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Azamara Quest

Former names: blue moon (pullmantur), delphin renaissance, r7, r-seven (renaissance cruises).

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• Barcelona (Spain)
• Cape Town (South Africa)

Azamara Quest current position

Azamara Quest current location is at West Mediterranean (coordinates 37.59526 N / -0.98278 W) cruising en route to ESCAR, CARTAGENA. The AIS position was reported 5 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of Azamara Quest

Azamara Quest current cruise is 7 days, one-way from Lisbon to Barcelona . Prices start from USD 2389 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary starts on 15 Apr, 2024 and ends on 22 Apr, 2024 .

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Azamara Quest Itineraries

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The 2000-built (as "R-Seven"/R7) Azamara Quest cruise ship is the second of all four identical R-Class ships in the Azamara fleet - together with Azamara Journey , Azamara Pursuit and Azamara Onward (Pacific Princess) .

The vessel (IMO number 9210218) is currently Malta- flagged (MMSI 256216000) and registered in Valletta .

History - construction and ownership

Azamara Cruises was a fully-owned subsidiary company of RCG-Royal Caribbean Group until 2021. Founded in 2007 as "Azamara Club Cruises", the company was rebranded in 2009 (Azamara Cruises) and 2019 (Azamara). Azamara ships were originally built as R-Class vessels for Renaissance Cruises (1989-2001 defunct ).

In January 2021, Azamara's parent company RCG-Royal Caribbean announced an agreement to sell the brand for USD 201 million (~EUR 165,8 M / ~GBP 147,6 M / carve-out transaction) to Sycamore Partners. Sycamore Partners acquired the entire company and its 3 ships, plus all the associated intellectual property rights and goodwill. The all-cash transaction was closed in 2021-Q1. Sycamore Partners (shipowner) is a 2011-founded, NYC -headquartered private equity firm with USD 15+ billion in capital and assets under management. Among the largest of the Sycamore Partners-owned companies are Belk Inc (department store chain), Talbots (retailer of clothing-shoes-fashion accessories), Nine West Holdings (designer and wholesaler of branded clothing-shoes-accessories) and Staples Inc (office retailer).

The 694-passenger ship Azamara Quest was formerly sailing as R Seven (Renaissance), Delphin Renaissance (Cruiseinvest), and Blue Moon (Pullmantur). The vessel was renamed to “Azamara Quest” in 2007 when joining Azamara's fleet.

In 2001, the original vessel’s owner Renaissance Cruises ceased operations due to liquidity. The vessel was launched in 2003 to be operated under charter by Delphin Seereisen under the name “Delphin Renaissance”. In 2006, Pullmantur bought the ship and renamed it to “Blue Moon”. In 2007, Pullmantur’s owner RCCL (Royal Caribbean) transferred the ship to its new subsidiary company “Azamara Cruises” and renamed it to “Azamara Quest”.

Onboard Azamara Journey passengers can find out why Azamara services are one of the best in the world. The award-winning boutique ship amazes with lots of dining options, an unforgettable spa, and wellness facilities, friendly staff always in place to help passengers and destinations that guests would love to visit.

On March 30, 2012, a fire stopped Azamara Quest, while transporting one thousand passengers south of the Philippines. Five crew members were injured in the accident, a day after the ship left Manila for Sandakan, Malaysia.

Azamara Quest's drydock in Singapore (April 2016) was a 20-day project that resulted in numerous refurbishments and upgrades , as well as a technology overhaul. The ship's new "Pervasive Wi-Fi" system now provides faster Internet connectivity shipwide. Interactive HDTVs in all staterooms feature new options line live TV, movies on demand, activities schedule (lecturers, shows, etc), weather updates, navigational-itinerary-port information. Passengers can book shore excursions through their TVs, as well as to order room service. In the Inspiration Center (Deck 4) guests can plan their next Azamara voyage by a 98-inch touchscreen to learn about future sailings and the call ports. In The Drawing Room and Living Room passengers can use interactive tabletops to send digital postcards, design their own art (by a Scribble app) or surf social media websites.

Decks and Cabins

Azamara Quest staterooms (361 total, in 24 grades) include 44 Suites, 199 Balcony, 94 Oceanview, 26 Inside. Handicap/wheelchair-accessible cabins (for disabled passengers) are only 5 (2x Balcony, 2x Oceanview, 1x Interior). A total of 241 staterooms have private, step-out balconies. Most cabin balconies are sized 45-60 ft2 / 4-6 m2. The largest accommodations are the World Owners Suite (600 ft2 / 56 m2 plus 215 ft2 / 20 m2 terrace).

The boat has 11 decks , of which 9 are passenger-accessible and 6 with cabins.

Four elevators (2x Forward and 2x Aft passenger lifts) interconnect all decks.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

For a small ship, Azamara Quest features plenty of options for each meal. The passengers are also encouraged to explore local cuisine when onshore. The line plans to add a complimentary tapas bar when the ship goes into dry dock in 2016. Overall, the food onboard is quite good. There are rotating themes in the buffet. The main dining room pampers with an entree salad every night.

Follows the complete list of Azamara Quest restaurants and food bars.

• Discoveries Restaurant (aft Dining Room, complimentary, with waiter service, open seating Breakfast 8:00 - 9:30 a.m., Lunch 12:00 - 1:30 p.m., and Dinner 6:00 - 9:30 p.m.)
• Pool Grill (lunch-only casual dining restaurant with the fast food menu, made-to-order - pizza, pasta, burgers, fries, salads; complimentary)
• Windows Cafe (complimentary buffet restaurant; has indoor seating and portside/starboard terraces; open between 6:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.; offers early, buffet and late breakfast, buffet lunch, afternoon tea, and casual dinner)
• Aqualina (dinner-only specialty restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine and seafood; offers free dining for Club Suite passengers; reservations recommended)
• Prime C (dinner-only specialty restaurant with seafood and steakhouse menu; operates at surcharge, but it’s free of charge for “Club Suite” guests; outside the Prime C there is a Wine Cellar with 8000+ bottles collection; hosts the Wine Corner evening events and offers wine-tastings and private dinner arrangements).

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

Because the ship focuses very much on destinations, Azamara Journey does not have as many daily activities as passengers might find on mainstream cruise ships. There are a couple of trivia sessions each day and some other pastimes, such as origami and Bridge.

Other amenities include 24-Hour Room-Service, Internet/WiFi, Laundry/Self-Serve Laundromats. The Quest ship is not recommended for families with kids.

Follows the complete list of Azamara Quest lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.

