The New Era of Cruising: Why Luxury at Sea Is Booming
Luxury cruising is entering a new era. Iconic brands like Aman, Four Seasons, Orient Express, and The Ritz-Carlton are bringing their signature service and design to sea—creating ships that feel more like floating five-star hotels.
And how you book matters: 73% of cruise reservations are made through travel advisors, unlocking the best suite locations, onboard credits, and exclusive perks that elevate the entire experience. Discover and click on the brands below!
Amangati marks Aman’s highly anticipated debut at sea, bringing its signature serenity and ultra-refined service to an intimate, yacht-style cruising experience. All voyages range from 5 to 7 nights and start at €38,500 for two adults.
Four Seasons brings its signature residential-style luxury to sea with its highly anticipated yacht collection, featuring just 95 expansive suites and a nearly one-to-one staff-to-guest ratio for an exceptionally personalized experience. Most itineraries are 7 nights, with inaugural voyages beginning around $19,900 per suite, sailing throughout the Mediterranean and Caribbean.
Orient Express brings its legendary heritage—made famous by the iconic Paris-to-Venice train journeys—into a new era at sea with its ultra-luxury sailing yachts, blending Art Deco glamour with modern innovation. Voyages typically range from 2 to 8 nights, with many signature 7-night itineraries starting from €38,500 per suite, offering an all-inclusive experience across the Mediterranean’s most storied ports.
The Ritz-Carlton brings its elevated service to sea with an intimate fleet of all-suite yachts, where private terraces, personalized concierge service, and refined dining create a true “floating hotel” experience. Voyages typically range from 7 to 10 nights, with all-inclusive fares generally starting around $3,000+ for shorter sailings and reaching $15,000+ for longer, ultra-luxury itineraries, depending on suite and destination.
