Qtypie617

Anyone know in a suite if you can request different types of liquor from the norm provided?

6 hours ago, excitedofharpenden said:

Just to say, you were going to upgrade to the Ultimate Beverage Package?  I'm not sure if you have the standard package included in your perks?  If you have then unlike Celebrity you can't upgrade by paying the difference. You have to buy the whole thing at daily Ultimate rate. Stupid if you ask me. Wanted to mention in case you weren't aware. 

 

Phil 

We don’t get any additional beverage package.  We are at a level we can get 10% off the ultimate.  We will be adding the ultimate beverage package, this girl needs her Patron and they have some decent wines!

10 hours ago, Host Grandma Cruising said:

Discoveries restaurant (main dining room) is excellent. The menu does indeed change daily, although it also has some ‘standard’ items that are on every day (e.g. Escargots, Prawns with Marie Rose sauce, French Onion Soup, Caesar salad, New York Strip Steak, Chicken etc). In addition to the printed menu there are also two additional main courses one of which relates to the destination and one of which is a chef’s special.

You can choose to ask for a table for two, or ask to join a shared table. It’s anytime dining and there’s a very nice bar there too which is handy.

The Patio works differently by day and at night. By day it serves a range of served dishes such as burgers (the Greek burger is wonderful), brochettes, chilli etc. You can also bring food from Windows buffet out there. In the evening there is a different menu with things like steak, lamb etc. Again, though, you can bring starters/desserts etc from Windows buffet.

When you get onboard you’ll find two places where you can make your speciality restaurant bookings - there’s a permanent desk inside the main entrance to Windows buffet and there will be another one somewhere on embarkation day. On our last cruise in July it was just inside Spirits bar. The people at the desks will know when things like the White Night are (did you know there is always a a White Night - a deck party where most people wear something white (tho’ this is not obligatory) with an on-deck very nice BBQ often including lobster, steak etc).

Hope this is helpful.

This is such great information.  Was curious about main dining room as we have a suite and when on Celebrity usually book Aqua class.  Great and helpful information.

Just now, laurieb said:

Be sure to read the thread above, Azamara for newbies; tons of helpful information 

Thak you.  I have managed to read all that.  Just introducing and if anyone was ever as new as we were that had advice.  We are excited yet unsure of the unknown.  Always have departed from the states, never international.  We are not international travel newbies though!

Hello all,

My husband and I just booked our first Azamara cruise on the Pursuit for Dec 9th, 2020 from Singapore for his birthday on the 12th and our 20th anniversary on the 18th.  We splurged fot the Club Continent suite with shower.  We have sailed Celebrity several times recently and Royal a few in the past.  We love the itinerary as I get to go back to Bali to see “family” and finally get to see Australia.  I find that information is hard to locate because such small ships and passenger count.  We plan on upgrading to ultimate beverage package, me for Patron and better wine and him for Scotch and better wine.  For a complete Azamara newbie like me, but not new to Celebrity, what do I need to know?  We plan on picking out specialty restaurants and making reservations as soon as we embark.  Is the main dining room worth a few visits?  Does that menu change nightly?  Can’t find much on The Patio for dinner, is it a nice setting?  We aren’t into shows and such but do like to find like minded people to share good conversation and have a great time.  Looking to hear thoughts.

Thanks all!

Any feedback on Indulgence? I apologize if I missed it. Were you docked or tendered in St Thomas? If docked, which pier? Enjoying your updates as we sail next Saturday!

I havent shopped there pre cruise, but have shopped there in a pinch when I couldnt drive out to Total Wine. They have a good but not extensive selection, if you have something particular in mind, give them a call maybe 3 weeks out prior to your trip.

Thank you!

Wondering if anyone has shopped here for their wine pre-cruise? They deliver which is good so I can maybe organize my order ahead of time and have it at the hotel. I know CVS and Walgreen's sell wine but not the brand or winery I am looking for. Any feedback would be appreciated.

For those who have stayed here can you provide your personal assessment of the hotel and customer service? Is the hotel centrally located to shops, restaurants? Walking distance?

 

Thanks in advance for your feedback.

My husband and I stayed here in 2012 pre-cruise. We arrived, our bags taken and brought to us when we got to the room, all in a matter of 10-15 minutes. Check in was super smooth and the desk was very friendly; we were very early and no problem. The room was fabulous, although we had a very noisy AC and the bed was a bit uncomfortable for my liking. I was to excited for the cruise that I would not have slept with quiet AC or super comfortable bed! ;)

There are plenty of restaurants/shops within walking distance. We got there early we walked to a Subway for lunch, wandered around Bayside (plenty of shops) near the water, and around the city. We were there in December and they had a little market setup near Bayside and a concert at night. For dinner we ate at an Italian restaurant, Fratelli Milano. Awesome food and ambiance. There is a Starbucks right down the street for breakfast/coffee pre-cruise or whatever you are looking for. CVS for picking up last minute supplies, wine, etc.

Hope this helps you make your decision. We are doing a cruise again in December and we are actually not repeating at the Marquis we are going to try the Intercontinental just from a location and cost perspective.

Our cabin (1531) had the vestibule area, only without the outer doors, so the actual cabin doors were inset from the corridor. The cabin number was in the inset area, facing the cabin number plaque next door. Both of us could stand in that vestibule area while searching for our Seapass cards without blocking the corridor. The cabin doors definitely opened out, but because of the vestibule area, did not open directly into the corridor.

Out of curiosity, what room was next to you in the vestibule? Was it 1533 or 1529?

Any word on Le String? Haven't been in a while. Hoping to head there in December when many other ships in port, wish I could make a reservation for two front row chairs and umbrella in advance! :)