• Le Boutique (duty-free luxury shop for bags, gifts, brand jewelry)
• Cabaret Lounge & Bar (theatre and main show lounge for musical and show productions, cabaret performances, comedy acts; hosts the “AzAmazing Evenings” enrichment program; serves as a nightclub in the evenings)
• Casino Luxe (also served as sports bar) was removed in 2019, replicating “The Den” of Azamara Pursuit - a newly designed gift shop. 6 new Ocean View Staterooms were also added. The lively lounge is equipped with a piano, a lengthy bar, comfortable seating, and light “live” music in the evening. “The Den” also has a concierge desk with destination-focused travel experts. Azamara Quest’s gift shop provides an immersive shopping experience, with a variety of electronics, jewelry, perfumes, and cosmetics.
• PhotoShop (photo-video services, accessories, equipment)
• The Quest shop (convenience goods store)
• Indulgences (luxury boutique shop)
• Mosaic Cafe (complimentary patisserie & bar; in the evening becomes a nightclub with live music - Mosaic@Night)
• Discoveries Lounge & Bar (Martini Bar)
• Thalassotherapy Pool (salt water pool, part of the Spa complex; with water jets; operates at a surcharge)
• Hair salon (Beauty Salon offering hair and barber services, manicure, pedicure, massages)
• Astral Spa (wellness center featuring Elemis Spa products and treatments)
• Gym (starboard Fitness Room with panoramic windows and modern equipment; also hosts various complimentary group classes)
• Acupuncture Room (serviced by NCCAOM certified acupuncturists)
• eConnections (24-hour Internet computers room)
• Pool area (with an outdoor swimming pool, 2 Whirlpools, poolside bar, loungers, Tennis tables; served by Grill station; hosts themed pool deck parties)
• Sunset Bar (outdoor bar; serves the Windows Cafe terrace area)
• Looking Glass (observation lounge & bar with panoramic windows, sculptures made of Murano glass, comfortable leather sofas; in the evenings becomes a nightclub; serves afternoon tea with sandwiches, pastries, champagne - complimentary)
• The Drawing Room (library)
• Sun Deck (open-air area with sun loungers)
• Shuffleboard (Deck Games playing area)
• Jogging/Power Walking Track.

Itineraries

Azamara Quest itinerary program is based on Caribbean cruises leaving mainly from Miami FL, voyages to Asia (with departures from Singapore ) and Europe (Baltic Sea and the Mediterranean). When changing regions, the ship offers repositioning sailings through Suez Canal and Transatlantic crossings.

Following the Coronavirus crisis, in late-April 2021 Azamara announced plans to restart operations with Azamara Quest and a mini-season in the Eastern Mediterranean (August 28 thru October 2). For the ship were scheduled a total of 5x B2Bs (back-to-back) "Country-Intensive Voyages" and 1x "Classic Mediterranean Voyage" - all 7-night itineraries.

• The program was opened for booking on May 11th and featured a total of 18x late-night port stays (in Heraklion Crete , Rhodes Island , Santorini Island ), also visits to Mykonos Island and Cyprus (Limassol) .
• All cruises planned for the fleetmates Journey and Pursuit were suspended through September 2021.
• Prior to the Aegean-Mediterranean mini-season, Azamara Quest was drydocked in Cadiz Spain .

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As an R-Class (Renaissance) vessel, Azamara Quest has sisterships also in the Oceania Cruises fleet - Insignia , Nautica , Regatta , Sirena .

Azamara's ship Quest was ordered and operated as "R Seven" by the Renaissance Cruises in the period 2000-2003. After the Renaissance line's bankruptcy in 2003, the vessel was operated by Delphin Kreuzfahrten under the name Delphin Renaissance (2003 to 2006) and by the Royal Caribbean's Pullmantur line for a year under the name "Blue Moon" (2006-2007).

The vessel is powered by four WARTSILA marine diesel engines (model 12V32E). Its propulsion consists of 2 propeller shafts and 2 fixed pitch propeller (FPP).

Azamara ship Quest is a mid-sized vessel and that is a big part of her charm. In 2012, Azamara Club spent USD 10 million to refurbish the Quest ship with new equipment in the fitness center, new chaise lounges on the pool deck, design changes in the Windows buffet restaurant, new furniture and carpets in public areas. This vessel's small size gives it the opportunity to call lesser-visited ports located in many exotic destinations.

In 2015, both Azamara ships (Quest and Journey) were featured in the UK TV’s travel documentary “Cruise Ship Adventures with Nigel Marven”.

In March 2017, Azamara Quest visited Havana Cuba as part of 13-night Miami roundtrip itinerary (themed "Hemingway Hideaways"). The Cuban voyage included port stops in Key West FL, Tampa FL, New Orleans (2 overnights), Cozumel Mexico and Havana (overnight).

Azamara Quest refurbishment 2016 review

The ship's drydock 2016 refurbishment (April 1-22, done in Singapore ) resulted in the following deck plan changes:

• The boat's old dark interior decor (woods, carpets, upholstery) was changed with a lighter scheme with muted tones of beige, brown, gray, ecru (light greyish-yellowish brown).
• Large touch screen displays were installed in several areas around the ship. They allow passengers (for free) to send digital postcards, explore world atlas maps and also provide Azamara Cruises itineraries and ports of call information.
• Two new Club Spa Suites were built in the place of the eConnections (computer room, located portside on Lido Deck 9). Also on deck 9 was added The Patio (outdoor grill / BBQ restaurant).
• On Deck 10 was added The Living Room (forward-location observation lounge & bar, disco nightclub) replacing the Looking Glass Lounge.
• Many public areas were re-furnished (incl Looking Glass, Patio Grill, Sunset Bar).
• Upgrades and renovations received the restaurants Prime C, Aqualina, Windows Cafe (buffet). The Sanctum Spa (formerly Astral Spa) complex was redesigned and expanded.

All cabins and suites were renovated with new carpeting and wall covers, fabrics, furniture, shelving, curtains, luxury bedding sets (pillows, duvets), new lighting and smart HDTVs (interactive system). All staterooms were upgraded with bigger coffee tables. Bathrooms were redesigned to be more space-efficient. Quality wood elements were used throughout all staterooms. Additionally, all high-grade Suites were updated with new modern furniture, dining tables, drapes, media consoles, and sound systems.

There was a plan the Lido Deck’s Sunset Bar (aft on deck 9) to be replaced by a new specialty restaurant (named Kibo) with Asian-themed cuisine. However, the line later decided to keep the popular day bar and only to upgrade it. The refurb plans for the Asian restaurant plus an outside seating area for the Windows Cafe (buffet restaurant) were officially canceled.

The onboard Wi-Fi coverage was upgraded to shipwide (via “Pervasive Wi-Fi” system). The new Interactive TV system (in all cabins) offers movies on demand, live TV programming, onboard event schedules, weather updates, itinerary/port information. The system also allows shore excursion booking through the TV, as well as room service ordering.

The ship's 2016 refurbishment project cost USD 25 million.

