All things azura can you help

[efcmark777]

About to join Azura next week for its third or fourth cruise, this one to the Baltics. Disabled wheelchair user and wife in inside disabled accessible cabin on L deck.....ok with that but have some questions !

 

1. Despite some basic guidance re dress code still a bit confused about position on Azura. How many FORMAL nights are there on a 14 night cruise ? And for semi formal is that a jacket and shirt/tie or is a polo shirt under jacket acceptable ? And....sorry !.....what really is the casual dress code ? Is no jacket and polo ok ?

 

2. Can you book the new Sindhu restaurant ahead of joining the ship next week ?

 

3. Do P&O offer the soft drinks package that we had when on QM2 last year ? We dont drink much if at all and that soft drinks deal was great !

 

4. We have 7 disabled accessible tours booked.....should we be sorting currency for each country or will this be available for every port of call on the ship ? If yes, is it a huge rip off and would you advise taking some aboard beforehand ?

 

5. Are there a daily list of activities / things to do ?

 

Finally....early days yet so few will have experienced the Azura but this is our first "cruise" having done the crossing with QM2 and wondering about any top tips on the Azura......what to do what to avoid etc ? Bit worried that the wonderful QM2 will be such a hard act to follow, though this is clearly a very different style of ship/cruise.......but the food reports seem encouraging !

 

Much appreciate any help.

cheers, Mark

[Beckyfaye-2008]

efcmark 777

 

Re question one, below is the current dress requirement of P&O ships, in the new brochure page 31, it mentions there will be 4 formal, 4 semi formal and 6 smart casual on this Azura.

 

The following was copied from P&O Main Site

 

To help you pack for your holiday, below you’ll find a description of the different dress codes we operate and upon which ship they apply. If you do forget to pack something, then don’t worry as our shops carry a wide range of leisurewear and formal clothing.

Daywear

Casual shirts, shorts, trousers and beachwear are ideal. For going ashore and walking on deck, flat comfortable shoes are a must. You will also need a lightweight jacket or coat for cool evenings and occasional showers. Don’t forget sun protection cream, a sun hat and sunglasses as the sun is much stronger at sea. Packing a spare pair of glasses and an ample supply of any medicines you are taking is also a good idea.

Formal

This is the opportunity for ladies to wear formal evening wear such as an evening dress, smart trouser suit or a cocktail dress. For men, a dinner jacket or tuxedo are the norm, otherwise a dark lounge/ business suit and tie or formal national dress is fine. (Applies to all ships.)

Semi-Formal

Ladies can wear anything from tailored trousers to smart separates or an elegant dress, while men are required to wear a smart shirt and trousers with a jacket such as a blazer or sports jacket. A suit and tie may be worn but is not compulsory. (From April 2009 Semi-Formal applies to Arcadia, Artemis, Aurora, Azura and Oriana only.) Think this should read April 2010.

Smart Casual

Stylish resort or leisurewear is ideal, for example casual separates or dresses for ladies and open-neck polo shirts and casual trousers (not shorts) for men. A jacket and smart trousers may be worn but are not compulsory. Smart dark denim may be worn however we request that the following items are not worn: sportswear, e.g. trainers, football shirts and tracksuits. Bring your brightest clothes for our Tropical evenings. (Applies to all ships.)

For a typical two week cruise:

Oceana and Ventura - From April 2009 there will normally be four Formal evenings and ten Smart Casual evenings. Arcadia, Aurora, Oriana and Artemis – there are normally four Formal evenings, four Semi-Formal evenings and six Smart Casual. However in extremely hot temperatures these dress codes may be relaxed. We will send you confirmation of the specific details of your cruise with your travel documents.

Children: The dress code is applicable to all passengers of 18 years and over and we request that on Formal or Semi-Formal evenings children wear, as a minimum, Smart Casual dress, however on these occasions dark denim is not permitted.

Please do not wear your swimsuit in the lounges, interior bars, restaurants or reception area. A shirt and suitable footwear is required while indoors and when using the buffets. In the evenings all restaurants and bars comply with the dress code of the evening.

 

 

Only spent an evening on her but she is a lovely ship.