Antigua and Barbuda is set to welcome a new luxury vessel to its shores this weekend as Star Seeker, a 224-guest, all-suite yacht operated by Windstar Cruises, makes her inaugural call to the destination.
According to Antigua.news, the vessel — officially launched in December 2025 — will arrive in St. John's on Sunday, March 29, at 10:00 a.m., marking a significant milestone in her first-ever sailing season.
A plaque exchange ceremony is scheduled to take place during the visit. The longstanding maritime tradition commemorates a ship's maiden call to a port and is expected to bring together key tourism officials, port representatives, and ship executives to formally welcome the vessel to Antigua and Barbuda.
Star Seeker represents Windstar Cruises' continued push into the small-ship luxury market. The yacht offers an intimate, all-suite experience designed for upscale travellers seeking personalised service and distinctive itineraries.
The visit underscores Antigua and Barbuda's growing appeal as a premier yachting and cruise destination in the Caribbean, particularly among boutique and luxury cruise lines. Sunday's inaugural call is expected to generate considerable enthusiasm within the tourism sector, as stakeholders continue efforts to attract high-value visitors and strengthen the country's standing on the global cruise map.