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Activities & entertainment

• Dance Classes
• Enrichment Lectures
• Fitness Center
• Fitness Classes
• Hot Tubs (2)
• Jogging Track
• Shuffleboard
• The Drawing Room
• The Living Room
• The Sanctum Spa *
• The Sanctum Spa Terrace
• Cabaret Lounge
• Live Nightly Music
• Onboard Movie Screenings
• The Patio - Casual
• Windows Café - Casual
• Discoveries Bar - Cocktail Bar
• Mosaic Café - Coffee Bar
• Discoveries Restaurant - International
• Aqualina Specialty Dining - italian *
• Swirl & Top - Low Fat Yogurt
• Pool Bar - Pool Bar
• Sunset Bar - Pool Bar
• Prime C Specialty Dining - Steakhouse *
• Excellent 34
• Very Good 20
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• English ( 70 )
• German ( 1 )

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Azamara Quest cruise ship facts

• 2000 launched
• 2016 refurbished

Azamara Quest has outstanding shore excursions and overnight stays in port. What’s more, this small cruise ship also has five great restaurants.

In this review

• Azamara Quest FAQs
• Our review ratings
• Azamara Quest deck plan
• About Azamara Quest
• Food on Azamara Quest
• Azamara Quest nightlife
• Staterooms and suites
• Azamara Quest shore excursions
• Azamara Quest activities
• Azamara Quest inclusions
• Azamara Dress code
• Who sails on Azamara Quest?
• Review conclusion

From the moment you step on board Azamara Quest you’ll notice the difference; there’s a genuine sense of warmth among the staff. Combine that with great food, not to mention the small-ship advantage of visiting hideaway ports with overnight stays, and the scene is set for a great cruise.

Indeed, being small makes Azamara Quest easy to get around. The deck plan is intimate, but never crowded. In spite of its size Azamara Quest also has a surprisingly large variety of dining options and bars. However there are things worth knowing, like how the accommodation you choose can change the cruise experience. 

• Outstanding shore excursions.
• Overnight stays in port.
• Great food.
• Friendly staff.
• Some might not like aspects of the accommodation.

Is Azamara Quest luxury?

Azamara can be considered a luxury cruise line. It has very good food, friendly staff and up-market, resort-style amenities.

Does Azamara have formal nights?

No, there are no formal nights on Azamara cruise ships.

What is the average age on Azamara Quest?

Most of the guests on Azamara Quest range in age from 35 to 75-years old.

Are drinks included on Azamara Quest?

Yes, non-alcoholic and a limited selection of alcoholic beverages are included. Additional alcoholic drinks are covered by premium beverage packages.

Does Azamara Quest included gratuities?

Yes, gratuities are part of your cruise fare.

The Azamara Quest deck plan is easy to get around. There are a total of 8 passenger decks, the highest of which is deck 11.

• Reception : Deck 4
• Accommodation : Decks 4 to 9
• Main dining room : Deck 5
• Theatre : Deck 5
• Observation lounge : Deck 10

Azamara Quest is an R-class cruise ship that was built in France in 2000. It sailed for the ill-fated Renaissance Cruises until 2001, then entered service for various other companies before joining Azamara Club Cruises (as the cruise line was then known) in October 2007.

Azamara Quest is small enough to slip into rarely visited ports, yet big enough to cross vast oceans. It is 180 m. / 593 ft. long with room for 686 guests (double occupancy). 

Azamara Quest was refurbished in 2016, although some public areas (like the boutiques) have been updated more recently. The decor is modern and smart, yet it retains a classic elegance.

The food on Azamara Quest is delicious. What’s more, there are five restaurants to choose from including a main dining room, a buffet, a poolside grill and two speciality venues. There is also a cafe for light bites.

The Italian-inspired Aqualina has tasty Mediterranean Sea Bass with Sauté of Shrimp, Calamari & Scallop. We rate the Prime C steakhouse as the best restaurant on board. It serves excellent cuisine including Crab & Lobster Cake with Pineapple-Papaya Salsa & Fennel-Aioli as well as a succulent Chateaubriand.

The Discoveries Restaurant is the main dining room. The menu spans the globe with dishes like Thai Tom Kai Gai,  Zagreb-style Pork Steak and Baked Cornish Hen. We enjoyed al fresco dining at The Patio ; especially the mouthwatering Seared Red Snapper with Saffron Rice, Caper & Lemon Butter Sauce. The Windows Cafe has a casual buffet, with seating indoors or on the aft-facing terrace. It’s a lovely venue, but that said the food was not always impressive. Light bites are available in the popular Mosaic Cafe on deck 5. 

The nightlife on Azamara Quest is tailored for small-ship cruising. Unlike larger ships the entertainment experience is intimate, but there are also fewer entertainment options. That said, we really enjoyed the resident pianist who played in Spirits bar each night. He added a great vibe to the place.

There are cast shows in the Cabaret Lounge most evenings. Though on my review voyage these shows were mostly underwhelming, in spite of the talent of some cast members.

A three-piece band and vocalist also perform sets in The Living Room on deck 10. They are great fun and on my voyage were enormously popular! You can request songs or just settle in and enjoy the nightly play-list.

The Azamara Quest nightclub opens late in the evening with a D.J. who plays until the small hours.

The staterooms and suites on Azamara Quest were refurbished in 2016. They are decorated in tones of cream and charcoal, with sparkling chrome highlights.

The cheapest rooms onboard are Interior Staterooms . These do not have a view, but they are nonetheless comfortable. Azamara Quest also has Ocean View Staterooms with a porthole or picture window. However the view from some of these rooms is obstructed by lifeboats.

Most guests stay in Veranda Staterooms . They are modest in size, but have a comfortable bed as well as a good sized veranda. It’s worth noting that the bathrooms in these staterooms have been remodelled, although they retain a shower curtain which is prone to leaking.

You can upgrade the Veranda Stateroom experience by choosing a Veranda Plus option. The room itself is identical, but you get perks like internet, laundry and specialty dining inclusions. There is also priority embarkation and debarkation, not to mention complimentary in-room spirits.

However, luxury cruisers are sure to prefer one of Azamara Quest’s suites. We stayed in a Continent Suite on our Azamara Quest review voyage and loved the big veranda, not to mention the designer bathroom. There are also Spa Suites , Ocean Suites and Owner’s Suites , all of which have separate bedrooms and living areas.

However, perhaps the best thing about staying in a suite is the butler service. The butlers can book restaurants and shore excursions, plan an in-suite party, serve afternoon canapés, or even pack luggage. We think the butler service is a real treat.

Destination experiences are what make Azamara Cruises truly unique. Indeed, the shore excursions on Azamara Quest are among the best at sea. They are highly curated, often small group, explorations designed to give you a genuine introduction to the local culture.

