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SEA PRINCE YACHT CHARTER

25.3m  /  83'   abeking & rasmussen   1953 / 2017.

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The 25.3m/83' 'Sea Prince' motor/sailer yacht built by the German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen is available for charter for up to 8 guests in 4 cabins.

Built in 1953, Sea Prince's bespoke fittings and design ensure guests can explore the ocean's wonders in style and comfort.

Guest Accommodation

Sea Prince offers guest accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 suites comprising a master suite, one double cabin and two twin cabins. The bed configuration includes 2 doubles and 4 singles. She is also capable of carrying up to 4 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

Sea Prince benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, notably air conditioning to keep your comfortable throughout your charter.

Performance & Range

Sea Prince comfortably cruises at 9 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 11 knots.

Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Sea Prince is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Sea Prince Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean.

Experience the magical places, food and experiences of the Mediterranean this summer from the luxury of your own motor/sailer yacht. Sea Prince, her captain and talented crew are ready to make sure that your yachting experience is like nothing else.

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For your relaxation and entertainment Sea Prince has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.

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'Sea Prince' Charter Rates & Destinations

Summer Season

May - September

€22,000 p/week + expenses Approx $24,000

High Season

€26,000 p/week + expenses Approx $28,500

Cruising Regions

Mediterranean Italy

HOT SPOTS:   Amalfi Coast, Sardinia

Winter Season

October - April

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SEA PRINCE (ex Sea Prince II) is a striking 1953 classic sailing yacht, measuring 25.30m (83') and built by the renowned German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen. She was designed by the respected naval architect Philip Rhodes and was refitted in 2017. Accommodation is provided for up to 8 guests in 4 cabins, and there is a crew of 4 on board.

NOTABLE FEATURES: ~ fabulously restored and meticulously maintained classic sailing yacht ~ air-conditioning throughout ~ spacious accommodation ~ lovely alfresco dining area ~ spacious sunbathing area

SEA PRINCE Specifications

During the 2017 refit, many of the yacht’s original parts and fittings, both on deck and on the interior were kept and restored. She is entirely air-conditioned for guests comfort during the entire vacation. She has a fabulous wooden interior, giving her a warm, welcoming and luxurious ambience. Even though she measures 83 feet (25.3m) SEA PRINCE has a considerably large accommodation for a vessel of her size.

The large cockpit offers a fantastic alfresco dining experience with a professional onboard Chef creating the most delicious gourmet meals. The sun deck offers huge sun pads and is ideal for relaxation. The yacht is extremely well taken care of with the crew taking great pride in their work.

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Sea Prince provides accommodation for up to 8 charter guests in four cabins: one master cabin with a large double and ensuite bathroom facilities, own VIP cabin with a double bed, one cabin with two Pullman beds and one twin cabin with two single beds. All cabins and main salon Air Conditioned throughout. The separate crew quarters sleep a crew of 4. All bathrooms feature marble essence.

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1953   Abeking & Rasmussen    83ft  /  25.3m

SEA PRINCE Yacht Charter

SEA PRINCE is actively available for charter.

The luxury sailing yacht SEA PRINCE was built by Abeking & Rasmussen and delivered to her owner in 1953, she later underwent a refit in 2017.

Charter guest accommodation

SEA PRINCE has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 8 charter guests in 4 suites.

The guest cabins comprise a cabin with a twin bed and en-suite bathroom facilities, 2 cabins with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities and a primary suite with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities.

Your luxury charter crew

Your luxury charter on board sailing yacht SEA PRINCE will be managed by the crew of 4 including the captain.

The crew will ensure you have a relaxed and enjoyable charter experience with all of your needs catered for while on board.

The 4 crew have their own separate crew quarters allowing guests to enjoy increased levels of privacy.

Amenities & Entertainment

Amenities on board for the charter guests include Air Conditioning.

An extensive list of further amenities and water toys can be seen under the features and amenities section.

Yacht charter destinations

SEA PRINCE is Currently cruising in the West Mediterranean.

