Windstar Cruises luxury itinerary

Star Explorer January 30-February 23 2027 Cruise & Offers

VENICE to BARCELONA

VoyageEX20270130-24D DatesJanuary 30-February 23 2027 Duration24 nights ShipStar Explorer

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Star Explorer January 30-February 23 2027 route map from VENICE to BARCELONA
Star Explorer · Voyage EX20270130-24D · VENICE to BARCELONA · local schematic map based on the published itinerary sequence

January 30-February 23 2027 · Voyage EX20270130-24D

Ports & shore experiences

Each destination is shown once. Select a destination to reveal every published call date and time, its voyage-specific overview, and exact shore experiences currently listed for this departure.

16 destination panels · 104 verified voyage-specific shore experiences · 2 panels with planning notices

Official voyage overview

Embark on a quiet-season adventure along the Mediterranean's southern shores as you sail through the Adriatic to Gibraltar. Sail between Venice’s Grand Canal to Barcelona's hallmark baroque and gothic architecture. Take in the beauty of Croatia in the winter and enjoy stunning landscapes dusted with snow, seasonal markets, and authentic tranquil old towns. Hone your pizza-making skills in Naples or head inland for ancient artwork in Pompeii's ghostly ruins. Partake in wine tastings and stand close to Roman and Florentine artifacts like Michelangelo’s David. Browse Nice artisan shops rich in handcrafted carvings and fine clothing, then enjoy lunches at trendy French restaurants.

January 30-31, 2027 VENICE Italy · 2-day overnight call · 2 listed experiences

About VENICE

VENICE gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Sail between Venice’s Grand Canal to Barcelona's hallmark baroque and gothic architecture. This context places the destination within the Mediterranean route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Venice, Islands of Venetian Lagoon - Murano & Burano (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Venice, Mask Making Experience & St Marks Square — Moderate-Strenuous activity

Published call times

  • January 30, 2027 · Embarkation · Departure 23:59 · Overnight stay
  • January 31, 2027 · Embarkation · Departure 15:30 · Overnight stay
February 1, 2027 ZADAR Croatia · Arrival 07:30 · Departure 18:00 · 9 listed experiences

About ZADAR

ZADAR is a Windstar destination in Croatia within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Wine and Salt Stories, Zadar by Tuk Tuk & Flavors & Sights of Zadar. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Zadar Highlights & Rural Estate Visit (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Zadar, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Zadar, Wine and Salt Stories (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Zadar, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Zadar, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Zadar, Flavors & Sights of Zadar (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Zadar, Dalmatian Origins & Sibenik (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Zadar, Zadar by Tuk Tuk (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Zadar, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity

Published call times

  • February 1, 2027 · Arrival 07:30 · Departure 18:00
February 2-3, 2027 DUBROVNIK Croatia · 2-day overnight call · 11 listed experiences

About DUBROVNIK

DUBROVNIK is a Windstar destination in Croatia within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Lemon Gardens Experience, Old Town Walking Tour & Old Town Highlights. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Dubrovnik, Old Town Highlights (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity
  • Dubrovnik, Old Town Walking Tour — Moderate activity
  • Dubrovnik, Concierge Collection: Cooking Lunch with Locals at Miloslavic Family Home — Moderate activity
  • Dubrovnik, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private VAN & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Dubrovnik, Concierge Collection: Exclusive Wine Experience with Karaman Family — Moderate activity
  • Dubrovnik, Best of Traditional Dubrovnik (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Dubrovnik, Historic Dubrovnik & Wine Tasting (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Dubrovnik, Concierge Collection: Lemon Gardens Experience — Moderate activity
  • Dubrovnik, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Dubrovnik, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private CAR & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Dubrovnik, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private CAR & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity

Published call times

  • February 2, 2027 · Arrival 13:00 · Departure 23:59 · Overnight stay
  • February 3, 2027 · Departure 18:00 · Overnight stay
February 4, February 14 & February 21, 2027 Sea Days International waters · No separately published port call

Published sea days aboard Star Explorer

The official Windstar timetable names no port call on February 4, February 14 & February 21, 2027. These dates are grouped once as Sea Days; no onboard activity, route detail, or shore program has been inferred.

Shore planning

No shore experience applies to these Sea Days. Windstar's daily onboard program is confirmed aboard and is not estimated on this page.

