Star Breeze, Tasman Sea Treasures ex Melbourne to Auckland – 04 Dec 2022

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Small Ships. Infinite Possibilities.

Step away from the crowds. Away from towering decks and a thousand people, or even more. Away from lines, from waiting, away from the whole idea of group travel.

Step into amazing places, relish intimate cultural experiences, and connect with the world, its people and yourself as only a small ship can help you do. This is your vacation, your own experience. As individual as you are.

Welcome to the world of small ship cruising — to Windstar’s graceful yachts, each one welcoming fewer than 300 lucky guests. With six beautiful yachts, Windstar gives you more true small ship choices than anyone in the world.

Every Windstar voyage starts with you. With a stateroom or suite that’s updated in classic contemporary style with your comfort in mind. With small, handcrafted shore excursions that take you closer and show you more. With legendary service that has been acclaimed the best on the seas.

Come away from the ordinary — come to the small ship world of Windstar.

Your Voyage Includes: *All meals in all venues *All non-alcoholic beverages *Welcome Cocktail at reception *Fresh fruit and flowers in stateroom *All onboard entertainment *Use of fitness facility *Use of watersports equipment *Port lectures and briefings *Transportation to most shore excursions

These rooms represent a nod to the sailing tradition of porthole windows. And while sailors might have had cramped quarters, your 277 square foot stateroom is wonderfully spacious and furnished with all the modern amenities and comforts of home.
All Accommodations Feature:

Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

Flat Screen TV with DVD player

Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

Safe

Direct Dial Phone

L’Occitane Bath Amenities

Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

Fresh Flowers

Fresh Fruit

Granite vanity with magnifying mirror

Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

Hair Dryers and 110/220 outlets

Stylish comfort and ocean views welcome you in 277 square feet. Your queen bed (which can be separated as twins if you prefer) features luxurious Egyptian cotton linens. Enjoy a luxurious soak in your full-size tub or an invigorating shower, then wrap up in your waffle-weave robe and slippers, savor a treat from the fresh fruit bowl, or simply stretch out and enjoy the fresh flowers.

Stylish comfort and ocean views welcome you in 277 square feet. Your queen bed (which can be separated as twins if you prefer) features luxurious Egyptian cotton linens. Enjoy a luxurious soak in your full-size tub or an invigorating shower, then wrap up in your waffle-weave robe and slippers, savor a treat from the fresh fruit bowl, or simply stretch out and enjoy the fresh flowers.

All accommodations feature:

* Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

* Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

* Flat Screen TV with DVD player

* Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

* Safe

* Direct Dial Phone

* L’Occitane Bath Amenities

* Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

* Fresh Flowers

* Fresh Fruit

* Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair

* Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

* Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

* 110/220 outlets

Stylish comfort and ocean views welcome you in 277 square feet. Your queen bed (which can be separated as twins if you prefer) features luxurious Egyptian cotton linens. Enjoy a luxurious soak in your full-size tub or an invigorating shower, then wrap up in your waffle-weave robe and slippers, savor a treat from the fresh fruit bowl, or simply stretch out and enjoy the fresh flowers.

All accommodations feature:

* Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

* Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

* Flat Screen TV with DVD player

* Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

* Safe

* Direct Dial Phone

* L’Occitane Bath Amenities

* Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

* Fresh Flowers

* Fresh Fruit

* Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair

* Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

* Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

* 110/220 outlets

STAR CATEGORY SUITES:
As soon as you walk through the door, you’re greeted with an open living area for a more welcoming entrance. Drift off to sleep by the window in your queen bed as you watch the same stars that sailors used to navigate the seas hundreds of years ago.

277 square feet (26 square meters)Star Ocean View Suites with 3rd berths — 430, 432, 433.
All Accommodations Feature:

Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

Flat Screen TV with DVD player

Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

Safe

Direct Dial Phone

L’Occitane Bath Amenities

Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

Fresh Flowers

Fresh Fruit

Granite vanity with magnifying mirror

Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

Hair Dryers and 110/220 outlets

Stylish comfort and ocean views welcome you in 277 square feet. Your queen bed (which can be separated as twins if you prefer) features luxurious Egyptian cotton linens. Enjoy a luxurious soak in your full-size tub or an invigorating shower, then wrap up in your waffle-weave robe and slippers, savor a treat from the fresh fruit bowl, or simply stretch out and enjoy the fresh flowers.

