Elite Of The Seas

Over the past decade, the cruise industry in the World Natural Heritage areas of Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay has witnessed a strong revolution in luxury standards. The shift from traditional wooden ships, which prioritize rustic aesthetics, to modern steel-hulled superyachts, integrating advanced maritime technology and amenities equivalent to five-star resorts on land, has completely changed the face of maritime resorts in Vietnam. In that context, the appearance of Elite of the Seas in 2022 is not simply the addition of a new shipping unit, but also the establishment of a completely different standard for the concept of “floating resort”. With a modern design language and high-class service ecosystem, this ship has quickly become a symbol of luxury, redefining the ultimate cruise experience in the heart of heritage. Operated by Aclass Cruises Group – the unit that has achieved great success with the Stellar of the Seas cruise – Elite of the Seas fully inherits the most quintessential operating experience to create a unique resort product. This is not just an ordinary sightseeing trip, but a specialized living space targeting the upper-class customer segment, who are always looking for sophistication, privacy and six-star class amidst the majestic space of Lan Ha Bay.

Elite of the Seas officially launches in 2022, marking the birth of one of the most modern and classy superyachts in the Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay areas. The ship possesses extremely impressive dimensions with a length of 85 meters and a width of 14.2 meters. This scale is significantly larger than its “predecessor” Stellar of the Seas, which is 65 meters long and 12.9 meters wide, allowing Elite of the Seas to expand its space to integrate luxury resort amenities equivalent to five-star resorts on land. In terms of technical and maritime safety aspects, the yacht is built with a double hull and double bottom steel structure, strictly complying with the highest international standards. This design not only ensures absolute safety in all the complex hydrological conditions of the bay but also helps increase the ship’s stability throughout the journey. The operating capacity of Elite of the Seas is reinforced by a system of 02 Yanmar engines made in Japan with a capacity of 600 HP each, helping the ship move extremely smoothly and minimize noise or vibration. This investment in advanced maritime technology plays a key role in protecting the quiet space and relaxing sleep of passengers amidst majestic nature. To ensure a stable energy source for the ship’s massive utility ecosystem, from the central air conditioning system to the gold-plated swimming pool, the yacht is also equipped with 03 modern CAT generators from the United States.

Gold-plated swimming pool of Elite Of The Seas Cruise

The design philosophy of Elite of the Seas clearly reflects contemporary architectural trends, where minimalism blends perfectly with the high-end functionality of a true “super yacht”. Different from the majority, this yacht chooses a Western design language with strong and decisive aerodynamic lines. Using black and white as the main color tones not only creates a majestic and modern appearance but also helps the ship appear elegant and sophisticated amidst the majestic natural space of the bay. This choice establishes a strong counterpoint to the classic Indochine style, which often prioritizes nostalgic and rustic aesthetics. Instead of using carved details or traditional wood materials, Elite of the Seas aims for trendy luxury, focusing on open space experiences and timeless aesthetics. This design helps optimize visibility and natural light, giving passengers the feeling of an upscale resort space, completely separate from the old standards of the traditional cruise industry.

Elite of the Seas owns a total of 35 rooms, and the most special feature is that all cabins are designed as luxury suites. Following the philosophy of “unlimited views”, every accommodation space on board is equipped with a private balcony and ocean-facing bathtub, allowing passengers to enjoy the beauty of heritage even in the most private moments. The classification of room categories is done scientifically to meet the strict needs of each elite customer group.

The Elite Junior Suite room class makes a strong impression with its modern architectural style, using a ceiling-mounted crystal sliding door system to optimize natural light and maximize views of the ocean. Next is the Elite Senior Suite, located in prime locations on the 2nd floor, providing an airy and peaceful resort space, ideal for those who want to seek absolute relaxation. For passengers who desire more isolation and luxury, the Elite Executive Suite is the perfect choice with a separate sunbathing deck right in the room. Here, visitors can sip complimentary glasses of premium wine while relaxing under the sunset of Lan Ha Bay. The pinnacle of luxury on a yacht is the Elite President Suite – the most exclusive and classy room class. Equipped with the highest quality furniture, this space has the style of a luxury apartment on the beach with the highlight being a large sunbathing terrace, bringing an exclusive resort experience and absolute privacy to the owner. Each room is fully integrated with smart amenities from multi-zone air conditioning system to daily room care service, ensuring six-star standards throughout the journey.

