What Is Age Range on Journey?

[BrendaJ]

Gee, that's too bad about White Night. We were on the Galaxy in February, and John, the Journey's current cruise director, was telling us about White Night at our Cruise Critic party, and that we should ask our cabin steward for white sheets for togas (no longer in use since the Galaxy got new linens - I guess this was a way to get some more mileage out of them). They did the mask making near the pool the afternoon of the party, and by the time I got there, all the chairs were full, so Dudley made his own mask out a copy of the Daily, and I opted for face paint.

 

The party was actually packed when we went. Dudley and I and one other couple were the only ones wearing togas, but we got a few laughts out of them. Most people wore white and about 70% were wearing a mask or face paint (they were painting faces at the entrance to the party). It was actually a really good time. Of course, one poster mentioned "decades-old music" and I guess they did play quite a lot of 80's type stuff, but I'm a big fan of 80's music so that was fine with me.

 

I guess it might be hard to make White Night a success on a smaller ship, but when we go on the Quest next year, I'll certainly check it out if they still offer it.

[fog1]

Gee, that's too bad about White Night. We were on the Galaxy in February, and John, the Journey's current cruise director, was telling us about White Night at our Cruise Critic party, and that we should ask our cabin steward for white sheets for togas (no longer in use since the Galaxy got new linens - I guess this was a way to get some more mileage out of them). They did the mask making near the pool the afternoon of the party, and by the time I got there, all the chairs were full, so Dudley made his own mask out a copy of the Daily, and I opted for face paint.

 

The party was actually packed when we went. Dudley and I and one other couple were the only ones wearing togas, but we got a few laughts out of them. Most people wore white and about 70% were wearing a mask or face paint (they were painting faces at the entrance to the party). It was actually a really good time. Of course, one poster mentioned "decades-old music" and I guess they did play quite a lot of 80's type stuff, but I'm a big fan of 80's music so that was fine with me.

 

I guess it might be hard to make White Night a success on a smaller ship, but when we go on the Quest next year, I'll certainly check it out if they still offer it.

 

Brenda,

One of the problems with White Night and other activities on the May 19th sailing was lack of "marketing." The mask-making took place a couple of days earlier and we really had no idea why we were doing this, other than to pass the time at sea. Likewise, as I mentioned elsewhere, very few came to White Night and those who did were not there long. My take on the situation is a part of this is the age demographic and the rough seas.

 

As far as the music is concerned, I'm a 60's and 70's fan, but pretty much like everything except rap.

[hblackmon]

My husband and I are in our late 20s and we are booked on the 2 week repositioning cruise on the Journey in late October. I expect that the average age on the ship will be significantly older, but it doesn't really matter to us. It's funny that cruising is the only vacation that people tend to worry about the ages of others while on vacation (I do the same thing, so I'm not pointing fingers, just making an observation).

 

We have found the nicer the ship, the older the average age - probably due to how much vacation time and disposable income they have. We have had some great nights hanging out with much older couples, so don't worry about the average age so much. It really just depends on who books on your cruise - luck of the draw! :)

[Spf12]

My husband and I are in our late 20s and we are booked on the 2 week repositioning cruise on the Journey in late October. I expect that the average age on the ship will be significantly older, but it doesn't really matter to us. It's funny that cruising is the only vacation that people tend to worry about the ages of others while on vacation (I do the same thing, so I'm not pointing fingers, just making an observation).

 

We have found the nicer the ship, the older the average age - probably due to how much vacation time and disposable income they have. We have had some great nights hanging out with much older couples, so don't worry about the average age so much. It really just depends on who books on your cruise - luck of the draw! :)

 

I could not have said it better.Age is on a calender,It's how one feels that matters.My wife and I are 60 and can party like a 25 year old(my son's age). He admits he can'keep up with me.

[tinkr2]

I think it's too soon to tell who Azamara's typical cruiser will be. Most people sailing so far thought they were booking the Zenith.

 

I am 45 and the ships and itineraries appeal to me in a big way. I sort of hope when I do sail with them everyone else is in their 80s. No fighting for deck chairs around the pool! :)

 

No kidding. I never had to fight for a chair on HAL. And no matter what I thought I looked like in a bikini, even I know I look better than an 80 year old. I have never felt so young ! {am 42}:p

[tinkr2]

Ex #1: Just got off the GP W Carib in April. The disco was deserted by 11 pm as well as pretty much everything else. The disco also closed at 2 am EVERY night. Never seen that before. Luckily, we found a married couple that could definately hang as you can see in the pictures. If it hadn't been for them there would have been almost no social scene at all. Seemed like everyone kept very much to themselves and tucked in EARLY. I have never witnessed this on a cruise before. They were practically BEGGING for people to participate in pool games!

 

We love the food on HAL but the there is no night life. This is fine with hubby because it gets him out of dancing. But we at least want a piano bar with a little action going on. I hope the Journey has a mix of ages. Just makes everything more interesting. The higher the price cruise, it seems the older the clientele. It takes a while for most people to get established so they have discretionary income.

[kelmac]

On the May 26th sailing there was a wide range of age groups. Very few children, but a much younger crowd than we expected. There was a wedding on the ship, with a whole entourage of adults in their 20's. They seemed to be having a great time. My wild guess would be = the average age was in the early 50's.

