Introducing Emerald Azzurra

Emerald Azzurra in Portofino. Image: Emerald Cruises.

If, like me, you lust after those beautifully sleek yachts basking in the sun when you are in port, you will love this new ship on the horizon, from Emerald Yacht Cruises (Emerald Cruises).

Launching in January 2022, Emerald Azzurra is the first custom-built ocean superyacht from Emerald Cruises – offering a luxury cruising experience to small ports and harbours only accessible to small ships. The superyacht will carry just 100 guests across 50 deluxe suites and staterooms, with majority of cabins benefiting from their own private balcony.

What do we know about Emerald Azzurra?

Emerald Azzurra

Built: 2021;

Length:110 m / 361 ft

Weight: 5300 gt

Passengers: 100 Crew: 68

Decks: 7 (decks with cabins - 4)

Cabins 50

This beautiful superyacht is built Shipbuilder Halong Shipbuilding Company (Ha Long City, Vietnam). She is classified as a Mega Yacht, and is owned by Scenic Group (Australia) and operated by Emerald Yacht Cruises. She is capable of a speed of 22 kn / 41 kph / 25 mph. Emerald Azzurra is 110 m / 361 ft long and has a Gross Tonnage of 5300 gt. She has seven decks, four of which have cabins, and can carry 100 passengers and 68 crew.

Emerald Azzurra Aerial View. Image: Emerald Cruises

Emerald Azzurra features a variety of areas to dine and relax and an on board wellness centre, complete with a spa, gym, and sauna for the ultimate indulgence, as well as three tenders and a Zodiac. The superyacht’s marina platform is designed for easy access to snorkelling, paddle boarding and swimming – just some of the many activities included.

Emerald Azzurra. Image: Emerald Cruises

Emerald Azzurra’s inaugural sailing will be the eight-day Best of the Red Sea itinerary departing 28 January 2022. Sailing round-trip from Aqaba (Jordan), the cruise will visit Nuweibah, Hurghada, Sharm-el-Sheikh (all Egypt) and Eilat (Israel). Highlights of the itinerary include a beach break at a local resort in Hurghada, known for its world class diving, it makes for the perfect place for guests to relax and unwind. In Naama Bay guests will embark on a glass bottom boat trip and have the opportunity to snorkel at Ras Mohammad national park. Guests will be treated to an immersive guided tour of Petra, taking in the 14th century Mamluk Fort in the Old Town before heading to the Aqaba Archaeological Museum for a fascinating insight into the town’s past. Prices for the eight-day cruise start from £9,033 per person including the cruise as stated, airport transfers, all tips and gratuities.

Source: Emerald Cruises.