Azamara Cruises - Profile & ships - Celebrity's luxury sister company

**Ally** · 05-06-2007, 07:48 AM

Azamara is the new, deluxe cruise experience for discerning travelers who long to reach out-of-the-ordinary destinations and indulge in amenities and service unparalleled on the high seas.

The unique offerings of Azamara are beyond compare: butler service is provided in every stateroom; our shore excursions (we prefer to call them shore immersions), are designed to let guests become part of the fabric of life in each destination, instead of merely being an observer; our enrichment programs offer everything from culinary to photographic explorations; our two specialty restaurants provide the finest cuisine at sea; live entertainment can be enjoyed nightly; and the level of service offered is unmatched.

Azamara Cruises consists of two intimate ships, Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest. Each can carry 710 fortunate guests and because they are smaller and sleeker than larger cruise ships, they can sail to ports that others simply cannot reach.

In addition to offering a more personalized experience, our ships have recently undergone a $17.5 million revitalization with new European bedding and soft goods, flat screen televisions, new veranda decking and furniture, and wireless internet service in all staterooms and public areas. Plus, 93% of our staterooms offer ocean views and 68% have a private veranda.

You may be wondering where the name Azamara comes from. Azamara is a coined term derived from the Romance languages. This includes the more obvious links to blue (az) and the sea (mar). The name was also inspired by a star, Acamar.

In Classical times, the star Acamar was the most southerly bright star that could be seen from the latitude of Greece. We think of Azamara Cruises as a star on the blue sea. We love the flowing name that conjures up the imagery of magnificent journeys around the world. And we look forward to sharing these voyages with our guests.

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**Ally** · 05-06-2007, 07:51 AM

The Ships.....

Azamara Journey....

Forgo the crowds and experience a voyage tailor-made for today's discerning traveler aboard Journey. In addition to butler service in each stateroom and suite, Journey affords her guests more verandas than most cruise ships, so you can watch the world melt away into the
fiery sunset.

Journey also features two specialty restaurants, concierge amenities, our Spa and Wellness Center, a coffee café, a piano bar and a wine bar, live entertainment, daily enrichment programs (like wine and champagne tasting), and this is only her short list.

Accommodations

Staterooms:

All staterooms on Azamara come with 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 television, personal stationary, Elemis bathroom products, new European bedding, and complimentary use of binoculars, umbrellas and plush robes; and of course, it has been newly decorated to exceed your expectations.

And remember, when you require a chilled bottle of champagne to enjoy while relaxing in your fine, teak chair on your veranda at sunset, your butler will be at your service.

Suites:

All suites come standard with all of the above, plus senior butler service, two nights of complimentary specialty dining (one night in each restaurant), complimentary pressing of your laundry, a 42" plasma television, amenity bar, complimentary in-room nonalcoholic, specialty coffees, soda and water, expanded Elemis bathroom amenities and more. Your suite has also been updated to include all new furnishings, from carpet to fine furniture.

JOURNEY SHIP SPECIFICATIONS

Guest Occupancy: 710 (double occupancy)
Crew: 390
Guest-to-Staff Ratio: 2:1
Tonnage: 30, 277
Length: 593 feet
Beam: 95 feet
Cruising Speed: 22 knots
Guest Decks: 8
Electric Current: 110/220/440 AC
Ship's Registry: Bahamas

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Azamara Quest.....

Specifically designed to be smaller and more sleek than most cruise ships, Quest, like her sister ship, Journey, is filled bow-to-stern with wondrous luxuries and appointments that enhance your voyage of discovery - making it one that you won't soon forget.

Quest boasts two specialty restaurants, concierge amenities, our Spa and Wellness Center, piano bar, wine bar, live entertainment, daily enrichment programs (such as evening lectures), and much more. Satisfy your appetite for luxury and adventure on board Quest.

Accommodations

Staterooms:

All staterooms on Azamara come with 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 television, personal stationary, Elemis bathroom products, new European bedding, and complimentary use of binoculars, umbrellas and plush robes; and of course, it has been newly decorated to exceed your expectations.

And remember, when you require a chilled bottle of champagne to enjoy while relaxing in your fine, teak chair on your veranda at sunset, your butler will be at your service.

Suites:

All suites come standard with all of the above, plus senior butler service, two nights of complimentary specialty dining (one night in each restaurant), complimentary pressing of your laundry, a 42" plasma television, amenity bar, complimentary in-room nonalcoholic, specialty coffees, soda and water, expanded Elemis bathroom amenities and more. Your suite has also been updated to include all new furnishings, from carpet to fine furniture.

QUEST SHIP SPECIFICATIONS

Guest Occupancy: 710 (double occupancy)
Crew: 390
Guest-to-Staff Ratio: 2:1
Tonnage: 30, 277
Length: 593 feet
Beam: 95 feet
Cruising Speed: 22 knots
Guest Decks: 8
Electric Current: 110/220/440 AC
Ship's Registry: Bahamas

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**Ally** · 05-06-2007, 07:55 AM

The full website can be seen here....

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