There are rickshaw rides to local markets, guided tours of religious sites and speedboat jaunts to white-sand beaches, just to name a few. On my review voyage I climbed on board a Land Rover for a trip to the UNESCO listed Rice Terraces of Bali, Indonesia. It was an incredible travel experience made more so by a visit to a small village where an old woman cooked sweet Indonesian treats for us.

Azamara Quest has more activities than you might expect for a ship of its size. Among the most popular of these is the White Night party; a fantastic meal is served al fresco on the pool deck with live entertainment and later, dancing. The AzAmazing Evening is also not to be missed. This signature event takes guests ashore to experience a night of local culture. We were treated to a spectacular performance at the at Binh Quoi Village in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

There are more typical shipboard activities as well, including lectures from guest speakers, wellness seminars, bridge, trivia, ping pong and darts. Other activities include dance classes, a free Captains Welcome Toast, jewellery making and fashion shows. Also, books can be borrowed from the ornate library.

There are also get-togethers for friends of Bill W and Dorothy, as well as solo cruisers. They are great ways to strike up new friendships. All these activities are posted in The Insider newsletter each day.

An Azamara Quest cruise has more inclusions than comparable cruise lines. Gratuities are included, so too are most meals,  as well as wine and non-alcoholic beverages.

Signature events like the AzAmazing Evening and White Night party are also included in the cruise fare.

A free shuttle bus service is also provided between the port and downtown.

In addition, there is a free self-service laundry. Although guests staying in Veranda Plus staterooms and Suites get a free laundry allowance.

It’s worth noting that speciality dining and internet access are not included, unless you stay in a Veranda Plus Stateroom or Suite.

Also, premium beverage packages are available for purchase. These let you enjoy a wider selection of alcoholic drinks.

Azamara Quest has a resort-style dress code – think friendly yet sophisticated. 

During the day guests wear shorts, jeans and T-shirts. However, it’s worth remembering that tank tops, baseball caps, bathing suits, shorts, and torn/distressed jeans can’t be worn in any of the restaurants.  

In the evening the Azamara Quest dress code is still resort-style, but on my voyage most guest dressed more smartly; usually slacks and a shirt for men, or slacks or a skirt, and a blouse for women.

There are no formal nights on Azamara Quest.

Azamara Quest has a loyal following. Indeed, on my review voyage there were lots of return guests.

Most of those guests are aged from 35 to 75-years old. In fact, Azamara Quest is not child-friendly; there are no activities for children.

The majority of guests come from the USA, but there are usually Britons, Canadians and Australians on board as well.

Azamara Quest is gay-friendly.

With overnight stays and outstanding shore excursions, Azamara Quest is ideal for those with a passion to explore. What’s more, this small cruise ship goes places others don’t. Combined with excellent dining and a friendly on board atmosphere, it makes Azamara Quest a great cruise experience.

The author sailed as a guest of Azamara .

About the Author: Jason Kerr

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Cabins are way too small for my wife and I. We are Seabourn devotees. Please keep the reviews coming as we enjoy reading them

Just returned from a cruise on the Azamara Quest 1/7/23 Love every minute of it Especially the evening in Ephesus Excellent food service and atmosphere.

Glad you enjoyed your cruise Sue.

Kind regards Jason Kerr Managing Editor

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Like its sister ship, the  Azamara Journey , Quest appeals to travelers seeking an intimate, relaxed atmosphere. According to recent cruisers, the 702-passenger vessel is small enough to provide individualized service (thanks to its excellent crew-to-passenger ratio) but large enough to offer seven dining venues, including two specialty restaurants. The ship underwent a refurbishment in 2021; the remodel added modern amenities, furnishings and European linens. There are now a number of large staterooms and suites with verandas, so guests can get picturesque views while sailing.

The ship's staterooms include flat-screen TVs, minibars and 24-hour room service. Suites offer additional perks, such as 240 free internet minutes and complimentary seating at the ship's specialty dining restaurants. Cruisers can also spend time at the spa and fitness facilities, which previous passengers described as modern and comfortable.

Onboard entertainment includes seminars and wine tastings, among other enrichment programs. At night, passengers can sip cocktails in The Den lounge. On top of all that, itineraries that are seven or more nights include a complimentary night experiencing local culture in a port, known as AzAmazing Evenings.

Azamara Quest's itineraries feature stops across the Mediterranean, Europe, Africa and South America. 

Pros & Cons

Refurbished in 2021

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• Expert Rating » 4.0
• Traveler Rating » 4.3
• Health Rating » 3.5

Azamara Quest ranks # 1 out of 4 Azamara Cruise Ships based on an analysis of expert and user ratings, as well as health ratings.

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Comfort is King on the Azamara Quest

Staterooms and suites — most with verandahs — aboard the Azamara Quest are luxurious and spacious with wonderful amenities. You can look forward to luxurious sheets, terry bathrobes and slipper, fresh flowers, a tote bag, a welcome fruit basket, and more. Friendly, attentive staff will ensure your cruise is amazing, and you’ll never feel crowded or rushed. The Sanctum Spa aboard the Azamara Quest offers so much more than facials and massages — although you can enjoy hot stone therapy with an ocean view. Acupuncture treatments, body sculpting, and even teeth whitening, are on the menu. Speaking of which, the Azamara Quest amazes guests with dining choices. From casual dining to specialty restaurants to room service, you can get just about anything. Prime C cooks up exquisite steaks while Aqualina serves contemporary Italian dishes, and the Wine Cellar offers tasting galore.

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Entertainment & Attractions

• Looking Glass Lounge
• The Cabaret Lounge
• Discoveries Lounge
• Poolside Parties

Floor-to-ceiling views and Murano glass lighting set the mood for this elegant evening club featuring live music or DJs spinning favorite hits. Head to the dance floor, or settle in at the beautiful bar where you will be impressed by the bartenders' mixology skills. Occasionally the Looking Glass features special local dance and musical troupe performances. This venue also pays host to culinary classes and other onboard demonstrations.

Enjoy live performances of professional full-stage musical revues, classical soloists, bands, and other entertainment in a cabaret nightclub with a full bar and cozy tables. You could see as many as three distinctly different shows while onboard.

Located just outside the main restaurant, this congenial bar is a favorite gathering place for pre- and post-dinner conversation and drinks. Bar service includes a full selection of fine wines, mixed drinks, and premium spirits, plus the entertaining banter of the friendly bartenders.

Don't think of missing Azamara's famous poolside buffet and party, held at least once on every cruise. Colorful décor and linen-draped tables, a fabulous buffet feast, and boutique wines - on the house - make this an event like no other. Dance late into the night as the live band kicks in after dinner.

