Azamara
Immersive destination cruising with longer
stays and smaller ships.
4 Ships
Fleet
4 2007
Founded
684–702
Guest Capacity
Upper-Premium
Tier
1.7 : 2
Crew Ratio
Destination Immersion®
Best Known For
At a Glance
| Category | Boutique / Upper-Premium Destination Cruising |
|---|---|
| Style | Immersive, unhurried, culturally focused |
| Best For | Well-traveled, culturally curious explorers |
| Atmosphere | Warm, intimate, sophisticated — “sailing with friends” |
| Ship Size | Small — 684 to 702 guests per ship |
| Guest Demographic | Experienced travelers and couples; adult-forward, not family-focused |
| Dress Code | Resort Casual to Smart Casual (White Night is the signature exception) |
| Dining Style | Destination-inspired, flexible, multiple included venues |
| Service Style | Personal, anticipatory, name-recognition service |
| Included | Select drinks, gratuities, self-serve laundry, room service, AzAmazing Evenings® |
| World Voyages | Yes — Azamara Onward launched the brand’s first World Cruise in 2024 |
Overview
What’s it like to travel with Azamara?
01 Philosophy & Personality
Azamara is an upmarket boutique cruise line built around one clear idea: the destination is the vacation, not the ship. Warm, personal, soulful and a little unconventional, the brand describes its own style as “just a little extraordinary.” Everything — itinerary design, ship size, dining, entertainment — exists to support that promise of deeper, more immersive travel.
02Life Onboard
With only 684 to 702 guests aboard, Azamara ships feel intimate rather than crowded. Guests and crew tend to recognize each other by name, and the pace is relaxed and unhurried. Signature moments — White Night pool-deck parties, Destination Showcases and Living Room gatherings — keep the atmosphere social without ever feeling like a mega-ship production.
03Dining
Discoveries, the main restaurant, changes its menu daily and leans into destination-inspired dishes. Two specialty venues — Prime C (steakhouse) and Aqualina (Italian) — carry an additional per-person cover charge, though suite guests enjoy complimentary access as one of their suite perks, along with preferred seating. Windows Café and The Patio round out casual options, both known for folding in local, regional flavors rather than serving a generic buffet.
04Entertainment & Enrichment
Azamara’s enrichment program is where the brand distinguishes itself most. AzAmazing Evenings® deliver complimentary, exclusive cultural performances in historic local venues on most sailings of seven nights or longer. Curator’s Collection small-group tours, Stories Under the Stars fireside lectures, and 200+ local and native entertainers bring each destination’s culture directly onto — and off — the ship.
05Service
Service is personal and anticipatory rather than formal, backed by a staff-to-guest ratio of 1.7 to 2 — one of the higher ratios among upper-premium lines. Suite guests receive dedicated English-trained butlers, priority embarkation, preferred dining seating and thalassotherapy pool access — but the brand’s broader reputation for warmth and attentiveness extends across all stateroom categories.
06Accommodation
Categories range from Inside and Oceanview staterooms through Veranda staterooms to suites, including the Club Spa Suite and Club World Owner’s Suite. Every category includes cotton linens, plush robes, 24-hour room service, a mini-bar and a writing desk as standard; suites add butler service, complimentary Wi-Fi and full laundry.
Best For
Choose Azamara if you…
✓ Want the destination — not the ship — to be the highlight of your vacation
✓ Prefer small ships that dock in city centers and reach ports larger vessels can’t access
✓ Value long, late-night and overnight port stays over quick sightseeing stops
✓ Are drawn to authentic cultural immersion: local food, music, art and history
✓ Enjoy an intimate, sociable atmosphere without needing large-scale entertainment
Things to Consider
Maybe avoid Azamara if you…
— Are traveling with young children — the product is adult-forward, not family-focused
— Prefer an all-inclusive fare with no separate charges for Wi-Fi or most excursions
— Expect ultra-luxury formality — Azamara is boutique and relaxed, not white-glove ultra-luxury
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an Azamara world voyage cost?
Pricing varies by ship, suite category and season. Azamara’s fares sit at the upper-premium level, and the line is best sold on the value of its inclusions rather than sticker price alone. Speak with an advisor for current world voyage rates. Reserve your Voyage Consultation
What's included in an Azamara world voyage fare?
The “Always Azamara” fare includes select drinks, gratuities, self-serve laundry and 24-hour room service. Suite guests also receive butler service, complimentary Wi-Fi, full laundry and complimentary access to specialty dining. Shore excursions, premium beverage packages, Wi-Fi (for non-suite guests) and specialty dining cover charges (for non-suite guests) are available at an additional cost. “Read our guide to budgeting for a world voyage here.”
Who is Azamara best suited for?
Well-traveled, culturally curious guests — often couples or experienced cruisers stepping up from mainstream lines — who want a relaxed, immersive, destination-first experience over onboard spectacle.
Can I book a segment instead of the full world voyage?
Many world voyages can be booked in shorter segments rather than the full itinerary. Contact us for more details.
What does “longer stays” actually mean — how many overnight ports per voyage?
Azamara ports typically average 10+ hours, with more than half of all calls extending into late-night or overnight stays — giving guests real time ashore rather than a few rushed hours at each stop.