WINDSTAR CRUISES
OVERVIEW
Describing its product as “180 degrees from ordinary,” Windstar Cruises features a fleet of six vessels – three all-suite motor yachts and three classic sailing yachts. Guest share their vacations with just 148 to 342 guests per voyage.
The line says its small ships and personalized approach brings guests closer to each destination and port, in intimate groups easily absorbed by local cultures rather than intruding on them. Itineraries are port intensive, often with exclusive landfalls larger ships can't access. Windstar ships often stay late into the evening or overnight in many ports. Windstar shore excursions aim to get to the heart of local cultures. With more than 2,000 to choose from, your clients can experience their destination in whatever way is most meaningful. Whether they’re outdoor enthusiasts, foodies or history buffs, there’s a shore excursion sure to appeal.
Cuisine is an important part of any vacation, and it’s a priority for Windstar. The line has partnered with the James Beard Foundation to bring together some of the most talented chefs and sommeliers on themed cruises and in its dining program. There are culinary themed shore excursions too, and opportunities to go market shopping with the chefs.
DESTINATIONS VISITED
Windstar says it scours the world for amazing places “just this side of unreachable,” then seek out the most authentic ways for guests to experience them. Destinations include Alaska, Arabia, Asia, Australia & New Zealand, Canada & New England, the Caribbean, Costa Rica & the Panama Canal, Greece, Italy, the Middle East, the Mediterranean, Mexico, Northern Europe, the South Pacific and Tahiti.
WINDSTAR ADVISOR HUB
The Windstar Advisor Hub is the place to go for travel agents seeking the tools to sell this unique product. There you’ll find the latest Windstar news, access to training tools, sales tips and strategies and updates on current promotions. You’ll also have access to marketing collateral resources and can apply for access to bookWINDSTAR ONLINE, the company’s online booking system.
WINDSTAR CRUISES AGENT TRAINING
Selling a unique product requires specialized knowledge, which can all be found at the Windstar Advisor Hub. There you can learn all about the Windstar story, its ships and destinations. There’s also information on group programs, charters and incentives, as well as marketing tools and collateral.
AGENT RATES & FAMS
Windstar Cruises fam trip opportunities can be found under the Advisor Support tab at the Windstar Advisor Hub.
LOCAL AGENT SUPPORT
Under the Advisor Support tab at the Windstar Advisor Hub you’ll find contact information for inside and field sales members of the Windstar sales team.
AGENT MARKETING TOOLS
At the Windstar Advisor Hub you’ll find brochures, promotions, a library of PDFs, images and videos and a range of other marketing tools.