Emerald Radiance Review
Emerald Radiance all alone on the Douro. © 2017 Lynne Harty
Overview
The Emerald Radiance launched in 2017 and is the only Emerald Cruises’ ship cruising the Douro. The 292-foot vessel has 10 staterooms located on the first deck and 46 suites located on decks 2 and 3. It carries up to 112 passengers and 37 crew members.
Most cabins on the ship are located in the center of the ship, while the outlying areas are utilized for public gathering areas. Emerald Cruises has made good use of the outer areas of the ship on each deck; so regardless of where your cabin is located, you’ll have one or more of these public areas nearby
Emerald Radiance Staterooms
Windows all around in the Riverview Suite on Emerald Radiance. © 2017 Lynne Harty
There are 8 different stateroom categories aboard the Emerald Radiance. Categories are further differentiated by their relative positions on the ship and their square footage.
Riviera Deck (Deck 1)
- Category F is an Emerald (Standard) Stateroom. There are 4 staterooms available located Midship. This category features a large picture window that does not open. Stateroom size is 153 square feet.
- Category E is an Emerald (Standard) Stateroom. There are 4 staterooms available located Forward on the ship. This category features a large picture window that does not open. Stateroom size is 160 square feet.
- Category D is an Emerald (Standard) Stateroom. There are 2 staterooms available located Forward on the ship. This category features a large picture window that does not open. Stateroom size is 170 square feet.
Vista Deck ( Deck 2)
- Category C is a Balcony Suite. There are 14 suites available located Aft to Midship. Stateroom size is 160 square feet.
- Category B is a Balcony Suite. There are 6 suites available located Midship. Stateroom size is 160 square feet.
- Category R is a Balcony Suite. There are 2 suites available located Aft. Stateroom size is 188 square feet.
Horizon Deck ( Deck 3)
- Category A is a Balcony Suite. There are 18 suites available located Midship. Stateroom size is 160 square feet.
- Category P is a Balcony Suite. There are 2 suites available located Midship. Stateroom size is 170 square feet.
- Category RA is an Emerald Riverview Suite. There are 2 suites available located Aft. Stateroom size is 300 square feet.
- Category SA is an Owner’s Suite. There are 2 suites available located Aft. Stateroom size is 285 square feet.
All staterooms feature flat-panel televisions and infotainment centers, safes, wireless internet access, complimentary bathrobes and slippers, mini fridges, and oversize beds.
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suites include a deck area with a table and chairs.
Emerald Radiance Public Areas
On the Emerald Radiance, you’ll find public gathering areas on each deck.
The Reflections Restaurant is located Forward on the ship on the Vista Deck. This venue serves guests for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and features open seating.
On the Sun Deck, Sky Barbecue provides another dining option with fast food selections in an informal, outdoor atmosphere.
A few other public gathering areas on the Horizon Deck, include the Horizon Bar and The Terrace located at the bow.
Other public areas available on the ship, including a Hair Salon and Fitness Room on the Riviera Deck.
River Cruisers Should Know!
- All staterooms and suites have a river view.
- Onboard bicycles can be reserved for individual shore excursions.
- An elevator for passenger use is available.
- Airport transfer fees, port charges, and gratuities are included on all Emerald Cruises’ Cruises.
- Onboard stateroom power is 220 volts; North American cruisers will require a power adapter.
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