As the 70th anniversary of the first James Bond book takes place this year, coincidentally, Emerald Cruises’
As the 70th anniversary of the first James Bond book takes place this year, coincidentally, Emerald Cruises’ luxury yachts, which rival even those of 007’s richest enemies, are set to sail Fleming’s beloved Caribbean this winter.
Emerald Cruises offers a diverse line-up of river and yacht cruises on three continents. Emerald Azzurra, the line’s first ocean-going vessel, debuted in March 2022, is a 100-guest luxury yacht that will sail the Mediterranean & Adriatic Seas, Red Sea & Middle East, Caribbean & Central America and Transatlantic Voyages. Emerald Sakara, the line’s second luxury yacht, is currently under construction. Both yachts will homeport in the Caribbean in 2024. On the rivers, Emerald Cruises sails nine Star-Ships, eight in Europe and one on the Mekong in Southeast Asia. The brand offers contemporary and innovatively designed ships, incredibly inclusive pricing and award-winning service. In 2022, Emerald Cruises and sister brand Scenic won Best River Cruise Line at The Travel Industry Awards for the second year running, River Cruise Company of the Year at the SPAA Awards for the fifth year running, and Best New Luxury Ship (Luxury Category) for Emerald Azzurra at the Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks Awards. Emerald Cruises is part of Scenic Group, which includes Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, Mayflower Cruises & Tours and Evergreen Tours.
The Caribbean has some of the most beautiful beaches and coral reefs in the world, as well as majestic mangroves and hidden caves. It’s no surprise that Fleming fell in love with the region and wrote all 13 Bond novels from his GoldenEye home in Jamaica.
Now, Emerald Cruises guests will be able to experience these tropical delights while sailing in Bond-esque style, as both ocean-going luxury yachts, Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara, spend the winter in the Caribbean in 2023
With sleek lines and a range of Marina Toys that would make even Q jealous, Emerald Cruises’ ocean-going yachts are the epitome of modern luxury.
Emerald Cruises’ unbelievable Caribbean offers are bound to leave guests stirred, not shaken. Cruise only from just £1,999 per person, or choose to add return flights and pre-night accommodation from £3,299 per person.
Highlights of the Caribbean season include:
- Hidden Charms of the Caribbean: Explore beautiful Puerto Rico, a key film location in GoldenEye, where kingpin 006 (Sean Bean) meets his demise at the hands of Mr. Bond (Pierce Brosnan).* Other highlights are kayaking in the bioluminescent bay in Vieques, a barbecue lunch on the beach in the British Virgin Islands, and plenty of opportunities to snorkel in the clear waters of the Caribbean. The sailing departs from San Juan, Puerto Rico, before island hopping eastwards, visiting the Culebra and Vieques Islands, the US and British Virgin Islands, St. Barths and St. Kitts before arriving in St. John’s, Antigua. Cruise only from just £1,999 per person based on a 9 December 2023 departure; alternatively, choose return flights plus pre-night accommodation from £3,299 per person departing 8 December 2023.
- Grenadines & Grenada Adventure: Discover tropical Caribbean paradises resembling Crab Key from Dr. No on an island-hopping adventure. Visit Tobago Cay National Park, where the horseshoe-shaped coral reef teems with colourful fish and turtles. Indulge in excellent cuisine and water sports in Kingstown and go snorkelling off the remote bay of Union Island. Unwind with a visit to Hillsborough, a wonderfully quiet town on the island of Carriacou. The Grenadines & Grenada Adventure sails a roundtrip from Bridgetown and visits Tobago Cays, Bequia Island, Saint Vincent, Union Island, Mayreau Island and Carriacou Island. Cruise only from just £1,999 per person based on a 16 December 2023 departure, or alternatively choose return flights plus pre-night accommodation from £3,299 per person departing 15 December 2023.
For more information or to book, call 0808 301 8277, visit www.emeraldcruises.co.uk or contact your local travel agent. To book the cruise-only offer, call and quote CRUISEONLY.
* = Tour inclusions do not specifically visit James Bond film locations.
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