The first ship of Windstar Cruises, the Wind Star, was built in 1986 and later refurbished in 2006. This 5,703 ton ship accommodates up to 148 passengers and contains 73 oceanview cabins that offer amenities such as flat screen televisions with DVD capabilities and iPod docks. Keeping the casual luxury theme of Windstar Cruises, the Wind Star offers open seated dining on deck or poolside. Also onboard the Wind Star is a casino fully equipped with blackjack tables and poker machines, and a library with a variety of books, videos, and CDs.