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GROW YOUR GROUPS BUSINESS GROW YOUR SUCCESS

THERE’S ONLY ONE THING BETTER THAN A SUCCESSFUL BOOKING: MANY OF THEM.

Not only does our groups program offer one of the most competitive programs in the industry, with generous incentives for you and your clients, the intimate size of our yachts allows for those once-in-a-lifetime moments that make group travel unforgettable. That translates into repeat business, more referrals, and higher earnings for you. For a limited time, your groups will earn a Tour Conductor credit of 1:7 on Star Advantage Group dates. Don’t forget Windstar Cruises Star Advantage group program also allows you to ALSO earn $100 bonus commission for every client booked!

Limited time offeR: TOUR CONDUCTOR CREDIT EARNED AT JUST 7 BEDS BOOKED ON STAR ADVANTAGE DATES WHEN YOU SECURE YOUR GROUP BY FEBRUARY 28, 2021

windstar groups program

Two Levels Of Benefits

Depending on the group date selected, you’ll qualify for the following group booking benefits.

STAR GROUP

5% discount from Savings fares
Tour Conductor Credit (1 for 9, 10th bed is Tour Conductor Credit)
Guest Amenity of $100 pp Shipboard Credit
Complimentary cocktail party with hors d’oeuvres with 18+ guests

STAR ADVANTAGE GROUP

10% savings from Savings fares
Tour Conductor Credit (1 for 7, 8th bed is Tour Conductor Credit)
Guest Amenity of $100 pp Shipboard credit
Complimentary cocktail party with hors d’oeuvres with 18+ guests
$100 per person Travel Agent Bonus Commission*

*A TC Credit has to be earned for Bonus Commission to be paid

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*SELLING TIP* From now until February 28, 2021, any three bookings you make, could also qualify for our Sell 3, Sail Free promotion.

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frequently asked questions & terms & conditions t&cs

Frequently Asked Questions

HOW DO TOUR CONDUCTOR CREDITS WORK?
Star Advantage Group

For every 7 full fare guests, each group account for designated groups will be awarded a TC credit based upon the average base cruise fare paid by group guests.

Star Group

For every 9 full fare guests, each group account for designated groups will be awarded a TC credit based upon the average base cruise fare paid by group guests.

DO ALL PARTS OF THE FARE COUNT TOWARDS THE CREDIT?
All non-cruise fare items including non-discountable amounts and taxes do not count towards the calculation of the TC credit for the group and 3rd guests in Triple Occupancy cabins do not count toward Tour Conductor credit calculations.

MY GROUP ONLY BOOKED 6 GUESTS, COULD WE STILL EARN THE CREDIT?
Star Advantage Group

No credit to be given to multiples of less than 7 full fare guests.

Star Group

No credit to be given to multiples of less than 9 full fare guests.

WILL I EARN A COMMISSION ON THE TOUR CONDUCTOR?
Tour Conductor credits are considered a reduction of cruise fare by Windstar Cruises and as commission is earned based off the cruise fare – receiving these credits also requires a commission deduction based on the amount of the TC earned and the commission percentage earned by each agency.

HOW WILL WE RECEIVE THE TOUR CONDUCTOR CREDIT?
Windstar Cruises will remit payment for TC credits to domestic travel agencies in the form of a check payment or for international agencies Windstar will remit payment via wire transfer. This remittance is to be submitted to be paid out no earlier than 29 days prior to sailing.

HOW MANY TOUR CONDUCTOR CREDITS CAN BE EARNED PER GROUP?
The amount of Tour Conductor credit a group can earn is dependent on the ship the group books:
• Wind Star and Wind Spirt – Max: 4 TC
• Wind Surf – Max: 6 TC
• Star Breeze, Star Legend, or Star Pride – Max: 5 TCA

Terms & Conditions

For a limited time, Windstar is offering on Star Advantage groups secured before February 28, 2021 an enhanced Tour Conductor credit of 1 for 7, where with 7 beds booked, an 8th bed will be secured for the Tour Conductor (TC). Enhanced TC credit on Star Advantage Group dates expires February 28, 2021. All space is subject to availability. Group dates and discount offered to new groups is subject to change. The rates and dates are capacity controlled and can be withdrawn at any time. Group Rates are NOT applicable to all sailings. Limit 1 group per agency per month. Once a group has been established on a date, the group rate is guaranteed based on availability for the first 18 staterooms booked prior to 4 months before departure; the rate may be withdrawn or changed after that date. Requests for groups larger than 18 staterooms may require additional approval. A “Group Request Form” must be completed by the Travel Advisor and submitted to secure a group. No allotment of space will be held. Other promotions and pricing that may be offered (except One Week Sales, Flash, Select Advisor Fares, NET fares, Interline rates, TA rates) are combinable with TCs and cocktail parties but no other group amenities. Star Date Group Bonus Commission can only be added once the group has earned a TC (3rd and 4th berths do not count toward TC). No commission is earned on the value of the TC credit. There are limits on the number of TCs that may be earned per ship. This offer is not combinable with any other nationwide pricing promotion unless otherwise stated. Offer is not combinable with the Alumni/B2B/Welcome Home 5% Discount program. AMEX Plat and Refer a Friend SBC are combinable. Discount does NOT apply to Home City Air or pre/ post packages. These programs are available at standard rates. All terms and conditions stated on the Windstar website apply. Ships' Registry: Bahamas.