Alba is a 1956 Bermudan yawl, a testament to the golden age of yacht design and craftsmanship. She was conceived by the esteemed American naval architect Philip L. Rhodes, whose prolific career spanned over five decades. Rhodes was renowned for his versatility, designing vessels ranging from small dinghies to large motor yachts. His designs, including the America's Cup winner Weatherly, are celebrated for their elegance and seaworthiness .

Constructed by the master shipbuilders Abeking & Rasmussen in Lemwerder, Germany, Alba—originally named HONEY—was commissioned by I. David Easton, a yachtsman from Mamaroneck, New York, and member of the Larchmont Yacht Club. Her early years saw her cruising and participating in East Coast races, including the 1959 Annapolis to Newport race

In the 1960s, HONEY was acquired by André Surmain, the French restaurateur behind Manhattan's famed Lutèce. Seeking respite from the bustling restaurant scene, Surmain found solace aboard HONEY. In 1973, after selling Lutèce, he sailed her across the Atlantic to Mallorca, Spain, where he established the restaurant Foc i Fum in Puerto d'Andraitx. During his ownership, the yacht was renamed OJALÁ, a Spanish term expressing hope.

Today, as Alba, she continues to embody the spirit of classic yachting, gracefully sailing the Mediterranean waters. Her legacy is preserved through meticulous care and a deep appreciation for her storied past.