Curious about the Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection Price and Review? First let's talk about what the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is.
What is the Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection?
If you have ever stayed at a Ritz-Carlton hotel and enjoyed it, then The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection may be for you. The yacht collection is essentially the the same expected service and luxury lifestyle as the hotels and resorts built onto a luxury yacht. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is all-inclusive, we'll talk about what is included later.
You can skip ahead to Ritz-Carlton Pricing, if you want or to Ritz-Carlton Reviews.
What's included with the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection?
In addition to the service you would receive at a Ritz-Carlton hotel, the all-inclusive fare includes:
All-suite ocean-view accommodations, each with a private terrace
Access to a Personal Concierge in all suite categories
Onboard gratuities
Multiple dining venues
24-hour in-suite dining
Beverages in-suite and throughout the yacht
Onboard entertainment and enrichment
Marina-style platform with access to watersports while at anchor
Wi-Fi through the yacht
One of the key things that I look for in a cruise is the capacity. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection accommodates less than 300 passengers. I am a big believer in the smaller the cruise ship the better the service. By small, I mean the less passengers the cruise caters to, the better experience you will have. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection meets that criteria.
What's onboard the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection?
Besides the luxurious accommodations and there are several areas or decks that is all part of the experience:
The Observation Lounge (Deck 10) - for lounging, cocktails, socializing, live entertainment at twilight, and serves as a late-night hangout
The Humidor (Deck 10) - for guests that may want to cap off their day with a premium cognac and enjoy a hand-rolled cigar
The Ritz-Carlton Spa (Deck 9) - for the spa treatments such as massages, facials, and local treatments. There is even a full-service Beauty Lounge Barber Ship, and a sauna, steam room and quiet zones for disconnecting
Fitness Studio (Deck 9) - there are fitness and spa lectures, nutrition that can be customized for each guest, personal training, sunrise yoga, and mat Pilates for you to stay fit while onboard
The Pool (Deck 5) - the pool house contains sun loungers and whirlpools. Guests can enjoy frozen treats, refreshing misting, and all day dining
The Living Room (Deck 4) - a gathering place to lounge with it's chic comfortable furnishings, it transforms into a cocktail lounge with a piano bar, and dancing and live music later on
The Boutique (Deck 4) - if you forgot to pack something, the boutique is where can find something, from exclusive sportswear and branded apparel to jewelry and leather goods
The Marina and Marina Terrace (Deck 3) - what sets a yacht apart from a regular cruise is the Marina and Marina Terrace, you and lounge in the sun or take a water toy out onto the water. You wont be able to do this in an Ocean or River cruise
What kind of food do they server a Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection?
The food will vary but the options will be the same. Check the yacht for specific offerings. Most will offer Asian style cuisine, an elevated dining experience inspired by Michelin-starred restaurant or chef, and locally and seasonally inspired creations. Do not worry there will be food for all kinds of tastes and likings.
What about the suites on a Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection?
Every cabin is a suite with a private terrace overlooking the ocean. It's just a matter of how big of a room you want. Each suite comes with plenty of amenities such as:
Luxury custom king bed sleep system
Custom luxury bed and bath linens
Luxury bath amenities and individual robe and slippers
Mini-par provisioned to your client's preferences
Access to a Personal Concierge in all suite categories
24-hour in-suite dining
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Complimentary chilled bottles of champagne upon arrival
Hypoallergenic pillows upon request
Digital flat screen television
Espresso machine with complimentary coffee
Hair dryer by Harry Josh
230v and 120v outlets, as well as USB charging capabilities
Select Terrace Suites have the ability to convert into an expanded living and dining are or remain a second bedroom when connected to the adjacent suite.
Where do the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection sail?
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's current destinations are the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe and Baltic, and cruising voyages. These voyages sail across the ocean from one region of the world to another and are meant to be for unhurried life on board.
Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection Price and Review
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Price
What is the pricing for the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection? It depends...on where you sail to and from. How long you plan to stay. The minimum starts at about $4500 per person for a five night voyage (does not include taxes, fees, and port expenses). To budget on a higher side, you can expect to pay around $1000 (USD) per night, per person. Contact me for any specials or deals, as sometimes deals come across a travel agent's desk.
Do not get too sticker shocked, remember, that price is all inclusive of room and board, drinks, gratuities, and food (one restaurant exception not included). Do not let the price scare you. When cruising you have to look at the overall value, the per day spend, when comparing a stay on land vs a cruise going to multiple places. How much will you be spending on food and drinks every night? Will you be receiving the same type of service? Is the hotel on land the same quality as a Ritz-Carlton.
When deciding to enjoy the luxuries of a Ritz-Carlton yacht or doing a land based vacation, I can help with that to break down the costs. In most cases, it will be the same if not less at this quality.
Note that spa services, excursions, upscale dining option, and on board merchandise purchases are not included into the all inclusive price, so budget for that.
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Review
There have been mixed reviews of the Ritz-Carlton Yacht collection voyages. Like a new restaurant or a new opening of a hotel, you will have to work out the kinks. There have been some reviews that hinted toward the preparedness of the yachts, mainly the service and delivery, nothing catastrophic. But you should have very high expectations for the price. With everyone of those reviews, the people are impressed with the design and experience. The cabins are clean and the ships are clean. The staff is nice. It's has been almost a year and if you are looking to book in the next 6-12 months, hopefully they have worked their kinks out and provided the same superior service as their hotels. I would have no doubt that they take their feedback seriously. We tend to focus on negative reviews and just the pure ambiance of the ship will make you feel relaxed enough. See a video review here:
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