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    Antigua and Barbuda to welcome Windstar’s newest luxury yacht Star Seeker on inaugural call

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    The Windstar Cruises vessel Star Seeker , a newly launched all-suite luxury yacht, is scheduled to make its inaugural call to Antigua and Barbuda on Sunday as part of its first sailing season.

    The 224-guest yacht is expected to arrive at port at 10 a.m., with a traditional plaque exchange ceremony planned to mark the milestone visit. Media representatives have been invited to cover the event, with boarding set for 9:30 a.m. pending security clearance.

    Star Seeker represents a major addition to Windstar’s fleet, having been officially delivered in December 2025 as the company’s first purpose-built vessel in its Star Class series. (Windstar Cruises Travel Blog) The ship began service shortly after, launching its inaugural Caribbean season following a transatlantic maiden voyage and christening in early 2026. (Windstar Cruises Travel Blog)

    Designed for small-ship, high-end cruising, the yacht accommodates 224 passengers across 112 all-suite cabins, most featuring private verandas or floor-to-ceiling windows. (Windstar Cruises) The vessel also carries approximately 130 crew and is equipped with amenities including multiple dining venues, a spa, open deck spaces and a watersports marina platform. (Windstar Cruises)

    Industry reports describe Star Seeker as part of a broader expansion by Windstar Cruises, aimed at offering more intimate itineraries to destinations often inaccessible to larger cruise ships. (Leisure Group Travel)

    The Antigua call forms part of the yacht’s inaugural Caribbean itinerary, which highlights smaller ports and culturally immersive experiences across the region. (Leisure Group Travel)

    Sunday’s visit is expected to draw attention from tourism and maritime stakeholders, as Antigua and Barbuda continues to position itself as a key destination for boutique and luxury cruise traffic.

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