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Azamara derives its name from the Romance languages – “azur” meaning blue and “mar” referencing the sea, and also from Acmar, the brightest star visible from the Southern latitudes of Greece. As the newest deluxe cruise line in the industry, Azamara offers a delightful cruising experience for discerning passengers. The staff aboard Azamara believes that in a perfect world there would be no tomorrows; no deadlines or schedules – only the sublime present to enjoy. With this in mind, surrender to the moment aboard an Azamara cruise.
With Azamara Cruises, you’ll experience smaller ships and unique destinations. Azamara’s agile ships will allow you to delve deeper into the hidden corners of the world. They’ll take you to over 200 destinations in over 60 countries – including some destinations that most travelers only dream of visiting. Explore the majestic past of Asia, or the history, charm, and culture of Europe. Explore a world of wonder on a Transatlantic journey or witness a feat of engineering genius in the Panama Canal. Or, escape to the Caribbean where you’ll be greeted by turquoise waters and warm breezes. Wherever you choose to go, Azamara Cruises will ensure that you vacation in luxury.
Cruising with Azamara Cruises
Accommodations
Every stateroom aboard an Azamara cruise has been newly decorated to exceed your expectations and ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible. All staterooms on Azamara include complimentary butler service, a daily fruit basket, fresh cut flowers, 24-hour room service, a sweet surprise on your pillow each evening, afternoon canapés, complimentary shoe-shine service, a 23" plasma TV, personal stationery, Elemis bathroom products, two nights of complimentary specialty dining, new European bedding, and complimentary use of binoculars, umbrellas and plush robes.
Inside
Offering a great value without sacrificing comfort, inside staterooms feature two lower beds convertible to a queen size bed, flat-screen TV, refrigerator with mini-bar, thermostat-controlled air conditioning, direct-dial telephone with voicemail, desk, in-room safe, and a hand-held hairdryer. Guests will be provided with all the amenities needed to ensure a relaxing vacation.
Ocean View
Azamara’s Ocean View staterooms offer a panorama window or porthole providing you with a breathtaking view from the comfort of your stateroom. Ocean View staterooms feature two lower beds convertible to queen size, a flat screen TV, refrigerator with mini-bar, thermostat controlled air conditioning, direct dial telephone with voicemail, in-room safe, and a hand held hairdryer. Some staterooms also offer small sitting areas with a sofa bed.
Veranda
Where better to enjoy a view of the ocean and surrounding scenery than from your own veranda stateroom. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors lead out to your private balcony giving you front row seats to breathtaking seascapes. Verandah staterooms also feature two lower beds convertible to queen size, a sitting area with sofa bed, flat screen TV, refrigerator with mini-bar, thermostat controlled air conditioning, direct dial telephone with voicemail, desk, in-room safe, and a hand held hairdryer.
Suites
Experience the luxury of an Azamara suite with additional space and options. A private verandah, guest bathroom and DVD/CD player are only a few of the extras available in these luxury suites. In addition to the regular stateroom amenities you’ll enjoy three nights of complimentary specialty dining (one night in each restaurant), complimentary garment pressing (two items per person upon embarkation), a 23" plasma television, amenity bar, complimentary in-room nonalcoholic specialty coffees, soda and water, expanded Elemis bathroom amenities, afternoon tea service, complimentary bottle of champagne and more. Your suite has also been updated to include all new furnishings, from carpet to fine furniture.
Onboard Activities and Amenities
Theatre
Azamara’s showcase theater features a talented cast of singers and dancers performing some of the most spectacular shows at sea. Marvel at the talent of Azamara’s singers and dancers, as well as any other one of Azamara’s host of variety entertainers, as you are transported to another world. Soft, comfortable seating and Azamara style cocktail service highlight this elegant theatre.
Enrichment Program
For each sailing, Azamara invites a destination expert onboard to enlighten guests on an extensive variety of topics including history, culture, art, food and etiquette, natural sciences, and marine wildlife. Guests can listen in on Azamara’s Lecture Series where they can gain a new perspective on a wide range of topics presented by experienced guides sharing their vast knowledge.
Fitness Facility
Treat your mind and body in Azamara’s state of the art fitness facility, which features floor-to-ceiling windows to provide an amazing view of the ocean. Azamara’s fitness facility is designed to provide you with the tools necessary for a healthy body and peace of mind. Featuring the latest equipment and machines including lifecycles, treadmills, stair masters, and more – transform your state of mind as well as your physique. Or, hire one of Azamara’s personal trainers who will develop a customized program to help you meet your goals. Grab your friends and check out one of Azamara’s fitness complimentary classes including step aerobics, spinning, comprehensive yoga, Pilates and body sculpting.
