November 10, 2025

Your Luxury Hotel at Sea & the New Wave of Yacht Cruising

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Shianne Motter

The first yacht experience in the Seychelles & more reasons why a yacht vacation should be next on your list

There’s something about being on the water that changes everything.
The noise fades. Time slows. The horizon opens.Get ready to wake up with the warm trade winds at your back & good times ahead. 

 

Four Seasons Yachts: The Future of Ultra-Luxury Cruising

Launching in 2026, Four Seasons Yachts promises to redefine the ultra-luxury small ship experience. Known for its impeccable service and world-class design, Four Seasons is extending its brand of bespoke hospitality to the sea.

Each yacht will feature expansive suites with private plunge pools, a sea-view spa, and an exclusive marina deck for watersports and tender excursions. Expect curated itineraries through the Mediterranean and Caribbean, combining legendary service with adventure and design that blurs the line between hotel and horizon.

Four Seasons Yachts is not just a new cruise line—it’s a floating resort for the modern explorer

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Aqua Lares the first superyacht in East Africa & The Arctic

Setting a new standard for small-ship exploration, Aqua Lares is the world’s first superyacht offering both individual cabin bookings and private charters for expeditions in the Seychelles & The Norwegian Arctic. Featuring 15 bespoke cabins, a one-to-one crew-to-guest ratio, and expert-led excursions, Aqua Lares offers a superyacht experience unlike any other. Aqua Lares pairs days of adventure with all the comforts of a five-star hotel, including a curated fine dining experience, highly personalized service, and a range of social spaces for rest and relaxation. Whether it’s sipping cocktails on the sun deck, cooling off at the jacuzzi, indulging in a spa treatment, or setting out on guided Arctic expeditions, moments on board can be just as special as those spent exploring the remote islands of the Indian & Arctic Oceans.

Windstar & your luxury foodie cruise
A Complimentary Windstar Destination Discovery Event

Windstar’s motto—“180° from Ordinary”—says it all. With sleek, sail-powered yachts that glide into small harbors and hidden coves, Windstar captures the essence of private sailing with the amenities of a five-star hotel.

Bora Bora is surrounded by a number of tiny islets called “motu” – small, pristine, secluded paradises that offer privacy, beauty and relaxing ambiance. You will spend the evening on one of these perfect Polynesian oases accompanied only by other Windstar guests. As has long been the tradition in Tahiti, you will be welcomed to the motu with a fragrant flower lei.

Your private feast on the beach promises to be extraordinary. The menu has been carefully selected by Windstar’s executive chef and is sure to please and tantalize your palate.

When your meal is complete and the stars begin to shine, the highlight of this enchanted evening will begin. Fire dancing has long been deeply embedded in the Polynesian culture as a way to send messages to the gods. Your fire dancing experts will be wearing traditional loincloths and will dazzle you with high-speed acrobatic moves, throwing flames so hot you’ll feel the warmth 10 feet away.

Please note: This Destination Discovery Event has been scheduled in a way that will allow you to book and experience another shore excursion on the same day and you will not miss anything.

What's Included in this Windstar itinerary?

  • 3 nights in a garden pool bungalow at the 4-star Hotel Manava Beach Resort & Spa Moorea with full use of water sports equipment, plus American breakfast
  • Half day Moorea Food Adventure including liquor and juice tastings, traditional Ma’a tinito, and even roadside stands for the most delicious local foods
  • Full day Moorea snorkeling tour of Cook and Opunohu bays with a feet-in-the-water lunch and cultural demonstrations
  • All transfers pier to ferry, ferry to hotel, and ferry to airport on DAY 4 in the afternoon.  Please note: No morning flights on Day 4, only evening flights.
  • 7-day cruise aboard Star Breeze, round trip from Papeete

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    Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection 

    The Ritz-Carlton name evokes timeless refinement, and the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection brings that same sophistication to the water. The debut of Evrima, followed by Ilma and Luminara, marks a new era of ocean travel—where the atmosphere feels more like a private residence than a cruise.

    Guests will kayak the azure waters of Tahiti and Hawaii directly from the yacht’s Marina before even stepping ashore. They’ll cross the equator and the International Date Line to be among the first in the world to welcome a new day in Kiribati. In Hawaii, travelers will traverse lush backroads past taro fields and roadside stands selling fresh-baked banana bread on their way to the Hana Highway on Maui or Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island. In French Polynesia, they’ll savor the beauty of Bora Bora’s crystalline waters, where overwater bungalows, coral gardens, and lush mountain backdrops create the quintessential South Pacific dreamscape.

    Take a deeper look inside the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection here.

Scenic Ikon 

Scenic Ikon will set sail from Venice in April 2028 and the inaugural voyage has almost sold out, with following departures selling strongly.

The maiden season includes sailings through to March 2029 and features 110 ports, 21 countries, and 26 new destinations. Spanning the Mediterranean, Aegean and Egypt, the Cape Verde Islands, Dakar's vibrant city, the wonders of Antarctica, The Falkland Islands and Chilean Fjords.

 Scenic Ikon’s helicopter program ascends to extraordinary new heights. Guests taking advantage of our Pay In Full Offer will enjoy a complimentary flight, enhancing the truly all-inclusive experience. Newly unveiled exclusive helicopter landings at renowned golf courses, celebrated local restaurants, and historic cultural landmarks — along with access to some of the world’s most remote and breathtaking wilderness regions — will feature across the Scenic Discovery Yachts collection. These experiences are included for Chairman’s Club members, as well as guests in our Penthouse and Owner’s Suites, offering a rare blend of culture, exhilaration, and discovery. Meanwhile, Scenic Ikon’s submersible^, Scenic Neptune III — a custom-designed Triton AVA-9 — invites guests to explore the hidden depths of Antarctica and beyond.

 

Seabourn Caviar in the Surf Experience

Caviar in the Surf® is available on select sailings, weather and conditions permitting. One of Seabourn’s most popular events is the signature “Caviar in the Surf” beach barbecue. Uniformed staff members plunge into the water and invite guests to wade in and get iced champagne and caviar at a surfboard bar. The event includes a lavish barbecue lunch, watersports, music and ample time to soak up the sun on a white-sandy beach.

On Seabourn, the suite of six modern small-ship vessels offer a private, yacht-like atmosphere and a wealth of onboard touches to ensure smooth sailing and delightful voyaging.

Why Chose Private Yacht Charters

Live your own Below Deck Sailing Yacht life.

Envision charting your course through pristine waters, where every stop unveils secluded coves and untouched beaches. Your life on the water will feel like a movie. Choosing sailing as your preferred mode of travel offers a captivating blend of freedom, adventure, and tranquility

Freedom and Flexibility

Yacht travelers relish the ability to craft their own itineraries, choosing to sail to secluded destinations far from crowded ports. Unlike conventional travel, where schedules and routes are often predetermined, yachting provides the freedom to linger longer in favorite spots or change course for an unexpected adventure.

Luxury and Comfort

The rhythmic sound of the waves and the wind in the sails can provide a sense of peace and relaxation, making it an excellent way to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Modern yachts are designed to rival five-star hotels, featuring high-end amenities like gourmet kitchens, expansive sun decks, private gyms, hot tubs, and even personal staff. From plush interiors to state-of-the-art technology, travelers can enjoy the ultimate comfort while at sea.

 

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