Thomson Emerald cruise ship has entertained more than a quarter of a million guests during her time at sea, many of whom have come back year after year because of her very special ambience. 2008 will be The Emerald's last season and Thomson want to send her off with a bang - so whether you're a couple, group or a family, you can step aboard for her final farewell.
| Thomson Emerald Vital Statistics |
| CABINS | 500 |
GUESTS | 1,198 |
CREW | 412 |
| TONNAGE | 26,431 |
LENGTH | 182 m |
BEAM | 26 m |
Lifestyle onboard your Thomson cruise ship
Thomson Emerald is a relatively small cruise ship that accommodates around 1,000 guests. She has a warm and friendly atmosphere and a wide range of facilities - so no two days onboard need ever be the same.
Many of Thomson Emerald's crew have worked on the cruise ship for years and offer quality service with a personal touch, which is sure to make your holiday more memorable.
Onboard the cruise ship there are two restaurants, two lounges and five bars - offering great places to eat, drink and relax by day as well as fine dining and sparkling entertainment at night.
What is there to do onboard Thomson Emerald?
For kids aged 3-12, there's an action-packed daily programme of activities in the Kidzone - their own dedicated play area onboard. They're supervised by qualified staff so you can relax and enjoy some time to yourself, while they play and meet new friends.
You'll find Thomson Emerald offers lots of distractions to make your time at sea more pleasurable, including:
- Spa and Beauty Salon
- Gym
- Swimming pool
- Library with internet access
- Shops
- Bars and Bistro
Your evening cruise entertainment
Evenings on The Emerald are lively events, spent in the good company of your fellow cruisers.
There are shows, cabaret, live music, casino and the chance to take part in quizzes and ever popular game shows. You can also dance into the early hours in the Sky Room, the cruise ship's disco bar.
If you'd like a comfortable place to sit and unwind after your day, the resident pianist is usually tinkling the ivories in the Starlight Lounge or the Yacht Club is a stylish place to sit and chat over your favourite tipple.
Dining on The Emerald
Dust off your tux for the weekly Captain's Cocktail Party and Gala Dinner. You can also enjoy a warm and welcoming, formal dining experience, with full waiter service in the Chanterelle Dining Room.
Le Bistro is a more casual affair. It's a self-service buffet offering a selection of delicious dishes and snacks throughout the day and evening. Or, for a small extra charge you can relax over a meal in your cabin, with 24 hour room service.
