18-night Star Collector: Deep Dive Into the Blue: Underwater Worlds of the Caribbean

February 17, 2026

Windstar Cruises: Wind Surf

Cozumel/St. Maarten

Vacation Offer ID 1512978

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From $5,515

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Overview

Ship Info

Activities & Services

Staterooms

Deckplans

The Signature Collection – Exclusive Amenities
The Signature Collection Sailings offer Exceptional Value and Exclusive Amenities.

Cruise Inclusions

18-night Cruise
Meals
Entertainment

Available Add-Ons

Optional shore excursions.
Optional roundtrip airfare.

Destination Guide
Suggested Shore Excursions

Destination	Arrival	Departure
Cozumel Cozumel 02/17/2026 The Mesamerican Barrier Reef spans 14 miles around the Mexican island of Cozumel and the impressive marine diversity here makes it an excellent place for snorkeling and diving. Chankanaab, an eco-park surrounding a lagoon offers underwater caverns that are home to dolphins, manatees and sea turtles. Or take a ferry ride over to the mainland to explore the beaches of Playa del Carmen.	02/17/2026	02/17/2026
At Sea	02/18/2026	02/18/2026
Grand Cayman (George Town) Grand Cayman (George Town) 02/19/2026 The largest of the Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman is known for its beautiful beaches and coral reefs. Seven Mile Beach, for one is a long stretch of white sand, calm turquoise waters and shops and restaurants. Stingray City is the most popular attraction where the stingrays can be touched, fed and even held. The island has one cross-country walking path, the Mastic Trail and horseback riding on the beach may be the best way to experience the beauty of this place.	02/19/2026	02/19/2026
Cayman Brac Cayman Brac 02/20/2026 On tiny Cayman Brac, The Bluff, a limestone cliff running the length of the island contains numerous caves including the Bat Cave. It is a nature lover’s dream of lovely secluded beaches and lush green forests. Birdwatchers can search for endangered parrots, brown boobies and peregrine falcons or see the parrots at the Parrot Reserve. The hiking trails that crisscross the island lead to historic sites, reptilian habitats and unusual flora.	02/20/2026	02/20/2026
Port Antonio Port Antonio 02/21/2026 Known as the gateway to the nearby Reach Falls, with its series of cascades tumbling from pool to pool, John Crow Mountains and tropical jungles, Port Antonio is a delightful hodgepodge of markets, street vendors, greenery, beaches and Georgian architecture. Experience the fun of taking a bamboo raft down the Rio River and don’t miss the world famous bottomless Blue Lagoon.	02/21/2026	02/21/2026
At Sea	02/22/2026	02/22/2026
Santo Domingo Santo Domingo 02/23/2026 La Capital, as Santo Domingo is affectionately known, is a UNESCO site and one of the oldest cities in the Caribbean, with Zona Colonial buildings dating back to the 1500s. Santo Domingo is also considered the most modern metropolis in the Caribbean doing a great job of converging old and new. At the heart of the Zona Colonial, a pedestrian-friendly maze of cobblestones and interesting architecture is the first cathedral built in the New World. Find time to sample the aromatic coffee and cacao.	02/23/2026	02/23/2026
Casa de Campo Casa de Campo 02/24/2026 La Romana has something for every outdoor lover. White-sand beaches, pristine coral reefs, shallow and extreme depth waters teeming with marine life, fields of sugar cane, and cave-riddled forests where Taino rock art and fresh-water springs can be found. It is also home to the renowned Casa de Campo Resort with its award-winning golf course and 16th century Altos de Chavon, an amazing replica of a Mediterranean village.	02/24/2026	02/24/2026
At Sea	02/25/2026	02/25/2026
Jost Van Dyke Jost Van Dyke 02/26/2026 For an island comprised of a mere eight square miles, it’s amazing how much there is to do on Jost Van Dyke. Visit the national park on nearby Diamond Cay, snorkel among swaying sponges and angelfish at Sandy Spit, or pilot your own boat around Sir Francis Drake Waterway. After all that, you’ll be ready for an evening drink on the beach — where you can admire your Windstar ship aglow in the harbor.	02/26/2026	02/26/2026
Virgin Gorda Virgin Gorda 02/27/2026 The beautiful Bank Barrier coral reef wavers just beneath you as your ship makes the break to the bird sanctuary of Prickly Pear Island, so named because it is dotted with prickly pear cacti. Althought uninhabited, it does have a beach bar and water sports facilities. Not far away lies the curious assembly of house-sized boulders called “The Baths,” which form huge underground pools and caverns	02/27/2026	02/27/2026
St. Maarten (Philipsburg) St. Maarten (Philipsburg) 02/28/2026 Pastel-colored buildings and shops filled with tempting souvenirs herald your arrival to bustling Philipsburg. Situated near the harbor on the Dutch side of St. Maarten, Philipsburg owes its discovery to Christopher Columbus in 1493. Today, celebrated Front Street is home to a number of local Creole restaurants as well as jewelry stores, stylish boutiques, and lively casinos for visitors seeking an upbeat island experience.	02/28/2026	02/28/2026
Charlestown Charlestown 03/01/2026 This capital of Nevis with its narrow streets and brightly painted Victorian and Georgian stone buildings is full of colonial history. Alexander Hamilton lived here as a child and you can see the ruins of the Hamilton Estate. Lovely Pinney’s Beach is nearby and a group of volunteers work at night tagging sea turtles here and on the other beautiful beaches. Walk the main street and check out the Museum of Nevis History, St. Thomas Lowland Church and the Nevisian Heritage Village to name a few of the historic sites here.	03/01/2026	03/01/2026
Roseau, Dominica Roseau, Dominica 03/02/2026 Get ready for a full day with plenty to do. Snorkel alongside brilliant parrot fish in the bubbly waters of Champagne Beach. Take a break to enjoy more than 150 species of plants and brilliant red-necked Jaco parrots at the botanical gardens. If you’re up for an optional hike, don’t miss Boiling Lake and the Valley of Desolation at Dominica’s Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.	03/02/2026	03/02/2026
Pigeon Island, St. Lucia Pigeon Island, St. Lucia 03/03/2026 The UNESCO site Pitons’ with their two majestic volcanic peaks and 24 miles of vibrant coral reef welcome you to St. Lucia. Nearby Pigeon Island National Park features impressive ruins of English forts, archaeological relics of Arawak Indians, and splendid beaches.	03/03/2026	03/03/2026
Iles des Saintes Iles des Saintes 03/04/2026 This is the Caribbean as you’ve always imagined it, with yacht-filled harbors set against volcanic mountains and endless stretches of palm-fringed beach. The underwater world here attracted the likes of Jacques Cousteau, but even novice snorkelers will enjoy exploring these impossibly blue waters.	03/04/2026	03/04/2026
Gustavia Gustavia 03/05/2026 Affectionately known as St. Barts, the Caribbean’s most chic island adds a French flair to Riviera-like beaches and duty-free boutiques. Walk past gingerbread cottages in search of celebrities, shop for designer fashions, or sip the island’s signature ti punch as kite surfers fly by.	03/05/2026	03/05/2026
Basseterre, St. Kitts Basseterre, St. Kitts 03/06/2026 With Georgian architecture situated against an irresistible backdrop of emerald green hills, Basseterre is one of the loveliest of the Caribbean’s small capitals. Beyond town, more than a quarter of St. Kitts has been set aside as Brimstone Hill Fortress national Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.	03/06/2026	03/06/2026
St. Maarten (Philipsburg) St. Maarten (Philipsburg) 03/07/2026 Pastel-colored buildings and shops filled with tempting souvenirs herald your arrival to bustling Philipsburg. Situated near the harbor on the Dutch side of St. Maarten, Philipsburg owes its discovery to Christopher Columbus in 1493. Today, celebrated Front Street is home to a number of local Creole restaurants as well as jewelry stores, stylish boutiques, and lively casinos for visitors seeking an upbeat island experience.	03/07/2026	03/07/2026

