Four Seasons has announced a new business extension – Four Seasons Yachts.
In partnership with luxury shipping experts Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD and venerated Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, the first Four Seasons Yacht is anticipated to set sail in 2025.
The order was announced last July, includes the option for two additional vessels and amounts to approximately EUR 1.2 billion.
The first Four Seasons Yacht will be marked by bespoke craftsmanship, personalized service and a dedication to excellence.
The brand said in a statement that its yachts will “appeal to discerning guests looking to reimagine their love of travel by experiencing the splendour of modern sea voyaging.”
Christian Clerc, President, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, said: “Four Seasons Yachts represents the next chapter of our long history of industry-leading innovation, and a milestone moment for our company as we continue to capitalize on new opportunities to extend the world of Four Seasons.
“True vision rests in the ability to imagine the possibilities while always remaining loyal to one’s values. Our vision for this new venture does exactly that.
“Together with our partners at Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD, we are creating something extraordinary that combines their expertise with what Four Seasons does best – delivering unmatched quality and excellence, surrounded by beautiful acts of service and love for our guests.”
The first Four Seasons vessel will be 207 metres (679 feet) long and 27 metres (88.6 feet) wide with 14 decks.
At a cost to build of USD 4.2 million per suite, the brand said no expense is being spared in terms of custom design.
The first Four Seasons Yacht will offer nearly 50 percent more living space per guest than currently available.
The vessel will feature 95 spacious accommodations of joining suite combinations and villa-like residences.
Each suite will offer floor-to-ceiling windows providing unobstructed natural light and access to expansive terrace decks.
The vessel will offer a combination of generous indoor and outdoor private guest space and ceiling heights of more than 2.4 metres (7.9 feet).
Suite accommodations will start at an average of 54 square metres (581 square feet) of indoor/outdoor living space.
Sixty percent of the vessel’s inventory is in excess of 76 square metres (818 square feet) of indoor/outdoor space.
The most expansive residence, the “Funnel Suite” will be four levels, offering more than 892 square metres (9,601 square feet) of combined indoor/outdoor living space.
The Funnel Suite would include a private wading pool and dedicated private spa area, creating a sea view home away from home.
Globally renowned design partners have been engaged including Tillberg Design of Sweden as lead architect and London-based Martin Brudnizki Design Studio. Design partners will be paired with the creative direction of Prosper Assouline.
The Four Seasons Yacht will also offer guests a full-service spa, salon, and wellness programming – from fitness to health, and nutrition.
The classic canoe-shaped aft will be home to an expansive pool deck, which will also transform into an outdoor movie theatre or space for an array of private events.
For more information, visit fourseasons.com.
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