Scenic Group is marking its 40th anniversary this October with global celebrations and an ambitious expansion of its river and yacht cruise offerings. The company plans to introduce new luxury Scenic and Emerald Cruises river ships in Europe, India, and Southeast Asia, alongside expanding the Emerald Yacht Cruises fleet and debuting the Scenic Ikon.
Founded in Australia in 1986, Scenic Group has grown into a global travel leader. Founder and Chairman Glen Moroney stated, "Our vision has remained the same—to continually elevate how our guests experience the world." The company prides itself on designing, building, and operating its own fleet, which allows for greater control over the guest experience.
The expansion programme will see Emerald Lumi enhancing river cruises on France's Seine River in 2027, whilst new journeys on India's Hooghly River and the Brahmaputra River are planned for 2027 and 2028, respectively. In Southeast Asia, Scenic Spirit II and III will launch on the Mekong River in 2028.
The yacht expansion includes Emerald Raiya in 2027 and Emerald Xara in 2028, broadening destinations to include the Seychelles. Scenic Ikon will debut in the Mediterranean in April 2028, with its inaugural season also featuring Antarctica.
Throughout October, guests on Scenic and Emerald Cruises are enjoying special events and themed entertainment. Tom Goetter, VP of Oceans Hotel Operations, highlighted these celebrations as a chance to share the Scenic Group story and recognise the dedication behind each journey.
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