All accommodations feature:

* Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

* Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

* Flat Screen TV with DVD player

* Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

* Safe

* Direct Dial Phone

* L’Occitane Bath Amenities

* Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

* Fresh Flowers

* Fresh Fruit

* Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair

* Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

* Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

* 110/220 outlets

Stylish comfort and ocean views welcome you in 277 square feet. Your queen bed (which can be separated as twins if you prefer) features luxurious Egyptian cotton linens. Enjoy a luxurious soak in your full-size tub or an invigorating shower, then wrap up in your waffle-weave robe and slippers, savor a treat from the fresh fruit bowl, or simply stretch out and enjoy the fresh flowers.

All accommodations feature:

* Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

* Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

* Flat Screen TV with DVD player

* Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

* Safe

* Direct Dial Phone

* L’Occitane Bath Amenities

* Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

* Fresh Flowers

* Fresh Fruit

* Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair

* Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

* Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

* 110/220 outlets

Stylish comfort and ocean views welcome you in 277 square feet. Your queen bed (which can be separated as twins if you prefer) features luxurious Egyptian cotton linens. Enjoy a luxurious soak in your full-size tub or an invigorating shower, then wrap up in your waffle-weave robe and slippers, savor a treat from the fresh fruit bowl, or simply stretch out and enjoy the fresh flowers.

All accommodations feature:

* Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

* Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

* Flat Screen TV with DVD player

* Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

* Safe

* Direct Dial Phone

* L’Occitane Bath Amenities

* Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

* Fresh Flowers

* Fresh Fruit

* Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair

* Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

* Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

* 110/220 outlets

STAR CATEGORY SUITES: As soon as you walk through the door, you’re greeted with an open living area for a more welcoming entrance. Drift off to sleep by the window in your queen bed as you watch the same stars that sailors used to navigate the seas hundreds of years ago. Star Balcony Suites (SBS, SBS1):277 square feet (26 square meters)Star Balcony Suites with 3rd berths — 530, 532, 533, 626, 628, 629.
All Accommodations Feature:

Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

Flat Screen TV with DVD player

Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

Safe

Direct Dial Phone

L’Occitane Bath Amenities

Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

Fresh Flowers

Fresh Fruit

Granite vanity with magnifying mirror

Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

Hair Dryers and 110/220 outlets

Stylish comfort and ocean views welcome you in 277 square feet. Your queen bed (which can be separated as twins if you prefer) features luxurious Egyptian cotton linens. Enjoy a luxurious soak in your full-size tub or an invigorating shower, then wrap up in your waffle-weave robe and slippers, savor a treat from the fresh fruit bowl, or simply stretch out and enjoy the fresh flowers.

All accommodations feature:

* Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

* Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

* Flat Screen TV with DVD player

* Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

* Safe

* Direct Dial Phone

* L’Occitane Bath Amenities

* Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

* Fresh Flowers

* Fresh Fruit

* Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair

* Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

* Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

* 110/220 outlets

STAR CATEGORY SUITES: As soon as you walk through the door, you’re greeted with an open living area for a more welcoming entrance. Drift off to sleep by the window in your queen bed as you watch the same stars that sailors used to navigate the seas hundreds of years ago. Star Balcony Suites (SBS, SBS1):277 square feet (26 square meters)Star Balcony Suites with 3rd berths — 530, 532, 533, 626, 628, 629. All Accommodations Feature: Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers Flat Screen TV with DVD player Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator Safe Direct Dial Phone L’Occitane Bath Amenities Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception) Fresh Flowers Fresh Fruit Granite vanity with magnifying mirror Walk-in closet and ample drawer space Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower Hair Dryers and 110/220 outlets

Deluxe Suites, 431, 531, 627 (DS):464 square feet (43 square meters), all with 3rd berths. Cabin 431 has two picture windows, excludes balcony. All Accommodations Feature:

Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

Flat Screen TV with DVD player

Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

Safe

Direct Dial Phone

L’Occitane Bath Amenities

Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

Fresh Flowers

Fresh Fruit

Granite vanity with magnifying mirror

Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

Hair Dryers and 110/220 outlets

Relax in 400 spacious square feet. Your living area offers beautiful views from the forward-facing window and French doors onto your private veranda. Two spacious closets give you plenty of room to unpack.

