Travelore Cruise News: Ritz-Carlton Reschedules Inaugural Cruise Again

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection today announced that it will reschedule its inaugural voyage due to ongoing global supply chain challenges and the unprecedented delay in receiving certain compulsory materials necessary for the final stage of finishing, according to a statement.

The Evrima, the first yacht from Ritz-Carlton, will now set sail on October 15, 2022 from Barcelona. The cruise brand originally intended to enter service in 2019.

Ritz-Carlton said it was personally reaching out to impacted guests and their travel agents.

Guests impacted by this schedule change may choose to reschedule their voyage to an available itinerary or be reimbursed.

Source: https://www.cruiseindustrynews.com/

First Ritz-Carlton Ship Set For Float Out

Barreras Shipyard is set to launch the first Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection ship on Tuesday, October 9, as the 298-guest vessel will touch water for the first time, according to local sources.

The ship will then be moved to a pier for final hotel and marine outfitting.

The float out is taking place three months ahead of schedule, according to a source familiar with the situation.

The ship is set to enter service in early 2020.