Robb Report stepped aboard 'Ilma' to discover what the Ritz-Carlton's luxe 224-room yacht experience is all about on a cruise to Monte Carlo.
, made its inaugural sailing at the end of this summer. The superyacht from the luxury hotel group aims to deliver just that, a true yachting experience, ensuring guests never have to suffer through the mass-tourism doldrums synonymous with that dirty word, “Costa Toscana
Moët & Chandon Champagne flowed freely throughout the voyage, and a Macallan whisky cart was on hand for inclusive tastings.‘s signature restaurants are spearheaded by culinary luminaries Michael Mina and Fabio Trabocchi.also shined via the abundance of spaces it had for guests to enjoy, ensuring that no particular area ever seemed overcrowded. The pool always had spots available, tender service to shore was never mobbed, and its many restaurants, bars, and lounges had room to spare.
The “superyacht” still proved capable of delivering high-level hospitality, though, thanks to an almost 1:1 staff to guest ratio. The strongest demonstration of that service was delivered by our assigned Suite Ambassador, Bettania. From the moment we hopped aboard she was ready and waiting to help with anything we required, from stocking our bar and noting our preferences to amending our schedule and pressing our clothing, as well as popping in to say hello.
Perhaps, then, even if the experience was indeed more akin to an elevated, small luxury liner as opposed to a chartered private yacht,did manage to stand apart from much of its competition. Small factors make a big difference, whether that is the ability to buy a Birkin bag aboard or to sample a tasting menu from a Michelin-starred chef.docked right at the pier of Monte Carlo’s main marina. A mega-cruise ship ain’t doing that.
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