Dining Options

• Discoveries Restaurant
• Windows Café
• Mosaic® Café

With a wide variety of nightly selections like filet mignon with black truffle sauce, Discoveries Restaurant is a hands-down favorite for an elegant, yet lively, dining scene. You have the choice of being seated at a table for two or as part of a larger group of fellow guests (which is a great way to meet new people).

Take in the fresh breeze at an outdoor table in Windows Café, a casual buffet offering made-to-order breakfasts and a large variety of lunch and dinner options. Choices change daily and include fresh sushi, stir-fry, pasta, salad, smoked lox and other cold fish, a carving station, and sumptuous desserts, along with regional cuisine such as Mexican, Spanish, and Italian.

Enjoy dining in a relaxed, poolside environment for lunch and dinner. Choose from made-to-order kabobs, burgers, fries, and salad.

Sink into a comfortable chair at the Mosaic Café and enjoy an espresso or hot tea with fresh biscotti, tea sandwiches, or scones. The Mosaic's congenial service and atmosphere make it a favorite gathering spot for conversation, cards, and trivia games.

You’ll love the contemporary, inventive Italian cuisine at Aqualina, with two new rotating menus. Enjoy a fresh experience of Italy’s most famous dishes including pastas, poultry, fish, and veal. Starters include beef tenderloin carpaccio with orange oil, lobster ravioli, and seared tuna wrapped in veal, followed by second courses such as sweet pea and fennel soup, or delicious salads of watermelon and tomato or arugula and radicchio with prosciutto chips. Main courses include forest mushroom risotto, a perfectly grilled veal chop, a Venetian seafood platter or delicate dover sole. Save room for Azamara’s famous desserts like marsala custard, lemon soufflé, tiramisu, and chocolate torte.

Settle in for a marvelous evening at Azamara's classic wood-paneled steakhouse with stunning views and lush autumn décor. The menu includes steaks in a variety of cuts cooked to perfection, along with starters like crab cakes with remoulade, lobster bisque, wedge salad with bacon and blue cheese, and more. Other entrée choices may include lamb, pork, veal chops, game hens, and seafood. Indulge in the famous mini cinnamon-sugar donuts with a trio of dipping sauces for dessert.

Other Features

• Fitness Center
• eConnections
• Drawing Room by Assouline

You'll find a tasteful collection of merchandise in four onboard stores. Pick up sundries, casual wear, sunglasses, or shipboard keepsakes at the The Quest Shop. Stop by Indulgences if you're looking for an exquisite selection of fine jewelry and watches. The Photo Shop offers camera supplies, including batteries and digital memory cards. Le Boutique lets guests enjoy personalized shopping with one-on-one assistance from the concierge.

Treat yourself to a bit of pampering. Staffed by professional aestheticians and therapists, the Azamara Spa is an oasis of tranquility. Choose from an extensive menu of services that include Thalassotherapy baths, facials, massages, body sculpting, and teeth whitening. Spa services can be purchased a la carte or in specially priced packages.

Enjoy a workout in the well-equipped gym, where you can join a fitness or yoga class, or sign up for one-on-one personal training with a certified fitness expert.

The full service salon offers a menu of professional services for men and women, including haircut and styling, manicures, and pedicures.

It's easy to stay in touch while on your voyage. In eConnections you'll find a number of computer stations and 24-hour access to Internet and email.

The library is one of the quiet jewels of Azamara, a peaceful and beautifully appointed space for reading or relaxing after dinner. Browse the collection and feel free to borrow the library books. Don’t miss the gorgeous collection of lifestyle and travel books by Assouline, which you can purchase for delivery back home.

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About Azamara Quest

The Azamara Quest is a beautiful mid-sized ship accommodating just 690 guests. Onboard she boasts plentiful space, diverse activities and delicious culinary selections as you cruise in style to fabulous destinations. Some of her venues include bars, lounges, a pool and restaurants. Enjoy warm personal service, from a staff always at hand to anticipate your needs.

The Azamara Quest offers a country club-like atmosphere and a variety of chic venues, such as the Discoveries Lounge, the popular Looking Glass Lounge, with a dance floor illuminated by stunning Murano glass and itsfloor-to-ceiling windows. Another hot-spot is the nightclub-like Cabaret Lounge, with cozy tables where you can enjoy a host of shows. Sink into a comfortable chair at the popular gathering spot, Mosaic Café, where after dinner, it transforms into Mosaic@Night, perfect for socializing and enjoying live music. The Casino Luxe will keep you entertained with a variety of games and slot machines. Listen to the delightful sounds of a grand piano at the intimate and relaxing Michael's Club and select from 20 varieties of the popular drink at the Martini Bar.

Fabulous culinary adventures and dining options await guests as acclaimed chefs combine innovation and attention to personal preferences to create fabulous daily menus with cuisine sure to delight your palate. The stunning Discoveries Restaurant offers a variety of scrumptious nightly selections as you dine in an elegant yet lively atmosphere. Specialty restaurants include Aqualina, serving scrumptious Mediterranean cuisine and the classic wood-paneled steakhouse, Prime C. Pare gourmet meals with an incredible selection of wine from an 8,000-bottle collection of limited production, small label and rare vintages at the E Wine Cellar. Casual fare is featured at the Pool Grill and Windows Café is a buffet-style eatery serving sushi, pastas and regional specialties.

Onboard guests will enjoy amazing poolside buffet feasts and boutique wines and as the sun sets they can dance late into the night to a live band. Shop for lovely items, plus exquisite jewelry and watches in the onboard boutiques. Read or relax at the library, a quiet jewel on the ship, with a beautiful collection of books. Rejuvenate at the Azamara Spa, an oasis of tranquility, with fabulous treatments, such as the Thalassotherapy Pool with bubbling salt water. Workout at the Fitness Center and enjoy full services at The Salon, for both men and women.

Beautiful and comfortable staterooms feature exquisite furnishings and fine European linens. Most of the staterooms boast verandas which offer fresh sea air and amazing views. Cruise on the Azamara Quest, a wonderful place to call your home away from home!

Destination Immersion SM enhances your travel experience by highlighting the best of local traditions with late night or overnight stays on over half of the port visits. AzAmazing Evenings™, are complimentary onshore events that provide an up-close experience of local traditions through dance, music, theater and cuisine. Port-of-call lectures, Land Discoveries® seminars, wine-tastings and culinary demonstrations are also a fascinating and enjoyable way to learn more about destinations. Stay connected at computer stations, with 24-hour access to Internet and email. WiFi service is also available.

Cruise on the Azamara Quest to worldwide destinations, including the Mediterranean, Transatlantic & Repositioning, Transcanal/Panama Canal, British Isles & Coastal, U.S. & Canada Pacific, Greece/Turkey/Black Sea, the Caribbean, Asia/Africa/Middle East, South Asia, Mexico, Baltic/Russia and Scandinavia & Fjords.

