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It’s easy to see why the product is so beloved. Being on board Emerald Azzurra is just as much of an adventure as our stops at each port


Liin} Ü>ÀmlÞ ÜilVomi` LÞ loV>lð "n `>Þ wÛi] Üi Ã>il into Kefalonia, embarking on an unforgettable visit to the famous 150-million-year-old Drogarati Cave, where stunning stalactites and stalagmites surround you as you step into this natural wonder. The site is famous for its vast chamber, known as The Concert Hall, heralded for its perfect acoustics. We’re magically serenaded here by Omar Portillo, the yacht’s entertainer, whose voice – giving us a beautiful rendition of When You Wish Upon a Star – is nothing short of angelic. With everything included on Emerald Azzurra, from shore excursions and airport transfers to all meals and drinks, the line ensures the charm of each destination is truly front and centre.


Onboard luxuries


Unveiled in 2022, Emerald Azzurra marked a change of course for Scenic-owned brand Emerald Cruises, which started out in 2013 specialising in river cruises under the name Emerald Waterways. The luxury ocean yacht has been so successful that the line has since boosted Ìhi yiiÌ ÜiÌh ÌÜo ÃiÃÌiÀ Ãhi«Ã\ Emerald Sakara, which launched in August 2023, and Emerald Kaia, scheduled to make its debut in April 2026. It’s easy to see why the product is so beloved. Being on


FROM TOP: Corfu Old Town; Emerald Azzurra’s marina platform;


Drogarati Cave on Kefalonia island Credits: Shutterstock/Marso, M_Makarov


board Emerald Azzurra is just as much of an adventure as oÕÀ ÃÌo«Ã >Ì i>Vh «oÀÌ° "ÕÀ mi>l >Ì ,iyiVÌionà ,iÃÌ>ÕÀ>nÌ provides a real treat for the senses, with a lively but laid-back ÛiLi wlli` ÜiÌh Ìhi LÕââ ov }ÕiÃÌà Ãh>Àin} ÌhiiÀ iÝ«iÀiinVià from the day, and a menu that features dishes inspired by the places we visit. I ask Paul Miller, the head chef, for his ÀiVommin`>Ìion] >n` hi LÀin}à oÕÌ > `>ââlin} «l>Ìi ov }Àilli` oVÌo«Õà `Àiââli` ÜiÌh limon >n` hiÀLð n jÕÃÌ oni bite, I’m transported back to our adventures in Corfu. The restaurant also hosts breakfast and lunch, ÜiÌh l>ÛiÃh LÕvviÌà «>Vki` ÜiÌh Ì>ÃÌÞ VhoiViÃ\ Ìhink i`iÌiÀÀ>ni>n Ã>l>`à `Àiââli` ÜiÌh oliÛi oil >n` Ü>Àm]


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