Port Power

Yours is a very strange comment when the OP said quite clearly in his review that he was very happy with his overall experience. Dissatisfaction with some wine doesn’t mean the whole cruise was unsatisfactory.

I always found that smoking area the most social area on the ship. Not everyone smoked, as some were partners. People coming through from inside would sometimes complain but never used the door on the opposite side of the bar instead.

The laundry can be quite a social hub. Washers, driers and ironing boards, and washing pods are included. There are rarely actual queues, but finding an empty machine takes practice for timing. Port day mornings are a good time.

No, the cruise lines aren’t selling knock offs. Buying via eBay and such online private outlets is rife with items not exactly what is described!

I was only referring to the booking bonus for Elite members of an upgrade. For example, pay for 1C and receive 1A. In reality, that is only two decks up, or mid ships instead of fore or aft.

Several years ago we were in the same position. To use the non refundable OBC my husband bought a good Citizen Eco watch with the intention of selling on ebay or the like. However, the watch didn't come with the usual paperwork you receive in a shop on land. My son said there are many so-called brand name watches for sale online, but not all are the real deal. He did sell the watch on-line eventually (the purchaser received a really good deal!) and I did get some cash from that OBC, but it is not something I would do again for recommend. Isn't one of the shops skin care, make up and perfumes? Stock up or buy for Christmas presents.

Azamara ships are too small to offer cabin upgrades. There aren't enough decks! 🤣

Think of it as a pen name rather than an "alias". I think it is also really helpful to show your country in the avatar so that replies will be relevant to you. For example, you are given suggestions relevant to the UK rather than USA.

For example, I prefer the sitting area next to balcony so that I can easily move around the leisure area without having to squeeze past the bed. As other posts described, bigger ships alternately swap the bed and sitting area, so you can choose your preference if you have one.

If you cancel once on the ship to get a refund so that you can rebook using OBC, you might lose out on the excursion. Friends did this. They lost their place when they cancelled and someone on the waiting list had first option. Just for information. It might well depend on the shore excursion staff at the time.

No, not correct. It has been years since AZ followed Celebrity with being able to book shore excursions online using OBC. Azamara's OBC of course, as TA OBC isn't posted until after you board. I think you might have a fight on your hands trying to claim a refund for tours you booked online. We used to have to wait until we were on the ship to use OBC and did not receive refunds for paid shorex. Hopefully there might be a more recent example if this has happened.

@floridababa meant, I assume, a cruise with Scenic River Cruises.

As @floridababa wrote “scenic” instead of “Scenic”, the could easily be confused as just describing a picturesque cruise. Understandable for many who don’t know all the river cruise companies. I am totally confounded by your response, though. Why “horrific”? Is Viking not nearly as good as Scenic? Having included beverages all day, good food, guided walks at every stop, plus a couple of major included tours does give Scenic the edge, but I thought Viking was pretty well rated too?

That will be from Az, which as you see can be used for shorex. In my previous experience, TA OBC shows in your onboard account a day or two after boarding.

You won’t see OBC in your account until you are on the ship. However it should show on the booking paperwork from your TA. General OBC from Azamara is not refundable and will automatically be used first. OBC from your TA is usually refundable, so if you don’t use it, you can take it as cash on the last day, or credit it back to your credit card.

I have no idea what happened! “Selfie” of an blank mind?

I do like medium rare, but must admit your steak was not bleeding. Well cooked and well rested. Now, back to your trip report…….

You beat me to it! 🤣

It is restricted to your stateroom. However, there is nothing to stop you taking your drink in its glass from your cabin out to the pool deck or sunset deck, etc. You will need mixers in your cabin fridge though.

It would not be welcomed by me, either. I already receive enough free WiFi, not that I use it while at sea, so why should I have to pay for it? Also, I don't expect top tier wines to be included for the fares Azamara charge. I agree with @Host Jazzbeau that you are expecting luxury inclusions on a Premium grade ship. I sail with Silver Sea and Regent Seven Seas too, but I pay a lot more for those extras as well as larger cabins. I choose Azamara for what it is, an excellent premium cruise line with great staff. I am happy just to pay extra for Champagne.

No. One of the few rules when you join is promotion and naming of travel agents is not allowed. Perhaps check out some reviews in your local area.

Tile. Not as good but used with Android phones. There is also a very expensive brand that requires a subscription. Now that Apple has improved on Tile, Samsung will probably work on it further. 🙂

iPhone, iPad, iWatch. All will keep track of AirTags when Bluetooth is turned on (and other Apple products are around).

Hearing about baggage problems all over the world recently, I ordered AirTags on Monday. I’m flying to Amsterdam via Doha in early October and then transferring to KLM for a short flight to Denmark. Even with 2 hr 45 min, I am no longer completely confidant bags will arrive, but at least I will know where they are! I’m arriving four days pre cruise, which will help .