The shipyards are working at full speed to have the new ships ready for their launch in 2020. Regent, Ponant, Crystal, Silversea, Ritz Carlton and Amawaterways are the companies that will present new ships this year, all represented in our country by StarClass.
The new ships will collectively accommodate more than 2,468 passengers and will travel across 7 continents and through the heart of Europe with river vessels.
Seven Seas Splendor – Regent Seven Seas Cruises. This new ship will raise the bar for elegance in the cruise industry and perfect the luxury experience for travelers. The Seven Seas Splendor will be the fifth ship in the company's fleet, offering guests stunning public spaces. The entire ship will have a distinctive look with design details that create a magnificent and relaxing atmosphere as it sails through some of the most sought-after destinations in the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Asia, the Caribbean, and North America. Its 375 beautifully appointed suites with private balconies range from 28 square meters (standard suites) to 278 square meters for the largest suite ever built on a luxury cruise ship, the Regent Suite, located above the bridge and overlooking the bow of the ship. With its 120-square-meter terrace, it will offer a total of 413 square meters of palatial elegance at sea. It also includes a private spa with sauna, steam room and treatment area with unlimited treatments, 270-degree views over the bow of the ship and a glass-enclosed lounge area with a sun deck.
Regent Suite passengers will also enjoy, among other privileges, a personal butler dedicated to managing every detail of their experience, a personal car with driver and guide in every port, and the exquisite comfort of a handcrafted Vividus bed from the renowned Hästens.
The Seven Seas Splendor will embark on its inaugural cruise on February 6, 2020, sailing from Barcelona to Miami and returning to Europe in April, where it will visit the hidden gems of Zadar and Koper, as well as the culinary capitals of Bordeaux and Barcelona. It will also visit iconic British and Greek islands and reach the stunning coastlines of the Italian and French Rivieras.
SILVER ORIGIN – Silversea Cruises. Designed with the Galapagos Islands in mind, it will be the most elegant ship sailing the region when it sets sail in 2020. Featuring suites for 100 guests, it will embark on its maiden voyage in July 2020, showcasing the authentic beauty of the Galapagos by connecting guests with the destination through immersive experiences.
The elegant suites on the Silver Origin, with butler service and meticulously designed for superlative comfort, are among the most spacious on any Galapagos cruise ship. Each suite features a private terrace or horizon balcony offering breathtaking views of the island's landscape.
With environmental responsibility always in mind, the Silver Origin will feature a dynamic positioning system, which will be used when the ship is in a delicate marine ecosystem to prevent damage from the anchor. Guests will also receive a reusable metal bottle that utilizes the in-suite freshwater purification system, converting seawater into drinking water and drastically reducing plastic use on board. The ship will also meet the highest energy efficiency standards in its segment.
SILVER MOON – Silversea Cruises. Embarking on her maiden voyage on August 6, 2020, the 596-guest Silver Moon℠ will echo the relaxed elegance of the company’s current flagship, Silver Muse, while offering unprecedented enhancements and innovative features.
In addition to Silversea’s signature luxury features, Silver Moon will push the boundaries of travel with a pioneering new culinary program, SALT (Sea and Land Taste)℠, tailored to each destination to deliver immersive dining experiences. Elevating gastronomy as a means of traveling deeper into a destination, SALT will showcase entire ecosystems around the world’s culinary cultures through onboard and onshore experiences. Guests will appreciate regional ingredients and culinary traditions onboard before venturing ashore, guided by experts, to experience each region’s culinary culture firsthand.
Enhanced with elegant décor, premium materials, and luxurious amenities, the spacious suites on the Silver Moon will benefit from one of the highest space-to-guest ratios, offering guests superlative comfort—a hallmark of the Silversea experience. Guests in each suite will enjoy butler service, an in-suite bar stocked with their preferred beverages, 24-hour room service, and a variety of other luxurious amenities.
LE BELLOT and LE JACQUES CARTIER – Ponant. The French luxury cruise line Ponant will launch two sister ships, Le Bellot (in March) and Le Jacques Cartier (in June), both with a tonnage of 10,000 and a capacity of 184 passengers. Large suites, expansive windows in their 92 cabins, two restaurants (one of 260 square meters with sweeping panoramic views), and a variety of services combine luxury and expedition on a single ship.
