Each new ship has been customized for specific European rivers.
The 186-passenger Emerald Destiny was christened on May 9 in Vienna by godmother Coleen Christie, a well-known Canadian broadcaster. Destiny is the river cruise line’s fifth ship to sail through the heart of Europe on the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers.
Emerald Liberté was custom-built to sail France’s Rhône and Saône, as part of the new 'Sensations of Southern France' itinerary, from Lyon to Avignon.
Emerald Radiance, sailing round-trip from Porto, Portugal, has a serenity pool on the Sun Deck, suited for the sun-soaked 'Secrets of the Douro' cruise.
'When building our latest ships, it was important to listen to our guests, who have told us they love our relaxed, contemporary design,' said Lisa Norton, vp brand management, Emerald Waterways North America.
Since launching its first Star-Ships, Sky and Star, which were christened in Amsterdam three years ago by fashion icon Twiggy, the line has experienced phenomenal growth within the European river cruise market.
Emerald Waterways is part of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours.
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