The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection unveils a new winter season 2027-2028 | News
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection introduces its 2027-2028 winter itineraries across the Asia Pacific, Caribbean and South Pacific aboard Evrima, Ilma and Luminara. The season, which runs from October 2027 to May 2028, includes more than 60 voyages and introduces 14 new ports of call. The season broadens the brand’s global presence in key regions, combining established destinations with small, less-visited ports. Each voyage reflects The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s approach to luxury travel, combining immersive exploration with the effortless, relaxing feeling of an intimate yacht experience.
As part of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s upcoming 2027-2028 winter season, Evrima will sail the Hawaiian Islands and the South Pacific before returning to the Caribbean, while Ilma will complement visits to vibrant beach towns and hidden anchorages with a total of 27 ports of call. Luminara returns to Asia Pacific, where his tours will connect the region’s vibrant capitals and emerging beach resorts. Throughout the season, itineraries have been carefully crafted to balance serene days at sea with time on shore, allowing shore excursions and cultural encounters to shape the destination-focused discoveries.
“Our 2027-2028 winter season reflects our continued focus on creating journeys that feel both expansive and personal,” said Ernesto Fara, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. “By introducing new destinations in Asia Pacific, the Caribbean and the South Pacific, we are offering guests more ways to explore at their own pace while enjoying the care and connection that defines our experience.”
Extensive exploration in the South Pacific on board Evrima
Evrima will embark on a series of remarkable voyages across the South Pacific and beyond. An extended season in the region will allow for deeper discoveries, including inaugural visits to the coral atolls and lagoons of Rangiroa and Fakarava in French Polynesia, as well as the lush mountains and islets scattered across Rarotonga and Aitutaki in the Cook Islands. Scenic destinations such as Huahine provide ideal conditions for enjoying the yacht’s Marina Beach, inviting guests to swim, lounge or participate in water activities with direct access to the Pacific Ocean.
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection also introduces a 13-night voyage from Los Angeles to Panama City, with first-time calls at Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán, Zihuatanejo and Puerto Chiapas, each revealing their own cultural character and coastal beauty. Additionally, two seven-night voyages from San Juan to Panama City offer a rare opportunity to sail through the Panama Canal, where guests can witness the architectural wonders from the private terraces of Evrima’s all-suite accommodations.
Flexible Caribbean travel aboard Ilma
Spanning 27 ports across the Caribbean, the upcoming winter season on board Ilma has been carefully designed around flexibility and seamless access. Miami, San Juan and Oranjestad serve as convenient ports for routes throughout the region. St. Barths remains a highlight with frequent stops throughout the season, while an extensive collection of three- and four-day round trips from Miami and San Juan create new opportunities for spontaneous long weekends and effortless escapes to destinations like Great Exuma and Key West. Peaceful sailings of five to seven nights provide a welcome sense of refuge, among vibrant tropical islands and tranquil hidden coves.
The season also welcomes Culebra, Puerto Rico as a new port of call. Only accessible to smaller vessels, the island is known for its protected turquoise waters and pristine beaches, underscoring the advantage of Ilma’s size. Norman Island, located at the southernmost tip of the British Virgin Islands, will also debut as a new port, joining Canouan as an idyllic setting for curated beach gatherings and joyful seaside celebrations.
Immersive Asia-Pacific itineraries aboard Luminara
Luminara offers itineraries throughout Asia Pacific, allowing travelers to more thoughtfully experience the region’s urban centers alongside lesser-traveled coastal gems. An 11-night trip from Hong Kong to Tokyo introduces an inaugural visit in Kaohsiung, where waterfront promenades and vibrant night markets reflect the cultural vibrancy of southern Taiwan, in addition to a visit to Ishigaki, Japan, celebrated for its clear blue waters. In Southeast Asia, Bintan debuts on a new seven-day cruise from Bangkok to Singapore, offering access to a remote Indonesian archipelago known for its white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters.
The season will also include a series of longer routes of up to 14 nights, designed to capture the contrast and depth of the region. A trip from Hong Kong to Singapore will underscore this balance of urban energy and coastal elegance, combining overnight stops at Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City for a deeper exploration of each city’s cutting-edge dining, fashion and nightlife with beachside moments and direct ocean access from the yacht’s marina in Koh Kood and Koh Samui. Likewise, tours to Tokyo offer a rich view of Japan beyond the big cities through off-the-beaten-path destinations, including Hakodate for its fishing culture, Otaru for its scenic canals and glass workshops, and Aomori for its contemporary art and apple harvest season.
Highlights of winter 2027-2028 include:
January 10, 2028 | 3 night San Juan tour aboard Ilma
Designed with flexibility in mind, this Caribbean sailing tour is perfect for a quick yet enriching escape with two standout visits to intimate island destinations. At Gustavia, St. Barths, the port’s two-ship policy will provide a tranquil atmosphere for quieter arrivals, more space ashore and intimate exploration of the waterfront. The journey continues to Jost Van Dyke, the smallest of the four main British Virgin Islands, where guests can enjoy the secluded setting and easy-going atmosphere before returning to San Juan.
January 24, 2028 | 9 night Papeete tour aboard Evrima
Guests will venture further into the South Pacific on a voyage that reaches newly introduced calls at Rangiroa and Fakarava in the Tuamotus of French Polynesia, as well as Rarotonga and Aitutaki in the Cook Islands. The journey reveals an arc of reef-ringed atolls, crystal-clear lagoons and volcanic silhouettes that shift from the open ocean horizon to sheltered, glassy bays. Along the way, beach relaxation on Taha’a’s Vanilla Coast invites guests to slow down, while Marina Days in Huahine invites guests right into warm, protected waters for swimming and lounging.
March 7, 2028 | 11-night journey from Hong Kong to Tokyo aboard Luminara
Contemporary culture and island landscapes alternate on this journey north, with a fascinating series of ports in East Asia. From the artsy port city of Kaohsiung to the exciting atmosphere of Taipei, every stop in Taiwan highlights the country’s street food scene and its harmonious blend of nature and modernity. From there, Luminara continues towards Tokyo with stops along the Japanese coast, including the sapphire blue waters of Ishigaki and the distinctive maritime heritage of Naha.
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection offers legendary waterfront service through all-suite accommodations with stunning ocean views, expansive indoor and outdoor spaces, and some of the highest employee-to-guest ratios and space per guest at sea. Voyages combine iconic and more off-the-beaten-path experiences alongside refined onboard experiences, from chef-led dining concepts to rejuvenating treatments at The Ritz-Carlton Spa® and a signature marina that offers a seamless connection to the sea. Designed around discovery, cultural immersion and true connection, each voyage reflects a new standard for luxury sea travel. The collection’s commitment to excellence was recently recognized by Forbes Travel Guide, which awarded Ilma the industry’s first five-star rating at the 2026 Star Awards.
Bookings can now be made for the 2027-2028 winter routes. For more information or to reserve a trip, visit ritzcarltonyachtcollection.com.