Club Spa Suite

Spacious glass-enclosed bathtub, Separate rain shower, Comfortable sitting area, 55” flat-screen television in sitting area, Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, Veranda, Mini-bar, Thermostat-controlled air conditioner, Direct-dial telephone with voice mail, Writing desk, In-room safe,Hand-held hair dryer.

Club World Owners Suite

Spacious living room with a separate master bedroom, a 40” flat-screen television, 55” flat-screen television in living room, Marble master bathroom with shower, Dressing room with vanity and ample closet space, Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in living room and master bedroom, Veranda, Mini-bar, Thermostat-controlled air conditioner, Direct-dial telephone with voice mail, Writing desk, In-room safe, Hand-held hair dryer.

Club Ocean Suite

Spacious living room with a separate master bedroom, a 55” flat-screen television, 55” flat-screen television in living room, Marble master bathroom with shower, Dressing room with vanity and ample closet space, Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in living, Veranda, Mini-bar, Thermostat-controlled air conditioner, Direct-dial telephone with voice mail, Writing desk, In-room safe, Hand-held hair dryer.

Club Continent Suite

Spacious and comfortable sitting area, 55” flat-screen television in sitting area, Roomy bathroom with shower. Some also feature a tub., Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, Veranda, Mini-bar, Thermostat-controlled air conditioner, Direct-dial telephone with voice mail, Writing desk, In-room safe, Hand-held hair dryer.

Club Veranda Plus Stateroom

Veranda, Sitting area with 40" flat-screen TV, Mini-bar, Thermostat-controlled air conditioner, Direct-dial telephone with voice mail, Writing desk, In-room safe, Hand-held hair dryer, USB ports under bedside reading lamps.

Club Veranda Stateroom

Sitting area with 40” flat-screen TV, Veranda, Refrigerator with mini-bar, Thermostat-controlled air conditioner, Direct-dial telephone with voice mail, Writing desk, In-room safe, Hand-held hairdryer, USB ports under bedside reading lamps.

Club Oceanview Stateroom

Some staterooms feature sofa bed, 40” flat-screen TV, Refrigerator with mini-bar, Thermostat-controlled air conditioner, Direct-dial telephone with voice mail, Writing desk, In-room safe, Hand-held hairdryer, USB ports under bedside reading lamps.

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Club Interior Stateroom

40” flat-screen TV, Refrigerator with mini-bar, Thermostat-controlled air conditioner, Direct-dial telephone with voice mail, Writing desk, In-room safe, Hand-held hairdryer, USB ports under bedside reading lamps.

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Aqualina Specialty Restaurant

If you're in the mood for fantastic Italian-inspired cuisine, make a reservation at Aqualina, one of our onboard specialty restaurants. Aqualina will satisfy your taste for sumptuous fare in a relaxed, yet positively chic atmosphere.

Discoveries Restaurant

With open seating and stellar nightly selections, the main dining room, Discoveries, is not to be missed. You'll find all your classic dinner favorites, with a deliciously different twist, like gulf shrimp with cognac and garlic or a filet mignon with black truffle sauce.

Prime C Specialty Restaurant

If steak and seafood are on your mind, then make your way over to Prime C. Full of atmosphere and loaded with flavor, this specialty restaurant surely aims to please all who enter. The broad wooden floors and rich paneling are more than inviting and the steaks will melt in your mouth.

The Patio and Swirl & Top

While a casual “pool grill” during the day, in the evening this venue will be completely transformed into a sit-down al fresco dining experience. Nice tablecloths and candles will set the mood while a reimagined menu will be served by our Pool Grill wait staff. In addition, a self-serve frozen yogurt station – Swirl & Top – can conclude your meal with a variety of flavors and your choice of toppings.

Windows Cafe

Take in the fresh breeze at an outdoor table in Windows Café, our casual buffet offering made-to-order breakfasts and a large variety of lunch and dinner options. Choices change daily and include fresh sushi, stir-frys and pastas, salads, an assortment of entrees and sides, a carving station and sumptuous desserts.

Available on the Azamara PursuitSM and Azamara Quest® this lounge exemplifies our dedication to Destination Immersion® experiences. The Den inspires you with tools to travel to all corners of the world with tools to travel to all corners of the world with travel books, guides, and destination-focused activities.

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Cabaret Lounge

Enjoy live performances of professional full-stage musical revues, classical soloists, bands and other entertainment in our Cabaret Lounge featuring a full bar. You could see as many as four distinctly different shows while onboard. And considering the cost of theater and entertainment tickets back home, isn’t that nice?

Card Room & In Touch

On the starboard side of the Living Room, guests will find the Card Room for those who love a round of Bridge or other games. Four computers and interactive table tops are available for guest use during the voyage.

While spending daytime sun-drenched and relaxed by the pool, don’t think of missing Azamara’s famous White Night party held at least once on every cruise (weather permitting). Colorful décor and linen-draped tables, a fabulous buffet feast, and boutique wines on the house make this an event like no other. Not to forget the fun and fast-paced show our entertainment team puts on.

Indulgences

Aptly named, Indulgences will satisfy your desires for the finer things in life. If you are looking for designer jewelry, it's the perfect place to window shop or to find that extra special purchase.

The Quest Shop

It's one-stop shopping in The Quest Shop. Apparel, sundries, handbags, candies, souvenirs and lots more await. If you find that you forgot to pack something, chances are you'll find it in The Quest Shop.

Our photographers capture both fun and professional photos throughout the voyage, whether it is your portrait, or photos of the destinations you visit. You can also find an assortment of supplies for your own photographic endeavors.

Guest relation

Our full service salon offers a menu of professional services for men and women, including:Hair styling and care including cuts, coloring, highlights and color correction.,Manicures and pedicures.,Salon favorites: Special packages of hair and scalp renewing rituals, milk-and-honey manicures and pedicures with massages, and barbering and grooming services.

Fitness Center

Keep up your fitness routine or embark on a new one in our onboard Fitness Center. Take part in yoga at sunset or toning Pilates; our onboard wellness consultant is there to assist you every step.

The Sanctum Spa

Let our Spa transport you to a whole new world with treatments inspired by rituals from exotic cultures. You'll also find a hair salon, the Sanctum Terrace with a Thalassotherapy pool, and an assortment of the finest spa products. The Sanctum Spa also includes a nail bar and pedicure area, and dedicated stations for barber services, teeth whitening, and hair services, along with the Medi-spa and acupuncture clinic.

Self Service Laundry

Deck: Seven

Self Service Laundry.

Discoveries Bar

Located just outside Azamara’s main restaurant, this congenial bar is a favorite gathering place for pre- and post-dinner conversation and drinks. Bar service includes a full selection of fine wines, mixed drinks, and premium spirits…plus the entertaining banter of Azamara’s friendly bartenders.

