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<\/a>\n\u201cAlaska is a place that rewards a more thoughtful way of traveling,\u201d says Tom Schofield, captain of Star Seeker. \u201cWhat excites me most is the access Star Seeker<\/i> allows \u2014 navigating deep into fjords, getting right up to glaciers, and connecting with smaller communities along the way. There\u2019s a sense of discovery here that stays with you. From the moment guests arrive, the experience feels deeply immersive, and I\u2019m proud to share it during our inaugural season.\u201d<\/p>
\nThe 2028 Alaska season includes 27 departures across six itineraries, sailing May through August. The program features a mix of seven-day voyages, longer 10- to 12-day journeys, Cruise Tours to Denali and extended Star Collector sailings. Several itineraries are designed as convenient one-week vacations, with departures and returns in Juneau, one of Alaska\u2019s most iconic destinations.<\/p>
\nWhy is Windstar the Best Way to See Alaska?<\/b><\/p>
\nWith Windstar\u2019s small yachts, guests experience glaciers at eye level, sailing deep into fjords like Endicott Arm, where towering ice formations and calving glaciers feel within reach. The journey also includes visits to lesser-known ports such as Wrangell, offering a more authentic and less crowded perspective on Alaska.<\/p>
\nSignature Expeditions launch directly from the ship, with guided kayak and Zodiac outings that explore quiet inlets, glacial shorelines and wildlife-rich waters. Expedition Guides sail onboard throughout the voyage, leading excursions and offering insight into the region\u2019s landscapes, ecosystems and history. Windstar\u2019s Cruise Tours to Denali National Park, home to North America\u2019s tallest peak, are a true differentiator. These programs are designed to give guests more time in Alaska\u2019s interior than other cruise lines, allowing travelers to fully experience Denali\u2019s vast wilderness and iconic scenery.<\/p>
\nWhat Can Guests Expect On Board?<\/b><\/p>
\nWith just 224 guests, the new 112-suite Star Seeker <\/i>yacht offers an intimate and friendly at-home feel. Nearly all accommodations feature a private veranda or a floor-to-ceiling infinity window that opens to the sea, showcasing Alaska\u2019s scenery throughout every voyage. Guests can expect open deck spaces for glacier viewing and a relaxed yacht-style atmosphere. As the Official Cruise Line of the James Beard Foundation, Windstar also offers a culinary program shaped by seasonal ingredients \u2013 salmon, venison, crab, halibut, beer, honey, jams and more \u2013 and destination-driven menus, along with multiple dining venues, including the specialty restaurant Basil + Bamboo. Enrichment speakers and musicians\/dancers come on board every voyage to share the culture and history of Alaska.<\/p>
\nWhere Will Windstar Sail in Alaska?<\/b><\/p>
\nWindstar\u2019s 2028 Alaska season features six itineraries that range from classic Inside Passage voyages to extended journeys. Itineraries can vary by date.<\/p>
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- \nScenic Alaska:<\/b><\/a> This 7-day classic Southeast Alaska journey sails between Vancouver B.C. and Juneau, AK (and reverse) and pairs close-up glacier cruising, abundant wildlife and time in ports like Sitka, Juneau, Wrangell, Ketchikan plus Dawes Glacier in Endicott Arm. In the small town of Wrangell, guests can explore totems downtown, petroglyphs on the beach and see Chief Shakes Tribal House.<\/li>\n
- \nAlaskan Splendors<\/b><\/a>:<\/b> This 10- or 11-day sailing from Vancouver B.C. to Seward, AK (or reverse) takes a deeper look at Alaska\u2019s most iconic landscapes with visits to Misty Fjords, Wrangell, Sitka, Endicott Arm with Dawes Glacier, Haines, Juneau and Kenai Fjords National Park. Whales, bears and historic gold rush towns are highlights.<\/li>\n
- \nAlaskan Explorations & Denali Cruise Tour<\/b><\/a>:<\/b> This broad Alaska experience includes 4 days touring inland combined with 10, 11, or 12 nights sailing from Vancouver to Seward, AK (or reverse). Guests can expect wildlife viewing for caribou, Dall sheep and grizzly bears in Denali, a riverboat excursion in Fairbanks, rail journeys and optional opportunities to get closer to glaciers by kayak or dogsled.<\/li>\n
- \nAlaskan Coastal Adventures & Denali Discovery Cruise Tours<\/b><\/a>:<\/b> This 11-day cruise tour balances coastal exploration, along with extended time to explore inland and see wildlife in Denali National Park. Cruise between Juneau and Vancouver (or reverse) to explore Southeast Alaska and then go inland to Talkeetna, Denali and Fairbanks with included tours.<\/li>\n