On any day, the 342-guest flagship, Wind Surf, the world’s largest sailing ship, draws admiring glances as she glides majestically into port with her tall sails billowing and her beauty is far more than skin deep. During their cruise, you will find the perfect setting for ‘making an entrance’ in the beautiful reception area.

Ship Statistics

Maiden Voyage: 1990
Last Refurbished: 2019
Registry: Bahamas
Gross Tonnage: 14,745
Beam: 66 ft (20.1 m)
Maximum Speed: 12 knots
Ship Length: 535 ft (163.1 m)
Passenger Capacity: 342
Number of Crew: 210
Crew Nationality: International

Number of Staterooms: 150
Number of Suites: 21
Dining / Restaurants: 5
Pool: Yes
Number of Decks: 6
Spa: Yes
Bars / Lounges: 4
Fitness Center: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Dining

Veranda

It's breakfast alfresco, full service or buffet-style, anytime till 9:30 a.m. No need to hurry. Again, the choices are many in Veranda. Choose the sumptuous, seemingly endless buffet. Or, order from the lunch menu between noon and 2:30 p.m. / Here’s the perfect place for a romantic tete-a-tete under the stars in Candles, Windstar’s signature outdoor restaurant transformed by night into a dreamlike paradise. Delectable cuisine, memorable surroundings, inspired wine pairings.

Bars & Lounges

Onboard Activities

Outdoor Activities

Wellness

Oceanview

Ocean View Stateroom (B) $5,515

Category: B
Deck One

Size: 188 square feet (18 square meters). Stylish comfort and ocean views welcome you in 188 square feet of beautifully designed comfort. Your queen bed (which can be separated as twins if you prefer) is swathed in luxurious Egyptian cotton linens. Before or after you enjoy an invigorating massage shower with soothing L’Occitane® bath products, wrap up in your waffle-weave robe, have a snack from the fresh fruit bowl, or simply stretch out and smell the flowers. Note: Staterooms with 3rd Berths: 117–139; all suites (excluding 501). Staterooms with One Queen Size Bed Only (no twin option): 101, 102, 157, 301-304.

Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom (BX) $5,915

Category: BX
Deck One

Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom (TX) $7,315

Category: TX
Deck Three

Guarantee Stateroom (Y) Call for pricing

Category: Y

With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your reservation has been completed and paid in full up to the day of sailing.

Suite

Bridge Suite (BS) Call for pricing

Category: BS
Bridge

Size: 495 square feet (46 square meters). The ultimate in space and style surrounds you in 495 square feet of pure indulgence. Separate bedroom and living room with an in-suite dining area is an invitation to relaxation. And possibly best of all, your expansive bathroom features both a whirlpool spa tub and a massage shower.

Bridge Suite (BRS) Call for pricing

Category: BRS

Rates are cruise only, per person, based on double occupancy and include government fees/taxes of $116. Optional transfers and airfare (unless otherwise stated) additional for all guests.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy and include government fees and taxes. Optional airfare and transfers additional.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

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