Mosaic Cafe

Comfortable and stylish, Mosaic is the place where you’ll find your favorite coffee drinks, just the way you like. Try our Nespresso specialty coffee (for a fee). Slip into a comfortable seat and sip for a while. The perfect place to start (or end) your day, no matter where you are in the world. This just might become your favorite area on the ship.

Our Pool Bar serves refreshments while enjoying the Pool during the day, and cocktails of your choice in the evening.

The Drawing Room

This library is one of the quiet jewels of Azamara, a peaceful and beautifully appointed space for reading or relaxing after dinner. Browse the collection and feel free to borrow the library books.

Deck: Eleven

This deck is available for guests enjoying the sun and views from high up. It is also a beautiful vantage point for sunsets (or sunrises), and a quiet stroll at night. For those who love shuffle board, this is the place to go.

The Living Room

The idea of the Living Room is just that. It’s the perfect space for guests throughout the day and evening to engage in lively conversations, take in interesting speakers, peruse art, play a game of cards, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, wines & tapas, delightful music, or simply relax with a good book.

Jogging Track

Take in the spectacular view as you burn off last night's wonderful dinner. You'll be so enchanted by the scenery that you won't even notice the workout!

Adjacent to Windows Café, the Sunset Bar is a welcoming outdoor patio with covered and open-air seating, and a bar. It’s the perfect place for dining alfresco, enjoying a refreshing drink, taking in the sights of your favorite port, or simply watching the world sail by.

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Azamara Cruises Launches New 2025 and 2026 Voyages

• April 14, 2024

Azamara Cruises announced its newest itineraries for 2025 and 2026, including new ports of call and a 79-night voyage that circumnavigates South America, according to a statement. 

“We’re thrilled to be bringing our guests to 8 new ports of call in 2025 and 2026, from Scarborough, capital of the small island of Tobago, to Pointe des Galets on the beautiful French island of Réunion,” said Michael Pawlus, head of itinerary planning at Azamara Cruises.

“As longer trips continue to trend with our guests, we’ve also added a Grand Voyage that brings guests all the way around South America and Caribbean sailings that guests can combine for more immersive island travel without any days at sea.”

The 79-night Grand Voyage sails roundtrip from Miami exploring destinations all around South America. Guests looking for longer itineraries can also book back-to-back Caribbean sailings to spend up to 14 days exploring each Caribbean island with 0 days at sea.

Azamara’s new ports of call for 2025 and 2026 itineraries include:

• Santa Marta, Colombia
• Maizuru, Japan
• St. Pierre, Martinique
• Celukan Bawang, Bali, Indonesia

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Like most cruise lines, Azamara Cruises has a branded loyalty program, Azamara Circle, which allows frequent cruisers to maximize their travel investment by earning points for each night they sail with the brand. As passengers earn points, they move up the ranks of five loyalty tiers, earning additional perks and amenities — including onboard discounts, free cruise nights and access to exclusive parties.

This article breaks down the program, from earning points to what each loyalty level offers and which cabin category bookings will allow you to punch above your weight in terms of perks.

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Ways to earn points

Azamara’s points-earning system is fairly straightforward. The line has eight cabin categories, each of which earns passengers a certain number of points per night they cruise.

• Club Interior (2 points)
• Club Oceanview (3 points)
• Club Veranda (5 points)
• Club Veranda Plus (6 points)
• Club Continent Suites (8 points)
• Club Spa (18 points)
• Club Ocean (18 points)
• Club World Owner’s Suites (18 points)

Note that the number of points you’ll receive depends on the cabin category you booked rather than the category you end up with. If you’re upgraded to a higher-level cabin, you won’t receive a higher number of points.

Because Azamara’s ships do not have accommodations for solo cruisers , anyone traveling alone must pay two cruise fares, as all cabins are designed for double occupancy. Therefore, all solo passengers will receive double points for each night of their voyage.

Program tiers and benefits

There are five tiers in the Azamara Circle loyalty program:

• Adventurer (1-149 points)
• Explorer (150-299 points)
• Discoverer (300-749 points)
• Discoverer Plus (750-2,999)
• Discoverer Platinum (3,000-plus points)

Adventurer is the easiest level to obtain, as you reach it after just one sailing, meaning your benefits will kick in on your second voyage. (To enroll, you must create an account with Azamara.)

All loyalty tiers receive 10% off select voyages once per quarter, free internet minutes based on tier level, discounts and upgrades on Hertz car rentals, the services of a loyalty ambassador and onboard host, a members-only happy hour on each sailing, exclusive email updates, future cruise credits of $300 per cabin for each referral who books with the line and beverage package discounts. Additional perks and specifics for each tier are below.

Unlike the first level of most other cruise lines’ loyalty programs, cruisers at the Adventurer level earn some valuable savings in addition to the ones already mentioned:

• 5% off future cruises booked on board
• Savings on future voyages in the form of up to $300 in onboard credit (when  you book future cruises on board during the first half of your cruise) and a 50% reduced deposit
• 30 free minutes of Wi-Fi or 20% off an unlimited internet package (more if staying in a Club Veranda Plus cabin category or higher; see chart below)
• 10% off signature spa treatments
• 5% discount on the line’s Ultimate Beverage Package

Many other cruise lines reward passengers with free cruises only after they have reached the highest loyalty tier. However, Azamara begins awarding free cruise nights to passengers when they hit the Explorer level and each subsequent level thereafter. That means passengers can enjoy further savings on top of percentage discounts when they book cruises from Explorer level onward.

Cruisers can reach Explorer level in as few as nine nights (or five nights if traveling solo) if they stay in one of the three top-level cabin types. Explorer perks include:

• Two free cruise nights (must redeem within 12 months on sailings of seven nights or longer)
• Savings on future voyages in the form of up to $300 in onboard credit (when you book future cruises on board during the first half of your cruise) and a 50% reduced deposit
• 60 free minutes of Wi-Fi or 35% off an unlimited internet package (more if staying in a Club Veranda Plus cabin category or higher; see chart below)
• Free laundry service for one bag of items per cabin per seven-night sailing (two bags if booked in a Club Veranda Plus cabin category or higher; see chart below)
• 15% off signature spa treatments
• 10% discount on the line’s Ultimate Beverage Package

You can attain the Discoverer tier after 17 nights (or nine nights if traveling solo) in one of the three highest-level cabins. Discoverer-level cruisers receive:

• Four free cruise nights (must redeem within 12 months on sailings of seven nights or longer)
• 6% off future cruises booked on board
• 90 free minutes of Wi-Fi or 50% off an unlimited internet package (more if staying in a Club Veranda Plus cabin category or higher; see chart below)
• 20% off signature spa treatments
• 15% discount on the line’s Ultimate Beverage Package
• Priority check-in at select ports
• Exclusive onboard get-together

Each level of the loyalty program is entitled to free Wi-Fi minutes, depending on tier level. However, those staying in Club Veranda Plus cabins or higher will receive more, based on a combination of cabin type and loyalty level, according to the following chart — even if they’ve only reached Adventurer status.