All accommodations feature:

* Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

* Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

* Flat Screen TV with DVD player

* Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

* Safe

* Direct Dial Phone

* L’Occitane Bath Amenities

* Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

* Fresh Flowers

* Fresh Fruit

* Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair

* Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

* Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

* 110/220 outlets

With 530 to 575 square feet, your Owner’s Suite offers separate living room and dining areas. A forward-facing veranda, two flat-screen TVs and DVD players, and a full master bath and separate guest bath indulge you in spacious comfort. All accommodations feature:

* Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens

* Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers

* Flat Screen TV with DVD player

* Fully-Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator

* Safe

* Direct Dial Phone

* L’Occitane Bath Amenities

* Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)

* Fresh Flowers

* Fresh Fruit

* Granite vanity with magnifying mirror and chair

* Walk-in closet and ample drawer space

* Bathroom with granite countertop, full-size tub, and shower

* 110/220 outlets

Star Breeze - Deck 3 (From Feb 2020)

Star Breeze - Deck 3

Star Breeze - Deck 4 (From Feb 2020)

Star Breeze - Deck 4

Star Breeze - Deck 5

Star Breeze - Deck 5 (From Feb 2020)

Star Breeze - Deck 6

Star Breeze - Deck 6 (From Feb 2020)

Star Breeze - Deck 7 (From Feb 2020)

Star Breeze - Deck 7

Star Breeze - Deck 8

Star Breeze - Deck 8 (From Feb 2020)

Star Breeze is large enough to pamper and entertain you, yet small enough to tuck into delightful tiny harbors and hidden coves that others can’t reach.

Starting 10/27/2020, this all-suite ship will complete renovation as part of the $250 Million Star Plus Initiative to provide more of what our guests love. New public areas, including a two new dining venues, a new spa, infinity pool, and fitness area. The ship also boasts all new bathrooms in every suite and a new category of Star suites, featuring a new layout. With ocean-views and over 277 square feet of comfort, Star Breeze is the perfect ship to watch glaciers and fjords drift by from the serenity of your suite.

Carrying only 312 guests, Star Breeze still tucks into small ports like Le Lavandou and Wrangell or narrow waterways like the Corinth and Keil Canal.

We can’t wait to welcome you onboard for your next 180 degrees from ordinary adventure!

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Length: 440 ft
  • Tonnage: 9,975 grt
  • Maiden Voyage: 2015
  • Refurbished: 2020
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 312
  • Crew Nationality: Indonesian / Filipino
  • Officer Nationality: Dutch European
  • Dining Staff Nationality: Indonesian / Filipino
  • Ship Registration: Bahamas

Ship Facilities

  • Watersports Platform
  • AmphorA Restaurant
  • Screening Room
  • Lounge
  • Compass Rose
  • Library
  • Star Bar
  • Counter-current swimming pool
  • WindSpa
  • Fitness Centre
  • Yacht Club Cafe
  • Signature Shop
  • Veranda/Candles
  • Courtyard
  • Counter-current whirlpool
  • Cuadro 44 by Anthony Sasso (From Feb 2020)
  • Star Grill by Steven Raichlen (From Feb 2020)


Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
04 Dec '22
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
04:00 PM
05 Dec '22
Burnie, Tasmania, Australia
10:00 AM 06:00 PM
06 Dec '22
Wineglass Bay, Tasmania, Australia
01:00 PM 08:00 PM
07 Dec '22
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
07:00 AM 02:00 PM
08 Dec '22 At sea    
09 Dec '22 At sea    
10 Dec '22
Doubtful Sound, New Zealand
09:00 AM
10 Dec '22
Dusky Sound, New Zealand
08:00 PM
11 Dec '22
Bluff, New Zealand
08:00 AM 05:00 PM
12 Dec '22
Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand
07:30 AM 04:30 PM
13 Dec '22
Christchurch (Lyttleton), New Zealand
08:30 AM 05:00 PM
14 Dec '22
Wellington, New Zealand
07:30 AM 07:00 PM
15 Dec '22
Picton, New Zealand
07:00 AM 05:00 PM
16 Dec '22 At sea    
17 Dec '22
Tauranga, New Zealand
10:00 AM 06:00 PM
18 Dec '22
Auckland, New Zealand
08:00 AM

All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

14 Night Cruise sailing from Melbourne to Auckland aboard Star Breeze.

Star Breeze is large enough to pamper and entertain you, yet small enough to tuck into delightful tiny harbors and hidden coves that others can’t reach.

