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The Facts                                          

• 14,745 tons
• 613 foot long
• entered service Feb 1990
• 308 passengers
• 163 crew
• Passenger space ratio 47.8     (higher space ratio = more space per passenger)

Overview: Real sails power this ship, however the sails are only used when the winds are favourable, typically 15% of the time. The sails are computer controlled to give a smooth ride. Windstar ships offer an intimate cruise, with cabins that feel nautical.

Suitable for:  Adult couples and singles, who want a different experience to the large cruise liners. There is a marina that can be deployed at the back of the ship, which is fully equipped with watersports gear.

Cuisine. There is a pleasant restaurant, with open seating. There is also an alternative Bistro.

Spa facilities: There is a spa offering quality treatments, though small it is quite adequate for the number of passengers on board. There is also a gym.

Entertainment: There is no showlounge or shows. People choose Windstar cruises for the sailing and the atmosphere of the wind and the waves.