Sarah Bretz, ContributorThere’s officially a new Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection vessel on the sea: Ilma. The cruise line’s second luxury superyacht embarked on her seven-night maiden voyage on September 2nd from Monte Carlo.
“It is with immense pride and excitement that we welcome Ilma to our growing fleet,” said Jim Murren, Executive Chairman and CEO of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. “Since Evrima’s debut, we have been steadfast in our pursuit of excellence at sea. The addition of Ilma signifies a continuation of our mission to deliver legendary service and unparalleled enjoyment to our guests.”
Ilma measures 790 feet long, offering 224 suites that all feature private balconies. The vessel’s inaugural season in the Mediterranean includes ports of call such as Santorini, Porto Cervo, and Valletta. In November, the ship will head across the Atlantic to the Caribbean, where she will visit ports including Virgin Gorda, Saint Barthélemy, and St. John.
During the summer 2025 season, Ilma will sail the North and Baltic Seas of northern Europe, offering itineraries with destinations including Amsterdam, Stockholm, and Reykjavik.
The yacht accommodates up to 448 guests and offers among the highest space-to-guest and guest-to-staff ratios at sea. A defining characteristic of Ilma is its seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces, inviting guests to intimately connect directly to the sea and destinations sailed.
Ilma, named after the Maltese word for “water,” draws subtle design inspiration from Maltese mythology, coastline, history, and native fauna. The design narrative incorporates fresh, neutral tones juxtaposed by light and dark finishes, enhancing visual richness, while the adorned exterior nods to the sleek design of private yachts.
Ilma features five dining venues and seven bars, along with a signature wine vault and a refreshed room service program. It also includes an extensive Marina and Marina Terrace, featuring large glass windows that draw in natural light, side doors that open and float above the water, and a hydraulic platform that connects guests directly with the sea when the yacht is at anchor.
Ilma follows the launch of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s first yacht, Evrima, which debuted in fall 2022. Evrima is currently sailing in the eastern Mediterranean.
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