Windstar Cruises announced the launch of Starlink high-speed internet across its fleet of six boutique cruise ships and yachts in 2023

The company launched Starlink on the Star Pride during a recent Caribbean voyage and plans to implement the new technology across most of its global fleet by mid-2023. Star Legend will offer this service for guests starting this spring, followed by Wind Surf, Wind Star, and Star Breeze. The company said it would activate Starlink technology on the motor sailing yacht Wind Spirit as soon as it's available in French Polynesia.

All Windstar vessels use geostationary satellite service, Anuvu, for internet services. Starlink technology will amplify Anuvu, delivering more reliable and faster internet to Windstar's guests. Starlink is the world's first and largest satellite constellation with a low Earth orbit using lasers so communication can happen further away from ground-based stations."

"I am thrilled to be working with Anuvu and Starlink to offer our guests the latest in satellite technology," said Gregg Wagner, technology director, Windstar Cruises. "When the ships are inside the service area, faster speeds will alleviate much of the frustration felt at peak use times."

"Starlink is yet to be available worldwide, but Windstar Cruises is excited to be among the pioneers in the cruise industry to offer this cutting-edge technology. The addition of high speed internet service with our current geostationary satellite service will enable guests to stay connected to family and friends."