Starting 10/27/2020, this all-suite ship will complete renovation as part of the $250 Million Star Plus Initiative to provide more of what our guests love. New public areas, including a two new dining venues, a new spa, infinity pool, and fitness area. The ship also boasts all new bathrooms in every suite and a new category of Star suites, featuring a new layout. With ocean-views and over 277 square feet of comfort, Star Breeze is the perfect ship to watch glaciers and fjords drift by from the serenity of your suite.

Carrying only 312 guests, Star Breeze still tucks into small ports like Le Lavandou and Wrangell or narrow waterways like the Corinth and Keil Canal.

We can’t wait to welcome you onboard for your next 180 degrees from ordinary adventure!

Highlights of this cruise:

Melbourne
Melbourne, in Australia’s state of Victoria (VIC), is home to an interesting mixture of historic Victorian architecture and breathtaking modern buildings. With a vibrant, street café culture and excellent shopping, Melbourne is also widely considered to be the dining capital of Australia, with an enormous selection of cuisine. It is a lively, exciting city with a friendly multicultural population.

Melbourne has an abundance of parks, wide roads, and boulevards and is also the cultural and sporting capital of Australia, with world class sporting facilities and an abundance of museums, galleries and theatres.

Lying directly on the shores of Port Phillip Bay, Melbourne offers easy access to the many different areas including the the Victorian Alps in the east, the Grampians and Great Ocean Road in the west and the fertile river valleys of the Murray in the north, to name just a few.

Hobart
Hobart is situated on the island of Tasmania and is the southern most capital city in Australia. Straddling the breathtaking Derwent River, Australia’s deepest harbour, Hobart is one of the most beautiful areas in both Tasmania, with nearby Mount Wellington dominating the city in the background.

The city of Hobart was founded in 1803 and has numerous heritage areas close to the city centre. There are many museums and galleries which provide interesting information on Hobart’s history. Some of the most popular landmarks in the Hobart area include the Tasman Bridge, Government House, the Port Arthur Historic Site, Richmond Bridge – one of the oldest stone bridges in the whole of Australia and Hobart’s St. David’s

Other world-class Hobart attractions include Derwent River, the Cadbury-Schweppes Chocolate Constitution Dock, Old Hobart Town Model Village, Bicentennial Park, the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens and Salamanca Market – a lively flea market held in Hobart’s Salamanca district, which attracts more than 10,000 bargain hunters each week.

Hobart regularly features many exciting festivals and events, including the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, a spectacular race which finishes at Hobart’s waterfront at the end of each year in Hobart.

Wellington
Wellington is the capital city and geographical centre of New Zealand, situated at the southern tip of New Zealand’s north island. It is surrounded by hills and a rugged coastline, and boasts a stunning harbor. It is known both as the Windy city and as the cultural and arts capital of New Zealand.

Wellington has many historic sites and buildings to visit. Among these are Antrim House, the Colonial Cottage Museum and Old St Paul’s Cathedral. A trip on the Cable Car is popular, as is a harbor cruise or a ferry trip to Eastbourne, where there are craft shops, galleries and cafes.

There are 350 restaurants and cafes in Wellington serving a wide range of cuisines, and downtown Wellington on Lambton Quay is popular for shopping.

Auckland
Auckland is located on the north island of New Zealand, situated between two magnificent harbours, the Waitemata and the Manukau. It is the largest city in NZ and is often referred to as the ‘City of Sails’ due to the large number of yachts which travel in its waters.

Auckland city has a great range of shops including designer boutiques, markets and stalls. It is also home to many fine galleries and museums including the Auckland Museum and the Auckland City Art Gallery. Restaurants in the waterfront suburbs such as Mission Bay or St Heliers and the inner city specialise in local seafood delicacies. There are also a number of attractive public gardens and reserves surrounding the city.

The large Polynesian population in Auckalnd include Maori, Samoan, Cook Island and Tongan people whom all contribute to the city’s vibrant culture. Local markets and churches in particular provide an insight to the local cultures.

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