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Windstar Cruises Unveils Renderings for Wind Star and Wind Spirit Renovations
New, Stylish Look is Part of Windstar’s $18 Million Fleet Refurbishment Plan
Seattle, January X, 2012 – Windstar Cruises, which operates a fleet of three luxury sailing yachts that explore
hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations, unveils renderings for Wind Star and
Wind Spirit renovations, which can be viewed on Windstar’s blog: blog.windstarcruises.com.
The renovations are part of Windstar’s previously announced $18 million fleet refurbishment plan. The vision for
the renovations is classic, stylish yacht luxury that dramatizes Windstar’s brand position of a “boutique yacht
vacation” that is “180 Degrees from Ordinary.” Each yacht will receive new furniture, upholstery, art, lighting, wall
coverings, carpeting, ceiling finishes, window treatments, and floor coverings. New furnishings will complete the
look in keeping with the chic, private yacht scheme. The design palette combines sand and marine colors
contrasting elegantly with the warmth of wood finishes, elevating the look and feel to stylish luxury at sea.
Wind Star and Wind Spirit will undergo complete renovations of staterooms, owner’s suite, and corridors after their
respective Costa Rica and Caribbean seasons. Staterooms will be transformed with new leather headboards, stately
arm chairs, linen wall coverings, new lighting features, elegant window coverings, plush wool carpeting, art work,
stylish bed cushions, and luxurious bed throws. The owner’s suite on each yacht will be additionally outfitted with
new furniture that is easily convertible to lounging, dining, or accommodating a third occupant.
In addition to accommodations and corridors, Wind Star’s public spaces will also be renovated including The
Restaurant, Veranda, Lounge, Pool Bar, Library, and WindSpa.
 The Restaurant will receive a complete makeover to create the excitement and drama of an exclusive
destination restaurant with luxurious neutral tones and curved design elements.
 The Veranda will be renewed with new lighting, fresh “market-style” buffet arrangements and reconfigured
indoor/outdoor seating.
 The Lounge will be contemporized with new furniture, soft goods, seating arrangements, window treatments
and AV system, creating an ideal, welcoming space for evening entertainment.
 The Pool Bar will be redesigned to offer a more engaging and upscale social experience and to create additional
alfresco seating for sunset dining at Candles Grill.
 The renovations to the Library space will create an intimate, luxurious cocoon for more contemplative pursuits.
 WindSpa will also receive an interior soft goods update, to reflect the sophistication and elegance of relaxing
with spa treatments at sea.
After the completion of work, both yachts begin their Mediterranean seasons with Wind Spirit starting April 15,
2012, and Wind Star beginning April 29, 2012.
Wind Spirit’s and Wind Surf’s public spaces will be refurbished in November 2012 before the start of their
December Caribbean seasons with Wind Spirit receiving the same public space refurbishments as Wind Star. Wind
Surf’s renovation encompasses the Lounge, The Restaurant, Degrees, Veranda, Compass Rose, WindSpa, Yacht
Club and Pool Bar.
 In the Lounge, wall-to-wall carpeting will be replaced with hard flooring accented with inset rugs, a
contemporary mix of furniture, lighter color palette and improved sound insulation around the casino.
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The Restaurant will be completed with a new seating layout, all new soft goods, and state-of-the art wine
display and storage.
Degrees Restaurant will be transformed into a Mediterranean bistro, anchored by a central wine bar for counter
dining as well as an inviting area to relax before and after dinner. Wine tastings and cooking demonstrations
will also be conducted here.
The Veranda’s outdoor seating will be significantly expanded, creating an ideal mid-ship area for enjoying
breakfast and lunch alfresco. The interior will include a new buffet, new lighting, and epicurean style display
counters.
The Compass Rose will be reconfigured to open up expansively to the adjoining outdoor deck, and its interior
completely renovated to reflect the sophisticated elegance of a private club.
The Pool Bar will sport new awnings for additional shade, new deck furniture, and improved outdoor dining
layout for Candles Grill.
This past December, as part of the refurbishment plan, Wind Surf’s accommodations and corridors were renovated.
The yacht’s staterooms now feature leather headboards, stately arm chairs, linen wall coverings, new lighting
features, elegant window coverings, plush wool carpeting, art work and stylish bed cushions. Suites were
additionally outfitted with new furniture that converts easily to lounging, dining, or accommodating a third
occupant. Corridors were completely renovated from floor to ceiling with new wall coverings, carpeting, ceiling
finishes, lighting and art work. To see Wind Surf’s new look for accommodations and corridors, visit Windstar’s
blog: blog.windstarcruises.com.
About Windstar Cruises
Windstar Cruises operates three sailing yachts known for their pampering without pretense and the ability to visit
hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world’s most treasured destinations. Carrying just 148 to 312 guests, the
luxurious yachts of Windstar cruise to nearly 50 nations, calling at 100 ports throughout Europe, the Caribbean and
the Americas. For more information including rates and itineraries, contact a travel professional or call Windstar at
800-258-7245. Visit Windstar Cruises online at WindstarCruises.com. Windstar Cruises can also be followed on
Windstar’s Facebook and Twitter fan pages.
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