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Emerald Xara

Emerald Xara

Setting sail in April 2027, Emerald Xara is a luxury superyacht from Emerald Cruises – designed for immersive exploration and relaxed, open-air living. With just 128 guests onboard, this sleek and modern ship offers an intimate atmosphere perfect for discovering the Mediterranean and Caribbean in style.

Emerald Xara reflects a next-generation approach to small-ship cruising, with spacious outdoor areas, a wellness-focused design, and an inviting marina platform for easy access to the water. Whether you’re enjoying a morning paddleboard session in a hidden cove or soaking up the sun on the Sky Deck, everything onboard is designed to bring you closer to the destination.

Cabins are bright, beautifully styled, and thoughtfully laid out, with many offering private balconies for sea views around the clock. Expect delicious cuisine inspired by the regions you visit, expert-led shore excursions, and a calm, contemporary onboard vibe.

Emerald Xara is your passport to relaxed, luxury cruising with everything you need included, from guided excursions to gratuities.

Book online with Southampton Cruise Centre for the best deals on Emerald Xara cruises.

Cabins

Staterooms and suites aboard Emerald Xara are bright, spacious, and thoughtfully designed with floor-to-ceiling windows, private balconies, and luxurious touches throughout.

Emerald Yacht Emerald Azzurra Oceanview Stateroom

Oceanview Cabin

Emerald Xara’s Oceanview Staterooms offer a stylish and spacious retreat, ideal for guests who want comfort and value with a front-row view of the sea. Located on the Emerald Deck, these cabins feature a large ocean-view window, hotel-style twin or queen-size beds with luxurious Egyptian cotton linen, and a sleek bathroom with a shower and indulgent toiletries. Extras like a flat-screen HDTV, complimentary Wi-Fi, daily-restocked bottled water, and plush bathrobes add to the sense of boutique luxury.

Emerald Yacht Emerald Azzurra Balcony Stateroom

Balcony Cabin

Emerald Xara’s Balcony Suites combine elegant design with thoughtful comforts, giving you a private sanctuary at sea. Set across the Observation and Panorama Decks, each suite features a spacious private balcony, the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening stargazing. Inside, you’ll find hotel-style twin or queen beds dressed in crisp Egyptian cotton, a stylish bathroom with a shower and premium toiletries, and all the little touches that make a difference, from plush robes and slippers to complimentary Wi-Fi and daily-restocked bottled water.

Emerald Yacht Emerald Azzurra Yacht Suite

Yacht Suites

The Yacht Suites aboard Emerald Xara offer a truly luxurious escape, positioned at the aft of the Observation Deck with sweeping views from your own private terrace. Inside, enjoy a restful night in a queen or twin bed dressed in fine Egyptian cotton, a spacious walk-in wardrobe, and a stylish bathroom stocked with indulgent toiletries. Thoughtful touches include a welcome bottle of champagne, daily fruit platter, and a fully stocked mini-bar refreshed daily. With complimentary Wi-Fi, a pillow menu, laundered items, and plush robes, every detail has been designed with your comfort in mind.

Emerald Yacht Emerald Kaia Owner's Suite

Owner's Suite

The Owner’s Suites on Emerald Xara are the epitome of elegance, offering the most spacious and luxurious accommodation on board. Located on the Pool Deck, these stunning suites feature a separate bedroom and lounge, a walk-in wardrobe, and a generous private terrace - perfect for soaking up panoramic views of each destination. Enjoy premium comforts like a pillow menu, fine Egyptian cotton linens, and a bathroom stocked with indulgent toiletries. Extras include a welcome bottle of champagne, pre-dinner canapés, after-dinner sweets, and a full mini-bar restocked daily.

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Ship facts

Maiden voyage2027
Guests128
Crew96
Decks7
Width
16
m
Length
120
m
Speed
22
kn

Emerald Xara

The 2027-built Emerald Xara cruise ship (currently under construction) is the fifth newbuild in the Emerald Cruises superyacht fleet. Designed to accommodate 128 guests, the ship introduces innovative features including a flexible Sky Deck that seamlessly transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces, elevated dining venues, a spacious gym for alfresco exercise sessions, and lavish accommodations. It aims to redefine the standards of luxury in the superyacht industry.

