Orient Express and Guerlain will debut a Guerlain Spa aboard the Orient Express Corinthian sailing yacht in June 2026, creating a new luxury wellness experience at sea. The 500 m² spa features exclusive Guerlain treatments, wellness retreats and premium amenities. The Corinthian, a 220-meter yacht with 54 suites, blends high design, culture and sustainable innovation. The partnership marks a new era in refined, wellness-focused ocean travel. (Image Accor)
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Accor27 November 2025 – Two icons of French elegance—Orient Express and Guerlain—are joining forces to create what both brands describe as an unprecedented new frontier in luxury wellness. Beginning June 2026, the first Guerlain Spa at sea will debut aboard Orient Express Sailing Yachts, marking a new milestone in high-end hospitality and maritime travel.
The collaboration blends nearly two centuries of Guerlain’s mastery in beauty and well-being with more than 140 years of Orient Express’s legacy in extraordinary travel experiences. From legendary rail journeys to the next generation of ocean voyages, Orient Express is now extending its heritage onto the world’s waters with an entirely new class of luxury sailing yachts.
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A New Temple of Well-Being at Sea
At the heart of the first vessel, the Orient Express Corinthian, lies a 500-square-meter Guerlain Spa designed as a sanctuary of serenity, sensory immersion and ritual-based wellness. The space includes:
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Four treatment suites, including a VIP double suite
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A gentle sauna and soothing relaxation lounge
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A barber studio and full beauty salon
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A fitness studio
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An open-air lap lane offering sweeping ocean views
Every detail, from the architecture to the ritual flow of treatments, is designed to evoke the poetry of travel and the natural rhythm of the sea.
Philippe Hetland-Brault, President of Orient Express Sailing Yachts, says the partnership merges “two French icons of elegance and savoir-faire” to reimagine the emotional and sensory dimensions of travel. “Our guests will experience voyages that nourish the soul and celebrate discovery,” he said.
Exclusive Guerlain Rituals Designed for the High Seas
For the first time in its history, Guerlain has created a full suite of spa rituals exclusively for Orient Express Sailing Yachts. Far more than traditional treatments, these experiences are conceived as sensory “odysseys” that mirror the movement of water, the warmth of the sun, and the pulse of exploration.
Signature journeys include:
Wave Serenity
A face-smoothing ritual using cool, wave-motion spoons paired with a soothing leg massage to induce deep calm.
Aqua Odyssey
A rebalancing treatment inspired by Guerlain’s Aqua Allegoria gardens, designed to restore natural energy and circulation.
Soleil Plein Sud
A sun-care ritual to prepare, protect and rejuvenate skin before and after sun exposure.
Ocean Awakening
A dynamic experience alternating warm and cool sensations to awaken vitality and release tension.
Beyond individual treatments, Guerlain will curate holistic wellness retreats built around four pillars—nutrition, sleep, physical activity and mindfulness. Guests can expect meditations, movement sessions, sea-inspired spa rituals and immersive nature experiences guided by Guerlain wellness experts.
Gabrielle Saint-Genis, CEO of Guerlain, says the collaboration “redefines the art of luxury wellness,” creating rituals that “nourish both body and soul” while elevating the meaning of indulgence at sea.
A Floating Masterpiece: The Orient Express Corinthian
The Orient Express Corinthian, the first of the brand’s new sailing yachts, is itself a work of art and engineering. Measuring 220 meters, crowned with three monumental sails, and offering only 54 suites, the vessel blends grandeur with intimacy. Suites range from 43 m² to an expansive 225 m²—all offering panoramic sea views and timeless luxury.
Crafted over four years at France’s world-renowned Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard, the yacht showcases exceptional workmanship:
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Interiors by architect Maxime d’Angeac, combining sculptural design, vintage-inspired lighting, curated art and custom materials
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A 1,500-volume library
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A cinema reminiscent of the golden age of film
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A musical salon hosting intimate concerts and cultural gatherings
Dining on board will be led by multi-Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno, whose inventive French cuisine aligns with the spa’s sensory philosophy.
Luxury Meets Environmental Responsibility
Orient Express has positioned its new fleet as a benchmark for sustainable luxury travel. The Corinthian incorporates:
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Innovative wind-propulsion systems
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Advanced energy-optimization technologies
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Interior design and construction intended to reduce long-term environmental impact
This approach reflects a rising trend among luxury operators to pair indulgence with stewardship, aligning with global demand for more responsible travel.
Sailing Into a New Era of Wellness Tourism
Orient Express Corinthian will begin its inaugural Mediterranean season in June 2026, followed by voyages in the Caribbean starting October 2026. With the introduction of the Guerlain Spa and an elevated approach to wellness, culture and gastronomy, these new sailing yachts aim to redefine luxury ocean travel for a generation seeking meaningful, sensory-rich experiences.
More than a journey, this partnership creates a floating world where beauty, exploration, and well-being converge—an odyssey into the Art of Travel itself.
ABOUT GUERLAIN
Since 1828, Guerlain has explored, innovated, and perfected its Fragrance, Skincare, and Makeup, thanks to its daring creators of mythic creations with timeless savoir-faire. Drawing inspiration from Nature and Art and with the Culture of Beauty as its signature, the House has been visionary in its holistic perception of Beauty since its founding. As a Parisian House with a rich heritage and the crowning jewel of luxury “à la française” for almost two centuries, Guerlain has also always manufactured its products in its own ateliers, all located right in France.
For over 15 years, the House has placed the conservation of Nature at the heart of its work, guided by the bee, its emblem. Guerlain has dedicated several partnerships and initiatives to protect this precious pollinator within its “Guerlain For Bees Conservation Programme.”
ABOUT ORIENT EXPRESS
Artisan of travel since 1883, Orient Express sublimates the art of travel with its luxury trains, hotels, and sailing yachts. The brand has just launched its first hotel, Orient Express La Minerva, in Rome — which will be followed by Orient Express Venezia at Palazzo Donà Giovannelli. The experience continues with the recent launch of La Dolce Vita Orient Express train, followed by Orient Express Corinthian in 2026, the first of two Orient Express Sailing Yachts, and finally, the return of L’Orient Express train to railways. Since 2022, Orient Express is part of Accor Group’s leading collection of luxury brands with a century-old legacy in the hotels and fine- dining sectors. In 2024, Accor and LVMH entered into a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of Orient Express. Follow the journey at @orientexpress on Instagram or visit the website at www.orient-express.com.
ABOUT ORIENT EXPRESS SAILING YACHTS
The result of an exceptional French partnership between Accor, the world leader in hospitality, and Chantiers de l’Atlantique, a leading global builder of cruise liners, the futuristic Orient Express Corinthian and Orient Express Olympian, two exceptional sailing yachts boasting spectacular interiors will set sail in 2026 and 2027. Capitalizing on the experience gained in the world of ocean racing, Orient Express Corinthian and Orient Express Olympian will be propelled by sails designed with the revolutionary ‘SolidSail’ technology: three rigid sails, each spanning 1,500 m2, will be mounted with sprit sail rigging on three inclinable masts towering over 100 m high, will allow for up to 100% propulsion under suitable weather conditions.
Source: Accor
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