Emerald Cruises’ first ocean-going luxury yacht, Emerald Azzurra, was baptized in an intimate ceremony in Venice, Italy.

Glen Moroney, founder and president of the Scenic Group, which Emerald Cruises is a part of, was present with his wife Karen Moroney, project design director.

At the ceremony, Moroney said “Scenic Group holds a unique position of owning the complete end to end process where we design, build and operate our vessels. Special thanks must go to the project team, headed by Ivo Skelin, for their commitment and dedication during the building of Emerald Azzurra.”

David Winterton, Global Director of Brand and Marketing at Emerald Cruises said: “The team at Reader Offers Ltd 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. We are truly honored that Sarah has agreed to serve as an Emerald Cruises Godmother.”

Emerald Azzurra started service on March 12 and is currently sailing the eight-day Croatia itineraries. The luxury yacht will continue to sail the Adriatic and Mediterranean coasts before returning to Doha, Qatar in December 2022 to cruise the Arabian Peninsula between Doha and Dubai. Emerald Azzurra will be joined by sister yacht Emerald Sakara in 2023, and routes to the Mediterranean are now on sale.