Sample itineraries for the cruising destinations can be supplied by your professional charter broker allowing you to plan your luxury yacht charter vacation in detail.

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How much to charter sea prince.

SEA PRINCE has a weekly charter price starting at €22,000 and an estimated daily charter price of €3,670.

How many guests on board SEA PRINCE?

SEA PRINCE can accommodate 8 sleeping guests on board in 4 cabins.

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SEA PRINCE is a 25.24 m Sail Yacht, built in Germany by Abeking & Rasmussen and delivered in 1953.

Her top speed is 11.0 kn and her cruising speed is 10.0 kn and her power comes from a General Motors diesel engine. She can accommodate up to 6 guests in 3 staterooms, with 4 crew members waiting on their every need. She has a gross tonnage of 96.0 GT and a 6.16 m beam.

She was designed by Philip L. Rhodes , who also completed the naval architecture. Philip L. Rhodes has designed 13 yachts and created the naval architecture for 14 yachts for yachts above 24 metres.

SEA PRINCE is one of 990 sailing yachts in the 24-30m size range, and, compared to similarly sized sailing yachts, her cruising speed is 0.64 kn above the average.

SEA PRINCE is registered under the United Kingdom flag, the 4th most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 902 yachts registered

Specifications

• Name: SEA PRINCE
• Previous Names: SEA PRINCE II
• Yacht Type: Sail Yacht
• Yacht Subtype: Motorsailer , Classic Yacht
• Builder: Abeking & Rasmussen
• Naval Architect: Philip L. Rhodes
• Exterior Designer: Philip L. Rhodes
• Refits: 1965,2000

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Sea Prince, classic motor sailer by Abeking & Rasmussen,  25.3 m – 8 guests – 4 cabins

• CHARTER PRICE PER WEEK FROM:  19.000   €
• LENGTH:  25.3m
• BUILT/REFIT:  1953/2005/2017

EXTERIOR GALLERY

INTERIOR GALLERY

• BUILDER:  Abeking & Rasmussen
• BUILT/REFIT: 1953/2005/2017
• BEAM:  6.1m
• ENGINE: Detroit Diesel (8V71) 330 hp diesel engine
• FUEL CONSUMPTION:  35 l/h
• CRUISING SPEED:  9 knots
• CREW:  Captain + 3
• LOCATION:  West Med (main harbour Naples)
• CHARTER PRICE FROM: 19.000 €
• PRICE PER WEEK LOW SEASON: 19.000 € + vat (Myba terms)
• PRICE PER WEEK MID. SEASON:  21.000 € + vat (Myba terms)
• PRICE PER WEEK HIGH SEASON:   23.000 € + vat (Myba terms)

The 25.3 mt long custom Sail yacht ‘Sea Prince’ was built by Abeking & Rasmussen in Germany and was delivered to her owner in 1953. She has undergone a refit in 2017. This elegant and exclusive vessel’s sophisticated exterior design and engineering is the work of Abeking & Rasmussen. Her exterior is styled by Philip Rhodes.

Accommodation: Sea Prince offers accommodation for up to 8 guests. She is also capable of carrying up to 4 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience. – Master cabin with a large double bed, and en-suite bathroom – 1 VIP cabin with double bed – 1 cabin two Pullman beds – 1 cabin with two beds – All cabins and main salon are equipped with a brand new Air Conditioning system – Separated crew area for Captain + 4 crew – All bathrooms refurbished in marble essence

Construction & Dimensions Sea Prince features a displacement steel hull and wood superstructure, with teak decks. She was built to Lloyds Register classification society rules.

Performance Powered by a Detroit Diesel (8V71) 330 hp diesel engine Sea Prince is capable of a top speed of 12 knots and comfortably cruises at 9 knots when powered by her engine. With her 8,000 litres fuel tanks, she has a maximum range of 3,500 nautical miles at 9 knots. Her water tanks store around 7,000 litres of fresh water. Brand new water maker and new batteries have been fitted. All original Interiors refurbished in 2017.