Published call times

  • February 4, 2027 · No separately published port call
  • February 14, 2027 · No separately published port call
  • February 21, 2027 · No separately published port call
February 5, 2027 MESSINA, TAORMINA Italy · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 15:00 · 7 listed experiences

About MESSINA, TAORMINA

MESSINA, TAORMINA is a Windstar destination in Italy within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Messina Walking Tour, Half Day Private Car & Guide & Half Day Private Van & Guide. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Messina, In the Steps of the Godfather (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity
  • Messina, Scenic Mt Etna (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Messina, Concierge Collection: Wine Tasting at Gambino Winery (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Messina, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Messina, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Messina, Messina Walking Tour (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Messina, Classic Taormina (Moderate) — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • February 5, 2027 · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 15:00
February 6, 2027 NAPLES Italy · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 16:00 · 6 listed experiences

About NAPLES

NAPLES gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Hone your pizza-making skills in Naples or head inland for ancient artwork in Pompeii's ghostly ruins. This context places the destination within the Mediterranean route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Naples, Royal Palace of Caserta — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Naples, Pompei — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Naples, Herculaneum — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Naples, Concierge Collection, Half Day Private Car with Guide — Easy activity
  • Naples, Naples City Tour — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Naples, Concierge Collection, Half Day Private Van with Guide — Easy activity

Published call times

  • February 6, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 16:00
February 7, 2027 CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME Italy · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00

About CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME

CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME is a Windstar destination in Italy within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Half Day Private CAR with Driverguide, Half Day Private VAN with Driverguide & Rome Orientation Tour w/ Transfer to Hotel. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed below.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Windstar data for this exact call. Deluxe Cruises can help review the confirmed program closer to departure.

Published call times

  • February 7, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00
February 8-9, 2027 LIVORNO Italy · 2-day overnight call · 9 listed experiences

About LIVORNO

LIVORNO is a Windstar destination in Italy within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Truffle Hunting with Lunch, Half Day Private Van & Tuscany Countryside & Montecarlo di Lucca & Lunch & Il Poggio. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Livorno, Florence Full Day with Accademia & Santa Croce Church (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Livorno, Lucca, the Fortress City & Pisa (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Livorno, Siena & San Gimignano Full Day with Wine Tasting and Lunch — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Livorno, Truffle Hunting with Lunch — Moderate activity
  • Livorno, Full Day Private Van with Guide – Florence (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Livorno, Florence On Your Own (Moderate-Strenuous) — Easy activity
  • Livorno, Full Day Private Van (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Livorno, Tuscany Countryside & Montecarlo di Lucca & Lunch & Il Poggio Farmhouse w/ Lunch (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Livorno, Half Day Private Van (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity

Published call times

  • February 8, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 23:59 · Overnight stay
  • February 9, 2027 · Departure 22:00 · Overnight stay
February 10, 2027 GENOA Italy · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 22:00 · 3 listed experiences

About GENOA

GENOA is a Windstar destination in Italy within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Panoramic Genoa, Genoa Unesco Museums & Local Market & Genoa City Tour & Local Market. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Genoa, Panoramic Genoa — Easy activity
  • Concierge Collection: Rapallo Foodie Tour & Pesto Making with Guido — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Genoa, Genoa Unesco Museums & Local Market — Moderate-Strenuous activity

Published call times

  • February 10, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 22:00
February 11-12, 2027 NICE France · 2-day overnight call · 9 listed experiences

About NICE

NICE gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Browse Nice artisan shops rich in handcrafted carvings and fine clothing, then enjoy lunches at trendy French restaurants. This context places the destination within the Mediterranean route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Nice, St Paul De Vence (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Nice, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Nice, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private CAR & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Nice, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Nice, Concierge Collection: Full day Private VAN & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Nice, Eze & Villa Rothschild (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Nice, Monaco and Monte Carlo (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate activity
  • Nice, Concierge Collection: Old Antibes & Absinthe Tasting (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Nice, Nice Walking Tour (Moderate) — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • February 11, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 23:59 · Overnight stay
  • February 12, 2027 · Departure 13:00 · Overnight stay
February 13, February 15 & February 23, 2027 BARCELONA Spain · 3-day overnight call · 3 listed experiences

