The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s Ilma recently completed its first year of service after being delivered on July 15, 2024.
Built by the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard, the 456-guest vessel officially entered service for the company on September 5, 2024.
As the second ship in the company’s fleet, the Ilma kicked off its maiden season in the Western Mediterranean.
For its inaugural cruise, the vessel offered a seven-night cruise that sailed from Monte Carlo, Monaco, to Civitavecchia, a port located near Italy’s capital city, Rome.
The open-jaw itinerary featured visits to destinations in France and Italy, such as Cannes, Saint-Tropez, Livorno, Bastia and Porto Cervo.
The LNG-powered ship continued to sail in the Mediterranean during its inaugural season, offering a series of se