The first luxury cruise ship from the Four Seasons hotel chain has made its debut on the water.
The inaugural vessel, Four Seasons I, began its maiden voyage last week in the Mediterranean.
Features include large suites, private plunge pools, high-end food and access to exclusive ports and yacht-only harbours.
In its debut year, the yacht will offer 32 voyages across 52 sailings, exploring 130 destinations in more than 30 countries.
It will visit Greek islands, Croatia and the French Riviera this summer and the Caribbean and Bahamas in the winter.
A second yacht is due in 2027 and there is an option to build a third.
Here is what passengers will find on board.
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Private yacht experience
The capacity of Four Seasons I is between 180 to 222 guests and the crew to passenger ratio is one-to-one.
It measures 679 feet and its design is influenced by legendary super yacht Christina O, which was owned by Aristotle Onassis and was synonymous with mid-century glamour.
There are no interior cabins, instead comprising 95 spacious suites that have their own terraces and features such as walk-in wardrobes and dining room areas.
This includes a 10,000-square-foot Funnel Suite and an almost 8,000-square-foot Loft Suite at the front and back of the ship.
Customised cruise
Rather than a standard cruise itinerary, each voyage is customised by a personal yacht consultant around the interests of every guest to reflect individual passions.
Highlights include visits to Saint-Tropez, Bodrum and less-frequented harbours including Hydra and Montenegro, alongside sailings across the Croatian coast.
Wellness
Access to the high-end L’Oceana Spa is included.
It includes a hammam, sauna, aromatic steam and cold therapy room as well as cryotherapy, infrared therapy beds and hydrotherapy areas.
Guests can take part in sunrise yoga and meditation on the yacht’s deck, private breathwork sessions, personalised fitness training and guided mindfulness practices.
Culinary excellence
Four Seasons I has 11 restaurants and lounges, ranging from refined Mediterranean seafood to an intimate omakase experience.
Passengers can enjoy a chef-in-residence series at Sedna, which welcomes a rotating roster of talent from Michelin-starred Four Seasons restaurants around the world including Christian Le Squer of Le Cinq, Guillaume Galliot of Caprice, Yoric Tièche of Le Cap and Paolo Lavezzini of Il Palagio.
Transverse Marina
The ship will have dedicated marina days in peaceful and remote waters. The yacht design allows guests direct access to the sea for swimming and watersports.
Pool and party deck
When not exploring ports or swimming in the sea, passengers can relax in the 66-foot saltwater pool.
The pool floor can also be raised to transform the area into a dance floor or event space.
Cruise fares start from around £18,600 per person.
The first voyage coincides with the 65th anniversary of Four Seasons and the opening of the company’s first hotel in 1961.
Alejandro Reynal, president and chief executive, said: “Four Seasons Yachts is a continuation of the pioneering ambition on which Four Seasons was built,and will reflect the same genuine care, service excellence and exceptional moments we create for guests on land. We are proud to introduce a new expression of our brand at sea, opening an entirely new horizon for our guests.”
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