Ritz Carlton Evrima Cruise Ship Review

Table Of Content

• Ilma (Ritz-Carlton) Review
• First look: Inside the new Ritz-Carlton cruise ship Evrima, which finally debuts this week
• Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection expands fleet with 2 newbuild superyachts, Ilma and Luminara
• The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection opens reservations for Luminara
• Ritz-Carlton Luminara
• MS Evrima Inaugural cruise itineraries 2022
• Current itinerary of Ritz-Carlton Evrima

Sail into the heart of iconic cities and drop anchor off secluded island hideways. Here, freedom and flexibility allow immersion in life's most exceptional experiences. Sleek and sophisticated, the intimate yachts of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection fuse the refined residential feel and legendary service of The Ritz-Carlton with the relaxed freedom of the yachting lifestyle. The 452-passenger, 46,750-ton Luminara debuts from Rome on July 31, 2025 on a seven-night itinerary that, like Ilma’s debut, overnight’s in Livorno.

Ilma (Ritz-Carlton) Review

The company's biggest brands are Marriott (Marriott Hotels and Resorts LLC), Starwood (Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide LLC/1969-founded), Ritz-Carlton (The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC/1983-founded, 101 hotels), and Le Meridien (1972-founded/107 hotels). Founded in 1927, Marriott International is a US multinational corporation headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland (Washington DC metropolis). The company specializes in managing and franchising hotels, resorts and leisure lodging facilities.

First look: Inside the new Ritz-Carlton cruise ship Evrima, which finally debuts this week

The company initially used a shipyard to build Evrima that had little experience constructing upscale vessels. They include two-story Loft Suites that measure 611 square feet, not including 81-square-foot balconies. The long-delayed debut of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, the new cruising arm of luxury hotel chain Ritz-Carlton, will actually happen on Saturday, according to the company.

Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection expands fleet with 2 newbuild superyachts, Ilma and Luminara

For a small ship, Evrima has a varied range of dining options with five restaurants, 24-hour in-suite dining and a constant supply of culinary snacks in the Living Room that change depending on the time of day or night. Outside is the adjacent Observation Terrace, a lovely outdoor space to spill out into from the lounge on warm evenings, while during the day this is a quiet hideaway deck with sun-beds and captain’s chairs where guests can enjoy elevated views. I disembarked on Mallorca halfway through the seven-night inaugural sailing, which concluded in Nice, France, on October 22, 2022. When Evrima anchored off the coast of St. Tropez, the Marina, open only when the ship is at anchor, unfolded with floating platforms and a bevy of water toys, like paddleboards, sailboats, kayaks, and snorkeling accoutrements.

Cabins and suites

“This is an exciting chapter for The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, and I am honored to be a part of a journey that holds incredible potential for creating lasting value for our guests and continues to shape the future of luxury travel,” Murren said. “Our success is driven by a collective team of talented and passionate individuals. With a strong leadership team in place, coupled with the invaluable support of our partner at Marriott and our dedicated shareholders, we are strategically positioned for long-term success and growth. Luxury cruise operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours also is in the midst of adding high-end, 228-passenger, yachtlike vessels.

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection opens reservations for Luminara

A selection of water toys (sea kayaks, paddleboards, snorkeling equipment) is provided complimentary to all passengers. The marina is connected to the indoors, forming an indoor-outdoor solarium (sundeck) looking more like a cozy lounge than the usual sundeck. Excursions on the Europe circuit include historic city-center tours, winery visits, and workshops like perfume-making and cooking classes.

In spring and summer 2022, Evrima was deployed in the Western Caribbean and Bahamas, Bermuda, and Europe/Mediterranean (also visiting Holy Land / Israel and Cyprus). Themed voyages 2022 included Christmas Cruise (Dec 25th in Roseau Dominica), New Year's Eve Cruise (Dec 31st in Saint Barthelemy Island), Casablanca overnight (tour to Marrakesh Morocco), Monaco Grand Prix 2022 (Circuit de Monaco). Other large luxury hotel brands owned by Marriott include Autograph Collection, Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, Fairfield Inn, JW Marriott, Gaylord Hotels, Renaissance Hotels, SpringHill Suites, TownePlace Suites. Evrima's shipbuilder was Astilleros Barreras Shipyard (Vigo Spain). The keel-laying ceremony for the first vessel ("Yacht 1"/fka Azora) was held on January 11, 2018.

MS Evrima Inaugural cruise itineraries 2022

The thrusters have the ability to turn 360 degrees which increases the ship's maneuverability and allows access to ports without the need for tugboat assistance. Clear focuses on cuisine, relaxation, and small entertainment offerings like live music trios and high tea make this feel like a luxury hotel you never want to leave—one that just so happens to be floating at sea. Evrima’s airy interiors give it the ambience of a boutique hotel, while the sleek lines and classy deck areas with infinity pools, hot tubs and a marina platform give off the aura of a superyacht. For a ship of this size, there’s an impressive number of restaurants with five dining venues offering a variety of cuisines to a high standard. Ritz-Carlton cruise itineraries range from 7- to 13-nights/8-14-days and include many overnight ports of call.

