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Added in 2006, the Island Star has the same relaxed, friendly and informal approach as her sister ship but with upgraded facilities.
A bigger vessel she has more room for additional bars and restaurants, a separate kids’ pool and a wider choice of balcony and suite cabins.
Imagine having three of your favourite restaurants all in one place, as well as six totally different bars serving anything from a refreshing pint to an exotic cocktail. That’s what it’s like on board the Island Star.
All restaurants have kids’ menus and the bars prepare special non-alcoholic cocktails (the bars will not sell alcohol to anyone under the age of 18).
| Vital Statistics | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabins | 753 | Guests | 1,875 | Crew | 573 |
| Speed | 18 Knots | Tonnage | 46,811 grt | Length | 208 m |
| Decks | 10 | Lifts | 7 | ||
If you are after a little al fresco food, this is a very popular venue with indoor and outdoor tables where you can come as you are. With 24 hours service you can sit down to anything from a lunchtime snack to afternoon tea or a midnight supper.
Open 24 hours a day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located on Platinum deck 11
The alfresco Grill is the perfect place to grab a burger, hot dog, pizza or some chicken wings with chips.
Located on Platinum deck 11 for lunch and dinner
The Island Restaurant serves a mouth-watering selection of food that looks as good as it tastes.
Located on Palm deck 7 for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
On those occasions when you want to dress up, they’ve got just the place for you. In the Oasis Restaurant you’ll be waited on hand and foot and thoroughly spoilt with a great selection of wines and beautifully prepared a la carte meals. A children’s menu is available on request.
The Oasis Restaurant is very popular, so please make sure to reserve your table with the Head Waiter. Typically you can dine for between £8-£15 per person; please see your daily Island Chat for further details. Smart/casual dress is permitted for dinner, gentleman are requested to wear long trousers in the evening please.
Located on Palm deck 7 – Aft Staircase - for dinner only.
Book the Steakhouse for delicious dishes, from the best of ingredients, cooked just the way you like them. Your cover charge includes: unlimited starters from the best salad bar and buffet in the Med, a main course of prime steaks, fish or vegetarian choices cooked to order, followed by a sumptuous dessert to finish off your meal. If this sounds good to you then reserve your table with the Head Waiter as the Steakhouse is always a popular choice for dinner. Smart/casual dress is permitted for dinner, gentleman are requested to wear long trousers in the evening please.
Located on deck 7 – Aft Staircase - for dinner only.
Please see your daily Island Chat for opening hours. These may change.
This is a relaxing lounge area to meet for pre and post dinner drinks and a place to relax during the day with a good book or a place to meet and chat with friends.
Located on Fantasy Deck 8.
This is a relaxing lounge area to meet for pre and post dinner drinks and a place to relax during the day with a good book or a place to meet and chat with friends.
Located on Palm Deck 7.
For a morning coffee or an afternoon tea and pastry, this is a relaxing place.
Located on Fantasy deck 8.
Head for the Mirage Bar by the pool when you are in the mood for an exotic fruit cocktail or simply your favourite tipple.
Located on Platinum deck 11.
For a lively atmosphere and a pint, drop into the Pub where there will be quiz nights, live music, cabarets and a dance area to bring rhythmic sounds alive.
Located on Palm Deck 7.
The panoramic Sailaway Bar provides a new view with each visit and a great vantage point for watching the fun around the pool area.
Located on Sun deck 12.
The Sundowner is the place for pre-dinner drinks, catching up on the day’s event whilst listening to the talented musicians and joining in the sing-alongs into the late evening.
Located on Fantasy Deck 8.
When you simply want to relax all day and look your very best for the evening, the beauty salon, fitness centre, pool and sauna facilities are the answer. Why not browse for the perfect present, a souvenir to remember your cruise by or that special holiday picture…before heading for a flutter in the Casino. The choice is yours!
With a choice of Blackjack, Stud Poker, American Roulette, Casino Hold’em Poker and a variety of slot machines including British Club machines, American Slots, Party Time Bingo and Multi Game. This could be your lucky night! Please let the friendly staff lead you through the choices. Good Luck! Children under the age of 18 years are not allowed in the Casino however there is the Action Zone full of a variety of games and challenges.
Located on Fantasy deck 8.
However far from land, you can still check your email and surf the internet. Wi Fi service available at the Harbour Cafe.
Located on Palm Deck 7 and Fantasy Deck 8 inside the Ocean Theatre. Open 24 hours a day.
Unwind body and mind in the bright, well-equipped gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, cross trainers and leg curl station, or join their many different classes for beginners and experienced alike.
Open 8am – 8pm. Located on Sundeck 12.
This is where you will find your local store goods from toiletries to travel accessories, naughty treats like crisps and sweets and why not pick up your favourite tipple to take home.
Located on Palm Deck 7.
Their boutiques offer a selection of accessories and the delights of a wide range of perfumes, jewellery and watches.
Located on Fantasy Deck 8.
Their Harbour Store offers a wide range of souvenirs from caps and bags to t-shirts, Logo items, casual clothing and sportswear to name but a few, also with a kids section to tempt all the Palmy fans.
Located on Fantasy Deck 8.
There is a full developing service on-board for 35mm films and a full digital service including downloads to CD so you can use your cards again and again. A souvenir video and DVD of your cruise is also available.