With innovative and environmentally friendly equipment, elegantly designed cabins, spacious suites with large windows and lounge areas that open to the outside, these new ships with a capacity of only 92 cabins and suites offer a truly unique cruising experience.
Le Bellot will begin its inaugural season with a new 9-day cruise through Norway's enchanting snow-covered landscapes at the start of spring. Departing from Bergen and returning to Tromsø, Le Jacques-Cartier will also celebrate its inaugural season with a 9-day cruise through the heart of Scandinavia, exploring exceptional scenery and a rich cultural heritage. Departure and return to Bergen are on June 27th.
EVRIMA – The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. The first cruise ship from the luxury hotel chain Ritz-Carlton will debut in June 2020. Weighing 25,000 tons and capable of carrying 298 passengers, it will measure 190 meters in length and feature five types of suites and some lofts.
The yacht's interior design was conceived by Tillberg Design of Sweden in collaboration with The Ritz-Carlton. Every facet of luxury cruising was considered promising a journey that combined the lifestyle of The Ritz-Carlton resorts with the casual freedom of a vacation at sea. With a residential style, the suites' design inspiration incorporates the sleek, contemporary aesthetic of The Ritz-Carlton Residences in Sunny Isles, Miami Beach, and Los Angeles, offering a spacious environment with innovative features and some of the most modern yacht interiors in the world.
The interior of the 149 suites will also offer a spacious design and amenities that can also be found at The Ritz-Carlton on land, such as a king bed, a bathroom with double sinks, luxury bedding, and much more; amenities that perfectly complement the collection of unprecedented itineraries and exclusive experiences.
The yachts will also boast one of the highest crew-to-guest ratios, with nearly one crew member for every guest. Each suite has access to a personal concierge, the single point of contact onboard for guests to ensure a seamless voyage. In addition to unparalleled accommodations, guests of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection will enjoy an all-inclusive luxury experience encompassing onboard activities and entertainment, beverages, multiple restaurants, onboard gratuities, Wi-Fi, and watersports from the yacht's marina.
The inaugural voyage will sail through the main islands of the Balearic archipelago, for 8 days departing from Barcelona on June 14th towards Palma de Mallorca.
AMASIENA – AmaWaterways. AmaWaterways adds a new ship to its European fleet, a sister ship to the award-winning AmaLea and AmaKristina: the elegant AmaSiena. This 156-passenger ship will be warm and inviting, offering plenty of space for guests to relax when it debuts on July 1, 2020. It will sail a variety of 7, 10, and 11-night itineraries, visiting iconic cities, historic towns, and spectacular wine regions along the Rhine, Main, Moselle, and Danube rivers. Like its sister ships, it will feature 78 staterooms, offering panoramic views from French and outside balconies. It also has four suites, six pairs of connecting staterooms, and 12 triple-occupancy staterooms designed for families. Guests will have complimentary high-speed internet and Wi-Fi access, and the sunny Main Lounge, where delicious tapas will be served throughout the day, will have everything they need to enjoy their time on board. The AmaSiena will feature generous personal space, luxurious amenities, and a variety of dining options, including AmaWaterways' regionally inspired cuisine at the main restaurant and a wine-tasting menu at The Chef's Table. For more active guests, there will be a rooftop walking path, a swim-up bar, a fitness center, and a complimentary fleet of bicycles.
CRYSTAL ENDEAVOR – Crystal Cruises. A polar-class expedition ship, scheduled to begin its maiden voyage from Tokyo on August 10, 2020, with a 17-night round-trip expedition to the Russian Far East. The new luxury yacht will accommodate only 200 guests and will feature elegant and informal public spaces, suites, and staterooms with butler service.
Thanks to its POLAR PC6 certification and ability to maneuver through ice, the Crystal Endeavour will be able to sail from extreme polar regions to remote tropical islands, exploring the world's most intriguing destinations with extraordinary vision and the comfort of a small vessel, with attentive butler service and a team of expedition and destination experts.
Its Michelin-starred dining options, such as Master Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's Umi Uma & Sushi Bar, will feature Nobu's Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine as part of the all-inclusive Crystal experience aboard the Crystal Endeavour. All of Umi Uma & Sushi Bar's chefs are personally trained by Nobu himself at his restaurants around the world, and the head chef frequently sails on Crystal voyages for special events and the ongoing refinement of culinary techniques.