The most iconic highlight of Elite of the Seas is the gold-plated infinity pool with an area of ​​about 50 square meters. $m^2$ Located at the stern of the ship. This is not only a wonderful relaxing space with a view of the majestic beauty of Lan Ha Bay, but also a symbolic “check-in” point, affirming the different resort class of super yachts. The swimming pool floor is paved with high-quality teak wood, creating a luxurious look and ensuring safety for visitors when enjoying the cool water in the middle of nature. Located on the second floor of the yacht is the Mini Golf course, a space reserved for those who love the noble sport right in the middle of the ocean. Here, guests can practice their putting strokes in the fresh ocean air, creating an elegant and unique entertainment experience. The integration of a golf course right on the ship is a testament to the operator’s efforts in bringing luxury amenities that are usually only found at high-end resorts on land. For meetings that require privacy and luxury, the wine and cigar cellar area in the basement is an option not to be missed. This space is designed in a classic Western style with sophisticated wooden furniture, offering a collection of prestigious wines and premium cigars to customers. This is the ideal place for visitors to immerse themselves in a quiet space and enjoy classy aftertaste after a sophisticated dinner on board. Passengers’ energy regeneration journey is also meticulously cared for at Elite Spa and Massage located on the first floor. The treatments here are a delicate combination of traditional Vietnamese health care methods and high-end product lines, helping visitors recover their physical strength after a long day of sightseeing. In addition, the modern gym is also fully equipped with standard exercise equipment such as treadmills and bicycles, helping passengers maintain their fitness schedule even during their luxury vacation.

Mini San Golf is designed in the bow area of ​​Elite Of The Seas Cruise

Spa area on Elite Of The Seas Cruise

Wine cellar area of ​​Elite Of The Seas Cruise

The restaurant system on Elite of the Seas is designed to provide a multi-sensory culinary journey, where diners not only enjoy the flavors but also enjoy the luxurious and sophisticated architectural space. With a capacity of up to 100 guests, the restaurant creates a cozy yet extremely classy atmosphere for parties in the middle of the vast ocean. The most unique feature here is the open kitchen model, where diners can witness firsthand the artistic and professional food processing process of talented chefs, turning each meal into an exciting visual performance. The menu here is a delicate fusion between the quintessence of Asian and European cuisine, prepared from the freshest seafood ingredients purchased directly from local fishing villages combined with premium imported meats such as lamb chops or lobster. Meals are scientifically arranged in the form of a rich buffet in the morning and late afternoon for guests to freely choose according to personal preferences. Evening is the time for more elaborate and private experiences with the exquisitely decorated 8-course Fine Dining menu or outdoor seafood BBQ parties in the romantic space of Lan Ha Bay. To optimize personal experience, Elite of the Seas applies a flexible beverage policy, serving complimentary mineral water, tea, coffee and juice with main meals. For guests seeking more variety, the cruise ship offers premium “Freeflow Beverage Packages”, allowing unlimited enjoyment of famous wines, beers and cocktails at competitive prices. In particular, 24/7 room service is always ready to meet all food and beverage needs at any time, ensuring absolute convenience and satisfaction for passengers during their luxury vacation.

Elite Of The Seas cruise ship possesses unique cuisine to serve tourists

Elite of the Seas focuses on operating routes through Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay, prioritizing areas less affected by mass tourism to bring absolute peace to passengers. During the 2 Days 1 Night journey, tourists will depart from Hanoi by high-class Limousine, stopping at Pearl Farm to rest before moving to the cruise ship by speedboat.. The main activity of the first day is kayaking at Ao Ech area – a quiet natural lagoon with clear blue water and majestic limestone cliffs.. On the second day, passengers will visit the Dark and Bright Cave area, a unique cultural experience when visitors can kayak or sit on bamboo boats rowed by local people to weave through the magical cave arches.. For tourists who choose the 3 Days 2 Nights itinerary, the cruise will take the journey deeper into the core area of ​​Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island. The highlight of the second day is a visit to Viet Hai ancient fishing village by bicycle or electric car, providing the opportunity to learn about the lives of local people and enjoy the green primeval forest space.. The afternoon is the time to absolutely relax in the Ba Trai Dao area, which has fine white sand beaches and clear sea water ideal for swimming and relaxing activities amidst pristine nature.. In addition to destinations, Elite of the Seas also offers a diverse system of entertainment activities on board to enrich customers’ experience. Visitors can capture beautiful moments of the trip from an aerial perspective through the Drone Photography (flycam) service, which is performed depending on weather conditions.. At sunset, a romantic afternoon tea party takes place with a class on how to make traditional dishes such as Vietnamese spring rolls.. When night falls, passengers can try their luck with night squid fishing at the back of the yacht or participate in Happy Hour programs at the bar.. To start a new day full of energy, a Tai Chi session on the sundeck and a basic golf class in the early morning are experiences not to be missed to help refresh the mind and body to the maximum..