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Marino Nigro - Captain Marino has many years of experience in sailing with over 50.000 NM in 14 years. His previous working experiences and the seven years as a captain on a gullet 23mt in Greece has sharpened by leadership skills. He has been solely responsible for recruiting crew, maintenance of boat and engines. The captain of Sea Prince is particularly skilled in freediving. Achieved reaching a personal depth of over 40 meters. He has excellent communication skills, enjoys working in diverse environments, he is a team player. The captain will take personal responsibility to ensure a pleasant and safe charter cruise to Sea Prince’s guests. English Knowledge: B2 Valentino Ventiru - Chief Officer Chief Officer of the classic Yawl Sea Prince since 2017, Valentino is able to manage ordinary and extraordinary maintenance of units up to 50 mt. He took part in several oceanic races, he has a great passion for water sports like windsurf and freediving. Valentino’s attitude to get involved in various tasks with success is one of his best features. Enrico Pompeo - Chef The selection of only fresh, seasonal and local products distinguishes Sea Prince chef’s cuisine. Enrico’s passion for creating delicious food ranges from seafood appetizer crustaceans, soutè, croutons, crudites, seafood to first courses (spaghetti or penne rigate) with fish or vegetables or simple passata di Pachino.

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Sea Prince Yacht Charter Rates & Destinations

Winter Season W. Med -Naples/Sicily, W. Med -Riviera/Cors/Sard.

Summer Season W. Med -Naples/Sicily, W. Med -Riviera/Cors/Sard.

Low / High Price €19,000 / €23,000

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SEA PRINCE yacht charter SEA PRINCE is actively available for charter. The luxury sailing yacht SEA PRINCE was built by Abeking & Rasmussen and delivered to her owner in 1953, she later underwent a refit in 2017. | Charter guest accommodation :: SEA PRINCE has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 8 charter guests in 4 suites. The guest cabins comprise a cabin with a twin bed and en-suite bathroom facilities, 2 cabins with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities and a primary suite with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities. | Your luxury charter crew :: Your luxury charter on board sailing yacht SEA PRINCE will be managed by the crew of 4 including the captain. The crew will ensure you have a relaxed and enjoyable charter experience with all of your needs catered for while on board. The 4 crew have their own separate crew quarters allowing guests to enjoy increased levels of privacy. | Yacht charter destinations :: SEA PRINCE is Currently cruising in the West Mediterranean. Sample itineraries for the cruising destinations can be supplied by your professional charter broker allowing you to plan your luxury yacht charter vacation in detail.

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• Builder Abeking & Rasmussen
• Length 25.3 m
• Length 83 ft
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• Destination Campania
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• Cruising speed 9 Knots
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• Stabilizers None
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• - Number of cabins: 4
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Length: 25.04m - 5 cabins

• Shipyard: Abeking & Rasmussen
• Built year: 1953
• Refit year: 2017
• 1 500 000 €

Description

Built by the renowned Abeking & Rasmussen shipyard in Germany and with Philip Rhodes naval design, SEA PRINCE is a graceful and technically superior sailing yacht. She underwent a refit in 2005 followed by a substantial refresh of interiors in 2017 . SEA PRINCE offers accommodation for up to 8 guests and 4 crew to ensure that guests are looked after to a standard befitting this exclusive yacht.

Specifications

• Renovation year: 2017
• Length: 25.04m (82.13ft)
• Beam: 6.15m (20.17ft)
• Draft: 3.90m (12.79ft)
• 8V71 6 cyl. G.M. Diesel
• Cruising Speed: 11 knots
• Maximum Speed: 8 knots

Accommodation

• Number of Guests: 8
• Number of cabins: 5
• Double cabins: 2
• Twin bed cabins: 1
• Stabilisers underway: no
• Stabilisers at anchor: no
• Jacuzzi: no
• Gym/sport equipment: no
• Number of crew: 4
• Fuel consumption: 50 l/h
• Building materials: -
• Yacht location: MED IT VIARREGIO

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Sea Prince is a custom sailing yacht launched in 1953 by Abeking & Rasmussen and most recently refitted in 2005.

