We have the ability to make something up as we go along and that is the yachting lifestyle."

Stairs led down to a platform from which guests could dive directly into the sea.

Prothero called the area, lined with sun loungers, the beach.

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s ‘Evrima’ in Alcúdia Bay, Mallorca, Spain.

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Prothero explained how The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection structures itineraries aboard theEvrima.

Were moving this resort, Prothero said.

Theres never going to be a Ritz-Carlton in this place.

The Marina lower level on-board The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s ‘Evrima.'

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But there is right now.

We were focused on where we were going.

And it was Saturday night onEvrima.

The pool deck on-board the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

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; and open-air Mediterranean restaurant Mistral on deck eight.

I polled about 20 ladies and gentlemen on their favorite restaurant, and Mistral was the overwhelming favorite.

They play in different configurations, including as a pop group and a jazz trio.

The Observation Room terrace Evrima on-board the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

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With six lounges on board, nearly every space felt lively, but none too crowded.

Room options range from the entry-level Terrace Suites to the 1,000-square-foot Owners Suite, with a private whirlpool.

Each of the 149 guest rooms has its own balcony.

The grappa-based welcome cocktail and pan-seared sea bass at S.E.A., which serves a seven-course tasting menu.

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Thats how you bring a hotel concept to sea.

LikeEvrima, it will summer on the Mediterranean and winter in the Caribbean.

I hear thats what the yachting lifestyle is all about.

The jazz trio performing in the living room, on board The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

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Interior of the humidor room on-board the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

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The Evrima Room spa terrace on-board the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

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The bed in the Evrima Suite on board The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

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The Mistral and Evrima room key from the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

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The exterior of the Ritz-Carlton at sea Yacht Collection

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Interior of the Marina on-board the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

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