Windstar Cruises appoints Cruise...

The Dubai-based travel agency will be tasked with supporting the line’s growth in the region

Windstar Cruises has appointed Dubai-based Cruise Master LLC as its General Sales Agent (GSA) to source business from Middle East markets.

Windstar Cruises operates a six-ship fleet of small sailing and all-suite ships visiting 330 ports sailing throughout Europe, the Caribbean, Costa Rica and the Panama Canal, Asia, Alaska, Canada and New England, Central America, Mexico, the US' West Coast and and Tahiti.

The boutique cruise line carries between 148 to 342 guests and is known for authentic experiences, port-intensive itineraries, exceptional service and an innovative culinary programme as the official cruise line of America's famous culinary body, the James Beard Foundation.

Commenting on this partnership, Windstar Cruises vice president of Sales Dianna Rom said: “Small ships cater to a niche audience and offer guests a cruise vacation with distinct expertise and focus. Our yacht style cruises offer authentic and bucket list experiences to wine and culinary enthusiasts.”

Cruise Master founder and managing director Ashok Kumar added: “We're very excited with this collaboration. Windstar Cruises’ small ships offer outstanding value and are able to access smaller ports with many late-night departures, and overnights in ports.”

For more information, visit www.windstarcruises.com