EMERALD CRUISES

Known largely for river sailings, Emerald Cruises is branching into coastal voyages on custom-built superyachts, with the rst debuting in March. Emerald Azzurra will carry up to 100 guests in 50 deluxe suites and staterooms, most with private balconies, with facilities including two bars, a restaurant, gym, spa, pool and a water sports platform. Its maiden season of Red Sea cruises includes two itineraries visiting Saudi Arabia, and is followed by a summer/autumn season of Mediterranean voyages, largely focusing on the Adriatic, before returning to the Red Sea next winter. Sister ship Emerald Sakara is due to join in early 2023.

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