Emerald Azzurra officially named at Venice ceremony

Emerald Cruises’ first ocean cruise ship Emerald Azzurra was officially named at a ceremony in Venice on Saturday (May 28).

Scenic Group founder and chairman Glen Moroney, his wife and director of project design Karen, as well as invited guests, were in attendance. The ship’s godmother Sarah Wikevand, joint managing director at Reader Offers Ltd (ROL) was unable to attend the ceremony.

The 100-passenger vessel will now set sail on a series of eight- to 25-night itineraries around the Mediterranean and Adriatic seas.

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David Winterton, global director of brand and marketing at Emerald Cruises, said: “We are truly honoured that Sarah has agreed to join a number of global travel industry professionals to serve as an Emerald Cruises godmother.

“The team at ROL are true advocates for the cruising market and their dedication reflects our own commitment to growing the popularity of luxury yacht cruising.

“As one of Emerald Cruises’ top performing agents for both river and yacht cruising, ROL has been instrumental in the success of launching Emerald Cruises’ first ocean-going luxury yacht Emerald Azzurra.”

Emerald Azzurra will be joined by sister ship Emerald Sakara in 2023, with itineraries to the Seychelles in addition to the Mediterranean and Adriatic seas on sale now.

Emerald Cruises is offering savings of up to 35% and free premium drinks package on bookings made for the Gems of the Arabian Peninsula itinerary departing December 2022 and 2023.

The nine-day ocean cruise sails from Doha to Sir Baniyas Island, Abu Dhabi, Khasab, Fujairah, Zighy Bay and Dubai. Prices starts from £3,827.