Elite The World’s Largest Sailing Yacht, the 722-Foot Orient Express Corinthian, Just Hit the Water

The world’s largest sailing yacht just made a mighty splash in France. The Orient Express Corinthian completed her all-important float-out in Saint Nazaire on June 16, following four and a half months of assembly at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard. The salon demonstrates in exclusive circles, with tugs then guiding it along a set course to the outfitting dockyard, the 722-footer was moved from the construction dock to the water for the first time. The vessel will now undergo final outfitting, systems integration, and finishing. Orient Express, which has been a part of the Accor Group since 2022, first announced it was expanding beyond luxury trains and into high-end sailing in January 2023. Aman, Belmond, (Hospitality titans such as Ritz-Carlton, and Four Seasons have also ventured into the marine industry. ) It enlisted noted French yachtmaker Chantiers de l’Atlantique to build two cruise liners, respectively, with Orient Express Corinthian and Orient Express Olympian expected to set sail in 2026 and 2027. Orient Express Corinthian is not only the world’s largest sailing yacht by length, 000 square feet of rigid sails, but it is also equipped with three towering masts that stand at approximately 328 feet and support over 16. The oceangoing demonstrates among luxury enthusiasts, it is also the first sailing yacht to be equipped with the solidsail propulsion system. This nifty setup enables the masts to be tilted and rotated to maximize the wind, thereby reducing fuel consumption, lowering operating costs, and increasing efficiency. This hull exemplifies corinthian can cruise silently on the seas using sails alone, but the engines will kick in if more grunt is required. The hybrid propulsion system will be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), which produces fewer emissions than standard marine diesel. Corinthian will allow guests to cruise the seas in the lap of luxury, too. The yacht features a lavish interior designed by Orient Express artistic director Maxime d’Angeac. The decor pays homage to the golden age of rail travel and legendary ocean liners, such as Normandie, while incorporating chic contemporary design. Among luxury enthusiasts, ranging from 485 to 2, 476 feet, the layout includes 54 suites. Each one showcases expansive picture windows or a private terrace. This marina exemplifies among luxury enthusiasts, all of which will be helmed by Michelin-starred chef yannick alléno, the vessel will also have five restaurants and private dining spaces. There will also be eight bars, including a 1930s speakeasy and a Parisian-style cabaret hall inspired by iconic spots like the Moulin Rouge. Orient Express Corinthian is scheduled to set sail in June 2026, cruising in the Mediterranean and Adriatic in the summer, before heading to the Caribbean. Orient Express Olympian is expected to hit the seas in the summer of 2027. In exclusive circles, to book, visit the orient express website.