The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has opened reservations for its Winter 2026–2027 Caribbean season aboard the yacht Ilma. The upcoming season, running from November 2026 through April 2027, will feature more than 20 itineraries ranging from three to seven nights. These sailings will visit a variety of Caribbean destinations, including both popular and less-traveled island harbors.
For the first time, Miami will serve as a turnaround port alongside San Juan. This addition is expected to make travel logistics easier for guests due to Miami’s wide range of direct flight options and proximity to the airport. Travelers can begin or end their journey in Miami, taking advantage of the city’s restaurants and cultural attractions before or after their cruise.
Ernesto Fara, President of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, said: “The winter season is a meaningful time for travel, when many of our guests are looking to celebrate the holidays or escape to warmer shores. Our 2026–2027 Caribbean voyages aboard Ilma offer the freedom to design a journey perfectly suited to the occasion, with departures from Miami and San Juan creating a flexible, immersive way to experience this extraordinary region.”
Itineraries include stops at locations such as St. Barth’s Gustavia, Bequia, Virgin Islands, Grenadines, Antigua’s English Harbour, Martinique markets, St. Lucia rainforests, Canouan and Jost Van Dyke. Activities available during these journeys include snorkeling reefs in the Virgin Islands and exploring secluded bays in the Grenadines.
Holiday-themed cruises are also planned for this season. For example, there will be a seven-night Thanksgiving sailing from Miami to San Juan aimed at families seeking a holiday gathering at sea. New Year’s Eve celebrations are scheduled at Sandy Lane Yacht Club in St. Vincent & the Grenadines. Other themed trips include Valentine’s Day getaways featuring secluded beaches.
Shore excursions have been curated for each itinerary. Guests may snorkel with sea turtles in St. John or British Virgin Islands; take private boat rides followed by helicopter tours over St. Lucia; scuba dive in St. Barth; participate in cooking classes led by Michelin-starred chefs on Antigua; or explore tidal pools at Virgin Gorda’s Baths.
Ilma accommodates up to 448 guests across 224 suites with private terraces overlooking the sea. The ship is designed with an emphasis on personalized service and features amenities such as five restaurants led by chefs Fabio Trabocchi and Michael Mina, seven bars, a wine vault, open-air entertainment areas, and The Ritz-Carlton Spa.
Reservations for these new Caribbean itineraries are now available through ritzcarltonyachtcollection.com.
