Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection joins Marriott Bonvoy
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has joined Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s travel program.
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is poised to debuts in the luxury cruising sector on May 6, 2022.
."It is exciting to expand our portfolio of travel experiences with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection," said David Flueck, Senior Vice President, Global Loyalty, Marriott International.
"Marriott Bonvoy offers more unique accommodations than any program and this new offering is an incredible addition."
Marriott Bonvoy elite members enjoy elevated luxury during their voyage, including a private reception upon boarding and other bespoke perks during their sailing.
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection joins 30 hotel brands with 7,900 properties across 138 countries in Marriott Bonvoy.
Members will earn five points per $1 spent on the cruise fare only, as well as on the hotel package rate for participating Marriott Bonvoy hotels booked through The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
Members can redeem an initial 180,000 points toward a $1,000 savings on the cruise fare, and increments of 90,000 points may be redeemed toward a $500 savings thereafter.
Members will receive one elite night credit per night on board toward achieving higher Elite status.
Evrima, the first yacht from The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, will cruise a variety of destinations including the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, Central America and South America.
The specially designed yacht measures 190-meters (624 feet) and features 149 suites.
Guests will enjoy a range of programming including a curated menu of spa treatments, watersports from the yacht’s marina and Evrima’s signature restaurant, S.E.A., designed by chef Sven Elverfeld of Aqua, the three Michelin-starred restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Wolfsburg in Germany.
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