From Shore to Sea: Four Seasons Raises the Anchor on Luxury Travel

There are hotel brands that follow hospitality standards, and then there are those that define them.

For more than six decades, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts has represented the gold standard of intuitive service, thoughtful design, and quietly exceptional experiences. Since opening its first property in 1961, the brand has built a reputation not simply for luxury, but for a rare kind of care, the feeling that every detail has been considered long before you arrive. Each property blends understated elegance with human connection, transforming a stay into a moment of belonging.

Step into a Four Seasons anywhere in the world and there is an immediate shift in atmosphere: the unhurried welcome, the sense of calm precision, the effortless way the experience seems to anticipate your needs. For many Y Travel clients, this familiarity has become a trusted language of travel, Four Seasons is less a hotel brand and more a standard by which every stay is measured.

Now, that philosophy extends to the open sea. Four Seasons Yachts redefine modern ocean travel, where moments of quiet renewal, exceptional dining, and thoughtful design shape the rhythm of every day.

In March 2026, Four Seasons I will set sail on her inaugural voyage, introducing a new chapter for the brand and modern maritime travel. During her first year, the yacht will visit more than 130 destinations across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and the Bahamas, bringing the signature warmth, precision, and care of Four Seasons to some of the world’s most captivating coastlines.

A New Style of Sea Voyage

From the first glimpse on the horizon, Four Seasons I resists comparison.

Designed with Fincantieri, Tillberg Design of Sweden, and Creative Director Prosper Assouline, the 679-foot vessel occupies a new category, neither traditional cruise ship nor private yacht, but a superyacht for 200 guests. Every detail reflects the Four Seasons philosophy: spaces for reflection, moments of mindful presence, and interiors that elevate the everyday into the extraordinary.

At the centre stands the glass-enclosed funnel rising four decks high, home to the remarkable Funnel Suite, a four-level residence with nearly 10,000 square feet of living space and sweeping 280-degree ocean views. Across 95 all-suite accommodations, floor-to-ceiling windows, expansive terraces, and thoughtful touches create comfort that feels instinctive. Modular suites offer over 100 configurations, blending flexibility with privacy.

A Culinary Journey Afloat

Dining has always been central to the Four Seasons experience, and aboard Four Seasons I the culinary program becomes one of the voyage’s defining pleasures.

Eleven restaurants and lounges shape the rhythm of life on board. From sunrise pastries to multi-course tasting menus, each meal is curated as a moment of mindfulness and indulgence, where ingredients, presentation and service combine to nourish both body and spirit.

At Terrasse, Mediterranean flavours celebrate the regions through which the yacht sails. Miuna offers an intimate omakase experience at a traditional hinoki counter, while Champagne & Caviar elevates the ritual of sunset aperitivo overlooking the sea.

At the pinnacle sits Sedna, where a rotating Chef-in-Residence programme invites Michelin-starred chefs from Four Seasons properties around the world, from Athens and Hong Kong to Cap-Ferrat and Florence, to craft multi-course tasting menus inspired by each voyage.

The result feels less like dining on a ship and more like attending a series of private culinary events, shaped by creativity, seasonality and place.

Wellbeing in Motion

At L’Oceana Spa, wellbeing is alignment rather than indulgence. The Five Elements of Vitality programme draws inspiration from the ocean’s rhythms, guiding guests through hydrothermal rituals, ocean-inspired therapies, and mindful movement. 

The Thermal Circuit flows between warmth and coolness, with panoramic sea views providing constant stillness and scale.

Fitness unfolds naturally: sunrise yoga on deck, Pilates overlooking the water, or paddleboarding from the marina. Partnerships with La Mer, Margy’s Monte Carlo, and Rossano Ferretti bring world-class expertise, ensuring every treatment reflects the same attention to detail that defines Four Seasons on land.

Marina Days & Open Water

The yacht’s transverse marina is a standout feature. On marina days, secluded bays transform into hubs of gentle activity: hydrofoils skim the water, kayaks glide quietly, and water bikes trace arcs across the surface. 

Guests gather at the sea-level bar as light shifts over the water, while sunrise yoga unfolds to the rhythm of the waves, unhurried, immersive, and quietly extraordinary.

Discovering The Coastline

Ashore, experiences are curated with the same care as life on board. In the Caribbean, guests may fly to Saba for a dive at renowned marine sites. In Italy, a vintage Spider winds through the Maremma countryside to Michelin-starred Da Caino. In Greece, evenings culminate in exclusive after-hours access to the Acropolis.

Every experience is guided by local experts, historians, geologists, winemakers, and cultural insiders, transforming each destination into more than a port of call. 

The Limo Tender offers refined transport, and the Beachlander accesses secluded shores with style. Pre and post voyage stays at Four Seasons hotels ensure a seamless land-to-sea journey.

A Legacy That Travels

At the heart of Four Seasons lies a philosophy unchanged since its founding.

Founder Isadore Sharp built the company on the Golden Rule: treat others as you would wish to be treated. For over sixty years, this principle has created hospitality rooted in empathy, intuition, and genuine care, now extended naturally to the sea.

Four Seasons manages hotel operations aboard Four Seasons I directly, ensuring the same standards as land-based properties. With a one-to-one guest-to-staff ratio, service is personal, attentive, and instinctive. 

For those familiar with Four Seasons, the feeling is instantly recognizable, only the horizon has changed.

Experience Four Seasons at Sea

Experiencing Four Seasons Yachts through Y Travel unlocks exclusive advantages.

As a preferred partner, Y Travel clients enjoy early access, curated privileges, and travel designers who know the brand intimately. From securing the most coveted suites to bespoke pre-and post-voyage arrangements at Four Seasons hotels worldwide, every detail is orchestrated with care.

Explore the inaugural voyages of Four Seasons I and begin your journey where mindfulness, exceptional dining, and renewal define modern luxury at sea, an experience only possible with Y Travel’s expertise and insider access.