Four Seasons Hotels Limited specializing in luxury hotels and resorts announced launching of s new luxury cruise brand and construction of its first vessel. Four Seasons Yachts will be under the leadership Larry Pimentel, well know industry veteran who led Azamara, SeaDream and Cunard.

Pimentel said that the new company will bring together the best of all industries creating ultimate yachting experience through world-class design, curated experiences and truly exceptional service.

"In partnership with the Four Seasons, we are creating a new category of luxury travel lifestyle that appeals to discerning guests." said Pimentel.  

"When we launch in 2025, there will be nothing like it on the high seas." Our shipbuilding partnership with Fincantieri rounds out the triumvirate of industry leaders in this unprecedented luxury lifestyle project.”

The first Four Seasons yacht will be characterized by bespoke craftsmanship, personalized service and a commitment to excellence, appealing to discerning guests looking to reimagine their love of travel by experiencing the splendor of modern sea travel.

"Four Seasons Yachts represents the next chapter in our long history of industry-leading innovation and a milestone for our company as we continue to pursue new opportunities to expand the world of Four Seasons," said Christian Clerk, President, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. "True vision lies in the ability to imagine possibilities while always remaining true to your values." Our vision for this new venture does just that. Together with our partners at Marc-Henri Cruise Holdings LTD, we are creating something extraordinary that combines their expertise with what Four Seasons does best – providing unmatched quality and excellence, surrounded by beautiful acts of service and love for our guests.”

With its inaugural voyage scheduled for late 2025, the first Four Seasons ship will be 207 meters (679 feet) long and 27 meters (88.6 feet) wide with 14 decks. At a construction cost of $4.2 million per suite, no expense is spared in terms of exceptional custom design. The first Four Seasons yacht will offer nearly 50 percent more living space per guest than currently available, offering the ultimate in privacy, flexibility and spaciousness in an all-suite nautical living environment.