Entertainment

Amici Bar & Lounge is the main lounge, offering a vibrant and spacious atmosphere. The Observation Lounge, located at the bow on Deck 4, provides a serene indoor space with breathtaking views. The Observation Sun Deck, also at the bow, features sun beds and a Spa Pool, ensuring relaxation with stunning vistas.
After a dip in the Aqua Pool, enjoy a drink at the Aqua Café while taking in the views

Entertainment

Amici Bar & Lounge is the main lounge, offering a vibrant and spacious atmosphere. The Observation Lounge, located at the bow on Deck 4, provides a serene indoor space with breathtaking views. The Observation Sun Deck, also at the bow, features sun beds and a Spa Pool, ensuring relaxation with stunning vistas.

After a dip in the Aqua Pool, enjoy a drink at the Aqua Café while taking in the views

Activities

Enjoy the marina platform, where you can partake in water activities such as paddleboarding, snorkeling, and kayaking at selected ports. This platform also acts as the launch point for Zodiac excursions off the yacht. For a peaceful retreat, the Observation Deck and lounge provide the perfect spots to relax with a book and take in stunning panoramic views.

Activities

Enjoy the marina platform, where you can partake in water activities such as paddleboarding, snorkeling, and kayaking at selected ports. This platform also acts as the launch point for Zodiac excursions off the yacht. For a peaceful retreat, the Observation Deck and lounge provide the perfect spots to relax with a book and take in stunning panoramic views.
Enjoy swim stops and marina toys from the Marina Platform

Activities

Enjoy the marina platform, where you can partake in water activities such as paddleboarding, snorkeling, and kayaking at selected ports. This platform also acts as the launch point for Zodiac excursions off the yacht. For a peaceful retreat, the Observation Deck and lounge provide the perfect spots to relax with a book and take in stunning panoramic views.

Enjoy swim stops and marina toys from the Marina Platform

Food & Drink

Emerald Xara offers 4 dining venues: La Cucina Restaurant, serving breakfast and lunch buffets as well as a-la-carte dinners; La Cucina Terrace, an outdoor lounge that doubles as an alfresco dining area; Night Market Grill, featuring intimate 8-seat private dining with Asian cuisine; and Amici Bar & Lounge, the main entertainment venue. Dining is complimentary, with soft drinks, beer, and wine (by the glass) included at lunch and dinner.
La Cucina

Food & Drink

Emerald Xara offers 4 dining venues: La Cucina Restaurant, serving breakfast and lunch buffets as well as a-la-carte dinners; La Cucina Terrace, an outdoor lounge that doubles as an alfresco dining area; Night Market Grill, featuring intimate 8-seat private dining with Asian cuisine; and Amici Bar & Lounge, the main entertainment venue. Dining is complimentary, with soft drinks, beer, and wine (by the glass) included at lunch and dinner.

La Cucina

Body & Soul

The Observation Sun Deck at the bow offers sun beds, loungers, and a Spa Pool for ultimate relaxation. Stay active with the gym and exercise classes. The Sky Bar on the Sky Deck is an outdoor poolside bar serving drinks and light bites, with comfy seating, an infinity-style Spa Pool, and three private cabanas for rent.
Work out in an innovative gym that opens up to an outdoor workout space!

Body & Soul

The Observation Sun Deck at the bow offers sun beds, loungers, and a Spa Pool for ultimate relaxation. Stay active with the gym and exercise classes. The Sky Bar on the Sky Deck is an outdoor poolside bar serving drinks and light bites, with comfy seating, an infinity-style Spa Pool, and three private cabanas for rent.

Work out in an innovative gym that opens up to an outdoor workout space!

Treat yourself with a relaxing massage

Body & Soul

The Observation Sun Deck at the bow offers sun beds, loungers, and a Spa Pool for ultimate relaxation. Stay active with the gym and exercise classes. The Sky Bar on the Sky Deck is an outdoor poolside bar serving drinks and light bites, with comfy seating, an infinity-style Spa Pool, and three private cabanas for rent.

Treat yourself with a relaxing massage

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