Windstar Cruises is offering a first look at the interior design of Star Seeker‘s dining and lounge venues. These first peek images of Amphora Restaurant, Main Lounge, and Yacht Club reveal how inspired design transforms the guest experience aboard this intimate 224-passenger yacht.The first-ever Star Class new build promises an extraordinary journey when it sets sail on its maiden voyage in December 2025, followed by a christening celebration in Miami on 15 January 2026.Amphora Restaurant: Culinary magic awaits in Windstar’s signature dining venue, where elegant multi-course dinners meet ocean views. As the official cruise line of the James Beard Foundation, Amphora regularly showcases exclusive dishes from celebrated James Beard Foundation chefs with no reservation needed. During the day, the restaurant takes on a more casual flair, where breakfast and lunch offerings include a vibrant buffet with live cooking stations and freshly prepared á la carte selections tailored to each guest.
Basil + Bamboo: Windstar’s newest specialty venue, Basil + Bamboo is where Mediterranean and Asian flavours meet. Unlike specialty dining venues on most cruise lines, this one is complimentary and serves up an exotic fusion of flavours each evening in an intimate setting. Reservations are recommended.Yacht Club: The social heart of Star Seeker beckons guests from sunrise to starlight. By day, this beloved gathering spot serves handcrafted coffee creations alongside quick bites for breakfast or a casual lunch. As evening falls, the space transforms into an intimate lounge where travelers unwind with cocktails and conversation, all accompanied by subtle melodies.Main Lounge: The vibrant pulse of Star Seeker comes alive in this central gathering space. By day, guests immerse themselves in enrichment presentations, port talks, and spirited trivia battles. By evening, the lounge transforms into an entertainment hub where live music and performances create the soundtrack for unforgettable voyages.“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 maximise versatility and enhance our signature Windstar small ship experience.”
In addition to the dining venues above, fire meets flavour at Star Grill, an open-air space that serves premium smoked, grilled, and barbecued meats, fresh seafood and vegetables for memorable lunch and dinner services. For ultimate convenience, complimentary 24-hour room service delivers directly to guest suites, including Amphora’s full dinner menu for those evenings when private dining feels just right.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 the cruise line is known for. Following its Miami christening on in January next year, Star Seeker will head to the Caribbean, then to Alaska in summer, before venturing to Japan followed by Southeast Asia.
