VidantaWorld Voyages has opened bookings for its 2027 Mediterranean season aboard ELEGANT, introducing a line-up of sailings focused on immersive experiences and longer stays across some of Europe’s most popular destinations. Running from May through September 2027, the season will feature unique travel moments including the opening week of the Cannes Film Festival and a specially designed Total Solar Eclipse voyage in the Mediterranean.

One of the major highlights of the season is the Total Solar Eclipse sailing scheduled from July 31 to August 7, 2027. On August 2, ELEGANT will travel between Kalamata, Greece and Chania, Crete, positioning guests directly in the path of totality. From the open waters of the Mediterranean, travellers will have a clear view of the eclipse as daylight transitions into darkness without the limitations of land-based viewing.

Unlike crowded observation spots on land, the experience at sea will offer uninterrupted views, open horizons and real-time navigational positioning to maximise visibility. With capacity limited to just 216 guests, the voyage is designed to provide a more private and relaxed setting.

Another key moment of the season will be ELEGANT’s arrival in Cannes, France on May 12, 2027, timed with the opening of the globally recognised Cannes Film Festival. The sailing is expected to place guests close to one of Europe’s most celebrated cultural events.

Speaking about the itinerary design, Ivan Chavez, Executive Vice President of Grupo Vidanta, said: "We designed the 2027 itineraries around time - having more of it in the places that matter most. From Cannes at the start of the film festival to the eclipse at sea, these voyages are built around moments that define a destination."

Originally built to host more than 600 passengers, ELEGANT has been redesigned to accommodate only 216 guests across 108 suites and staterooms. The company says the goal was to create a more spacious onboard atmosphere with a luxury resort-style feel rather than a conventional cruise experience.

The yacht offers nearly three times more space per guest than many traditional luxury vessels and includes a near 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio for personalised service. Select suite categories also feature butler service, while public spaces have been designed to create a more open and relaxed environment.

Chavez added: "From the beginning, our goal was to rethink what luxury at sea should feel like. We took a ship originally designed for more than 600 guests and intentionally reimagined it for just over 200, because true luxury isn't about adding more. It's about creating space, ease, and a level of service that feels genuinely personal."

The itineraries also place focus on giving travellers more time at destinations with overnight stays and late departures. Guests can expect overnight calls at places such as Mykonos, Santorini and Monte Carlo, along with extended evening experiences and tender-on-demand services.

"We want to show the Mediterranean at night, not just during the day," Chavez said. "The most beautiful moments in Europe happen around sundown, and we thought it would be such a shame for our guests to only experience sunsets on the way out of Europe on their way to the next destination."

The 2027 collection will include Spring Mediterranean journeys across Portugal, Spain, France and Italy, Mediterranean Classics itineraries, Greek Isles and Adriatic sailings, the Total Solar Eclipse voyage and late-season sailings through Spain, France and Italy. Reservations for the full programme are now open, with strong demand expected for both the eclipse and Cannes itineraries.