Four Seasons launches its first luxury yacht: 95 suites and Michelin-starred chefs in the Mediterranean

On the occasion of its 60th anniversary, the Four Seasons group takes a major step forward. The luxury hotel giant launches its first inaugural cruise in the Mediterranean. This strategic shift responds to growing demand for high value-added travel experiences.

The Four Seasons I: a 207-metre floating palace

The ship has just left the Italian shipyard Fincantieri. The fruit of a partnership with Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd, this ambitious project brings Four Seasons’ hotel expertise to the sea. The group owns the Palace George V in Paris, a world-renowned luxury hotel.

To create this unusual aesthetic, three major players collaborated. Tillberg Design supervised the architectural design, while Martin Brudnizki Design Studio imagined the living spaces. Publisher Prosper Assouline provided artistic direction.

The Four Seasons I is 207 metres long and has 95 suites. Among them, the Funnel Suite offers 929 square meters of floor-to-ceiling curved glass. The ship also boasts a transverse marina with direct access to the sea.

“The future of exceptional ocean voyages will be shaped by a quest for meaning.”

Exceptional Mediterranean ports of call

Set sail for the Mediterranean on this inaugural cruise. The yacht will visit Saint-Tropez, Bodrum, Hydra, the Greek islands and the Croatian coast. Each stop promises unique experiences.

During its first season, the Four Seasons I is planning 32 trips to some 30 countries and territories. Summer is spent in the Mediterranean, winter in the Caribbean-Bahamas. This rotation allows us to follow the best climatic conditions.

Gastronomy and well-being: the pillars of modern yachting

On board, 11 restaurants and lounges make up the gastronomic offering. The Sedna restaurant’s “Chef in Residence” program is at the heart of this culinary offering. Michelin-starred chefs rotate throughout the cruises.

These talents include Christian Le Squer (Le Cinq, Paris) and Luca Piscazzi (Pelagos, Athens). Guillaume Galliot (Caprice, Hong Kong), Yoric Tièche (Le Cap, Cap-Ferrat) and Paolo Lavezzini (Il Palagio, Florence) complete this exceptional brigade.

• 95 suites, including the 929 m² Funnel Suite
• 11 restaurants and lounges on board
• 32 trips planned for first season
• A ratio of one passenger to one crew member
• A transverse marina with direct access to the sea

Wellness is central to the project. Indeed, 38% of Gen Xers seek transformative wellness experiences when traveling. This trend has guided the design of the L’Oceana spa.

A spa dedicated to a holistic approach

The L’Oceana spa offers a complete thermal circuit. Sauna, aromatic steam and cold therapies are available. Infrared technology beds complete the facilities.

Yoga and meditation programs are offered on a regular basis. The holistic approach to wellness is accompanied by specially adapted menus. In this way, body and mind are taken care of in a coherent manner.

Hyper-personalization at the heart of the Four Seasons experience

The entire project is based on hyper-personalization. A ratio of one passenger to one crew member guarantees tailor-made service. This constant attention to detail sets Four Seasons Yachts apart from the competition.

At dockside, excursions are tailored to passengers’ interests. Visits and encounters vary from one cruise to the next. As a result, each voyage becomes structurally different from the last.

This strategy responds to the growing demand for exclusive travel experiences. The prestige hotel industry is now venturing beyond its traditional walls. The marine sector represents a natural expansion ground.

A second ship under the Four Seasons Yachts banner is due to set sail in 2027. New itineraries have also been announced. This expansion confirms the hotel group’s maritime ambitions.

• Four Seasons