Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s Ilma Arrives in Kotor, Dubrovnik and Zadar for the First Time

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s superyacht, Ilma, has officially made its first calls to Kotor, Dubrovnik and Zadar, marking another important milestone for luxury cruising in the Adriatic.

Adriatic DMC was proud to support the vessel’s inaugural visits as the official shore excursion provider, delivering a full range of luxury group tours and premium private experiences for guests exploring the region.

As one of the most anticipated vessels in the luxury cruise industry, Ilma represents the next generation of ultra-luxury yachting. The yacht accommodates up to 448 guests in 224 spacious suites, each featuring a private terrace and refined residential-style design. Guests onboard can enjoy multiple fine dining venues curated by world-class chefs, an expansive marina platform, luxurious wellness facilities, infinity pool areas and highly personalized service that reflects The Ritz-Carlton brand’s renowned hospitality standards.

Designed to offer a more intimate and immersive style of travel, Ilma brings a sophisticated approach to exploring destinations across the Mediterranean and Adriatic. Its arrival to ports such as Kotor, Dubrovnik and Zadar further reinforces the growing demand for premium travel experiences in the region and highlights the Adriatic’s position as one of Europe’s leading luxury cruise destinations.

For the vessel’s inaugural calls, Adriatic DMC delivered a carefully curated portfolio of shore experiences, including exclusive cultural tours, scenic coastal journeys and tailor-made private programs designed for discerning travelers seeking authentic and elevated experiences ashore. Operations were supported by Adriatic DMC’s experienced ground staff, top licensed local guides and a fleet of premium luxury vehicles, ensuring seamless service and exceptional guest comfort throughout each destination.

The successful operation also builds upon the strong partnership between Adriatic DMC and The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, following the company’s previous collaboration on Evrima, the brand’s first yacht, and Luminara in 2025. Through this ongoing relationship, Adriatic DMC continues to support the highest standards of luxury destination services across the Adriatic region.

“We are delighted to welcome Ilma to Kotor, Dubrovnik and Zadar for the very first time and to continue our successful partnership with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection,” said Srdjan Kristic, Managing Director of Adriatic DMC. “Luxury travelers today are looking for authentic, seamless and highly personalized experiences, and our team is proud to deliver exactly that through carefully designed shore programs, outstanding local guides and premium operational support across every destination.”

The arrival of Ilma also represents a significant opportunity for Adriatic destinations to further position themselves within the ultra-luxury travel market. With growing interest from premium cruise brands and high-end travelers, ports such as Dubrovnik, Kotor and Zadar continue to attract guests seeking cultural richness, exceptional service and exclusive experiences throughout the Adriatic coast.

Adriatic DMC remains committed to delivering innovative and high-quality destination services for luxury cruise partners while showcasing the very best of the region through expertly managed shore excursions and personalized travel experiences.

For more information on shore excursion services in the Adriatci region, contact the friendly and professional team at Adriatic DMC.