Spa
Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest offer an enhanced emphasis on spa and relaxation, with treatments many cruise travelers have never experienced. Invigorate your skin with a seaweed massage, stone therapy, or a HydraLift facial in our beautiful Astral Spa. Or treat yourself to a soothing dip in Azamara’s Thalassotherapy pool. Guests staying in Azamara suites can enjoy certain spa services in the privacy of their room. Both ships also offer an outdoor spa relaxation lounge and an aesthetics suite offering services such as acupuncture and tooth whitening.
Acupuncture at Sea
Try out Azamara’s unique Acupuncture at Sea program and indulge in the recovery of balance and harmony between the physical, emotional, and spiritual you. Leave behind anxiety and stress while surrendering to a healing and rejuvenating state of relaxation. Acupuncture is a whole health care system that works to strengthen your immune system and serves to prevent disease and control pain. This is done through the insertion of acupuncture needles at specific points on the body where energy collects. Treatments available are centered on pain management, smoking cessation, weight loss and stress management.
Casino
With European style ambiance and captivating sights and sounds, Azamara’s onboard casino offers excitement for the experienced high roller and those trying their luck for the first time. Try your hand at one of Azamara’s table games from blackjack to roulette, or test your luck at one of many exciting slot machines.
Nightlife
Bring your evenings to life in one of Azamara’s many alluring nightspots. Elegant décor paired with live music make Azamara’s lounges, bars, and clubs the perfect beginning or ending to a memorable evening. Soak up the sounds of a grand piano in the Drawing Room, grab your friends and chat over martinis in Azamara’s Martini Bar, or sip your favorite beverage and dance the night away in the Looking Glass Lounge which features a fantastic view from floor-to-ceiling windows.
Shopping
From fine jewelry and stylish clothing to fragrances and mementos, a wealth of treasures is just waiting to be discovered at Azamara’s signature shops. Make the most of your time ashore with port and shopping highlights shared by Azamara’s onboard guide who will enlighten you with facts, suggestions and tips for your visit to each new port-of-call.
Art Auctions
During Azamara’s art auction, you can sip champagne as you add to your already impressive collection or bid on your first piece. Azamara’s onboard art auctions feature critical commentary by scholars from Harvard, Yale and the National Gallery.
Wireless at Sea
It’s easy to stay connected with your family and friends at home with Azamara’s eConnections. Azamara Cruises features fully wireless ships including staterooms (for a nominal fee), so you can stay connected everywhere. You can even expand your computer knowledge, polish your PowerPoint skills, and learn about digital photography in one of Azamara’s many onboard classes and lectures.
Dining
Dining aboard an Azamara ship is an experience in itself. With two specialty restaurants to choose from, open seating in the Discoveries main dining room and casual dining options, each meal will be truly enjoyable. Menus vary each evening with culinary creations inspired by different regions of travel. For your enjoyment, a selection of wine is available to compliment each dish.
Despite their smaller size, Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest each feature two specialty restaurants. Prime C is an authentic steak and seafood restaurant. Aqualina pairs regional, multi-course Mediterranean-style menus with wine menus. Enjoy casual dining at Windows Café, the Pool Grill or Mosaic Café where you can choose from pizza, burgers and pastas to fresh pastries, chocolates, and many other delectable treats.
Dining should be comfortable and convenient. Azamara wants nothing less for their guests and have therefore implemented a “resort-casual” dress code and 24 hour room service. That way if you don’t have a suit or are back late from an excursion, you have casual dining options at your disposal.
Excursions
An onboard “excursion expert” will not only help guests select shore excursions based on their personal interests, but will also serve as a destination guide, offering information about the culture and history of each port of call.
Cruising with Family
While Azamara does not offer any family or children’s programs, they welcome children and teens who possess a passion for travel, providing a relaxing and enjoyable vacation experience for all of their guests. Please note that children must remain under the supervision of their parents and guardians at all times, as there is no childcare available on board.
Weddings
Have the wedding of your dreams without all the stress of planning it aboard Azamara Cruises. You can create a unique and memorable wedding in the destination of your choice. With Azamara’s touch of understated elegance, you can make your wedding extraordinary with special selections from entertainment, to flowers to photography. After the wedding, you can arrange for a reception unlike any other with all the wondrous touches that you desire.
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