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This week, we have some big news from The Ritz-Carlton Yacht collection, including new Winter Itineraries, alongside an exciting auction opportunity in collaboration with Sotheby’s.
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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection & Sotheby's to Auction Exclusive Art Voyage
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection have introduced ‘Masterpieces & the Mediterranean’, an exclusive voyage in collaboration with Sotheby’s. The one-of-a-kind travel experience will be auctioned during the Sotheby’s Summer Marquee Sales in London on June 20-30, 2025.
The voyage will include a seven-night journey aboard Luminara, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s newest superyacht, where guests will reside in Luminara’s Owner’s Suite. The journey will take place from October 17–24, 2025, sailing from Rome to Barcelona with stops in Monte Carlo, St Tropez and Mallorca, and will offer art and cultural experiences that remain inaccessible to the general public.
These exclusive experiences include a private tour of the FAMM Museum and Levett Collection, an intimate tour of the FAMM founder’s residence in Florence and a lunch at the La Colombe d’Or surrounded by original works by Picasso, Matisse and other iconic artists.
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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Unveils 2026–2027 Itineraries
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has unveiled its winter 2026–2027 itineraries, introducing expanded experiences across French Polynesia, Hawaii and Asia-Pacific aboard Evrima and Luminara. Sailing from October 2026 through April 2027, the season will feature 32 new voyages.
Evrima will make its debut in the South Pacific with a series of voyages through the remote islands of French Polynesia, visiting destinations such as Bora Bora, Mo’orea and Huahine, as well as some of the Hawaiian Islands, with calls in Honolulu, Maui (Kahului), Hilo, and Kona.
Featuring ten new ports in Asia, guests of Luminara will explore new destinations such as Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and beyond.
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Splendido, A Belmond Hotel Reopens After Redesign
Portofino, ItalyOne of Portofino’s most luxurious hideaways, Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, has reopened, following an extreme renovation by Martin Brudnizi Design Studio.
Paying tribute to the building’s heritage, the renewed hotel showcases the finest Ligurian craftsmanship with a contemporary twist. Alongside the redesigned rooms, suites, pool and restaurants, Splendido has introduced a new bar, Baratta Sedici, as well as the first permanent Dior Spa in Italy. On 29 June, Belmond will also debut Villa Beatrice, a private summer residence.
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Castello di Vicarello Unveils First Standalone Villa
Tuscany, ItalyCastello di Vicarello, the 12th century Tuscan castle hotel, has unveiled its first exclusive use villa, Villa la Vedetta.
Following an 18-month transformation project, the former watchtower has been restored and developed into a two-bedroom villa, complete with its own pool, kitchen, gardens and a roof terrace. Spread across four floors, Villa La Vedetta offers uninterrupted views of the castle and surrounding vineyards.
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Reservations Open for Naples Beach Club, Reimagined as a Four Seasons Resort
Naples, FloridaReservations are now open for Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort, debuting in October 2025 as the brand’s first-ever property on Florida’s Gulf Coast. This highly anticipated opening reimagines the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club in Four Seasons luxury, with exciting new additions such as signature restaurant by Chef Gavin Kaysen, alongside the return of local favorites like HB’s and Sunset Bar.
In addition to the hotel, the development features 58 condominiums in three beachside residential buildings and 95 condominiums in five golf-side residential buildings, with views of The Gardens, a newly designed 18-hole golf course opening in 2026.
