Ritz-Carlton the well-known American hotel chain, is taking to the high seas with the addition of luxury super-yachts. The vessel known as Evrima will be the first ship to launch with Ritz-Carlton in August of this year.
Ritz-Carlton first announced its intension to take their brand into the cruise industry back in 2017. Since the last couple of years, the company has faced pandemic-related delays. Causing the Evrima to make its debut on August 6th 2022. The inaugural voyage of Ritz-Carlton’s first ship will sail to the Mediterranean. Most of the sailings will range from 7 to 10 days, to start.
While the Evrima is the first ship to sail for Ritz-Carlton, the company has two other yachts in production that are set to debut in 2024 and 2025.
(Evrima, loft-style suite)
The 623-foot cruise liner, will consist of 149 suites, and can accommodate up to 298 guests collectively. Guests can expect private balconies, floor-to-ceiling windows, and Ritz-Carlton’s signature king-sized beds, and double vanity bathrooms.
In a statement from Ritz-Carlton, “the interiors of Evirma perfectly blends timeless elegance and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Boasting a residential feel, the suites’ design inspiration includes the sleek and contemporary look of The Ritz-Carlton Residences in Sunny Isles, Miami Beach and Los Angeles, and offers a spacious setting, innovative marine qualities and some of the most design-forward yacht interiors in the world.”
The suites are designed for luxury, and to create a light and open space for passengers. Many suites will also be capable of being linked with neighboring suites for those traveling with larger groups or families, and include sound-proof walls for added privacy.
Onboard Evrima, guests can also experience a spa and a signature restaurant by the name of S.E.A, led by chef Sven Elverfeld. The signature restaurant will feature a five-course meal paired with refreshments such as different champagnes and wines.
The Evrima’s itineraries will change based on the seasons, the ship will sail to the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Central America and South America to start. Ports of call may include the French Riviera, Costa Rican coastlines, and the Balearic Islands in Spain, Saint Tropez, and St. Bartz, and more.
Guests will be able to partake in intimate shore excursions in each destination, these tours will be part of Ritz-Carlton’s Shore Collection. The ship will also have specific concierge onboard to help guests plan their independent outings in each port of call, by the name of ‘Concierge Ashore’.
(Ritz-Carlton Evrima concept art)
To sail with Ritz-Carlton onboard the Evrima, rates will vary depending on the sailing destination. For example, a seven-day sailing in the Caribbean will start at $5,100 per person in a double-occupancy suite.
“Every element of the luxury yachting experience was carefully considered in creating Evrima. This attention to detail and innovation, and our commitment to delivering highly personalized, immersive journeys will place the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection in a league of its own, promising unforgettable getaways for both longtime cruisers and those who are new to the space,” said Dougles Prothero, CEO of the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.