Windstar Unveils 2026/2027 Caribbean and Latin America Voyages

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 27, 2025--

Windstar Cruises today announced 35 sailings on 10 different itineraries across four yacht-style ships in the Caribbean and Latin America for Winter 2026/2027, including daylight Panama Canal transits, first-time shore excursions and new Cruise Tours to Machu Picchu.

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“Windstar offers a quieter, more intimate take on the Caribbean, visiting smaller islands that larger ships can’t access—from the unspoiled beaches and coral reefs of the Grenadines to the French flair and Creole culture of Guadeloupe,” said Michele Hanson, product development manager at Windstar Cruises. “Guests also love our Watersports Marina, which opens frequently in the Caribbean and lets you dive right in—whether it’s kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, or just relaxing on a float.”

With the release of new 2026 and 2027 voyages, Windstar now offers the most extensive collection of Caribbean and Latin America itineraries in its history. The expansion includes the debut of Star Seeker, sailing in the Caribbean during winter 2026, giving travelers more yachts, more choices, and more opportunities for winter getaways.

Caribbean Your Way

Think you know the Caribbean? Think again. Any week November through March, Windstar has a weeklong small-ship Caribbean itinerary available from San Juan, San Maarten, or both. Guests can indulge in extensive use of Windstar's iconic Marina platform in the BVIs, sail into tiny ports that big ships skip—like Anguilla and Jost Van Dyke—and experience a taste of Windstar’s Signature Beach Barbecue in Virgin Gorda and Mayreau in the Grenadines.

And with Windstar, no two sailings are alike:

New Caribbean shore excursions take you rum tasting in Puerto Plata, by boat to the caves and mangroves of Haitises National Park in Samana, snorkeling at Horseshoe Reef in the Tobago Cays and cooking like a local with a French Creole cooking and mixology class led by a local chef in Marigot.

Latin America Unlocked

Perhaps the biggest news in Windstar’s Latin America itineraries lies beyond the sea with a cruise tour that combines Machu Picchu with its classic 7-night Costa Rica & Panama Canal itinerary. The 5-night pre- or post-cruise package features a half-day guided tour of the ancient, terraced landscape, roundtrip Vistadome train ride and visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cusco.

Back on the water, Windstar’s Latin American itineraries span three of the line’s ships: Star Legend, Wind Star and Star Pride. The Panama Canal is brought to life with daylight transits narrated by onboard experts in what feels like a river cruise for the day. Returning this season is Panama Canal, Cartagena, San Blas Islands & More, a guest-favorite onboard Star Pride that unfolds with vivid contrasts: the remote & pristine beaches and rich indigenous culture of San Blas Islands; Cartagena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded by 400-year-old walls; and Bocas del Toro, where colorful seaside villages open into coral reefs, mangroves and a rainforest alive with red frogs and sloths. Guests can snorkel in crystal-clear waters with giant manta rays, paddle alongside dolphins or relax at a Signature Beach Barbecue on a secluded stretch of sand.

On Naturally Costa Rica voyages aboard Star Legend or Star Pride, guests wander among the Jurassic landscapes of Manuel Antonio National Park, where dense jungle is alive with flashes of colorful birds, sloths, and playful capuchin monkeys; glide through winding mangroves on a guided boat tour, and set sail on a catamaran along the Gold Coast’s Playa Flamingo—each moment offering an intimate look at Costa Rica’s untamed beauty.

Diving in on Land

Pre- and post-cruise land tours let guests make the most of their time. Before or after their voyage, guests can deepen the adventure hiking through Costa Rica’s emerald-green cloud forests, soaking in natural hot springs near Arenal Volcano, or spotting toucans and monkeys among cascading jungle waterfalls. At Machu Picchu in Peru, guests can stand in the shadows of Incan temples and watch morning mist rise over the Andes. Each pre- or post-cruise experience offers a rich, cinematic backdrop to Windstar’s tropical escapes.

A Taste of Both

Within the new 2026/2027 season, there are also 22 Star Collector voyages on eight different itineraries. For those who want to experience it all, Star Collector Voyages combine multiple itineraries into one seamless journey—like the new 16-night Latin American Explorer itinerary and 70-night Grand Star Collector from Istanbul to Costa Rica. These longer sailings offer more days at sea, complimentary laundry, and deeper cultural immersion. Learn more about our Star Collector series here.

Need to Know

Images Here with credit to Windstar Cruises.