About BARCELONA

BARCELONA gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Sail between Venice’s Grand Canal to Barcelona's hallmark baroque and gothic architecture. This context places the destination within the Mediterranean route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Barcelona, Barcelona Sights & Tapas — Strenuous activity
  • Barcelona, Vilarnau Cava Winery & Barcelona (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Barcelona, Gaudi’s Barcelona & Parc Guell (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • February 13, 2027 · Arrival 13:00 · Departure 23:59 · Overnight stay
  • February 15, 2027 · Departure 16:00 · Overnight stay
  • February 23, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Disembarkation
February 16, 2027 VALENCIA Spain · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00 · 9 listed experiences

About VALENCIA

VALENCIA is a Windstar destination in Spain within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Biking in Valencia, Requena Caves & Wine Tasting & Valencia Highlights. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Valencia, Valencia Highlights (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Valencia, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Valencia, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Valencia, Biking in Valencia (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity
  • Valencia, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Valencia, Requena Caves & Wine Tasting (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Valencia, Discover the Charm of Paella in Barraca
  • Valencia, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Valencia, The Oceanographic: Behind the Scenes (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity

Published call times

  • February 16, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00
February 17, 2027 CARTAGENA, SPAIN Spain · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 15:00 · 6 listed experiences

About CARTAGENA, SPAIN

CARTAGENA, SPAIN is a Windstar destination in Spain within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Journey to Murcia, Cartagena on Foot & Tapas Tasting & Cartagena Highlights and the Roman Theatre. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Cartagena, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private CAR (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Cartagena, Concierge Collection: The Spanish Horse (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Cartagena on Foot & Tapas Tasting (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Cartagena, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Cartagena Highlights and the Roman Theatre (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Cartagena, Journey to Murcia (Moderate) — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • February 17, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 15:00
February 18, 2027 GIBRALTAR Gibraltar · Arrival 13:00 · Departure 22:00 · 7 listed experiences

About GIBRALTAR

GIBRALTAR gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Embark on a quiet-season adventure along the Mediterranean's southern shores as you sail through the Adriatic to Gibraltar. This context places the destination within the Mediterranean route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Gibraltar, Exclusive Mayor’s Parlour & Hidden Gems of Gibraltar (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Gibraltar, Concierge Collection: Panoramic E-Bike (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity
  • Gibraltar: Gibraltar Walking Tour Upper Rock (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Gibraltar, Luxury Yacht Experience (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Gibraltar: City Under Seige (Moderate) — Strenuous activity
  • Gibraltar, Sunset Luxury Yacht Experience (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Gibraltar: Gibraltar Highlights (Moderate) — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • February 18, 2027 · Arrival 13:00 · Departure 22:00
February 19-20, 2027 MALAGA Spain · 2-day overnight call · 13 listed experiences

About MALAGA

MALAGA is a Windstar destination in Spain within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Malaga Panoramic Tour, Malaga & Picasso Walking Tour & Cooking Paella in Malaga. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Malaga, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private VAN (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Malaga, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private CAR (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Malaga, Concierge Collection: Cooking Paella in Malaga (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Malaga, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Malaga, Beyond Ordinary: Private Alhambra Tour with Lunch for 4 (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Malaga, Concierge Collection: Culture and Tapas in the Heart of Malaga (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Malaga, Deluxe Mijas & Spanish Tapas (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Malaga & Picasso Walking Tour (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Malaga, Beyond Ordinary: Private Alhambra Tour with Lunch for 2 (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Malaga, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private CAR (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Malaga, Cordoba & Its Famous Mosque-Cathedral (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Malaga by Segway (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Malaga, Malaga Panoramic Tour (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity

Published call times

  • February 19, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 23:59 · Overnight stay
  • February 20, 2027 · Departure 18:00 · Overnight stay
February 22, 2027 PALMA DE MALLORCA Spain · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00 · 10 listed experiences

About PALMA DE MALLORCA

PALMA DE MALLORCA is a Windstar destination in Spain within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include City Sights, Palma by Segway & Soller Train Ride. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Palma de Mallorca, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private CAR (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Palm de Mallorca, Palma by Segway (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Palma de Mallorca, City Sights (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Palma de Mallorca, Drach Caves (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Palma de Mallorca, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Palma de Mallorca, Hidden Courtyards of Palma (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Palma de Mallorca, Valldemossa Village & Chopin with Tasting (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Palma de Mallorca, Soller Train Ride (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Palma de Mallorca, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private CAR (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Palma de Mallorca, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private VAN (Moderate) — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • February 22, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00

Published timetable status: Official Windstar itinerary entries and voyage-specific shore experiences are combined without estimating destinations, call times, experience names, or activity levels. Synthetic midnight continuation placeholders from the source are suppressed.

