Discover the Hidden Corners of the World
An Azamara Voyage is a Voyage for the Senses

Azamara CruisesSM unlocks the hidden corners of the world for those who desire to immerse themselves in the rich details of the voyage. Both luxurious ships, Azamara JourneySM and Azamara QuestSM, create a more intimate experience while allowing access to the kinds of remote ports of call most travelers long to reach - over 175 ports of call in more than 60 countries. Every moment onboard represents a rich array of finely crafted details and graceful amenities - butler service in all staterooms, small-scale, immersive excursions, enriching offerings such as culinary and photographic explorations, customized stateroom experiences, and culinary encounters inspired by the world's most renowned chefs - delivered with a passionate commitment to service.

The 710-passenger Azamara Journey made its maiden voyage in May with a series of seven-night Bermuda itineraries, and will sail to South America and Antarctica this winter and next, and to Europe in the summer of 2008. In October, Azamara Quest will join Azamara Journey, offering guests the chance to visit exotic Caribbean and Panama Canal destinations through the winter before sailing in Europe in the summer of 2008, and Asia in the fall of 2008. Azamara Cruises will offer a world cruise in 2009-2010.

Unforgettable Itineraries
For the 710 passengers fortunate enough to embark on one of these unique voyages, each moment at sea embodies the pinnacle of luxury and each footstep onshore accentuates the difference between visiting a place and getting a true sense of place.

As each voyage unfolds, guests can immerse themselves in the subtleties of each destination - not just where it lies on the map, but its cultural and culinary flavors, its natural wonders, and its historical nuances. Every carefully orchestrated itinerary represents an exceptional opportunity to experience a facet of travel that transcends the ordinary, creating an enriching journey that will leave an enduring impression.

Azamara's shore and land excursions offer experienced travelers a way to step off the beaten path and absorb a destination's culture and history. From crystalline glaciers and plummeting waterfalls to cliff tops and pink flamingos, the sights and sounds of Azamara's excursions bring breathtakingly unique glimpses of our world to our guests.

Impeccable Service
While onboard, guests notice that there are no unimportant details to be overlooked. Guests sailing with Azamara will enjoy a more exclusive guest experience. Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest offer 15 variations of accommodations, all featuring butler service as well as concierge-style amenities, including fresh-cut flowers, fresh fruit, Elemis toiletries, complimentary use of Frette cotton robes, two complimentary pairs of plush slippers, plasma TVs, European bedding, a pillow menu, shoeshine service, a complimentary tote bag, and complimentary stationery and pen.

In addition to these standard amenities, guests staying in suites will receive a bottle of champagne in their stateroom at embarkation, two nights of complimentary dining in the specialty restaurants (guests in staterooms will receive one night of complimentary dining), the use of in-room DVD players and the ability to enjoy movies free of charge from the ship's library; silk hangers and drawer liners upon request; and the ability to book certain spa services to take place in the privacy of their suite.

Sumptuous Dining
When it comes to dining, each meal onboard Azamara Cruises promises to be a voyage unto itself, with nightly culinary artistry inspired by the world's most accomplished chefs and by the bountiful regions through which each itinerary travels. To further enhance the experience, vintages from an extensive wine list will be offered to complement each dish. The ships, which will not require formal attire for dining, also feature open seating in the main dining room. Sesame-seared yellowfin tuna steak with tamarind stir-fried Asian vegetables, jasmine rice and a sake soy-wasabi reduction…sacher torte with apricot coulis…and that's just the main dining restaurant, Discoveries. 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. Additional dining options onboard include Windows Café, which offers casual dining during the day, and in the evenings becomes casual dining with a twist; 24-hour room service; and a sushi café.

Global Travelers
With a mere 710 passengers per sailing, each Azamara voyage allows guests to share these thoroughly in-depth, indulgent experiences with an intimate community of like-minded travelers.

Delightful Indulgences
Both ships feature a wine bar, which offers wine and champagne tastings, seminars, and mini-pairings of food and wine, in addition to its standard menu of fine wines by the glass or bottle.

Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest will offer an enhanced emphasis on spa and relaxation. Guests in suites will be able to enjoy certain spa services in the privacy of their room. The ships will also offer an outdoor spa relaxation lounge and an aesthetics suite offering acupuncture and microdermabrasion.

The retail experience onboard Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest will focus on fine art, sculpture, photography, jewelry, and resort wear.

Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest both offer unique "stateroom experiences". A "Romantic Indulgence" experience allows guests to unwind to romantic music and ambient electric candlelight, silk rose petals, Chandon sparkling wine, chocolate-covered strawberries and passion mist. The CD, mist and petals are for the guest to take home. The "40 Winks…A Bedtime Ritual" package includes a scientifically developed sleep CD, lavender aromatherapy sleep mist, a sleep/exercise informational card deck, and a branded journal and pen, all for the guest to keep. Azamara's "Serenity" experience offers a cool gel eye mask, tranquil music, calming mist and a smoothie. "Movie Time" complements an in-stateroom movie with popcorn served in two nostalgic souvenir containers, two boxes of classic movie theater candy, soft baked pretzels with condiments and two cans of soda. The "Special Occasion" experience offers a bottle of Chandon sparkling wine, a gourmet cake personalized with a dedication, a bouquet of fresh flowers and ambient electric candlelight.

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