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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Unveils Luminara
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has revealed the latest chapter in its evolution with the upcoming launch of Luminara, the brand’s third ultra-luxury yacht. Scheduled to debut on July 3, 2025, with a maiden voyage from Monte Carlo to Rome, Luminara is poised to raise the bar in bespoke ocean travel, offering immersive itineraries, world-class dining, high-end design, and curated cultural experiences.
With a sleek 794-foot profile and capacity for 452 guests across 226 suites, Luminara blends refined aesthetics with the intimacy of private yachting. Its contemporary craftsmanship, envisioned by Chapi Design Luxury Division, AD Associates, and DPA Lighting Consultants, is marked by rich materials like walnut wood, Arabescato Corchia marble, and deep ocean-inspired tones. Each suite features a private terrace, with upper-tier accommodations outfitted by design powerhouses such as Minotti, Poltrona Frau, and Molteni. A standout feature is a seven-story light sculpture in the aft staircase atrium—an artistic centerpiece that connects the vessel’s decks with luminous elegance.
Art will be integral to the guest journey, with a 731-piece collection that includes commissioned works celebrating Malta’s cultural heritage, and originals from renowned names like Henri Matisse, David Hockney, and Andy Warhol. This layered aesthetic experience reinforces Luminara’s role as a floating cultural gallery.
Culinary offerings span five signature dining venues, led by Michelin-starred chefs Fabio Trabocchi and Michael Mina. Seta su Luminara and Beach House introduce modern Italian and Mediterranean menus, while Haesu Bit, Azur, and Mistral cater to global palates with pan-Asian delicacies and seafood-rich cuisine. Complementing these is the Art Bar, a social space blending cocktails, confections, and Cycladic-inspired art.
Signature amenities include a Marina Beach platform with direct ocean access, expansive pool areas, and The Ritz-Carlton Spa® offering treatments influenced by Asia-Pacific rituals. In retail, luxury partnerships with Cartier, IWC Schaffhausen, and Piaget debut onboard, alongside a curated boutique featuring exclusive labels such as Sydney Evan, Stella McCartney, and La DoubleJ.
Luminara's itineraries will span the Mediterranean, Africa, Asia, and Alaska, marking the brand’s entrance into Asia and North America’s Pacific Northwest. Destinations include Hạ Long Bay, Osaka, and Bangkok, followed by Alaska and Canada from May 2026.
With Luminara, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection continues its mission to redefine luxury travel at sea, merging cultural immersion with elevated onboard living for discerning global travelers.
Source: The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
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