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The luxury charter experience
We believe that cruise ships are the best venues for any deluxe event.
When you charter a river cruise ship or luxury yacht with Emerald Cruises, you can guarantee exceptional EmeraldVALUE which includes all on-board meals, complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner, all tips, gratuities, and more.
For the ultimate deluxe charter experience, we will deliver complete customization of your cruise with our tailor-made travel options. Whatever the requirements, your guests will delight in a stylish and contemporary charter experience like no other – only with Emerald Cruises.
Why Charter with Emerald Cruises
Whatever the occasion, you’ll find the perfect charter cruise with Emerald Cruises handling every arrangement.
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Our Charters Management Team
Stephanie Deaton
Senior Director, Charter & Incentive Sales
With more than 25 years of experience in corporate and incentive travel, Stephanie brings a strong background in full ship charters, corporate group programs, and strategic partnerships across both luxury and contemporary cruise lines. Her unique insight from both the supplier and buyer sides of the industry positions her to drive growth and elevate the brand’s charter and incentive sales strategy.
Senior Director, Charter & Incentive Sales
With more than 25 years of experience in corporate and incentive travel, Stephanie brings a strong background in full ship charters, corporate group programs, and strategic partnerships across both luxury and contemporary cruise lines. Her unique insight from both the supplier and buyer sides of the industry positions her to drive growth and elevate the brand’s charter and incentive sales strategy.
Aliette Penton
Director of New Business Development, Charter & Incentive Sales USA/LATAM
With 20+ years of cruise industry expertise, Aliette specializes in securing exclusive charters for corporate affinity groups, milestone celebrations, and luxury events aboard 5- and 6-star vessels featuring helicopters and submarines across premier destinations. As Director of New Business Development at Scenic Luxury Cruises & Emerald Cruises, this multi-time industry award winner and "Partner of the Year" recipient leverages her superpower of building relationships to create bespoke experiences for corporate groups and discerning clients celebrating life's most important moments.
Director of New Business Development, Charter & Incentive Sales USA/LATAM
With 20+ years of cruise industry expertise, Aliette specializes in securing exclusive charters for corporate affinity groups, milestone celebrations, and luxury events aboard 5- and 6-star vessels featuring helicopters and submarines across premier destinations. As Director of New Business Development at Scenic Luxury Cruises & Emerald Cruises, this multi-time industry award winner and "Partner of the Year" recipient leverages her superpower of building relationships to create bespoke experiences for corporate groups and discerning clients celebrating life's most important moments.
Enjoy an awe-inspiring river journey or an exciting seafaring adventure
Whether you’re looking to sail the rivers of Europe or Southeast Asia, the coasts of the Mediterranean & Adriatic, or the tropical backdrop of the Caribbean, we provide the perfect private charter cruise.
River cruise charters
Sail Europe and Asia's waterways in the most exclusive way imaginable by chartering one of our stylish Star-Ships. Accommodating up to 180 guests in 90 cabins in Europe and up to 84 guests in 42 cabins in Asia, our award-winning Star-Ships are the perfect setting to wow your clients, staff, friends, and loved ones.
Having exclusive, private access to your own chartered Star-Ship means you can truly enjoy every detail to the fullest, from the innovative on board amenities such as the pool, to the bright, spacious communal areas of the Horizon Bar and Lounge which are ideal for hosting a special champagne reception for your guests.
Yacht cruise charters
Explore the world’s coastlines like never before on board our brand new, innovative luxury yachts – Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara. Our elegant 50 cabin sister-yachts allow for 100 guests and boast unique features including a Marina Platform, Aqua Pool, and Water Sports Boat.
The custom design of our luxury yachts allow us to venture into fascinating ports and harbors usually only accessible to small yachts, giving you access to the hidden gems of each magnificent destination we visit, from the Indian Ocean to the Mediterranean.
Book your private charter
To learn more about how you can charter with Emerald Cruises or to get a quote, contact our Charters Department at 888-887-6729 or email charters-incentives@scenicusa.com
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Learn more about why Emerald Cruises can be the ideal choice for meetings, incentives and charters & events. See details about our fleet, destinations and frequently asked questions.
Group Travel Bookings
For smaller groups that don't require an exclusive full ship charter, we are delighted to offer exceptional deals, rates, and easy booking processes for groups of as few as 10 guests and as much as 50% occupancy across our extensive cruise collection.
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