Abeking & Rasmussen (A&R) is an esteemed German shipyard with a global reputation for highest quality custom made motor yachts from 45 to 125 metres.

Sea Prince measures 25.3 feet in length.

Sea Prince has a steel hull.

Performance and Capabilities

Sea Prince has a fuel capacity of 9,709 litres, and a water capacity of 5,148 litres.

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Sea Prince accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 cabins.

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Sea Prince flies the flag of British.

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Walk down to the beach at sunset to watch as thousands of glowing rafts are set adrift at O‘ahu’s Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawai’i festival to remember loved ones who are no longer with us. The lanterns are gathered up afterward and cleaned for use another year. May 27

17. Step Into a Picture Book

The Rabbit Hole

Children’s stories come to life at the Rabbit Hole , a new museum in Kansas City, Mo. Within the 40 life-size, book-themed exhibits — from Goodnight Moon to Caps for Sale to Robert the Rose Horse — kids play, touch, climb and, of course, read as much as they want.

18. Explore a Frozen World

Summer is the time to visit the Mendenhall Glacier — a 13-mile-long glacier located outside Juneau, Alaska — and the spectacular blue ice caves that have naturally formed inside.

19. Go Grazy in the Purple Rain House

In August Airbnb is allowing Prince fans to spend a night in the real Purple Rain house in Minneapolis. Guests can listen to unreleased music, browse memorabilia and sleep in the purple basement bedroom — a replica of the one from the 1983 film. Prince bought the home, now owned by his estate, in 2015.

20→23. Line Up For Croissants Gone Viral

20. crookie.

Thuy-Trung Pham

Mania for cookie-dough-stuffed croissants started in Paris earlier this year but has come stateside to Houston’s EaDough . They now offer flavors like birthday cake in addition to chocolate chip but, plan ahead, because they sell out almost every day.

21. Flat Croissant

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A spin on the trend that took off in South Korea earlier this year, the pressed croissants are buttery with a sugary, crunchy exterior. Alexander’s Patisserie in the San Francisco Bay Area offers classic plain and croissants dipped in flavors like mango and strawberry-chocolate.

23. Hot Chocolate Croissant

Lakon Paris Patisserie

At Lakon Paris Patisserie in Newton Highlands, Mass., their edible spiral croissant-cups are filled with sippable dark hot cocoa and topped with sweet whipped cream, mini marshmallows and chocolate pearls.

24. Croissant Cereal

Ashley Coiffard

Lines form early at Brooklyn’s L’Appartement 4F . Their bite-size croissants are painstakingly hand-rolled, coated in cinnamon-sugar syrup and meant to be eaten in a bowl with milk.

24. Do a UFO Road Trip

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The 487-mile loop from Las Vegas runs down Nevada’s Route 375, known as the Extraterrestrial Highway . Shop for souvenirs at the Alien Research Center (a gift shop with a two-story silver alien outside), eat saucer-shaped burgers at Little A’Le’Inn , and drive past Area 51 — the restricted military base that’s rumored to house UFO secrets.

25. Taste a Scene-Stealing Sundae

FX’s The Bear is a love letter to Chicago dining, even if Chef Carmy ( Jeremy Allen White ) is too busy putting out fires in his restaurant to explore the city. During season 2, Chef Sydney ( Ayo Edebiri ) stops by Margie’s Candies , a century-old candy and ice cream parlor, for its classic ice-cream sundae while getting the scoop on the local food scene. (In 1933 late owner George Poulos renamed the store after his wife, Margie Michaels.) Viewers left hungry for season 3 (premiering June 27) can scoot into a booth at the beloved spot or re-create a bit of the magic at home with this sundae recipe.

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Those who watch The Crown will be unsurprised to learn that the interiors of Jonikal , which has since been renamed Isabell Princess Of The Sea by a new owner, are just as lavish as those depicted in the look-alike on the show. Inside, the ship boasts nine staterooms, a formal dining room, bar, office space, swim platform, sun deck, and Jacuzzi. Designed by navel architect Vincenzo Ruggiero in the 1980s, coffered ceilings and dark wood paneling draw inspiration from the Arts and Crafts movement of the early 1900s.

