India, June 23 -- Emerald Cruises has officially christened Emerald Kaia in Venice, marking the arrival of the third yacht in the brand's growing luxury yacht fleet.
The Yacht & Design
- Emerald Kaia is the third yacht in Emerald Cruises' luxury fleet.
- Designed for 128 guests, emphasizing intimate coastal exploration.
- Features: larger Observation Deck, Sun Deck with private cabanas, indoor lounge, new spa/wellness facilities, elevated dining concepts, and spacious suites.
The Ceremony
- Held at San Basilio, Venice, a rare venue allowing guests to arrive directly by yacht.
- Guests sailing the Adriatic Discovery itinerary viewed the christening from the Observation Deck.
- Ceremony live-streamed globally via YouTube with travel creator All Aboard Stephan's Bike.
- Traditional bottle break performed by Jason Flesher, Scenic Group's Director of Discovery Operations.
Scenic Group Milestone
- Marks 40 Years of Innovation for Scenic Group.
- Attendees included Chairman Glen Moroney, senior executives, and Port of Venice officials.
- Glen Moroney: "Emerald Kaia is a proud addition. blending relaxed luxury, innovative design and immersive access to remarkable coastlines."
Godparents
- Appointed godparents: Kim Scoular (Director of Operations) and Ray Gilbert (Senior Software Engineer).
- Their selection honors long-standing contributions and the dedication of Scenic Group's team.
Future Voyages
- Operating alongside Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara.
- First of three in its class, with Emerald Raiya (2027) and Emerald Xara (2028) to follow.
- After her inaugural Mediterranean season, Emerald Kaia will sail the Seychelles and Indian Ocean, expanding into warm-water destinations.
This christening not only strengthens Emerald Cruises' boutique yacht offering but also underscores Scenic Group's legacy of innovation and its focus on immersive, design-led journeys.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Travel Media.