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The food onboard has also gotten positive feedback from passengers, both regarding the quality of the meals and the dining venues on board. The Bonvoy link also makes Evrima a more fertile ground for multigenerational travelers. Notably, the ship is equipped with a children's playroom -- called Ritz's Kids -- on Deck 8 that's open for children 4 to 12 years of age (for a fee; $45 per child for three hours).

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Follows the complete list of Ritz-Carlton Luminara ship lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens and adults. Follows the complete list of Ritz-Carlton Luminara restaurants and food bars. The largest accommodations are Owner's Suites - sized 1035 ft2 (96 m2 indoor space) in addition to the huge terrace (sized 720 ft2 / 67 m2). The boat has 10 decks, of which 8 are passenger-accessible and 6 with cabins. The vessel's physical construction/assembly (yard/hull number 1705) officially started with the keel-laying ceremony held on January 11, 2018. The special event was attended by Jose Garcia Costas (shipyard's Chairman), Fredrik Johannson (Tillberg Design's owner), Timothy Grisius (Marriott International's global real estate officer), Douglas Prothero (Ritz-Carlton Yachts' CEO).

In between there’s the elevated-casual Mistral for al fresco Mediterranean favorites like rack of lamb and seared scallops; the Evrima Room for white-table-cloth dining with wine pairings; and Talaat Nam for Thai-fusion and sushi options. There’s also the Living Room for pastries, coffee, and snacks (plus high tea once or so per sailing), in-suite dining all day long, and the Observation Deck champagne bar for drinks near the adjacent whiskey-stocked humidor. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection executive attributes this distinction to having a stronger loyalist passenger base and also by being part of Marriott. But inside, the space distribution has the familiar feel of a cruise ship.

Externally the 623-feet-long vessel sports a decidedly yacht-like look, with a terraced aft and sleek design. In April 2018, Ritz-Carlton pushed back its debut (brand inauguration) thru February 1, 2020, when the fleet's first superyacht (Evrima) was planned to depart on a 4-day cruise from Fort Lauderdale FL. Previously, the company announced starting operations in November 2019, with a planned inaugural cruise from PortMiami Florida to Key West FL and Bimini Bahamas. The scheduled Caribbean program (through March 28) was scheduled to end with a 12-day Transatlantic crossing (Barbados to Lisbon). Due to fire and safety regulations, most of the onboard spaces are sectioned off and subdivided, with walls dividing restaurants from lounges and bars. Ritz-Carlton ships pioneer an open floorplan concept ("fluid and transparent") designed to "break down the traditional boundaries between dining and drinking areas".

The Observation Terrace is all the way forward on Deck 10, in front of the Observation Lounge. Comfy seating areas abound where you can grab a drink and chat with newfound friends. This deck is especially atmospheric at night with accent lighting that creates a beautiful blue glow. If you didn't prebook a treatment before boarding, your personal concierge can assist you on board; otherwise, call or visit The Spa. A receptionist will explain the options and make your arrangements. An array of facials are also available, including the 90-minute Ultimate Radiance and Renewal Facial ($320) that uses ESPA skincare-brand products.

With a private yacht feel, akin to The Ritz-Carlton Residences in Florida's Sunny Isles Beach and Miami Beach, along with Los Angeles, the emphasis is on comfortable open-concept spaces and natural light. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has an option to order two additional yachts from the shipyard. It will be interesting to see if the line sticks to its three initial ships or expands to a five-ship fleet.

On March 17, 2022, Ritz-Carlton officially announced signing the order with the French shipbuilding company Chantiers de l'Atlantique (shipyard in Sant-Nazaire) for two LNG-powered superyachts - the sisterships Ilma (2024) and Luminara (2025). Ritz-Carlton cruise fares are inclusive of onboard accommodation, dining, beverages (including alcoholic), gratuities (shipboard tipping) and Wi-Fi. A 5% discount is offered with the booking of 2 or more B2Bs (back-to-back itineraries).

I watched as Pacheco and Vitale ping-ponged ideas off each other for art-and-wine events they could put on during an upcoming transatlantic crossing, all while sipping Ruinart sparkling rosé from the bottle the three of us were sharing. That particular transatlantic voyage was slated to leave from Lisbon after Evrima’s christening on November 5, sail to Tenerife, Spain, spend seven days at sea, and wind up in Bridgetown, Barbados. Vitale planned to have the Bahamian artist behind the ship's upcoming rotating art exhibit, Lynn Parotti, on board for the crossing and Caribbean sailings. Room options range from the entry-level Terrace Suites to the 1,000-square-foot Owner’s Suite, with a private whirlpool. While the two two-story Lofts and their vast 81-square-foot terraces were the top-tier offering on the inaugural sailing, the two Owner's Suites and four View Suites have since been completed, and are now the swankiest rooms on the yacht.