(File) Diana Inquiry Report

In his memoir, Prince Harry remembers his experience on the yacht as idyllic. “There was much laughter, horseplay, the norm whenever Mummy and Willy and I were together, though even more so on that holiday,” he writes. “Everything about that trip to St. Tropez was heaven. The weather was sublime, the food was tasty, Mummy was smiling.”

After the original trip with her children, the princess returned to the boat a second time with just the younger Fayed. According to Vanity Fair , Fayed catered to all of Di’s preferences, even letting her pick the music that played. Reportedly, she opted for tunes by George Michael, Frank Sinatra, and the English Patient soundtrack.

Nearby, a brigade of press boats captured a number of photos of Princess Diana on the yacht, formally immortalizing the vessel. Most famously, Princess Diana was captured sitting alone on the vessel’s passerelle in a now iconic image. According to Boat International , the yacht most recently sold in 2023.

As Robb Report describes it, Cujo, a 65-foot military-style superyacht was once the most famous in the world thanks to her high-profile passengers. In 1997, Fayed reportedly used this smaller vessel to woo the princess.

Lady Diana with sons on holiday in Saint-Tropez

The impressive yacht was originally launched in 1972, commissioned by its first owner John von Neumann. According to Robb Report, Von Neumann hired Italian shipyard Baglietto to build him a boat that was “faster than any other motoryacht on the water.” During its maiden voyage, Cujo had largely achieved this goal thanks to its twin 54-liter V-18 turbo diesel engines, which provided 2,700 horsepower and allowed it to easily hit 46 miles per hour. Von Neumann eventually sold the boat to arms dealer Adnan Khashoggi, who later passed the boat to Dodi Fayed, his nephew.

However, the boat’s story came to a dramatic end last summer, when it sunk off the coast of France, as reported by The Independent . According to a Facebook post from the Gendarmerie des Alpes-Maritimes, a division of the French military, passengers issued a distress call at around 12:30 local time on July 29, 2023. A little under an hour later, a rescue boat arrived, finding the vessel’s bow already partially submerged. “The cabins of the yacht were already flooded, and only a few suitcases located in the kitchen and on the deck could be retrieved by the gendarmes,” reads the statement. The seven passengers who were on board had already evacuated and were safely on a nearby lifeboat. Rescuers and passengers then quickly left the area, as the boat sank 2,500 feet to the ocean’s floor. The cause of the accident was not shared; however, according to Boat International , sources claimed that the ship hit an unknown object floating near the center of the hull.

Though Princess Diana was among the most notable guests onboard, other high-profile passengers hosted by Fayed included Clint Eastwood, Tony Curtis, Bruce Willis, and Brooke Shields. Following the passing of Di and Fayed, Cujo fell into disrepair and decommissioned in 1999. After many years in storage, Fayed’s cousin Moody Al-Fayed purchased the vessel and brought it back to life. He later sold the boat to Simon Kidston, a British car collector and restorer and the last-reported owner of the vessel.

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E merald Cruises' new Emerald Sakara ship brings guests to smaller ports in the Caribbean and Mediterranean, with an onboard marina and the occasional Bravo-lebrity.

With a couple dozen guests looking on, chef Ben Robinson was showing how to slice and dice a fresh red snapper. “You kind of feel him — but you don’t fondle him,” said Robinson, the fan favorite from the Bravo reality show Below Deck, who’s always ready with a quip. As he pulled a perfect filet off the bone, he explained how to salt the fish and that there’s no more important relationship than the one you have with your fishmonger. “My advice is to always be friendly,” he noted. “I like to support my mom-and-pop [businesses]. If you become familiar with them, they’ll say, ‘Hey, I got this in this morning.’”

The cooking demo, which also featured a ceviche how-to and tips on knife sharpening, was one of many “Chef Ben” moments on my trip aboard Emerald Sakara . It’s the newest 100-passenger vessel from Emerald Cruises, which launched in the fall of 2023, a sibling vessel to the Emerald Azzurra .

