Five Reasons to Choose Azamara for Your Ocean Cruise Holiday

Ocean cruising is a popular way to see the world, waking up to new and incredible destinations daily and enjoying an ever-rewarding onboard experience at sea. However, not all ocean cruises are created equal, and each offers a distinctly different experience. So, what sets Azamara apart?

An Intimate Experience

Azamara’s three small cruise ships make for an intimate cruise holiday. Welcoming roughly 700 guests apiece, there is never a sense of crowds or queues on the Azamara Pursuit, Azamara Quest, or Azamara Journey.

Cruisers will get to know each other with elegant social spaces designed to mingle and share stories of incredible days, and guest can choose to share a meal with whomever they like with no reservations required (nor accepted) in the Main Dining room.

There is a generous space to passenger ratio on board and features resemble an exclusive hotel. Staterooms and suites are designed to be comfortable yet contemporary, and guests will feel at ease in their home away from home, whether it is in their private space or a public one.   

Inclusive Amenities

Cruising can be exceptionally good value, particularly when your fare includes as many amenities as Azamara’s does. Every guest cruising with Azamara can enjoy gratuities, concierge services, non-alcoholic beverages, select alcoholic beverages (including select standard spirits, international beers and wines), a shuttle service to and from port communities (where available), and complimentary self-service laundry – all included.

Guests in Balcony Plus staterooms also receive additional benefits including free internet minutes, laundry service, complimentary specialty dining, priority embarkation and debarkation, and complimentary in-room spirits. On top of these benefits, suite guests also enjoy a butler service and in-suite afternoon tea, as well as onboard credit for those travelling in Club World Owner’s Suites, Club Ocean Suites, Club Spa Suites categories.

Late Stays and Overnights

Many cruise lines dock for the day, and set sail for their next port before the sun goes down. Azamara lingers longer to showcase destinations after dark, when you can see a different side to the places and the people that call them home.

Whether it is an evening stroll under glowing streetlights or lively nights of song and dance, there is something different to discover after sunset. 2020 will see Azamara include over 400 late night departures and overnight stays on their worldwide itineraries. 

Friendly Service

Service standards on board every Azamara voyage is top notch, with professional staff on hand to cater to your every need. Crew are friendly and warm, and are genuinely committed to ensuring you have a pleasant journey.

With a welcoming smile and a knack for knowing your name (and your favourite drink), and less than a 2:1 passenger to crew ratio, there is always a helpful staff member within easy reach - without feeling underfoot.  

Discover Destinations Differently

Thanks to the size of Azamara’s ships, they are able to dock right in the heart of destinations and travel to places off the beaten path that other larger liners can’t include on their itineraries. In destination, shore excursions are designed to bring destinations to life. 

Enjoy visits to signature sights and landmarks, delve deeper with specialised local experiences that connect you with people and places, and be wowed by a signature AzAmazing Evenings event on most voyages. With some local immersions capped at just 26 guests, and a collection of experiences to suit a wide range of interests, you can discover destinations differently (and the way you want) with Azamara.