takemewithyou Posted April 9 #26 Share Posted April 9 2 minutes ago, royallondon said: Regent is due to get the first new build in 2026 and so if my total speculation is anywhere near the mark, I am more thinking the acquisition of a Regent Ship, Mariner, Voyager. That could be, I suppose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Host Jazzbeau Posted April 9 #27 Share Posted April 9 I would rather see Azamara take Oceania's R-class ships, one or two at a time. From a marine standpoint, they are nowhere near end-of-life. From an environmental standpoint, they could be updated with new engines that run on clean fuels (like Windstar did to the little sisters – and Azamara wouldn't need to splice in new cabins because they are already the right size). As others have said, it is important that Azamara have a uniform (and uniformly excellent) experience across its fleet – having identical ships is a good start for that. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Host Jazzbeau Posted April 10 #28 Share Posted April 10 I don't know if this is part of the 'big' announcement, but as of 11 pm Eastern there are now 24 cruises for Jan – June 2026 on the Azamara website. [Onward, Pursuit and Quest only; no cruises listed for Journey] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare uktog Posted April 10 #29 Share Posted April 10 4 hours ago, Host Jazzbeau said: I don't know if this is part of the 'big' announcement, but as of 11 pm Eastern there are now 24 cruises for Jan – June 2026 on the Azamara website. [Onward, Pursuit and Quest only; no cruises listed for Journey] Journey cruises were on the info I was sent from Azamara Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belfastman Posted April 10 #30 Share Posted April 10 The information I got had no Journey cruises listed for October 2025 - June 2026. There did not seem to be any 'new' exciting itineraries, and the prices for the 2026 cruises were very high. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excitedofharpenden Posted April 10 #31 Share Posted April 10 11 hours ago, Host Jazzbeau said: I would rather see Azamara take Oceania's R-class ships, one or two at a time. From a marine standpoint, they are nowhere near end-of-life. From an environmental standpoint, they could be updated with new engines that run on clean fuels (like Windstar did to the little sisters – and Azamara wouldn't need to splice in new cabins because they are already the right size). As others have said, it is important that Azamara have a uniform (and uniformly excellent) experience across its fleet – having identical ships is a good start for that. That would be a waste of time with Azamara in my view. At least with Windstar they stretched the ship, changed the cabins out and added new venues before they changed the engines. And the cabins were a much better size to begin with. New ships please, but not too big. Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mackdogmolly Posted April 10 #32 Share Posted April 10 They’ve been teasing new ports on social media. That’s probably all it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laganlady02 Posted April 10 #33 Share Posted April 10 2 minutes ago, Mackdogmolly said: They’ve been teasing new ports on social media. That’s probably all it is. Have you not received the email? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mackdogmolly Posted April 10 #34 Share Posted April 10 18 minutes ago, Laganlady02 said: Have you not received the email? Which one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anchor Light Posted April 10 #35 Share Posted April 10 1 hour ago, Mackdogmolly said: Which one? "The news you have been waiting for!" - new 2025 and 2026 itineraries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurieb Posted April 10 #36 Share Posted April 10 (edited) big presence in the Caribbean! Can't say I'm favorably impressed with the offerings. Edited April 10 by laurieb 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrendaJ Posted April 10 #37 Share Posted April 10 Honestly, the prices are bonkers - many of these itineraries are over $1,000 Canadian per person per night for a standard verandah cabin. At that price point, Silversea and Seabourn are looking pretty good. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laganlady02 Posted April 10 #38 Share Posted April 10 39 minutes ago, BrendaJ said: Honestly, the prices are bonkers - many of these itineraries are over $1,000 Canadian per person per night for a standard verandah cabin. At that price point, Silversea and Seabourn are looking pretty good. Last November the cancelled ports in the med for Onward, the issues on Quest in the Amazon, the recently cancelled cruises in the Red Sea for Journey and Onward and yesterday another cancellation for Journey have all necessitated refunds and or enhanced FCCs. That lost revenue has to be recouped and going forward that means prices will be higher. I agree the prices are eye watering- for a few suites (CC and CW) I have priced it is astronomical. Perhaps Azamara will introduce more OBC to soften the blow if bookings are slow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevintheIrishDJ Posted April 10 #39 Share Posted April 10 Besides the price increases, the other change is the Quest is being moved to the Caribbean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
