Scenic Group Names Respected First Responder and Celebrated Travel Advisor Toni Day, as Godmother of Emerald Astra Scenic Group honors Toni Day’s service at Ground Zero and her decades of leadership in travel, as Emerald Astra ushers in a new era of Emerald Excellence
Hollywood, FL (October 8, 2025) - Scenic Group proudly announces that respected first responder and standout travel advisor Toni Day, has been named Godmother of Emerald Astra, the newest Emerald Star-Ship in the Emerald Cruises fleet. The christening ceremony will take place in Amsterdam, Netherlands in May 2026, marking a milestone moment for Scenic Group as it continues to expand and elevate both its Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises & Tours brands. A Life of Service and Dedication Before launching a successful career in travel, Toni dedicated more than 25 years to public service with the New York City Fire Department, where she rose to the rank of EMS Deputy Chief. From 1980 to 2006, she served as a Paramedic, ultimately leading teams through some of the most challenging moments in the city’s history. She was stationed at Ground Zero during the Rescue and Recovery phase following the September 11th attacks – an experience that has shaped her life and inspired her commitment to community, resilience, and compassion. A Global Travel Leader In 2004, Toni founded Toni Tours, Inc., a boutique agency specializing in luxury ocean and river cruises. Over four decades in travel, she has become one of Scenic Group’s top global sellers, curating her signature “Adventures with Toni Tours” journeys and personally visiting more than 120 countries across all seven continents. She continues to champion the travel community as a Special Event Coordinator for the North Florida ASTA Chapter and has been recognized with prestigious honors, including ASTA’s Barbara O’Hara Advocacy Award and Nexion’s Circle of Excellence for three consecutive years.