About Windstar Cruises:

For four decades, Windstar Cruises has been reimagining small-ship cruising with a distinctive blend of relaxed luxury and genuine connection to the world’s most captivating destinations. From its origins with motor sailing yachts tailored for upscale yet casual travel, Windstar has grown into a diverse fleet of three Star Class all-suite yachts and three Wind Class sailing yachts, offering voyages that are both intimate and inspiring. Two highly anticipated new yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer, set to debut in December 2025 and 2026, expand the fleet to eight yachts accommodating 150-350 guests. Windstar’s legendary Wind Class sailing yachts are also undergoing a meticulous two-phase redesign to be completed by 2027. Windstar yachts sail to more than 330 ports across Europe, the Caribbean, Costa Rica and the Panama Canal, Alaska, Canada and New England, Japan, the South Pacific, and Asia. Unlike most cruise lines, Windstar sails year-round in the Mediterranean and Tahiti, offering different destination experiences seasonally. Each Windstar voyage is designed to immerse guests in authentic cultural experiences, all while delivering the comfort, service, and style that define the Windstar difference.

Windstar Cruises is proud to be part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, a distinguished group of global hospitality and travel companies with a legacy spanning over a hundred years. Xanterra operates iconic national parks, including Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Glacier, and Death Valley. The Xanterra Travel Collection® is owned by The Anschutz Corporation, the ultimate owner of the Broadmoor, Sea Island, and entertainment giant AEG, Anschutz Entertainment Group.

Wind Surf sails in the Caribbean, near Jost van Dyke

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Coach Steve Kerr spoke with Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga during the morning shootaround Thursday about the player's situation being out of the rotation for more than a month now with expectations he will be traded before the deadline next month.

“We talked this morning and that’s all private,” Kerr said. “I will keep coaching him, he’ll be part of the team, he’ll be here. It is what it is.”

Kerr discounted any issues between them as being reason Kuminga has reportedly requested a trade from the team after not being used in the last 14 games since Dec. 18 and 17 of 18 — though he has been listed as injured for nine games this season.

“Our relationship is fine,” Kerr said before Golden State's 126-113 win over the New York Knicks. “There's not a whole lot I can say about the other stuff. It is what it is, difficult situation for everybody and part of this league, part of the job. We just keep moving forward.”

Kuminga has been training much of the time on his own, shooting on the Warriors’ practice floor out of the eyes of fans at Chase Center. He wears a black hood over his head on the end of the bench during games. Perhaps Kuminga and the Warriors weren't a great fit from Day 1 — not that it's his fault — and he might be eager to leave and start fresh elsewhere. If so, the Golden State brass might want to make sure he doesn't get hurt before trying to trade him.

Yet nobody has taken issue with his work ethic, at least not publicly. Kuminga, selected seventh overall in the 2021 draft, has been known to stay long after games shooting on the arena's main floor.

“It’s not a distraction at all. It’s a very unique situation but our job is just to keep playing, keep winning, it’ll resolve itself one way or the other,” Stephen Curry said.

The 23-year-old from the Democratic Republic of the Congo has appeared in just 18 games total with 13 starts, averaging 11.8 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.6 assists.

On Sept. 30, he agreed to a two-year contract that could be worth up to $46.5 million if the team were to exercise its option for 2026-27. Kuminga had had a $7.9 million qualifying offer in hand since June 29 but was also weighing other options and he missed media day.

He has long had the support and confidence of teammates — like Jimmy Butler saying he has been having Kuminga over and continuing to encourage him.

“We love JK in this locker room, that's not going to change,” Butler said postgame. “If he happens to not be in here, we'll still rock with JK. I speak for everybody. We love the guy. I wish him the best here, I wish him the best wherever. It doesn't change. We don't listen to the noise, I hope he don't listen to the noise he keep coming here with a smile doing what he's supposed to do and being the ultimate pro.”

Kuminga missed much of last season with a right ankle injury. He averaged 15.3 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 24.3 minutes over 47 games with 10 starts. He also scored 15.3 points per game over eight playoff games while shooting 48.4% from the floor and making 40% of his 3-point attempts. That included a career-best 30-point performance in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Kerr said the uncertainty around Kuminga's future “won't be a distraction.”

“Jonathan's a great young guy, his teammates like him,” Kerr said. "He's handling himself well.”

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Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga, middle, sits near the team bench during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks in San Francisco, Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (1) and Utah Jazz center Oscar Tshiebwe (34) swap jerseys after the Warriors defeat the Jazz during an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Justine Willard)