Please note: Shore-experience names, activity levels, availability, and schedules can change before departure. Confirm the final program with Deluxe Cruises closer to sailing. No excursion prices or cruise-line links are included on this page.

A closer look at this sailing

VENICE to BARCELONA aboard Star Explorer

On January 30-February 23 2027, Star Explorer sails 24 nights from VENICE to BARCELONA. The published route brings together VENICE, ZADAR, DUBROVNIK, creating a specific progression of ports for travelers comparing destination variety and voyage pace.

This route includes an official day-by-day schedule and published port times. The source lists 22 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

Personalized cruise planning with Windstar Cruises

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Star Explorer | Voyage EX20270130-24D | January 30-February 23, 2027 | 24 nights VENICE to BARCELONA

Luxury cruise planning summary

Star Explorer January 30-February 23 2027: is Voyage EX20270130-24D right for you?

This 24-night voyage aboard Star Explorer sails VENICE to BARCELONA, with calls including ZADAR, DUBROVNIK, Sea Days, and MESSINA and 1 published sea day. Voyage EX20270130-24D matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure. Star Explorer is described as future; published specifications, facilities, and delivery timing remain planned and subject to change.

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Questions travelers ask

Why book Star Explorer Voyage EX20270130-24D with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage EX20270130-24D, including accommodation and deck-location comparisons, current availability and preferred-rate guidance, and help documenting family, medical, dietary, or accessibility requests before departure.

What should travelers compare for Voyage EX20270130-24D?

For the January 30-February 23 2027 VENICE to BARCELONA, compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

How do I request a personalized luxury cruise quote?

Email info@deluxecruises.com, call +1-702-501-7105, or use WhatsApp +1-702-900-9975 and mention Voyage EX20270130-24D to request a personalized quote from Deluxe Cruises.

What is included and not included on Star Explorer Voyage EX20270130-24D?

For the January 30-February 23, 2027 VENICE to BARCELONA sailing aboard Star Explorer: Cruise-only fares publish accommodation, onboard meals and entertainment, including specialty dining, 24-hour room service, the signature barbecue and welcome champagne. Wi-Fi, selected beer, wine and cocktails and gratuities are included only with an All-Inclusive fare or package or a qualifying promotion, not with every cruise-only booking. Spa, shore excursions and personal services can cost extra. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Star Explorer Voyage EX20270130-24D?

For the January 30-February 23, 2027 VENICE to BARCELONA sailing aboard Star Explorer: Selected Star Class suites publish third-guest capacity, but the current verified guide does not name the sleeping surface. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact suite number and will not assume a sofa bed, rollaway, Pullman or berth. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Star Explorer Voyage EX20270130-24D, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the January 30-February 23, 2027 VENICE to BARCELONA sailing aboard Star Explorer: Windstar shore excursions are optional and charged separately unless the exact booking states otherwise. Watersports-platform access and the Open Bridge are conditional onboard features, not shore-excursion inclusions. Each tour and booking term must be checked. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Star Explorer for Voyage EX20270130-24D?

For the January 30-February 23, 2027 VENICE to BARCELONA sailing aboard Star Explorer: Wi-Fi is included only with an All-Inclusive fare or package or a qualifying promotion, not every cruise-only fare. The published package permits up to two connected devices; coverage, speed and uninterrupted performance are not guaranteed. The exact booking confirmation controls.

What are Star Explorer's verified headline statistics?
224Guests
131Crew
6Guest decks
432 ftLength
9,923 GRTGross tonnage

Future-ship status: future. These published specifications are planned and must be reconfirmed before the ship enters service.

