Jun 28, 2024 • 7 min read
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection will sail around Asia starting next year
27.06.2024 - 15:33 / thepointsguy.com / Marriott Bonvoy / Jenni Benzaquen
It's been only a few weeks since The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection shared images of Ilma, the second ship in its fleet. Now, the luxury sailing arm of Marriott Bonvoy is back with news on the collection's third ship: the Luminara.
Starting in 2025, Luminara will begin sailing in Asia, a first for the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. Journeys are currently planned from December 2025 through May 2026 and will include exciting stops in major cities like Tokyo, Hong Kong and Singapore, along with lesser-known, underrated Asian coastal stunners like Ha Long Bay in Vietnam and Puerto Princesa, Philippines.
Luminara, an all-suite ship, will have five restaurants, six bars, a wine vault, a Ritz-Carlton spa, various room configurations and a pool. Plus, it'll have plenty of beautiful places to relax and watch the world go by — which, in the case of these new itineraries, means sailing by the beautiful landscapes of Asia.
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"As the first luxury hotel brand to venture into the cruise space, we are thrilled to announce the expansion of our yacht voyages into Asia's most sought-after destinations," Jenni Benzaquen, senior vice president of The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis and Bulgari Hotels and Resorts, said in a statement. "The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection offers guests unparalleled access to the world's most exquisite destinations, all while enjoying the hallmarks of luxury and personalized service for which The Ritz-Carlton brand is renowned."
The itineraries will kick off with a 14-night journey from Singapore to Hong Kong Dec. 30, 2025. Guests can expect a New Year's celebration in Koh Samui, Thailand; two days to explore Bangkok; and multiple stops in Vietnam. Bookings start at $17,300 per person.
Into 2026, there will be even more itinerary options, including:
Before it begins running these Asian itineraries, Luminara will sail the Mediterranean starting next summer, with a slew of trips stopping in places like Rome, Barcelona and Athens, among others.
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