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I have always envisioned Celebrity Cruises as a cut above most cruise lines, but now they have taken cruising to a new level at a surprising value. Azamara Cruises is the new, upscale cruise experience from Celebrity, for discerning cruisers who want to cruise to out-of-the-ordinary destinations and indulge in amenities and service unparalleled on the high seas. A butler with every stateroom. In-room spa services, yoga at sunset, enrichment programs designed to familiarize you with an upcoming destination, and a mixture of entertainment unlike that of the standard brands. They are even designing a world cruise that will take you to many new lands, and the opportunity to sail with researchers, naturlists, and cultural experts. By thinking small, you can also imagine unique!

The unique offerings of Azamara are beyond compare as seen in their shore excursions, which they prefer to call shore immersions, and are designed to let guests become part of the fabric of life in each destination, instead of merely being an observer. Whether it’s in Rio or the Falkland Islands, you have many opportunities to spend extended periods of time in the local cultures.The enrichment programs offer everything from culinary to photographic explorations, and even a chance to learn all about Oriental culture. They offer two specialty restaurants that provide the finest cuisine at sea, and even the names are unique…Aqualina and Prime C. Each specializes in dishes inspired by the regions they are sailing in. Does gulf shrimp in cognac pique your interest?
Want to be pampered beyond your dreams? Azamara believes body, mind and soul are all interconnected. Their most poular offering, Jopurney for Two, offers you a grteat way to spend extra time together enjoying their unique programs like teeth whitening, DermaNew, Microdermabrasion and , to top it all off, a Swedish massage for two. You will have access toa welness consultant on board to plan whatever program you would like.
Azamara Cruises consists of two intimate ships, Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest. Each can carry 694 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, their 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 their 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. They look forward to sharing these voyages with our guests. Thet are currently the best kept secret in cruising, so take advantage of the value pricing before they become a household name in luxury. I promise you won’t be disappointed.