The Ritz-Carlton’s Luxe cruise liner has already set its sights on 2027.
794 feet of hotelier Luminara, The one we boarded last year is heading to both Asia and Alaska on its recently launched itineraries for 2027. The brand is offering 15 adventures to the Land of the Midnight Sun, four trans-Pacific voyages, and two transcontinental voyages that give you the chance to cross both destinations in one go.
No matter what kind of travel you like, you can expect to explore some of the more remote areas as well as popular destinations. Kicking things off along Alaska, you’ll see amazing views of Vancouver, British Columbia, and Whittier. Luminara As your home base. Seven- to nine-night adventures can include cruises in the Inside Passage, where you can see glaciers, densely forested coastlines and more spectacular scenery for more than 500 miles. To spend more time with a glacier or two, some trips will travel through Tracy Arm Fjord (private flights are available for even closer views); Others will take you to more secluded harbors, such as Wrangel and Kloak, during the salmon run for the ultimate bear season and wildlife viewing experience.
Meanwhile, Asia will take you on a journey through ports of call, including stops in Seoul, Tianjin (with Beijing and the Great Wall), Otaro, Akita and more. For example, a 10-night trip from Tokyo to Seoul will give you glimpses of Mount Fuji and seaside temples, as well as time to explore Beijing’s Forbidden City during a two-day stay. Other experiences on offer include time spent in Osaka’s beloved foodie district of Dotenbori and the opportunity to explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
“Our summer 2027 season on Luminara reflects our continued focus on immersive exploration by sea, combining extensive Alaska itineraries and new ports of call throughout Asia with the most luxurious accommodations and personalized service,” said Ernesto Fara, CEO and President of Ritz-Carlton Collection Yachts, in a statement. “These new journeys have been thoughtfully designed to invite guests to experience and connect with both remarkably distinct areas in a way that feels seamless and enriching.”
Luminara The Ritz-Carlton is the most recent vessel to join the Yacht Collection, making a neat trio with its sisters. Euryima And Alma. The newest cruise liner hit the seas just last July and offers many spacious suites (226, to be exact), each with its own private terrace. Elsewhere on the ship, you’ll find a Ritz-Carlton Spa, a marina with direct ocean access, multiple swimming pools, and world-class dining.
Of course, the Ritz-Carlton isn’t the only hotelier with cruises on its mind (though it’s the only one with vessels in the water right now). More and more high-end brands are debuting their own elevated cruise ships that bring their white-collar service to the blue of the ocean, starting with Four Seasons, Aman and the Orient Express. And with the Four Seasons and Orient Express both debuting this year, they’ll be joining in. Luminara Soon on the seas.
To book a cabin on board Luminara For her 2027 voyage (spanning from April 25 to October 13, visit the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection website
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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
