Emerald Cruises has confirmed it is launching a second luxury superyacht. Work on the new Emerald Sakara, a sister ship to Emerald Azzurra, is already underway and earmarked for debut in early 2023. The 110-metre yacht will begin operation in a new destination for Emerald Cruises – the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean.

LXR Hotels & Resorts will add the Seychelles to its growing global presence in early 2021. Hilton’s independent collection of luxury properties operating under the brand plans to open Mango House Seychelles on Mahé island in early 2021. It will be the fourth Hilton managed property in the destination.