The world’s largest sailing yacht is set to redefine luxury and sustainability on the high seas. Named the Orient Express Corinthian, this exceptional vessel will embark on its maiden voyage in June 2026, gliding through the timeless beauty of the French and Italian Rivieras. A product of an ambitious partnership between Accor and renowned shipbuilders Chantiers de l’Atlantique, the Corinthian is a marvel of design, innovation, and environmental consciousness—offering an experience that fuses the romance of 20th-century travel with the demands of 21st-century responsibility.
Stretching 220 meters (722 feet) in length, the yacht is impossible to miss. With three towering masts and more than 1,500 square meters (16,145 square feet) of SolidSail technology—rigid sails designed to rotate and tilt for maximum wind efficiency—it marks a turning point in eco-luxury travel. This isn’t just the world’s largest sailing yacht; it’s the most forward-thinking.
On board, travelers will discover 54 lavish cabins, including 48 suites with sweeping ocean views spread across decks 4 to 6, and six ultra-premium suites nestled on deck 7. Each suite has been designed to blend maritime elegance with state-of-the-art comfort. Dining options include five restaurants, with the crown jewel being La Table de l’Orient Express, headed by three-Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno. For those in search of glamour and charm, the yacht features eight bars, among them a 1930s-inspired speakeasy and a cabaret lounge that channels the spirit of Parisian nightlife.
Entertainment and relaxation onboard rival the best boutique hotels on land, with a movie theater, Guerlain spa, and a swimming pool. One particularly surprising touch is a fully equipped recording studio—ideal for artists, dreamers, and creatives seeking inspiration from the sea. This floating palace is also outfitted with an array of sustainability features. The hybrid LNG propulsion system reduces carbon emissions drastically compared to traditional fuel. Meanwhile, an AI-powered marine mammal detection system helps prevent oceanic collisions, and a dynamic positioning system removes the need for anchoring—preserving fragile seabeds and marine habitats.
As Sébastien Bazin, chairman and CEO of Accor, stated, “Inspired by the golden age of luxury travel, Orient Express Sailing Yachts reinvents motion and comfort on water while being designed to meet sustainability challenges of today and the future.” Every detail of the Corinthian seems to echo that sentiment—from its zero-compromise approach to luxury to its environmental foresight.
Reservations for this extraordinary experience open on March 25, 2025, giving discerning travelers and ocean lovers just enough time to dream of golden Mediterranean sunsets, vintage jazz under the stars, and the quiet grace of modern yachting’s finest hour. The Orient Express Corinthian isn’t just a sailing yacht—it’s the future of elegant, responsible travel set in motion.
