Size: Super
Type: Ocean
Style: Resort
Space: Spacious
Service: Very attentive
A social paradise at sea
Whether you seek family fun, romantic moments, or a personal retreat, Azura offers the perfect blend of entertainment and relaxation. Between visiting sun-soaked destinations, why not unwind by the pool, enjoy dazzling shows at The Playhouse, indulge in alfresco treatments at The Retreat, and experience unforgettable dining at venues like The Glass House? With so many venues, there's something for everyone onboard Azura.
Run by P&O Cruises, Azura is a large ocean resort ship inaugurated in 2010 and last refitted in 2014. It carries up to 3,100 guests, in 1,557 cabins, in addition to 1,250 crew members.
Expect a lively onboard atmosphere, with a wide choice of dining, entertainment and activities throughout the ship. Azura welcomes children on board.
There's seven restaurants and eating venues on board, with five complimentary venues and two available for a supplement. The ship also features five bars and lounges.
Azura has 1,557 cabins across nine accommodation categories. That includes inside and outside options. Amenities vary across the tiers, with higher-category cabins including a generous array of extra perks. But across the board, you'll still experience the signature P&O Cruises approach to quality and service.
Azura is a lovely old style (in my opinion) ship with lots of wood/wood effect and a good size in terms of capacity. Food was good. Entertainment was varied. Service and cleanliness were very good.
It was an amazing cruise, visiting places we had never been to before. The staff were lovely, friendly and helpful. Cabin was comfortable and clean, balcony a decent size on Deck B.
Excellent cruise on Azura. Balcony cabin. The weather was scorchio, up to 35degrees, but we managed the train to both Rome and Florence on our own. The crowds were oppressive so will go in an off peak season next time. Ajaccio in Corsica was surprising. Did the Petit Train down to the Sanguine Islands and the afternoon on the beach. Sicily; we ventured to the top of Etna on the P&O excursion. Fantastic guide, very funny and informative, and we took the coach to the Visitor Centre, onto the cable car, then into large 4x4 to get up to the subsidiary craters and do a lava walk. This was followed by a five course meal with 5 glasses of wine in the tasting at the Bodega. Excellent value for money. On the sea days I did some art classes, talks, took advantage of the pool, the gym and had two delicious meals in the Glass House. I had to come home for a rest!
Cabins - very well set out. Walk in type wardrobe where you can see your outfits and accessories and better plan your outfits. Two TVs - one viewable in the seated area, the other whilst relaxing on a very comfortable bed. Outdoor area (balcony) was good - foot rests as well as the usual chair.
Housekeeping - very good - White Company toiletries which was a nice surprise. Only down side was that the sheets were not changed daily; probably saving on water etc, but I would expect and prefer new sheets daily. Oh, I asked for more towels - accommodated within minutes.
For me, if your cabin meets your needs and is spacious that makes 40% of holiday.
Drinks were fab - we had the drinks package which was well worth the extra cost.
Facilities were good - lots of sun loungers albeit a little cramped in places
Gym, which we did not use
Lots of entertainment to suit all needs
Food was excellent - NO ISSUES here at all - varied and quick service. Have proper English bacon too!!
Destinations from the ship were good - mainly up the west coast of Italy and France - tenders, when required were plentiful
I was most impressed with the 'bonded flight' processes - bags dropped off at the airport check in and the next time you see them is outside your cabin door!! Going home the same, except you pick them up at the airport as usual!!
Overall we had a relaxing, decadent, time - the crew were excellent. Captain kept us informed about our travel and entertainment staff about the activities - I would highly recommend P&O to anyone and everyone!!
From stepping onto the ship to disembarking a week later the whole experience was pure luxury.
The staff were helpful and cheerful. The food was absolutely delicious. I thoroughly enjoyed getting dressed up every evening for dinner - it was fine dining - the choice of food was amazing.
I cant wait for my next cruise!
Flew out to Malta and then sailed up to Italy before returning to Malta and off again this time towards the Greek islands. Summer holidays so lots of children onboard including our granddaughters. They enjoyed the kids club and meeting Sean the Sheep. The shows were good as was the accommodation. Our trips ashore were brilliant despite the heat. Had a wonderful fortnight and nice to be back on Azura.
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