Additionally, passengers at Explorer level or higher will receive two bags of complimentary laundry service if booked in any of the cabin categories listed on the chart below.

Royal Caribbean Group sold Azamara to Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm based in New York, in early 2021. Effective Feb. 1, 2023, the line’s loyalty program is no longer reciprocal with those of former sister brands Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises .

The elite level that makes a difference

The Discoverer Plus level is one that spans the largest number of points, making it the first level at which cruisers can earn enough to take a weeklong sailing almost completely free. Six nights are awarded when this level is first reached, along with three additional nights at 1,500 points and another three at 2,250 points.

Azamara Circle members at this level are entitled to:

• Six free cruise nights, plus three additional nights at 1,500 points and 2,250 points (must redeem within 12 months on sailings of seven nights or longer)
• 7% off future cruises booked on board
• 120 free minutes of Wi-Fi or 75% off an unlimited internet package (more if staying in a Club Veranda Plus cabin category or higher; see chart above)
• Free laundry service for one bag of items per cabin per seven-night sailing (two bags if booked in a Club Veranda Plus cabin category or higher; see chart above)
• 25% off signature spa treatments
• 20% discount on the line’s Ultimate Beverage Package

Best elite perk

Discoverer Platinum is Azamara Circle’s highest level of loyalty. It’s the only tier that, when reached, rewards cruisers with enough nights for a completely complimentary sailing of at least a week in length. However, apart from the initial four additional free cruise nights, free Wi-Fi and an extra 5% discount on the Ultimate Beverage Package, this tier doesn’t offer much that’s different from what you’ll receive at the Discoverer Plus level.

Discoverer Platinum amenities are:

• 10 free cruise nights, plus three additional nights every 750 points after reaching Discoverer Platinum status (must redeem within 12 months on sailings of seven nights or longer)
• 10% off future cruises booked on board
• 150 free minutes of Wi-Fi or a free unlimited internet package (more if staying in a Club Veranda Plus cabin category or higher; see chart above)
• 25% discount on the line’s Ultimate Beverage Package

Bottom line

Because Azamara is a premium line, it’s no surprise that its loyalty program offers passengers quite a bit more discounts and opportunities to earn free cruise nights than mainstream lines.

There are marked differences between Azamara Circle tiers, but cruisers hit the sweet spots when they achieve at least the Discoverer Plus level.

Because joining the program requires minimal work — just a registration — there’s no reason not to join, as the perks can add up over time, especially if you plan to cruise with Azamara regularly.

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Sea cruise calendar

The sea cruise calendar lists all the information about the arrival and departure of the cruise ships at Cruise Port Amsterdam

The terminal of Cruise Port Amsterdam is an all year round destination. In this calendar you’ll find all the information regarding the arrival and departure dates.

The times of arrival and departure are specified by the agent as a guideline, this is not fixed and could be changed at any time. Cruise Port Amsterdam attempts to keep the calendar up to date. However you should always check, the most up to date information with your booking agency, before departure.

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16:30 - 23:59 uur Departure: 09 Feb

08:00 - 07:30 uur Departure: 24 Feb

08:30 - 20:00 uur

Viking Saturn

08:00 - 18:00 uur

16:30 - 23:59 uur Departure: 02 May

Norwegian Star

06:00 - 17:00 uur

Celebrity Silhouette

08:30 - 07:30 uur Departure: 06 May

Norwegian Prima

10:00 - 19:00 uur

Norwegian Getaway

11:00 - 18:30 uur

07:00 - 17:45 uur

Jewel of the Seas

07:00 - 16:00 uur

08:00 - 19:00 uur

Viking Mars

06:00 - 15:30 uur

Viking Star

Celebrity Apex

Norwegian Dawn

11:00 - 21:00 uur

07:00 - 19:00 uur

07:00 - 17:00 uur

Seabourn Ovation

08:00 - 21:00 uur

World Navigator

08:00 - 23:00 uur

07:00 - 18:00 uur

16:30 - 23:59 uur Departure: 13 Jun

Seven Seas Navigator

13:00 - 02:00 uur Departure: 16 Jun

Seabourn Quest

MSC Virtuosa

Vasco da Gama

06:00 - 18:00 uur

04:00 - 17:00 uur

06:00 - 16:00 uur

16:30 - 23:59 uur Departure: 11 Jul

Seven Seas Voyager

10:00 - 16:00 uur Departure: 14 Jul

Nieuw Statendam

11:00 - 19:00 uur

07:00 - 21:00 uur

04:30 - 18:00 uur

08:00 - 17:00 uur

07:00 - 17:15 uur

10:00 - 22:00 uur Departure: 03 Aug

Carnival Legend

05:00 - 18:30 uur

Seven Seas Splendor

Seven Seas Mariner

19:00 - 18:00 uur Departure: 12 Aug

06:00 - 18:30 uur

08:00 - 16:00 uur

08:00 - 13:00 uur

Serenade of the Seas

Seabourn Sojourn

07:00 - 15:00 uur

Resilient Lady

19:00 - 18:30 uur Departure: 25 Aug

18:00 - 19:00 uur Departure: 27 Aug

Azamara Onward

18:00 - 18:00 uur Departure: 31 Aug

18:00 - 18:00 uur Departure: 01 Sep

12:00 - 22:00 uur

18:00 - 18:00 uur Departure: 05 Sep

Disney Dream

06:45 - 19:15 uur

16:30 - 23:59 uur Departure: 12 Sep

09:00 - 18:00 uur Departure: 17 Sep

Viking Venus

14:00 - 18:00 uur Departure: 20 Sep

18:15 - 17:00 uur Departure: 21 Sep

Hanseatic Spirit

10:00 - 14:00 uur Departure: 18 Oct

Silver Dawn

13:00 - 18:00 uur Departure: 22 Oct

13:00 - 13:00 uur Departure: 26 Oct

Norwegian Encore

Queen Victoria

21:00 - 06:00 uur Departure: 18 Nov

07:00 - 17:30 uur Departure: 21 Nov

11:00 - 23:00 uur

Mein Schiff 3

07:00 - 22:00 uur

13:00 - 22:00 uur

12:00 - 23:00 uur

07:00 - 18:00 uur Departure: 17 Dec

07:00 - 18:00 uur Departure: 27 Dec

07:00 - 06:00 uur Departure: 01 Jan

08:00 - 18:00 uur Departure: 01 Jan

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