Sarah Bretz, ContributorWindstar Cruises has announced details on the restaurants and lounges that will be found on its upcoming yacht Star Seeker. The line’s first Star class newbuild is scheduled to set sail this December and be christened in Miami on January 15, 2026.
Amphora Restaurant
Culinary magic awaits guests in Windstar’s signature dining venue, where guests will enjoy elegant multi-course dinners. There will be both indoor and outdoor seating, with a more casual atmosphere for breakfast and lunch and an elevated experience for dinner. Breakfast and lunch offerings will include a buffet with live cooking stations and freshly prepared a la carte selections tailored to each guest. Amphora will regularly showcase exclusive dishes from celebrated James Beard Foundation chefs.
Basil + Bamboo
A culinary journey awaits guests at Windstar Cruises’ newest specialty venue, where Mediterranean and Asian flavors meet. This specialty restaurant is complimentary and open for dinner. Reservations are recommended.
Yacht Club
The social heart of Star Seeker is a gathering spot where guests can grab coffee and quick bites during the day. As evening falls, the space transforms into an intimate lounge where passengers can unwind with cocktails, good conversation, and subtle melodies.
Main Lounge
The vibrant pulse of Star Seeker comes alive in this central gathering space. By day, guests can enjoy enrichment presentations, port talks, and trivia battles. When evening arrives, the lounge transforms into an entertainment hub where live music and performances create the soundtrack for unforgettable voyages. The much-anticipated and genuine crew talent show takes place in the main lounge every voyage too — a Windstar tradition.
Other Dining Options
Star Grill will be an open-air restaurant that serves premium smoked, grilled, and barbecued meats; plus fresh seafood and vegetables for lunch and dinner.
For the ultimate convenience, included 24-hour room service delivers directly to guest suites, including Amphora’s full dinner menu.
“Designing our first new build has been an exciting project for us,” said Stijn Creupelandt, chief operating officer, Windstar Cruises. “Every detail of the yacht’s layout has been carefully considered to maximize versatility and enhance our signature Windstar small ship experience.”
Star Seeker is a new twist on Windstar’s Star class yachts, with public spaces designed to serve daytime and evening roles to bring people together in the casual, welcoming atmosphere that Windstar is known for.
Following its Miami christening on January 15, 2026, Star Seeker will sail in the Caribbean and Alaska in the summer before heading to Japan and the exotic landscapes of southeast Asia.
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