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The Sky Deck has been expanded, now incorporating an internal Sky Lounge, offering guests an open-air experience alongside expansive views. All cabins and suites boast a 10% larger floorplan, offering guests extra comfort through more spacious and contemporary accommodations. There are also enhanced dining venues, and reimagined gym, spa and wellness features.

“Emerald Kaia, with its significant design and amenity enhancements, marks a pivotal expansion for our fleet. It builds on the strengths of Emerald Sakara and Emerald Azzurra, allowing us to offer unmatched superyacht experiences along the world’s most captivating coastlines,” said Scenic Group chairman and founder Glen Moroney.

The marina is now enhanced with an interior lounge, additional water sports offerings and access to swim to the marina from an open-air gym. An expanded Elements Spa caters to those who value wellness as part of their luxurious escape and reflects a broader focus for the brand on nurturing the mind, body and spirit.

Emerald Kaia will set sail in April 2026.

Scenic Group has also unveiled a design update to 18 Scenic and Emerald Cruises luxury river cruise ships across Central Europe and France, reflecting a major investment and ongoing commitment to elevating its fleet. “The comprehensive refresh of the ships’ main deck introduces new layouts, modern furniture and innovative day-to-night features to its lounge and specialty dining spaces. Aligning with the sophisticated design and amenities characteristic of the Scenic Eclipse ultra-luxury discovery yachts and Emerald Cruises’ luxury yachts, the newly enhanced river ships now offer a taste of the group’s ocean cruising experiences,” said the company. 

“The design update of our river fleet integrates the elegance and innovative features of our ultra-luxury and luxury ocean yachts into our river cruise ships, elevating and enhancing the guest experience on board,” said Scenic Group director of project design Karen Moroney.