Where are we – one of the last ship inspections for this season, on board the Azamara Pursuit (Port Melbourne)
Suitable for – a whole host of travellers. Azamara would be a very appealing choice for anyone new to cruise that has traditionally travelled more independently - benefiting from a fleet of small ships, they are naturally very port intensive and destination focused, with what they call “Extended Destination Days,” including late nights and overnights, allowing you to get an authentic taste of each place you visit.
They also have a number of select sailings through the year which are offered in partnership with Perry Golf; a wonderful niche product, offering the kind of money can’t buy access to some of the best courses around the globe!
Highlights(s) – The small size of the Azamara fleet is a definite advantage. This particular ship, the Pursuit, was the exact same vessel that Oceania use on their R class ships - so the physical spaces were very similar to those we explored only a few weeks earlier on board the Oceania Regatta. The differences were fairly subtle, and largely came down to the look and feel of the soft furnishings and decor. It was a little more contemporary in presentation, and the specialty dining spaces (which are all
They have a very inclusive offering; including a variety of Dining Venues and Room Service. All drinks (including alcohol) all day and night. As well as Tips and Gratuities.
On most voyages they also have a complimentary AzAmazing Evening® event which they launched over a decade ago as a way of giving guests an experiential way to dive deeper into cultures and traditions around the world.