During an eight-day voyage in March from San Juan, Puerto Rico, to St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, the reality personality was definitely one of the star attractions. Robinson spent several evenings in the galley, creating special dishes such as a panko-crusted veal striploin stuffed with pesto.

He also hosted a well-attended Q&A about his life in the kitchen — and spent plenty of time connecting with fans, many of whom booked the trip specifically to chop it up with Below Deck alum.

“We definitely booked because of Ben,” said Shannon Welnel , a Montana-based travel advisor who had lots of praise for his cuisine — and the yacht-like atmosphere on board the 100-passenger ship. Other guests I spoke with admitted they hadn’t seen much Below Deck, but were intrigued by the chance to chill with a Bravo-lebrity.

Emerald Sakara

• With a max of just 100 passengers, Emerald Sakara feels at times like a private yacht, with no lines and no crowds, and outstanding service from a highly experienced crew.
• Minimalist rooms recall the stripped down aesthetic of Miami Beach or Mykonos, Greece, with pops of color from Missoni Home accents and a sleek-yet-functional bathroom with plenty of storage space.
• While this small ship has but one restaurant and one poolside cafe, there’s plenty of choice when it comes to meals, whether you’re hitting the breakfast or lunch buffet or choosing from the dinner menu.
• The onboard marina, which is open in favorable weather conditions, offers watersports and swimming off the stern of the ship.
• Easy to understand and mostly inclusive pricing covers meals, beverages at mealtime, many tours, and surprisingly speedy Wi-Fi.

The intimate-ship vibe was also one reason the chef wanted to hop aboard. “This definitely has more of a yacht vibe than any other [ship] I've been on,” Robinson told me one afternoon. “A hundred passengers is not a lot,” he said. “I've been on boats with 2,500 passengers, and you really do feel like you're anonymous. But here, the service is great, and you really are treated as an individual and someone important. And you kind of lose that on the big boats.”

While Robinson doesn’t have immediate plans to join another Emerald cruise, he told me that there were plenty of parallels between his life on megayachts and what the Sakara offers its guests. “It’s been incredible,” he said.

I had to agree. The Sakara certainly has much to offer, both in spite of its smaller size and because of it. While it’s available to book by the cabin, like any cruise ship, it still manages to feel at times like a private yacht, particularly when it sails to less-commonly visited ports such as Culebra, on Puerto Rico, or St. Bart’s. In the latter, we dropped anchor near Eric Schmidt’s yacht, Whisper , and had the whole day to explore the glitzy island and its capital, Gustavia. (After a drive around in the morning, I managed to catch the beautiful sunset from the lovely little Shell Beach, right in town.)

“The benefit of being on a small cruise ship like this one is that we can enter small ports and areas where others can’t,” said Robert Kuznin, the captain of Sakara , who previously worked with several cruise lines, including Paul Gauguin, Seabourn, and Virgin Voyages. “For example, when we dropped anchor in Esperanza Bay,” he explained about our stop at the island of Vieques, “there were only two meters under the keel — and that was the shallowest I’ve ever been!”

The ability to go places that larger ships can’t was also on display one morning on St. Kitts, one of the final stops of my trip. It was still early in the morning, but already four mega-ships were docked in Basseterre, the island’s capital. Instead of tying up next to them on the busy cruise pier, we dropped anchor just off the beach in South Friar’s Bay, a long sweep of sand in the island’s southern reaches. There were no crowds to contend with, no paperwork hassles, no touts offering dodgy cab rides. A five-minute tender ride to the beach was all it took to meet our local guide. Time from leaving the breakfast buffet to our first stop? About 25 minutes. Even the most efficient mega-ship would struggle to make that happen — and they can’t drop anchor right off the one of the best beaches on the island. 

Other moments aboard Sakara felt like something out of Below Deck . One afternoon, I made my way to the yacht’s marina, a platform at the stern stocked with lounge chairs, refreshments, and water toys such as a floating trampoline and inflatable sea kayaks. I jumped off the stern into the Caribbean and then tried out the ship’s Seabob, a floating gadget that’s like a cross between a Jet Ski and an electric scooter.

