by Sarah Kuta
Last updated: 10:30 AM ET, Tue September 9, 2025
Windstar Cruises is launching new themed voyages for the 2025-26 season.
The brand’s new Themed Voyages Collection includes a variety of special-interest cruises, from art and yoga to maritime traditions.
“What I love about these new themed voyages is how they turn the whole ship into part of the adventure,” said Janet Bava, chief commercial officer of Windstar Cruises. “One cruise you’re learning to tie the perfect bowline or painting alongside a world-class artist, the next you’re dancing under the stars at a pirate party or deck BBQ. It’s the kind of small-ship magic only Windstar can provide.”
The “Masterpieces at Sea” voyages will be focused on art. Select sailings will feature a Fountainhead artist who is creating a mural or large installation in real time, plus another artist who offers hands-on painting workshops. An onboard art historian will offer lectures about the destinations’ artistic heritage. Off the ship, guests will also be able to participate in art-focused excursions led by the onboard guest artists.
The Masterpieces at Sea sailings are:
- Brushes & Tapas - November 14, 2025
- Europe Winter Riviera - February 20, 2026
- Mediterranean Island Mosaic - August 13, 2026
- Gems of the Leeward Islands - October 28, 2026
Windstar will also offer “Knot Your Average Crossing” voyages centered around seafaring traditions. Starting November 2025, these transatlantic sailings include hands-on enrichment programs on topics like knot tying, chart reading and star mapping. Guest speakers, like historian and journalist Joseph Novitski, will also share insights.
Guests can also book “Mind, Body, Spirit Collection” itineraries, during which yoga teacher and life coach Debbie Dixon leads daily sessions of yoga, meditation and breathwork. Guests can also enjoy juices from the pop-up Elixir Bar and get expert guidance from an additional onboard wellness coach.
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