How Windstar Is Redefining Luxury Travel with Small Ships | Janet Bava Interview | Ep. 3
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We have over 50% of our business comes from the travel advisor community
I consider myself a cruise lifer. I love cruising
What I love about WinStar is that it's been around for 40 years
We're the official cruise line of the James Beard Foundation
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What if your clients could explore Tahiti or the Mediterranean—on a private yacht instead of a cruise ship? In this must-watch episode of The Compass Conversations, Denella Ri’chard sits down with Janet Bava, Chief Commercial Officer of Windstar Cruises, to explore the rising demand for yacht-style cruising and how travel advisors can turn unforgettable experiences into loyal bookings. From snorkeling for pearls in Tahiti to culinary market tours in the Mediterranean, this episode dives deep into the destinations, ship features, and strategic tips that help travel advisors thrive. Janet shares insider insight on: * The future of small ship cruising * How to sell Windstar’s Star Collector voyages * The value of destination discovery events * Why the new Star Seeker ship is already selling out Whether you’re new to selling Windstar or a seasoned cruise seller, this conversation is packed with inspiration, strategy, and heart. 💬 “Your clients don’t just cruise with Windstar—they come back changed.” – Janet Bava 👉 Like this video if you’re ready to grow your cruise sales 🔔 Subscribe to The Compass Conversations for more industry insight 💬 Comment below: What’s your favorite small-ship destination to sell and why? #CompassConversations #DenellaRichard #WindstarCruises #YachtStyleCruising #TravelAdvisorTips #LuxuryCruiseSales #TahitiCruise #WinterMediterranean #JanetBava #TravelPodcast #SmallShipCruising #StarSeeker #StarCollector #WomenInTravel #TravelMarketing #CruiseSellingTips Website: https://www.travelingwithdenella.com/ Windstar: https://www.windstarcruises.com/ Follow Me: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/travelingwithdenellarichard Instagram https://www.instagram.com/travelingwithdenella/ Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/denella/