Windstar Cruises is marking its 40th anniversary season by launching two Mediterranean voyages in October where the ships will rendezvous for a special celebration. Guests looking to celebrate with Windstar can book either the Star Legend’s Aegean Sea Odyssey Via the Corinth Canal cruise departing 12Oct24 or the Wind Spirit’s Treasures of the Greek Isles cruise departing 23Oct24. The two vessels will converge in Kusadasi on 16Oct24 for a special celebration in the ancient city of Ephesus.

Founded by ship entrepreneurs Karl G. Andrén and Jean-Claude Potier, Windstar Cruises began as Windstar Sail Cruises in October of 1984 with motor sailing ships. Now with six small ships, three Wind Class sailing ships and three Star Class motor yachts, the line is considered the leader in small ship cruising and is experiencing a period of unprecedented success and growth, including the addition of two new all-suite motor yachts in 2025 and 2026

Windstar’s ruby anniversary officially kicks off on 26Oct24 when the 148-guest Wind Spirit and the 312-guest Star Legend come together for an event in the city of Ephesus for live music and a five-course dinner under the stars. This longtime, complimentary offering has been popular with Windstar guests over the years, which is why it was selected to mark the occasion.

Windstar will celebrate its 40-year anniversary across the fleet from October 2024 through October 2025 with additional activations and memorable moments – with more details to come. Guests should expect the following:

• Complimentary Ruby Anniversary cocktails served at a special 40 years of Windstar trivia event on board
• 40 years of Windstar trivia winners will be entered into a random drawing held in December 2025 to win a cruise for two aboard Star Seeker’s inaugural cruise
• Limited edition Seabags, a 40th anniversary series that is crafted from recycled Wind Surf sails, will be on board for purchase in the ship’s shops