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Hotel chains are launching ultra-luxury cruise ships. Here's how the newest entrant plans to compete with Four Seasons and Ritz Carlton.

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  • Grupo Vidanta owns a collection of resorts, golf courses, and, soon, an ultra-luxury cruise line.
  • Adult-only VidantaWorld's Elegant would hold 149 cabins, 13 restaurants and bars, and three pools.
  • Weeklong itineraries start at $12,500 per person — pricier than Ritz-Carlton's but cheaper than the Four Seasons'.

Grupo Vidanta's 22 hotels are dotted across the beaches of Mexico, from Los Cabos to the Riviera Maya.

Its next resort might look a bit different — and float.

The hotel company plans to venture out to sea with its first luxury cruise ship, set to debut in early 2025.

Grupo Vidanta's VidantaWorld has some luxe promises for its first floating resort. The 500-foot-long vessel, called VidantaWorld's Elegant, would have amenities like three pools, 13 restaurants and bars, and an almost one-to-one c

The current position of VIDANTAWORLDSELEGANT is at West Mediterranean reported 3 min ago by AIS. The vessel VIDANTAWORLDSELEGANT (IMO 8709573, MMSI 311001550) is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 1990 (35 years old) and currently sailing under the flag of Bahamas.

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IMO / MMSI8709573 / 311001550
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AIS TypePassenger ship
AIS FlagBahamas
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IMO number8709573
Vessel NameVIDANTA WORLDS ELEGANT
Ship TypePassenger (Cruise) Ship
FlagBahamas
Year of Build1990
Length Overall (m)152.50
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Beam (m)20.60
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Gross Tonnage15595
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VIDANTA ELEGANT, IMO 8709573

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IMO number8709573
MMSI309695000
Name of the shipVIDANTA ELEGANT
Former namesVIDANTA ALEGRIA (2018)
VOYAGER (2017)
ALEXANDER V HUMBOLDT (2012)
ALEXANDER VON HUMBOL (2012)
JULES VERNE (2008)
JULES VERNE (2008)
ALEXANDER VON HUMBOL (2008)
WALRUS (2007)
NAUTICAN (1996)
CROWN MONARCH (1994)
Vessel typePassenger vessel
Operating statusActive
FlagBahamas
Gross tonnage15583 tons
Deadweight1384 tons
Length152 m
Breadth20 m
Engine typeBergen
Engine modelBrm-9
Engine power13410 KW
Year of build1990
BuilderUNION NAVAL VALENCIA SA (UNV) - VALENCIA, SPAIN
Classification societyDET NORSKE VERITAS
Home portNASSAU
Owner ALL LEISURE HOLIDAYS - BURGESS HILL, United Kingdom (UK)
Manager V.SHIPS LEISURE - MONACO
DescriptionVIDANTA ELEGANT is a Passenger vessel built in 1990 by UNION NAVAL VALENCIA SA (UNV) - VALENCIA, SPAIN. Currently sailing under the flag of Bahamas. Formerly also known as VIDANTA ALEGRIA, VOYAGER, ALEXANDER V HUMBOLDT, ALEXANDER VON HUMBOL, JULES VERNE,

VidantaWorld’s ELEGANT: From Mexico to the World

Set sail on the luxury-filled journey of a lifetime.

The world’s most stunning beauty awaits you. And there’s no better way to experience it than aboard VidantaWorld’s ELEGANT, the world’s most luxurious mega yacht! Picture yourself waking up to the serene sounds of the ocean, enjoying world-class dining and the one-of-a-kind attentive service Vidanta has pioneered over the last 50 years, all while sailing to sought-after destinations in the Caribbean or Mediterranean. The voyage at sea you’ve always dreamt of is yours to explore. And when you reserve now, you’ll enjoy the best possible pricing on this singular vacation.

Setting a new benchmark in travel, VidantaWorld’s ELEGANT is a floating palace offering an unforgettable, bespoke experience crafted with Vidanta’s characteristic dedication to excellence reflected in every detail. With a guest capacity of just 298, you’ll enjoy personalized service that outshines even the finest private yachts. Every detail, from the expansive 149 suites, cabins, and staterooms to the gourmet dining options, has been meticulously curated to ensure your utmost comfort an

Vidanta Elegant

The 1990-built MS Vidanta Sophisticated cruise ship (aka VidantaWorld ELEGANT/fka "Vidanta Alegria" before June 2018) was constructed in Valencia (Spain) under the name "Crown Monarch". Vessel's previous owners were Club Cruise, Casino Ship, Cunard and All Leisure Holidays Group. Its sistership (MV Discovery) was scrapped in 2015.

The vessel (IMO number 8709573) is currently Bahamas-flagged (MMSI 309695000) and registered in Nassau.

IMPORTANT: In September 2024, Vidanta Cruises announced that starting 2025 (following a major refurbishment in 2024) the Vidanta Elegant ship will offer adults-only cruises under the new brand VidantaWorld. The deployment is seasonal (Europe/Mediterranean and the Caribbean) with Transatlantic crossing on relocation.

Since November 2024, the vessel can be full-ship chartered through QPS Marine Ships (Fort Lauderdale FL USA-based brokerage firm).

History - construction and ownership

The launched as "Crown Monarch", the cruise liner was built by Union Naval de Levante SA (shipbuilding firm part of Van Aalst Group) for Commodore Cruise Line (Hollywood FL USA-based, 1966-founded/2001-defunct).

The 550-passenger ship MV Voyager join vidanta world elegant