Luminara in Alaskan waters on the Inside Passage, 2026

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Luminara

Luminara is a The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise ship of the Ilma class, in service since 2025. She measures 46,750 gross tons and carries 452 guests. She sails Asia, Alaska itineraries.

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About Luminara

Luminara is the sister ship of Ilma and the third ship of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique at Saint-Nazaire, handed over on June 3, 2025, and placed in service the following month; she was named in Barcelona. She runs on liquefied natural gas and has 226 suites, all with private terraces, for up to 452 guests. She opened the line's first Asia-Pacific season in December 2025 and its first Alaska season in summer 2026, and her 2026-2027 schedule continues in Asia from Tokyo, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Bali and Singapore before Alaska voyages between Vancouver and Whittier.

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Quick answers

Which cruise line operates Luminara?

Luminara is operated by The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and belongs to its Ilma class.

How big is Luminara?

Luminara measures 46,750 gross tons and 241 metres in length.

How crowded does Luminara feel?

Luminara has a passenger space ratio of 103.4: 46,750 gross tons for 452 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Luminara feels spacious for her size.

How many passengers does Luminara carry?

Luminara carries 452 guests at double occupancy.

When did Luminara enter service?

Luminara entered service in 2025.

Where does Luminara sail?

Luminara sails Asia and Alaska itineraries.

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