of Alaska’s most iconic destinations.

With just 224 guests, the new 112-suite Star Seeker yacht offers an intimate and friendly at-home feel. Nearly all accommodations feature a private veranda or a floor-to-ceiling infinity window that opens to the sea, showcasing Alaska’s scenery throughout every voyage. Guests can expect open deck spaces for glacier viewing and a relaxed yacht-style atmosphere.

As the Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation, Windstar also offers a culinary program shaped by seasonal ingredients – salmon, venison, crab, halibut, beer, honey, jams and more – and destination-driven menus, along with multiple dining venues, including the specialty restaurant Basil + Bamboo. Enrichment speakers and musicians/dancers come on board every voyage to share the culture and history of Alaska.

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