Patrick at Blue Skies Travel-Affiliate of Blue Skies

01/30/2026

Travel Alert - It’s official. Announcing a New Group Trip for Autumn 2027.

Join Patrick & Blue Skies Travel for our inaugural journey on Explora Journeys. A JOURNEY THROUGH OCEAN MISTS & RADIANT ISLAND TRANQUILLITY - US & Canada East Coast & New England.

Ship Name: EXPLORA IV
Number of nights: 10
Group name: BLUE SKIES TRAVEL EO 15OCT27NYC-QUE

Explora Journeys, designed to feel like your own private yacht. Where the world’s finest ships, state-of-the-art amenities and an unmatched list of inclusions redefine the notion of luxury at sea—every detail curated to be unforgettable with European elegance.

Ocean Terrace Suites - Designed to embrace space and light, our 35 sqm (377 sqft) Ocean Terrace Suites offer closeness to the ocean’s rhythm, providing an elevated Home at Sea. Each suite offers generous space with floor-to-ceiling windows and a spacious private sun terrace for alfresco dining and daybed lounging, with an endless sea view

Blue Skies Travel Group Pricing:
Ocean Terrace Suites with Balcony starting at $6380 PP Based on Double Occupancy
Single Pricing $7965

Capacity:
Explora Journeys ships have a capacity of 922 guests at double occupancy.
Explora ships have the feel of small yacht cruising.

Sail from New York City bustle to the pretty lighthouses and craggy shores of Maine, then onwards through the Bay of Fundy to Saint John’s city of markets and maritime history. Relish the serenity of freedom on the waves as we sail to Prince Edward Island’s capital of culture at Charlottetown, then to the windswept sandscapes and red cliffs of the Magdalen Islands. Soak up the scenery in the Gaspé Peninsula, then enjoy onboard rejuvenation before we admire the treasures of Quebec City.

Contact Patrick at Blue Skies Travel
Email me: [email protected]

09/28/2025

My Custom Built Hidden Gems of Ireland Group Tour 🇮🇪 with CIE Tours ~ 12 days, 26 passengers, Sept 1 -Sept 12, 2025. To view the entire trip and additional photos of the locations and photos please switch over to my
Personal FB PAGE.

Departed the United States August 31 and landed at Dublin Airport. Our Journey started here…….Fitzwilliam Hotel. First stop Old Jameson Distillery for a tour and tasting. Then off to GUINNESS Storehouse for many.

It wouldn’t be a trip to Ireland without a first evening visit to a Pub. Off to Sheehan’s Pub for dinner with some of gang.

Day Two- Hill of Slane, Game of Thrones Studio, overnight Belfast and Crown Bar Pub

Day 3 - Carrick-Rede Rope Bridge, Giants Causeway and Harvey’s Point Hotel in Donegal.

Day 4 - Grianon of Aileach, St. Aengus Church

Day 5 - Slieve League Cliffs, Triona Designs, Nancy of Ardara Pub

05/29/2024

Cruise Critics contributor, Jeannine Williamson writes an expert review of the new Emerald Kaia.
In my opinion, Emerald Yacht Cruises - Nobody Does It Better. Contact me, [email protected]. To read the review, click on the link below:

All about the Emerald Kaia cruise yacht, including information about deck plans, dining, cabins and itineraries.

05/29/2024

More about Emerald Cruises New Luxury Yacht, Kaia. To learn more about the new ship, click on the link to watch the Reveal video of the amazing new Kaia.

If you are interested in learning more about the Kaia and Emerald's other two luxury yachts, the Azzurra and the Sakara contact [email protected].

https://youtu.be/0uxC2nq35-4?si=okBMbv0AyafFpMwg

05/26/2024

Emerald Cruises' announces their next-generation superyacht, Emerald Kaia. Their third innovative luxury yacht builds on the spectacular success of the first two and retains the ethos of luxury yacht cruising.
My two sailings on the Emerald Sakara were absolutely amazing. If you are interested in learning more about Emerald Luxury Yachts, contact me at [email protected]

A new chapter in Emerald Cruises' journey begins with our next-generation superyacht, Emerald Kaia. Our third innovative luxury yacht builds on the spectacular success of the first two and retains the ethos of luxury yacht cruising.

Starting in early 2026, Emerald Kaia will welcome you on board to sail from the coastlines of the Mediterranean, Aegean, and Adriatic Seas, to the Seychelles. Bookings are now open

03/20/2024

More about Emerald Cruises Yachts. The Sakara and the Azzurra. Check out the recent review from Cruise Critic. I was on the Skara in December and February. If interested in learning more about these wonderful yachts, please feel free to contact me at [email protected].

Check out Cruise Critic's expert review of the Emerald Sakara cruise ship for the best insider tips on deck plans, cabins, food, entertainment and more.

01/27/2024

A so familiar scene for my trip on the EMERALD SAKARA Dec 16-23. While we were tendering (transporting) over to our land excursion in Martinique, we encountered our fresh delivery of fruit and vegetables headed to our Sakara Yacht. The food is incredible on the ship. To learn more about EMERALD’s Yacht experience, contact me. [email protected]

We pick up the freshest local ingredients wherever we are, so you can enjoy superb dining on our yachts. Today, we’re in St Pierre Martinique loading delicious seasonal fruits and farm fresh vegetables via zodiac straight to the galley. What has been your favourite meal onboard?

01/25/2024

Contact [email protected] for more information on Scenic Luxury Cruises.

12/19/2023

A timely article on the Emerald Sakara. Just read this as I am enjoying my stay on the Sakara. Contact me if you are interested in learning more about the Emerald Cruises Sakura & Azzurra Yachts.

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The 100-passenger yacht is for people who might want a cruise, but not one that comes with 500 passengers, never mind 5,000.

12/19/2023

Emerald’s Sakara Yacht - Wow….what a beautiful ship it is. Small ship cruising at its finest….only 100 guests. Such a treat!
Mediterranean and Caribbean Itineraries that you don’t want to miss.