The Ritz-Carlton desires to offer you a digital tour of its second cruise liner.
The American hospitality titan unveiled inside renders of the 790-foot Ilma on Tuesday. The “superyacht,” as Ritz-Carlton calls it, first hit the water on the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, final September, along with her debut voyage slated for this fall. The Ritz-Carlton fleet additionally contains the 623-foot Evrima that launched in 2022 and the 794-foot Luminara that may hit the seas in 2025.
“As we look forward to the launch of Ilma, our commitment to expanding our superyacht fleet reinforces our vision of ultra-luxury hospitality at sea,” Jim Murren, government chairman and CEO of the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, stated in an announcement. “Ilma has been meticulously crafted to enliven the senses and elevate every aspect of our guests’ journey.”
Named after the Maltese phrase for “water,” Ilma showcases a glossy, superyacht-inspired exterior by the parents at Finnish studio Aivan and a sublime, light-filled inside by British agency AD Associates. Inspired by components of Maltese mythology, shoreline, historical past, and native fauna, the decor sees impartial tones juxtaposed by darkish finishes and assertion lighting by designer DPA. The curated artwork assortment additionally contains “thought-provoking pieces that encourage guests to immerse in their surroundings,” in keeping with Ritz-Carlton.
The 790-footer contains 224 spacious suites that may sleep as much as 448 passengers. Each suite showcases floor-to-ceiling home windows and personal oceanview terraces that foster a connection to the ocean. As with Evrima, Ilma has a set of bigger, extra luxurious suites for seafarers seeking to go all out. The Owner’s Suite, as an example, gives simply over 1,000 sq. ft of residing area, an in-suite bar, and an elegant eating space. The crew-to-guest ratio is nearly one-to-one, so you possibly can anticipate customized service akin to a five-star resort, too.