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Ilma, water in Maltese

As a pioneer and the only luxury hotel company at sea, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection launches its second yacht. Delivering legendary service and unparalleled pleasure to guests: mission accomplished for Ilma, a yacht that offers 224 spacious and refined suites, with private terraces offering panoramic sea views. The interiors, designed by AD Associates and DPA, echo Ilma's meaning of "water" in Maltese, with fresh and neutral tones juxtaposed with light and dark finishes. Meanwhile, the exterior, designed by Finnish studio Aivan, adopts the elegant codes of private yachts. The Marina Terrace, with its large windows flooding the space with natural light, invites guests to lounge, as does the deck with its sunbathing spaces where the sea and coastline unfold before your eyes. Because luxury is crafted in every detail, the Ritz-Carlton Spa boasts 11 treatment rooms, five of which are outdoors. What could be better than an open-air massage as the sunlight gently fades?

Michelin-starred dining on the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection: Ilma

Gourmets and food lovers can indulge in five restaurants, seven bars, and a signature wine cellar to delight their senses and palates. Ilma's Seta offers modern Italian cuisine with a menu designed by Michelin-starred chef Fabio Trabocchi. And let's not forget the exceptional Italian wine list! At The Beach House, guests can enjoy a chic and relaxed beach club ambiance, open day and night. This venue, with its spectacular view, blends the vibrant and spicy flavors of South America with the culinary richness of the Caribbean. We also love Memori for its Asian cuisine in an elegant setting, Mistral for its Mediterranean specialties, and Tide, whose menu is inspired by the ports of call. As for Dining, it's an intimate space that can be privatized for gala dinners and other special events. Fancy a cocktail or a glass of champagne at any time of day? Head to The Living Room Bar with live music in the background. It's a warm and inviting spot to linger while sailing.

And set sail now!

Ilma embarks on her first cruises in the Mediterranean, sailing the waters of Santorini and Corsica to Porto Cervo, before heading to the Caribbean, then to the North and Baltic seas during the 2025 summer season, with cultural stops in Amsterdam, Stockholm, and Reykjavik. With Ilma, The Ritz-Carlton pushes the boundaries of luxury by offering ever more refined and memorable experiences.