Azamara

Azamara's four boutique ships carry around 690 guests each, small enough to dock in ports that larger vessels simply cannot reach. That means charming harbour towns, island anchorages and less-visited coastal destinations that rarely appear on mainstream itineraries. The onboard atmosphere reflects this intimacy too, with a high crew-to-guest ratio, spacious open decks and a relaxed, sociable feel that makes the ship as enjoyable as the destination.

AzAmazing Evenings are Azamara's signature complimentary events, hosted ashore in iconic settings chosen for each destination. From private access to historic sites and open-air cultural performances to locally inspired food and music, these evenings are included in your cruise fare. Onboard, the White Night party brings guests and crew together in white for an evening of music, dancing and celebration under the open sky. It runs on every sailing. Two experiences found nowhere else.

Azamara averages more overnight stays and late-night port departures than any comparable luxury cruise line. That means arriving in Dubrovnik at dawn, spending a full day exploring, staying for dinner in the old town and sailing at midnight, rather than leaving at 5pm with everyone else. Fewer sea days, longer port windows and more evenings ashore add up to a fundamentally different way of seeing the world.

Azamara includes more in the cruise fare than most comparable lines. Selected wines, spirits, beers and soft drinks are included from day one, alongside gratuities and shuttle buses into port in many destinations. Suite guests receive the upgraded Ultimate Beverage Package as part of their fare. It is a straightforward, generous approach to pricing that means fewer unexpected costs on board.

The more you sail with Azamara, the more you earn. Azamara Circle is the loyalty programme for returning guests, with five tiers from Adventurer through to Discoverer Platinum. Benefits include savings on future voyages booked onboard, complimentary Wi-Fi minutes, spa discounts, free laundry and priority check-in at select ports. Points are earned for every night you sail, with higher stateroom categories earning faster.