Azamara Cruise onboard the amazing Quest

What a fantastic experience. Azamara offers small and intimate cruising which, in my opinion is very special. As Quest only holds 694 passengers the atmosphere is small and friendly but with an air of elegance and also with the added benefit that they can reach small ports which the larger ships cannot. Hence there are some very interesting itineraries and also some overnight stays in port which gave longer days to visit destinations and the possibility of visiting places by night also.

The staff are tremendous, caring, and attentive and ensure your stay on board is perfect. They all seem very happy in their roles.

There are four restaurants; one buffet, one formal and two speciality with a small cover charge. All are fantastic. I loved to dine in the buffet restaurant on an evening where you could order fresh pasta cooked to your liking.

Nothing is too much trouble and the choice is vast. There is also a speciality brunch one day on board which you must not miss with wonderful food stations all with fresh cooking and every possibility of dish. It’s one of those "must do’s" you should experience in life! There is also an intimate coffee lounge serving fresh cakes and sandwiches all included in the cost and also a poolside grill during the day. The main restaurant is also open dining so no need to book onto a set time which gives you the flexibility to dine whenever you are ready - perfect.

As of March this year Azamara included all drinks in their cruise cost which is a huge saving. The quality of the drinks included is premium brand with fine wines and well known beers. If you do want to upgrade to an even higher level for a nominal daily charge you could, which would include for example speciality brandies, Tia Maria, Baileys etc. I didn’t feel there was any need to upgrade as the included drinks suit every taste. Gratuities are also included in your cruise price so other than optional excursions you really do not need to take any spending money. The cabins are of a good size and very well maintained. I never know how you can disappear for 10 minutes, come back and your room has been cleaned again. The fresh towels twice a day and necessary Elemis bathroom products provided and constantly replenished all add to the overall 5 star experience.

The sun loungers are wonderful with huge comfy cushions and large towels readily available and also blankets for those chilly evenings outdoors...they do think of everything. There are a couple of evenings organised outside around the pool area; the "white night" was magical with beautiful decorations around the pool, entertainment on the outdoor stage area and an open buffet. It was very special and most enjoyable.

The entertainment overall is varied and there is something to suit everyone with Azamara's own entertainment tea , shows every evening if required or a piano bar singer and a nightclub with a group or solo artist early evening into a nightclub for those wanting to play out late! Also they include the AZAmazing evening in one of the ports of call where you can experience a complimentary excursion to a local venue most interesting and again a must do!

I would highly recommend Azamara Cruises and personally cannot wait to be on board again!