What clothes should I bring for this January itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this January itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

Windstar Cruises dress guidance

  • Windstar has no formal nights. Daytime dress is relaxed resort wear, while dinner in the main evening restaurants calls for casually elegant clothing.
  • Published evening examples include slacks or non-distressed jeans with a collared, button-down or polo shirt, or a blouse, skirt, casual dress or sundress. Reserve shorts, T-shirts, hats and flip-flops for daytime.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Star Explorer?
  • Published fleet experiences include open-seating dining, lounges, 24-hour room service from a limited menu, World Spa by Windstar, pools or whirlpools and an Open Bridge when operational.
  • Dining venues, watersports platforms, pools, spa spaces, entertainment and included services differ between Wind Class sailing yachts, Star Plus all-suite yachts and the newer Star Class yachts.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Star Explorer have?
  • Watersports-platform access, swimming and paddle activities depend on sea state, weather, anchorage, local rules and the captain's approval.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Star Explorer guests expect?
  • Wind Class sailing yachts publish ocean-view staterooms and suites without a fleetwide private-veranda promise. Star Plus yachts are all-suite, while Star Seeker and Star Explorer publish suites with private verandas or infinity windows among their categories.
  • Room size, window or veranda, bed arrangement, bath, accessibility and amenities differ by yacht, category and room number; use the exact deck plan before reserving.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage EX20270130-24D before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Star Explorer?
  • Windstar cannot accommodate children under eight years old. A guest under 21 must be accompanied in the room by a parent, guardian or chaperone who is at least 21.
  • Windstar does not publish a fleetwide supervised children's program or babysitting service. Shore operators can impose separate age and participation limits, and minors require direct adult supervision.
  • A guest may not board if she will have entered the 24th week of pregnancy when travel with Windstar begins. Notify Windstar early and confirm current documentation requirements.

For Voyage EX20270130-24D: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Star Explorer handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Notify Windstar at booking and complete its Guest Accommodation Request Form. Current guidance requests advance notice for interpreters, equipment, oxygen, dialysis supplies and other services, with timing depending on the request.
  • Guests normally bring an approved wheelchair or scooter; size, weight and storage can prevent acceptance, and crew cannot lift guests or heavy devices. Standard rooms are not barrier-free.
  • Modified suites are published on Star Pride, Star Breeze and Star Legend, but features are limited. Gangways, tenders, stairs, ports and shore transport can restrict access, and personal daily care is not provided.
  • Windstar states that its yachts do not have full medical services. Serious emergencies are referred ashore, and evacuation at sea or from a tender or remote port may be delayed or infeasible.
  • Carry a medical summary and adequate medication, and arrange oxygen, dialysis supplies, sharps or refrigerated medication in advance through the accessibility process. Not every request can be accommodated.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Star Explorer?
  • Smoking and vaping are prohibited in every stateroom, suite and indoor public space, including restaurants and corridors. They are permitted only in designated outside-deck smoking areas.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Star Explorer Voyage EX20270130-24D?

For flights to VENICE before this Star Explorer cruise and home from BARCELONA after Voyage EX20270130-24D, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

Where can I review cruise travel insurance information?

Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

How do I create a MyWindstar account and connect Star Explorer Voyage EX20270130-24D after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Star Explorer Voyage EX20270130-24D, use the email address associated with the Windstar reservation and Windstar's cruise-line confirmation details. Do not substitute a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference for a Windstar credential.

  1. Step 1 — Open Booked Guests: Choose Booked Guests or My Windstar from Windstar Cruises' official website.
  2. Step 2 — Create or open the account: Sign in with the registered email and password, or choose the account-creation option and use the email associated with the reservation. Existing Yacht Club members can follow Windstar's published profile instructions for their membership number and initial PIN.
  3. Step 3 — Use password recovery when needed: If the email already belongs to an account, use Forgot Password and follow Windstar's reset instructions instead of creating a duplicate.
  4. Step 4 — Find the voyage: Look for Star Explorer Voyage EX20270130-24D after sign-in and complete any matching or guest-information prompts Windstar displays. A current public manual booking-link field sequence has not been verified.
  5. Step 5 — Review available planning: Use My Windstar for the itinerary and released booked-guest services, including applicable shore excursions, transfers, hotels, add-ons, and other planning information.

If Star Explorer Voyage EX20270130-24D does not appear, verify that the My Windstar email matches the reservation, then contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can confirm the booking details with Windstar.

Portal functions and advance options vary by voyage and booking stage. Deluxe Cruises remains your travel advisor for reservation changes and assistance. Keep your My Windstar password private.