takemewithyou Posted April 10 #40 Share Posted April 10 I don’t care for these Caribbean itineraries that begin or end in San Juan PR or Barbados. It’s great for Azamara and the bottom line…..saves fuel costs for the 2 days on either end back and forth to Miami, but for the guests, it is extra time and money on our end to get to those beginning ports and get hotels……unless you live in Florida, I guess. The only RT Miami cruises are on Onward. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mare s. Posted April 10 #41 Share Posted April 10 Underwhelmed by the "big" reveal. A couple of new ports in the Caribbean and one in Japan? Plus the Caribbean cruises are in October....good luck with hurricane season! I am excited about the Canada cruises (and have already booked) for Fall 2025, but the rest seem meh. But I will wait and watch. (and see what the service, food, etc. are like on our upcoming Azamara cruise in June) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrendaJ Posted April 10 #42 Share Posted April 10 Oops - the prices in Canadian I saw were per cabin, not per person. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PirateWife Posted April 10 #43 Share Posted April 10 (edited) Not seeing anything that interests me in the new itineraries. I have done the Carribean enough times. Edited April 10 by PirateWife other Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Host Jazzbeau Posted April 10 #44 Share Posted April 10 Did anyone get an email today announcing the big news? Or is it just the new itineraries on the website? That hardly seemed worth the build up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royallondon Posted April 10 #45 Share Posted April 10 5 minutes ago, Host Jazzbeau said: Did anyone get an email today announcing the big news? Or is it just the new itineraries on the website? That hardly seemed worth the build up. Received email. Much to do about nothing, over hyped. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Host Jazzbeau Posted April 10 #46 Share Posted April 10 1 minute ago, royallondon said: Received email. Much to do about nothing, over hyped. Odd. I had gotten the 'save the date' email, but nothing today... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayden Posted April 10 #47 Share Posted April 10 59 minutes ago, Host Jazzbeau said: Did anyone get an email today announcing the big news? Or is it just the new itineraries on the website? That hardly seemed worth the build up. I agree...big disappointment, especially after all the build up and having to look for it in my junk mail. Check yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crzrr Posted April 10 #48 Share Posted April 10 9 hours ago, uktog said: Journey cruises were on the info I was sent from Azamara Hi - could you tell us what you are seeing for the Journey? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgg Posted April 10 #49 Share Posted April 10 1 hour ago, BrendaJ said: Oops - the prices in Canadian I saw were per cabin, not per person. No wonder I couldn't find the prices you were talking about.😃 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgg Posted April 10 #50 Share Posted April 10 1 hour ago, Host Jazzbeau said: Did anyone get an email today announcing the big news? Or is it just the new itineraries on the website? That hardly seemed worth the build up. Here's the email: Because of your loyalty, we wanted to give you an exclusive sneak peek of our thrilling new itineraries, promising to transport you to new ports of call across the globe. Prepare to explore destinations that we’ve never visited before. Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of the Caribbean with our back-to-back sailings with no sea days and enticing new ports like Scarborough, Tobago where you can join a snorkeling adventure and witness the Buccoo Reef. Or venture to Gantheaume Point in Broome, Australia and stand in a 120-million-year-old dinosaur footprint. In South America, uncover the vibrant culture of Santa Marta, Colombia, as ancient ruins and colonial architecture invite exploration at every turn. For all foodies, indulge in the culinary wonders of Maizuru, Japan, where expert chefs will guide you through the art of sushi-making. At Azamara Cruises, we believe true exploration demands more than fleeting visits. That’s why we proudly offer more time in port than any other cruise line, including Extended Destination Days of 10 hours or more in port. To fully immerse yourself in the local culture, we’re thrilled to introduce new AzAmazing Evenings on these itineraries – complimentary cultural events offering unforgettable performances and experiences that celebrate the essence of each destination. Your next unforgettable voyage awaits – are you ready to set sail with us? Secure your spot onboard today. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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