Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Emerald Cruises

Budapest, Hungary Photo Credit:  Irén Nemess/Pixabay




  • 2022 Cruise Critic Editors’ Pick Awarded: Best New Luxury Ship & Best New River Ship
  • Premium River Cruise Line
  • Has 9 River Ships & 2 Ocean Yachts
  • Operates Charters in Croatia, Nile & Russia 
  • Part of the Scenic Group of Cruise Brands (2014)
  • River Sailings: Danube, Douro, Main, Mekong, Moselle, Rhine & Rhone


Mekong River, Asia. Photo Credit: Marcel Dominic/Pixabay



Emerald Cruises Clientele
  • Active Traveler
  • Average Age 50+
  • Children Ages 12+ Welcome Onboard River Sailings
  • Four Star Travelers
  • Majority from Australia, North America or United Kingdom (UK)
  • Prefer No Dress Code Atmosphere
  • Theme Sailing Seekers
  • Upscale Seekers


Porto, Portugal. Photo Credit: Nuno Lopes/Pixabay



Good to Know
  • Offers complimentary beer, soft drinks and wine accompany lunch and dinner meals.
  • Includes an excursion nearly every day in the morning. You may opt to purchase an additional afternoon discover more excursion. Typically cost between 30EUR - 50EUR.
  • River ships range between 84 -180 guest onboard. Varies by ship.
  • Only top suites offers room service.
  • Lacks evening entertainment onboard.
  • Provides 1.5 mL water bottle daily in staterooms.
  • Rate usually includes gratuities, transfers and WiFi.
  • With prearrangements, visitors to join you onboard. All visitors onboard are required to pay for drinks and food consumed.
  • Complimentary bicycle use available at ports.
  • Dining times are Breakfast 7AM - 9AM, Lunch 12PM - 2PM & Dinner 7PM - 9PM.
  • The Captains Welcome & Farewell Dinners guests tend to be dressiest.
  • Known to incorporate support with local initiatives and amongst communities in select destinations.
  • Offers coffee and tea 24/7.
  • Onboard and land excursions, English is spoken.
  • Iron Service is available for a fee.
  • Evening entertainment usually includes Disco Dance Party, Live Piano and/or Violist and Trivia.
  • Disembarking for excursions, crew distribute water bottles to remain hydrated.
  • Offers open seating dining.
  • At least one "EmeraldPLUS" excursion is included offering a local cultural experience.
  • Breakfast and lunch are served buffet style.
  • Onboard activities tend to reflect the destination visited.
  • Galley Tour is complimentary.
  • During peak summer months it's common during river sailings that ships tie up to one another, which may require boarding another vessel for port access. Not wheelchair accessible. 


Moselle River. Photo Credit: Hans/Pixabay



We're always happy to work with you to extend your experience on a pre and/or post cruise stay, as well.


Now, for the Do-It-Yourself Travelers, you may book your Emerald Cruises next sailing directly on our website, Louvet Travel. Receiving all the personalized care that our valued Clients experience! Truly your one source for all your questions.  


Marigot Bay, St Lucia. Photo Credit: Viola/Pixabay


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