Luxury Caribbean Cruises to Get a New Dimension with Orient Express’ Largest Sailing Yacht in 2026

Published on July 25, 2025

Oh la la! The Caribbean is in for a treat as the Orient Express debuts its highly anticipated luxury mega sailing yacht, the Orient Express Corinthian. Due to debut in the Caribbean for her first season in the autumn of 2026, the Corinthian will set new standards for luxury cruising in the region. This revolutionary opening represents a new era in the cruising industry with a never before seen sophistication and luxury in the clear waters of the Caribbean.

The stunning ship will sail from Lisbon on 12th October 2026 for a 14-night transatlantic cruise to Barbados. As the Corinthian heads to the Caribbean, its season will run through to March 2027, with a variety of short cruises delving into different areas of the islands. Offering two- to nine-night itineraries, travelers will be taken to charmingly secretive corners of the Caribbean, such as Saint Barthélemy, Moskito Island, the Exumas, and the Tobago Cays.

The Opulence of the Yacht: Innovation and Luxury on the High Seas

The Orient Express Corinthian is remarkable not only for its sumptuous interior and unrivaled design, but also for its unique technology. The largest sailing yacht in the world, Corinthian will be equipped with state-of-the-art SolidSail propulsion system that includes three solid sails controlled by 100-metre-tall tilting masts. This system gives the yacht the capability to be able to sail on 100% wind-power in the right conditions, providing an ecologically-friendly alternative to standard cruise propulsion. This is the responsible way to travel and is going to appeal to the green-minded holiday maker and create a chic cruise with a conscience.

Styled by Maxime d’Angeac, art director for Orient Express, the Corinthian’s interiors take cues from the golden age of rail travel, as well as legendary ocean liners such as SS Normandie. The Corinthian will have a variety of suites ranging from 485 to 2,476 square feet, providing unmatched space and comfort. Guests will be treated to views through oversized picture windows or from open terraces and French craftsmen have designed the ship’s furniture and decorative touches, so just how extravagant can it get? The painstaking attention to detail ensures every inch of the yacht will provide the ultimate luxury and opulence.

The ship will boast 54 extravagant suits, all decorated to reflect the elegance and grandeur of the Orient Express background. With Big windows and private balconies let all-audience appreciate the wide views of azure-Caribbean, while the exteriors made of best material provide a feeling of timeless-confidence to all-decoxu. Passengers on board the Corinthian will feel as if they have entered a space where history and luxury intersect.

Caribbean Itinerary: Exploring Untouched Paradise

The Caribbean will be treated to something that bordering on a five star moving hotel, with the Corinthian’s destination list. These trips won’t be confined to popular tourist areas either, instead they’ll concentrate on secluded natural sites, coral reefs, and off-the-beaten-path inlets that typical cruisers pass by. With access to these off the beaten path spots, the Corinthian will offer travelers the chance to experience the Caribbean how few have ever been able to.

Some of the stops include the beautiful Saint Barthélemy island, the private Moskito Island, as well as Exumas and the Tobago Cays, which are all renowned for their unspoiled beauty and peaceful atmosphere. These are the destinations that are famous for their clear waters, you pristine beaches, and colorful ecosystems are the perfect places for luxury cruising. Journeys on board Corinthian will enable holidaymakers to not only be inspired by these remarkable vistas but to also connect with local culture and cuisine in such a way that goes beyond the ordinary tourist experience.

The ship will feature programming focused on the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the Caribbean. Paid over-the-top wellness-focused experiences will be a central part of the cruise — the plan is to have all kinds of excursions that explore the Caribbean’s secluded small islands and their unique ecosystems. Guests will have opportunities to go on guided walking tours, snorkel at remote coral reefs and explore lesser-visited islands in order to come closer to the nature of the region.

Feast: Food of the Islamic World

Every luxury lifestyle needs sumptuous dining experiences, and, of course, the Corinthian will be offering that. Yannick Alléno, who has multiple Michelin stars, will manage the food on the yacht. As executive chef for Orient Express’ train and sailing yachts, Alléno, who has been awarded three Michelin stars, will showcase his savoir-faire to offer an unmatched dining indulgence. Guests will enjoy food inspired by the freshest local ingredients, Caribbean flavours and local recipes delivered in a casually elegant dining experience that is as much a feast for the eye as for the palate.

diningThe Corinthian will host five unique restaurants of its own. Whether it is casual or upscale cuisine that you crave, you will have your work cut out for you when trying to choose between all the delicious, gourmet options. The yacht will also have a cabaret room with a capacity for 115 people for entertainment with dining, as well as a recording studio for those seeking a jazzy completion. To top it off, two pools and a marina will make a variety of tranquil Caribbean waters accessible in luxurious fashion.

What the Corinthians have Done for West Indian Sport

Orient Express Corinthian looks set to revolutionize Caribbean travel, and with it a new generation of high-net-worth individuals on the hunt for exclusivity, sustainability and enhanced experiences. The region is already a favorite vacation spot, and it will now cater to wealthy tourists from all over the globe in an even more luxurious fashion.

More than simply making an economic impact right away, the Corinthian’s arrival highlights the Caribbean’s increasingly image-forward approach to courting high-end, experiential tourism. As luxury cruises focus more on responsible travel and local immersive experiences, the local tourism sector is likely to benefit from increasing demand for high end products like N Bhutan – navigating landscapes so remote they were previously impossible to access, home-staying in local communities and quite literally treading where few Western soles have before been placed. Local economies will gain from spending on excursions, local attractions and fine dining, as well.

The Corinthian will also bring in an entirely different type of tourism to the Caribbean, not just cruise-ship tourists, but possibly a new generation of eco and sustainable-conscious luxury travelers. Through concentrating on small, little-visited islands and environmentally-friendly travel, the Corinthian aims to be the model for sustainable tourism in the area.

The Outlook of Caribbean Luxury Tourism

The Orient Express Corinthian is only the beginning for luxury-maritime travel. And with the forthcoming sister ship, the Orient Express Olympian, set to debut in 2027, the brand is ready to continue reshaping the luxury cruise market. When these yachts hit the seas across the Caribbean and beyond, they’ll be redefining what it means to be ultra-luxe on the high seas, and providing travelers with an unmatched way to experience some of the most stunning travel destinations in the entire world.

For those who want to explore the Caribbean in style can join the exclusive “Caribbean and the Americas” itinerary on the Orient Express Corinthian for a once, and a lifetime experience of the region by cruise.