The big names in the hotel industry such as Ritz-Carlton and Aman are adapting their DNA for the water.

Luxury on the high seas: How "Ritz-Carlton", "Four Seasons" & Co. are revolutionizing cruises

Angelika Ahrens, 09.07.2025

Premium hotel brands like Ritz-Carlton and Four Seasons are taking to the seas—with floating palaces that leave nothing to be desired. Is this the new gold standard in cruising?

The yacht glides gently through the deep blue Mediterranean. The scent of lemon is in the air and jazz music is playing softly. No buffet, no crowded decks, no hustle and bustle - just the calming sound of the waves and the impeccable service of a five-star hotel at sea.

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Luxury on the high seas: How "Ritz-Carlton", "Four Seasons" & Co. are revolutionizing cruises