Suite luxury on the high seas
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
24 February 2020
Dreamlike suites with sea view, exclusive amenities, personal 24-hour service and lifestyle feeling de luxe. This and much more awaits you on the new floating luxury hotels.
THE RITZ-CARLTON YACHT COLLECTION
The traditional hotel chain Ritz-Carlton stands for unique service and pure luxury in a top location. Since this year, these quality standards have been combined with a spirit of discovery and a fresh sea breeze on the three new Ritz-Carlton yachts. The three modern and exclusive ships offer unforgettable journeys on the seven seas, where a unique feeling of freedom comes alive. Explore the world from new perspectives while enjoying personalized service, upscale dining and luxurious amenities at The Ritz-Carlton standard.
A unique yachting experience
In contrast to common cruise ships, the boats of Ritz-Carlton come in a modern classic yacht look. The stylish yachts impress with their high level of comfort and tasteful furnishings, which offer travel in a relaxed and elegant atmosphere. The three spacious and airy yachts can accommodate 298 guests each and offer 149 suites in six different categories, each with its own terrace. Thanks to the generous space of the ships, the room ratio is more than 89 square metres per guest. Responsible for the culinary highlights on board is none other than chef Sven Elverfeld from the three Michelin-starred Aqua restaurant at "The Ritz-Carlton, Wolfsburg".
destinations,
In their inaugural season, The Ritz Carlton yachts will sail to a variety of destinations in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Canada and New England. The range of cruises is so diverse that every guest is guaranteed to find their perfect itinerary. Unusually, the intimate size of the yachts allows the boats to approach the heart of most cities, calling at marinas denied to larger cruise ships. This gives guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the local culture at less frequented destinations and enjoy select experiences ashore. Prices for a 7-day voyage start from € 4,500 per person - depending on cabin class and destination. ritzcarltonyachtcollection.com.
OTHER SUPPLIERS
In addition to the new yachts from The Ritz-Carlton, there are other exclusive yacht experiences from other providers.
Seadream Yacht Club
For almost 20 years, the two yachts from SeaDream Yacht Club have stood for the highest levels of comfort and luxury at sea. In the summer, the mega-yachts sail the Mediterranean, while in the winter months they visit the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. From 2021, the new yacht SeaDream Innovation will sail to worldwide destinations, including the polar regions.
Cruise from € 1.800 per person and week | seadream.com
Silversea
Silversea's three cruise ships are the perfect blend of luxury and true adventure. The boats sail the seven seas and offer tours to the Arctic Circle, Eastern Russia, New Zealand and other remote corners of the world.
Cruise from € 2.700 | silversea.com.
The World
The 196-meter-long ship is the largest seagoing vessel equipped as a private residence. The comfortable yacht has 165 luxurious apartments, which are privately owned. The owners live on the ship and rent out their apartments to guests. Furthermore, the owners decide every year which destinations will be visited, so there is always a new adventure waiting.
Bookable on request | aboardtheworld.com
Ponant
On several elegant ships, such as a sporty three-masted sailing yacht or four intimate cruising yachts, the comfortable Pontant ships invite their guests to unique destinations. The exclusive experiences range from expeditions to Antarctica to cultural journeys and musical cruises with opera singers. The yachts combine luxury with a personal atmosphere.
Cruise from € 3,600 per person per week | ponant.com
Picture credits: Silversea Cruises LTD; The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection; Seadream; Aboard the World; Francois Lefebvre