The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection joins the Marriott Bonvoy frequent guest loyalty program effective as of today, Tuesday, November 9, 2021 — which means that you can both earn and redeem Marriott Bonvoy points with cruises when voyages of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection debut on Friday, May 6, 2022.
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Joins Marriott Bonvoy
Moreover, members of Marriott Bonvoy who earn elite status will enjoy an elevated luxury experience during their voyage — including a private reception upon boarding and other bespoke recognition during their sailing.
Earning and redeeming points with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection are as follows:
- Members will earn five points per one dollar spent on the cruise fare only — as well as on the hotel package rate for participating Marriott Bonvoy hotel and resort properties which are booked through The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
- Members can redeem an initial 180,000 points toward saving $1,000.00 on the cruise fare; and each increment of 90,000 points may be redeemed towards saving $500.00 thereafter. Full redemption of points may be available.
- Members will receive one elite night credit per night on board toward achieving higher elite status.
- Cruise fare and hotel package rate will be applied toward the annual qualifying spend for members striving for Marriott Bonvoy Ambassador Elite status.
- Members can accelerate the points earned on their voyage purchase and even more when using their Marriott Bonvoy co-branded credit cards from JPMorgan Chase and American Express.
Benefits For Elite Members Aboard Vessels Operated by The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
The chart shown below illustrates the benefits for elite members when aboard a vessel which is operated by The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
| ELITE MEMBER BENEFIT | SILVER ELITE 10-24 nights per year |
GOLD ELITE 25-49 nights per year |
PLATINUM ELITE 50-74 nights per year |
TITANIUM ELITE 75-99 nights per year |
AMBASSADOR ELITE 100+ nights per year and $14,000.00 in annual qualifying spend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Invitation to Marriott Bonvoy Elite Reception | • | • | • | • | • |
| Choice of In-Suite Welcome Gift | Varies by Member Tier | Varies by Member Tier | Varies by Member Tier | Varies by Member Tier | |
| Complimentary First Evening Laundry Pressing | • | • | |||
| Priority Boarding and Departure | • | • | |||
| Early Access to S.E.A. Reservations | • | ||||
| Complimentary Laundry throughout the Cruise | • |
If you are not already a member of the Marriott Bonvoy frequent guest loyalty program, you can join as a member now at no charge.
Other terms and conditions — including those of the Marriott Bonvoy frequent guest loyalty program — apply.
What is Included With Cruises With The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Cruises with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection are all-inclusive — which means that the following features and experiences are provided at no additional charge:
- Oceanview accommodations — each with private terrace overlooking the ocean
- Access to a Personal Concierge in all suite categories
- Onboard tips and gratuities
- Multiple dining venues
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Beverages in-suite and throughout the yacht
- Onboard entertainment and enrichment
- Access to Wi-Fi
- Marina-style platform with access to non-motorized watersports while at anchor
Evrima, the first yacht from The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, will cruise a variety of destinations depending on the season, including the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, Central America and South America. The intimate size of the vessel allows the yacht to call on locations typically not accessible to larger cruise ships, including Saint-Tropez, Ibiza and St. Barts. With a relaxed pace, which includes both overnight and daytime ports of call, guests will be offered a curated collection of experiences. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection will also collaborate with Marriott International luxury brand hotels worldwide on unique activations for guests. Travelers will additionally have the option to extend their pre- and post-voyage getaways, redeeming points at Marriott International hotels to explore a range of cities and towns across a vast number of destinations.
The experience onboard Evrima will perfectly blend the lifestyle of The Ritz-Carlton resorts with the casual freedom of a yachting vacation. It will reflect the sublime comfort and unparalleled level of individualized service for which the iconic Ritz-Carlton brand is recognized, with one of the highest space and service ratios at sea. The specially designed yacht measures 190-meters (624 feet) and features 149 suites. Guests will enjoy a range of programming including a thoughtfully curated menu of spa treatments, watersports from the yacht’s marina and Evrima’s signature restaurant, S.E.A., designed by chef Sven Elverfeld of Aqua, the three Michelin-starred restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Wolfsburg in Germany. In each destination, guests can choose from a selection of exclusive experiences within The Shore Collection that align with their interests or utilize the services of the Concierge Ashore to customize their own private tours. By working with local guides selected for their insider knowledge, guests will enjoy a highly personalized and immersive journey while exploring the culture of each destination.
Final Boarding Call
Do not turn to The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection to save on your budget: because the redemption of Marriott Bonvoy points starts at 180,000 points to save $1,000.00 with increments of 90,000 points to save another $500.00, that means that you would need to redeem 1,980,000 — yes, almost two million — Marriott Bonvoy points for two people to cruise for a week between Florida and the Bahamas, which would otherwise cost $11,000.00 for both people in a cabin with double occupancy.
Still, that redemption may be worth the value if you really have your mind set on experiencing a cruise of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection…
…and as a special offer, you can enjoy a cruise fare incentive of five percent when you combine a minimum of two consecutive voyages…
Photograph ©2017 by Brian Cohen.