As I continued my joy ride, I could see another vessel anchored just north of us. Turns out, it was David Geffen’s private yacht , Rising Sun . Of course, we were there first.

Here’s a closer look at all the amenities of the Emerald Sakara , which sails seasonally in coastal waters in the Caribbean and the Mediterranean Sea.

The Staterooms

Welcome to your starship: the stripped down, white-and-gray cabins on Sakara feel sci-fi chic, particularly when the accent lighting is switched on. They’re also, thankfully, spacious and super functional, with ample storage space (including a safe), a small minibar, a coffee station, and a clever headboard built-in that’s a great spot for your charging devices and water bottle. Most of the 50 rooms and suites have verandas; ocean-view staterooms are the exception. Bathrooms are just big enough, with plenty of storage, and are stocked with Espa products and a hair dryer. My cabin, 421, was a 300-square-foot balcony suite toward the aft of the ship on deck four: I never once heard noise from the surrounding cabins or in the hallway, though I did occasionally notice sounds and vibrations from the vessel, something that is common on even the largest of ships. A note on power plugs: my stateroom had U.S.-style outlets throughout as well as USB-A charging ports on either side of the bed, a nice touch.

Bars and Restaurants

Because Sakara is smaller than most cruise ships, it can’t compete on sheer volume of bars and restaurants. Still, the food on board is solid. La Cucina is the only true dining room, with both indoor and outdoor seating; it has somewhat limited hours compared to the round-the-clock dining options on bigger vessels. That being said, I certainly didn’t go hungry: a breakfast buffet is complemented by traditional à la minute options such as omelets and pancakes; lunch is also buffet style with a carving station. Dinner is more restaurant style, with options from an ever-changing daily menu plus always available classics such as Caesar salad, shrimp cocktail, grilled salmon, and spaghetti bolognese on offer. (Many dietary restrictions and preferences can be accommodated.)

On my voyage, chef Robinson put together several special plates, including what might’ve been the best dish of the week: a sesame-crusted seared yellowfin tuna with celeriac puree. The Below Deck star also put together a panko veal striploin roulade one night and, another evening, offered a citrus-cured hamachi with, in a touch of molecular gastronomy, “mango spheres.” Elsewhere on board, a poolside cafe, Aqua Café, has quick bites like burgers and flatbreads, as well as sweets and coffee pulled from a Cimbali espresso machine. The cocktails served in the Amici Lounge and the Sky Bar were consistently excellent, mixed by a talented team of pros who’ve previously worked on Seabourn ships and in some of Dubai’s top hotels. One weaker spot was the selection of wine on board: pours at mealtimes are included, but they didn’t rock my boat. A short list of “chairman’s wines,” available at extra cost, included a couple by-the-bottle finds such as 2013 vintage Cristal ($650) and some mid-tier Bordeaux and Burgundy options.

Where Emerald Sakara Sails

Though small, this ship isn’t an expedition yacht. Rather, it’s specifically designed for warm-weather coastal cruising, meaning it spends the lion’s share of its time in places such as the Caribbean and, in the Northern Hemisphere’s summer months, the Mediterranean. My trip aboard was spent entirely in the Leeward Islands of the Caribbean, where passages between ports were short and the seas were often calm. (We did occasionally encounter some swells of up to two meters, or 6.6 feet. I saw many guests wearing medicated patches to prevent motion sickness throughout the trip.) Sakara typically spends a season of several months in a given region, with a variety of cruise lengths offered, ranging from six to 24 days. In 2024, the ship will spend April through November in the Mediterranean. Sakara will return to the Caribbean at the end of the year, through April 2025.