- \nStar Collector: Alaska Discovery & Pacific Crossing<\/b><\/a>:<\/b> This extended 24-day journey explores Alaska\u2019s fjords, wildlife and frontier towns, followed by unhurried days at sea as the ship sails from Vancouver, B.C., explores Southeast Alaska and continues across the Pacific to Tokyo (or reverse).<\/li>\n
- \nStar Collector: Alaska Adventures & Wonders of Japan<\/b><\/a>:<\/b> Offered in May and August, this longer voyage of 33 days sails between Vancouver B.C. and either Tokyo or Osaka, Japan. Explore Southeast Alaska combined with an ocean crossing - a mix of major cities and smaller ports, nature and wildlife in Alaska and sea time to unwind.<\/li>\n<\/ul>
\nWhy Book Early?<\/b><\/p>
\nWindstar\u2019s Early Booking Offer<\/a> rewards travelers who plan ahead with the best fares and stateroom selection on these limited-capacity voyages.<\/p>
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- \nBest Selection:<\/b> Guests can secure preferred sailing dates, itineraries and stateroom categories before voyages fill.<\/li>\n
- \nMore Savings:<\/b> Travelers who pay in full at the time of booking receive an additional five percent savings.<\/li>\n
- \nLimited-Time Offer:<\/b> The Early Booking Offer is available through June 30, 2026, with fares expected to increase as demand grows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>
\nFor guests looking to travel sooner, Windstar also offers Alaska sailings onboard Star Seeker<\/i> in 2026 and 2027.<\/p>
\nThe Best Way to Experience Alaska<\/b><\/p>
\nWith limited capacity, deeper destination access and a focus on small-ship exploration, Windstar\u2019s 2028 Alaska season<\/a> offers the best way to experience one of the world\u2019s most sought-after destinations, especially for travelers who plan ahead.<\/p>
\nFor more information, visit WindstarCruises.com, contact a Windstar vacation planner<\/a> or call 866-258-7245<\/p>
\nWindstar Cruises Images here<\/a>, credit to Windstar Cruises.<\/p>
\nAbout Windstar Cruises<\/span><\/i>:<\/i><\/b><\/p>
\nFor four decades, Windstar Cruises has been reimagining small-ship cruising with a distinctive blend of relaxed luxury and genuine connection to the world\u2019s most captivating destinations. From its origins with motor sailing yachts tailored for upscale yet casual travel, Windstar has grown into a diverse fleet of four Star Class all-suite yachts\u2014including its newest addition of Star Seeker <\/i>in December 2025\u2014and three Wind Class sailing yachts, offering voyages that are both intimate and inspiring. Its highly anticipated yacht, Star Explorer, is set to debut in December 2026, expanding the fleet to eight yachts accommodating 150-350 guests. Windstar\u2019s 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.<\/p>
\nWindstar Cruises is proud to be part of the Xanterra Travel Collection\u00ae, 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\u00ae is owned by The Anschutz Corporation, the ultimate owner of the Broadmoor, Sea Island, and entertainment giant AEG, Anschutz Entertainment Group.<\/p>
\nSarah Scoltock, Director of Public Relations, Windstar Cruises \/ sarah.scoltock@windstarcruises.com<\/a><\/i>
With the new yacht just days into its inaugural Alaska summer season, Windstar opens additional 2028 Star Seeker Alaska sailings with a limited-time Early Booking OfferMIAMI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As Windstar Cruises’ new Star Seeker yacht navigates Alaska…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5060","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-infos-businesswire"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5060","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=5060"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5060\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5061,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5060\/revisions\/5061"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=5060"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=5060"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=5060"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
- \nMore Savings:<\/b> Travelers who pay in full at the time of booking receive an additional five percent savings.<\/li>\n
- \nAlaskan Splendors<\/b><\/a>:<\/b> This 10- or 11-day sailing from Vancouver B.C. to Seward, AK (or reverse) takes a deeper look at Alaska\u2019s most iconic landscapes with visits to Misty Fjords, Wrangell, Sitka, Endicott Arm with Dawes Glacier, Haines, Juneau and Kenai Fjords National Park. Whales, bears and historic gold rush towns are highlights.<\/li>\n