Located on Palm deck 7.
A cruise is an ideal time to indulge yourself in a multitude of treatments. The on-board team are professionally trained to attend to all your needs, and can offer a range of services. Choose from a relaxing aromatherapy massage, manicure and pedicure or detox body wraps, a luxury facial, a revitalising makeover and styling. Remember to check your Island Chat daily for special offers.
Located on Sundeck 12.
The Island Star has a main pool and a children's pool.
Open 7am- 8pm. Located on Platinum deck 11.
The Saunas are opposite the gym in the Island Spa. There is a nominal weekly fee for using this facility, please see the Island Chat for opening times. Please note that children under the age of 16 must be supervised at all times whilst in the Sauna.
Located on Sun Deck 12. (separate men and women)
The entertainment never stops on board the Island Star. So whatever your mood, you’re bound to find something to take your fancy.
Please see your daily Island Chat for opening hours, special events and performances. These may change daily.
Throughout your cruise, take your seat for a variety of acts and fabulous West End shows performed by your resident team of talented singers and dancers. With the vibrant costumes to dazzle you and rhythmic dancing to wow you, you’ll want to get in to one of the two performances a night. Combining this with top Guest Acts who are flown in specially from the UK every week to entertain you, the choice is yours!
Located on Palm deck 7 and Fantasy deck 8
If you fancy a change from the Theatre, join your Cruise Hosts in the Bounty Lounge for fun games, dance classes, and demonstrations during the day. During the evening, settle in for a night of interactive game shows, cabarets, themed nights and a dance or two with music provided by their resident band. After hours why not dance the night away with the dynamic sounds from their top DJ as the Bounty Club turns into their late night venue.
Located on Fantasy deck 8
With a wide range of activities during the day there’s always something going on at the pool deck. Join in the fun: There are pool and team games plus food and cocktail demonstrations to mention but a few. On your first evening join their Sailaway Party to start off your cruise (weather permitting). Join their deck parties around the pool to dance the night away under the stars… plus there's always something to surprise and delight.
Palmy’s Pals is for children aged 3-6. Their children's entertainment programme is split into two age groups, so you can rest assured that your children will enjoy a range of fun and games perfect for them and their friends. Please see your daily Island Chat for special events and performances.
Palmy’s Crew is for the 7-11-year-olds. One of the highlights of the week is the stage production show complete with professional sound and lights! Throughout the week the kids prepare for this spectacular show and the final performance in the Ocean Theatre is an unforgettable experience for children and adults alike. Add in pyjama parties and picnics, face painting and mini-discos for guaranteed fun.
Daily activities and timetable are outlined in the Island Chat and Palmy’s Weekly. Located on Fantasy deck 8.
Palmy’s Kids’ Clubs also organise a Breakfast Club. On selected days during your cruise they'll pick up the children from your cabin and take them to the Island Restaurant for a child-friendly breakfast. So you won’t have to get up at kids’ time every morning! Ask your Children’s Hosts about booking this event.
For kids, young and old they have the Action Zone – Arcade with a variety of games such as Ferrari racing, dance mat, football challenges, and the latest touch screen multi games. This is a place where teens can hang out and make friends. There will be a wider range of activities available for the teenagers during the school holidays. Tokens available at the Casino cashier.
Open 24 hours a day. Located on Fantasy deck 8.
After the kids clubs the venue changes to the teens area. Activities will be arranged during the school holidays with chill-out sessions, film nights and discos.
Located on Fantasy deck 8.
Note: All Island Star details were correct at the time of publication.
The Island Star has a variety of cabin styles to suit everyone’s needs. All are equipped to a high standard with contemporary fixtures and fittings. With a choice of many outside cabins and a top selection of suites and balconies, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Standard cabins on the Island Star feature two lower beds that can be convered into a double bed, unless otherwise stated. Also some cabins can accommodate 3 or 4 adults with upper berths folding down above the twin beds. Standard cabins are equipped with air-conditioning, television, radio, safe, wardrobe, drawer space, dressing table with mirror and chair, hairdryer, power sockets (110v US two pin adaptor required) and a table with a chair. All have en-suite shower rooms with WC, hand basin and hairdryer.
Larger than Premier cabins, these twin or double bedded ensuite cabins with windows have an extra convertible sofa bed. Maximum occupancy of 3 people.
Twin or L-shaped bedded ensuite cabins for wheelchair access with porthole or window. Extra pull down bed available to max occupancy of 3 people.
Twin cabins with beds in L-shaped layout with porthole or window. Additional pull down bed available in all cabins to maximum occupancy of 3 people.
More spacious twin or double bedded ensuite cabins with window. Include an additional sofa bed or pull down bed for maximum occupancy of 3 people.
Twin or double bedded ensuite cabins with porthole or window. Additional pull down beds available in some cabins to maximum occupancy of 4 people.
Their best cabins can sleep up to 4 with an additional double sofa bed. Separate living area and large balcony with 2 reclining chairs.
Larger than the Junior Suites these twin or double bedded suites have an extra sofa bed for max occupancy of 3 people. Separate living area and window.
Larger than Deluxe cabins these twin or double bedded suites have an extra sofa bed for max occupancy of 3 people. Include a balcony to enjoy the sun.
Note: All Island Star stateroom images are representative samples. Certain staterooms may vary in size and configuration.
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