Do Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection ships stop in Gibraltar?
Short answer
Yes. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has Ilma due in Gibraltar in October 2027, and every upcoming call is listed on this page from the Port of Gibraltar schedule.
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection ships due in Gibraltar
Ilma — next call Saturday 30 October 2027, 1 call scheduled
From the Port of Gibraltar schedule, last checked 6 November 2026.
Detailed answer
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection was announced in June 2017 by The Ritz-Carlton, part of Marriott International, with the maritime entrepreneurs Douglas Prothero and Lars Clasen, and runs under an operating agreement with Ritz-Carlton; funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management are its main investor. Its first yacht, Evrima, sailed from Barcelona in October 2022 with up to 298 guests. Ilma followed in September 2024 with up to 448 guests and Luminara in July 2025 with up to 452. Every suite has a private terrace, voyages usually run seven to ten nights, and the line sails in the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Caribbean, Asia-Pacific and Alaska. Marriott Bonvoy members can earn points on fares.
Which of its ships call at Gibraltar?
In the Port of Gibraltar schedule checked on Monday 9 November 2026, one call is due: Ilma on Saturday 30 October 2027, 08:00 to 19:00. The list on this page updates as the schedule changes.
What should passengers know about Gibraltar?
English is Gibraltar's official language and the currency is the pound sterling; euros are widely accepted in shops, often at a less favourable rate, and cards are widely accepted. Gibraltar is on the same time as Spain. With an eleven-hour call, there is time for the Upper Rock Nature Reserve, with the macaques, St Michael's Cave and the Great Siege Tunnels, by taxi or minibus tour, and for Main Street. The cable car has been closed for a rebuild and is expected to reopen in 2027.
Can you sail with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection from near Gibraltar?
Yes, from Barcelona. Ilma's six-night voyage from Barcelona to Lisbon leaves on Tuesday 26 October 2027 and calls at Valencia, Cartagena, Malaga and Gibraltar. Bookings are made online, by phone or through travel advisors.