Emerald Azzurra

Emerald Azzurra is the first oceangoing yacht-style cruise ship for Emerald Cruises. The luxury vessel has been custom-designed to cruise the waters of the Adriatic Coast, Red Sea and the Mediterranean. In 2023, it will be joined by sister ship Emerald Sakara.

The first luxury yacht to be constructed at the Ha Long Shipyard in Vietnam, Emerald Azzurra will feature an abundance of onboard space for the 100 passengers who will receive high levels of personal service from the 64-strong crew. The size of the vessel means it can visit ports that are inaccessible to larger cruise ships. It will also carry three tenders and two Zodiacs for shore landings in small harbours and destinations without proper port facilities.

There will be cabins across six categories and 88 percent, with the exception of the 182-square-foot Oceanview Cabins, will have balconies. The rest of the cabins are suites, leading in with Balcony Suites that measure 285 square feet. Deluxe Balcony Suites are 382 square feet and there are also 699-square-foot Yacht Suites and Terrace Suites, which measure 863 square feet. The latter two both have private terraces. The largest staterooms on Emerald Azzurra are the Owner's Suites which measure 1,162 square feet and have a separate bedroom and lounge area.

A highlight of the ship will be the aft marina, from which passengers can take part in a variety of water-based activities including paddle boarding, kayaking and snorkeling. There will also be Sea Bobs that propel passengers through the water, and a water trampoline. Emerald places a big emphasis on active cruises and there will be early morning yoga sessions on the Observation Deck and a wellness center complete with gym and spa.

Public areas on Emerald Azzurra include an Observation Lounge, with a telescope, board games and library. The main restaurant is Reflections, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with buffets at breakfast and lunch and an a la carte menu in the evening. Food will take its inspiration from Mediterranean cuisine. Bars include the Sky Bar on the Sky Deck for sunset cocktails. In the evening the Observation Deck will turn into an outdoor theater, with Movies Under the Stars.

In addition to complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks at mealtimes, gratuities are also covered in Emerald Azzurra's inclusions.