Emerald Cruises’ first ocean-going luxury yacht, Emerald Azzurra has departed on its inaugural sailing on Saturday, 12 March 2022.
Over two years in the making, Emerald Azzurra marks a milestone for the business as the cruise line’s first ocean-going vessel, said the cruise line in a statement.
Carrying just 100 guests in 50 deluxe staterooms and suites – of which over 80% feature a balcony – the new yacht is now sailing the eight-day Best of the Red Sea itinerary.
Azzurra will call at the Egyptian resort towns of Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh, as well as Eilat in Israel, before returning to Aqaba for an included guided tour of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Petra on 18 March 2022
Offering a luxurious small ship cruising experience to ports and harbours only accessible to small yachts, the custom-built vessel features modern luxuriously appointed suites.
Guests can relax at the Wellness Centre, which comes complete with a spa, gym and an infrared sauna.
There’s also a Spa Pool at the Sky Deck and an infinity style pool on the Pool Deck.
“Every once in a while, a new yacht comes along in the industry and changes things. Emerald Azzurra is exactly that yacht,” said David Winterton, Global Director of Brand and Marketing at Emerald Cruises.
“The level of luxury afforded to each guest, coupled with a diverse sailing programme featuring sailings through the Adriatic Coast, the Mediterranean, and the Red Sea for its inaugural season, is truly groundbreaking. We can’t wait to welcome more guests and trade partners on board.”
Emerald Azzurra will be officially welcomed to the brand’s award-winning fleet in Venice before the ship sails to the Mediterranean and Adriatic Coast for the 2022 summer season.
The new yacht will be joined by sister yacht Emerald Sakara in February 2023, with itineraries to Seychelles, Black Sea and the Middle East, on sale now.
For more information, please visit www.emeraldcruises.co.uk.
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