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eight days to 24 which include a combination of land and
cruise—ample time to explore the wonders of the region,
from the temples of Siem Reap to the patisseries of Hanoi.
A World Apart
Cruise travellers have a wealth of choices, but Emerald
Cruises is in a class of its own. I appreciated its inclusive phi-
losophy, which means gratuities, wine and beer with lunch
and dinner. It makes vacation budgeting so much easier.
Recently, the company announced plans to add two new
river ships to its fleet in 2027, including its first-ever vessel
to sail along the iconic Seine River from Paris. As a persona-
lized cruising brand, Emerald Cruises has committed to
growing and evolving as more travellers discover this
unique cruising experience. The future looks bright as the
brand explores fresh, thoughtful ways to offer a variety of
experiences for river cruise enthusiasts like me.
STARSTRUCK
CULINARY PURSUITS
For those who appreciate the artistry behind every dish
and those who create it, Emerald Cruises presents an
exclusive, memorable culinary experience along the
Mekong River. Celebrity chef Chanthy Yen, winner of
Top Chef Canada 2024, hosts an eight-day river cruise
Oct. 3 to 10, 2026 which guests can combine with
exciting land itineraries to enjoy a 13-, 16-, 21- or
24-day journey in Vietnam and Cambodia. Guests can
discover Chef Yen’s talents and connect with him during
a multi-course gourmet dinner featuring Cambodian
cuisine, a live cooking demonstration, an interactive
Q&A session and an exclusive cocktail reception.
Set Sail for
Adventure
Luxury yacht cruises captivate
travellers with itineraries
featuring destinations that large
ships can’t access
Cruising is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. Travellers can always find
one that lines up perfectly with what they value the most in a vacation.
For those who love exceptional service in a small-scale setting, luxury
yacht cruising is a trend worth checking out. It offers passengers some-
thing truly special.
Emerald Cruises welcomed its first luxury yacht to the fleet in July
2021, and has since earned recognition for its thoughtfully designed itiner-
aries. It has almost 50 different global journeys to choose from, including
those that take guests across the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, the Aegean
and more.
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