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Windstar Cruises Unwraps a “Christmas in July” Sale with an All-Inclusive Twist

$50 Deposits. Free All-Inclusive Upgrades. Holiday Joy—Six Months Early.

 

MIAMI, FL, July 16, 2025Windstar Cruises is delivering the presents early with its limited-time sale. Until July 30, 2025, guests can gift themselves the ultimate getaway with just $50 per person deposits and complimentary All-Inclusive upgrades on voyages sailing through March 31, 2026. 

 

The complimentary All-Inclusive upgrade includes unlimited select beer, wine and cocktails, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the voyage, and prepaid gratuities – worth up to $1350 per couple on a 7-night cruise. Combined with the remarkably low $50 per guest deposit requirement, this promotion makes Windstar’s award-winning small ship cruising more accessible than ever. 

 

 “You don’t have to wait for December to treat yourself—or the people you love—to something special,” said Janet Bava, chief commercial officer at Windstar Cruises. ” Our Christmas in July sale adds extra value to what’s already included – like specialty dining, non-alcoholic beverages, access to our Marina and more. It’s the perfect chance to plan that well-deserved vacation, whether you’re sailing solo, as a couple or with the whole family.”  

 

The promotion applies to Windstar’s diverse portfolio of over 300 voyages departing through March 31, 2026, encompassing destinations across the Mediterranean, South Pacific, Caribbean, Northern Europe, and beyond. Whether guests are seeking the cultural richness of European coastal towns in the Southern Spain Winter Escapes itinerary, the pristine beaches of the Caribbean in the San Juan & the Virgin Islands voyage, or exotic adventures in far-flung locales in the Dreams of Tahiti itinerary, this limited-time offer provides exceptional savings on Windstar’s signature approachable yachting experience.  

 

Windstar’s Christmas in July promotion is part of a larger, brand-wide sale from Windstar’s parent company, Xanterra Travel Collection.® More land-based Christmas in July special offers from Windstar’s sister companies are listed at https://www.xanterra.com/christmasinjuly. Terms and conditions may apply. 

 

To embrace the freedom of the All-inclusive upgrade, book online here, contact a travel advisor, reach out to Windstar Cruises by phone at 866-258-7245, or request a call by a Windstar vacation planner.    

About Windstar Cruises

For four decades, Windstar Cruises has been reimagining small-ship cruising with a distinctive blend of relaxed luxury and genuine connection to the world’s most captivating destinations. From its origins with motor sailing yachts tailored for upscale yet casual travel, Windstar has grown into a diverse fleet of three Star Class all-suite yachts and three Wind Class sailing yachts, offering voyages that are both intimate and inspiring. Two highly anticipated new yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer, set to debut in December 2025 and 2026, expand the fleet to eight yachts accommodating 150-350 guests. Windstar’s 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.  

   

Windstar Cruises is proud to be part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, 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® is owned by The Anschutz Corporation, the ultimate owner of the Broadmoor, Sea Island, and entertainment giant AEG, Anschutz Entertainment Group.  

 

Santiago Alvarado

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