Shore Excursions

Tours off the ship were a strong suit for Emerald, at least on my voyage. Most stops offered a variety of activities, ranging from a simple transfer to a nearby beach to a full-on, multi-hour tour. Usually, I found myself ashore with a very small group of folks — fewer than a dozen — and all the guides Emerald arranged were true pros. Passengers raved about a kayak paddle through the bioluminescent bay on Vieques, something I sadly didn’t try myself. I did, however, enjoy a short guided hike on the island of St. John, to the pristine beach along Salomon Bay, which was all but deserted. The organization of excursions felt flawless to me, thanks no doubt to the crew and shore excursion manager, Pilar Atencio. Worth a mention, too, were Atencio’s detailed briefings on what to expect each day. While these sorts of “port talks'' are common on ships of all sizes, they felt particularly useful on Sakara because of how intimate our groups were; many passengers made a point of attending the pre-dinner talks every night, for info on what to expect about our anchorage, historical background on each island, and detailed info about what each tour offering would entail.

Amenities and Entertainment

Call it small but mighty: Sakara has all the essentials, which is a bit of feat for a ship this size. A cozy spa has wellness and beauty treatments, as well as a small hairstyling and facial studio; morning yoga and stretching are available on deck. The fitness center, with a few cardio machines, a Peloton bike, and a variety of weights and other gear gets the job done. The smallish pool and a top-deck whirlpool were lovely — though I spent most of my time in the ocean: the Sakara ’s marina deck is a key feature, and it was open several afternoons during my trip. It’s like the greatest pool party you’ve ever been to, complete with piña coladas, sea kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and a trampoline, right off the stern of the ship. It is, truly, as much fun as it sounds like, though it is subject to the whims of weather and ocean currents. Also available in some destinations are e-bikes from Gocycle, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis; during my trip, several guests gave them a spin on the island of Vieques. Sakara also carries a ton of snorkeling gear and beach towels, which passengers can borrow whenever they like. In terms of performances, this isn’t the vessel for Broadway-style shows, but guitarist Jamie Ferguson and voyage director Nathalie Millet added plenty of live music to the trip.

Family-friendly Offerings

The youngest passengers I spoke with on my cruise were in their 20s — and they were traveling with their parents. Sakara is perhaps the perfect ship for families traveling with adult children, since it offers such a diverse array of activities to suit different tastes and activity levels, while visiting intriguing destinations. The ship is also intimate enough that everybody can gather easily for meals — or a swim off the stern — without fighting the crowds common on larger vessels. On the other hand, Sakara is probably not the best choice for families with younger children: there’s no kid-specific programming, and you’re likely to be the only ones aboard with little ones. “Emerald Cruises yachts are recommended for people aged 12 and up, and they must be accompanied by and share a cabin with an adult aged 18 or [older],” a spokesperson shared with T+L.

Accessibility

Sakara is probably best described as somewhat accessible: the ship has elevators to all decks and the crew was, on my trip, very accommodating to those with mobility challenges. There are handrails throughout, and bathrooms feature shower grab bars. That being said, several areas of the ship — the outdoor dining terrace, for example — require navigating at least one step even once you’ve reached the deck in question by elevator. “Due to the nature and size of the ships, wheelchairs and scooters are not allowed to be used on board,” a spokesperson told T+L. When the ship is at anchor, it’s only possible to go ashore by tender or Zodiac, both of which could be challenging for those with limited mobility. As Emerald’s FAQ explains: “Guests with limited mobility will require help from a companion, since the crew is limited.” Also of note: many announcements are made only by loudspeaker with no hearing-impaired alternative.

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Cruise ship arrives at New York City harbor with dead whale caught on bow

The 44ft-long whale corpse was an endangered sei whale, which will now be examined to determine how it died

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The incident happened on Saturday, according to local US media reports , and the event is being held by some as further evidence of the unfortunate impact on sea life that large vessels can have.

The 44ft-long whale corpse was an endangered sei whale and was caught on the ship’s bow when it arrived at the Port of Brooklyn, according to a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration fisheries spokesperson, Andrea Gomez.

The boat involved was the Meraviglia, which docked in New York before sailing on a journey to ports in New England and Canada. It is owned by Geneva-based MSC Cruises .

“We immediately notified the relevant authorities, who are now conducting an examination of the whale,” officials with the cruise line said in a statement, who added that the company had regulations in place to avoid collisions with whales and other animals at sea.

“We are deeply saddened by the loss of any marine life,” the statement said.

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