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is unique when it comes to river and small
ocean luxury ships. "We're intimately
involved with every aspect of the build pro-
cess," he notes about the hands-on company
approach from concept to interior design.
Sleek Star-Ships
Your spacious suite or stateroom has plush
luxurious amenities. Egyptian linens top
comfy queen or twin beds and an ensuite
bath features ESPA toiletries, fluffy robes and
slippers. The majority of cabins have a bal-
cony or terrace ideal for watching the storied
coastlines of the world. Daytime dress is
resort casual since every cruise follows the
sun. Bring your shorts and T-shirts and com-
fortable shoes for bespoke walking tours to
UNESCO World Heritage Sites with Emerald-
PLUS or hop on an electric bike for
countryside rides to a castle or winery with
EmeraldACTIVE.
Say Yes to Emerald Yacht Cruises
Are you wondering whether small ship ocean
cruising is right for you? The answer is yes.
The 100-guest Emerald Azzurra debuted in
March 2022, and its sister-ship the Emerald
Sakara, the newest Emerald luxury yacht,
launched in December 2023 in San Juan,
Puerto Rico. Both of these sleek new luxury
yachts are custom built for warm-water
cruises in the Mediterranean and the
Caribbean. Emerald's award-winning luxury
yachts have also been voted the world's #1
small ship cruise line. What does this mean
for you? A new world of cruise destinations
has arrived with exciting destinations exclu-
sive to small ships only.
A FAMILY AFFAIR
Next April, in a culinary journey of a life-
time, foodie cruisers will unite on an epic
Sensations of Lyon and Provence culinary
cruise with Canadian celebrity chef
Michael Bonacini and his son, Oscar. In
eight days between the French foodie
capital of Lyon to pretty Provence, this
epicurean fantasy cruise will showcase
the finest in Burgundy and Rhône Valley
wines with market tours at the esteemed
Les Halles Paul Bocuse. Don't miss your
chance to dine at the chef's table with
the Bonacinis. Bon appétit!
emeraldcruises.ca/bonacini
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