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How Windstar Is Redefining Luxury Travel with Small Ships | Janet Bava Interview | Ep. 3

Traveling With Denella Ri'chard
Traveling With Denella Ri'chard
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👁️ 129 views📅 11 months ago⏱️ 24:58
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Creator's Key Takeaways

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

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider selling small ship cruising to clients who are maturing from mass market
Use the winter Mediterranean season for great value and fewer crowds
Promote Star Collector itineraries for longer, immersive experiences
Leverage group business with the Star Group Advantage program

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat makes Windstar Cruises unique and unforgettable?
QHow can travel advisors turn yacht-style cruising experiences into loyal bookings?
QWhat are the benefits of small ship cruising compared to mass market?
QWhy consider a winter Mediterranean cruise?
QWhat new ships and itineraries are available for next year?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4½ Happy BaconValue Pricing4 Happy BaconSpa Fitness4½ Happy BaconExcursions4½ Happy BaconPort Destination4½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy BaconWifi Connectivity3½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Barcelona4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Sagrada Familia visit
Florence4½ Happy Bacon
Top: See the statue of David
Rome4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Vatican visit
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YouTube Video Description

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/