John, the cruise director, did tell us he was in kind of a panic concerning what to do with a couple of the late July cruises. It seems one of those cruises will have 158 children on board. Unlike many other ships, children on the Journey are very noticeable. We had less than ten very well behaved children, but we did see them everywhere. This is a small ship.

We loved the Journey, and look forward to cruising on her, and her sister ship the Quest, in the future.

 

Enjoy!

Kel

[Wheeler63]

My husband and I are in our late 20s and we are booked on the 2 week repositioning cruise on the Journey in late October. I expect that the average age on the ship will be significantly older, but it doesn't really matter to us. It's funny that cruising is the only vacation that people tend to worry about the ages of others while on vacation (I do the same thing, so I'm not pointing fingers, just making an observation).

 

We have found the nicer the ship, the older the average age - probably due to how much vacation time and disposable income they have. We have had some great nights hanging out with much older couples, so don't worry about the average age so much. It really just depends on who books on your cruise - luck of the draw! :)

 

You're very right. The predominate age is 60+ but they know know how to party! I found the fellow passengers,regardless of age, o be the friendliest and most sociable I've known before. It was like being with extended family of all ages!

[SheilaNC]

Completely agree that age is a 'state' of mind. We (post retirement age :)) often 'hang out' with couples much younger than us and, sometimes, with those much older. In fact, one couple, the age of our children, that we met on our Med cruise is among our best friends. We've vacationed with them twice already and plan other trips in the future. If you have an open mind, enjoy making new friends, and initiate conversations with those around you, you'll have a blast. We do!

[scarlett68]

Hi,

 

Does anyone have an update on this from recent cruises? Thanks:)

[Luckyladym]

Had a large range of ages...but my estimate would be that the majority were those in the 55-70 group. There were certainly many below 55 and some above 70.

 

However, there were no children except for the toddler who's Dad was a staff member.

 

As I recall, there was still activity in the Casino, and the Martini Bar at midnight.

 

Marilyn

[susiesan]

Just came off Journey PC cruise of March 1-15 yesterday. Majority of people were retired and in their 60's to 70's. There was one child on board. I did not see anyone in their 20's or 30's, maybe a few in their 40's. We are in our mid 50's and felt like some of the youngest on board. We managed to hook up with some interesting people we met both on the ship and through our roll call. We always ate at a large table with new people each time and about half were duds/boring/unresponsive. This is not a party crowd.

[hshowalter]

I am 76 & have been on 62 cruises & #63 will be on the Journey 3-22-08 for 18 night Brazilan cruise.There are very few young people who spend more time in the Fitness Center or the swimming pool than I do. My wife & I participate in many of the activities.We have wonall kinds of contest & prizes. So young people donot knock Seniors because some day you will be one too.

[dabear]

Just off Journey SO AM cruise 2/27-3/10. The majority were in the 55-70 age but there were a few couples in their 20s and 30s. Actually, there were some older people that reserved not just 2 seats at the pool, but actually 4, 2 in sun and 2 in shade. that did not last long and generally, the pax were very nice and well traveled.

[Gitte]

Just off Journey SO AM cruise 2/27-3/10. The majority were in the 55-70 age but there were a few couples in their 20s and 30s. Actually, there were some older people that reserved not just 2 seats at the pool, but actually 4, 2 in sun and 2 in shade. that did not last long and generally, the pax were very nice and well traveled.

 

Hello Dabear,

 

How was the cruise? We booked the Quest for 29 March.

Was Nitrodog also on your cruise?

 

Gitte (Constellation Febr. 2006)

[dabear]

Hello Gitte: How are you? This was the 1st cruise in a while that nitrodog was not with us; instead, they did a repositioning cruise on Insignia 3/10 from Rio to Barcelona.

From our brief posts (I've been very busy upon our return), I think you can see that imho, the cruise was great. Food and service (with one or 2 exceptions), was great and the crew are very helpful. We hope you have a great time and we cruise together again. Currently, Nitrodog and us are booked on HAL in Jan, 09 for Mexican Riviera. Enjoy!

[sab92000]

I'm 29 and my wife is 31, I'm interested to see if were the youngest on the ship

[Tinwoman]

We are just off The Azamara Journey TA, we are 49 and 48, I enjoyed the older mature crowd.

The games played on board were packed, but late night dancing until 2 or 3 am no.

I know while sailing the warmer seas, as they are now, there will be younger crowds, with lots of dancing.

I mean there are soooo many cruise lines catering to the younger crowds, NCL, RCCl, Carnival, etc. there is something out there for everyone.

[First in Class]

We enjoy the diversity of age ranges on cruises. We're early 30s and have always made friends on cruises.

 

Also agree that average age increases the longer the cruise, nicer the cruise line, and farther from the Caribbean you go.

 

There's probably also an inverse correlation between increased age and port intensity, such as on transatlantics.

 

Looking forward to our first Azamara cruise this year! We hear most of the initial service issues/growing pains have been resolved.

[sjde]

We were on Journey for the Western Med cruise in November and we're in our mid-50's. I'd say average was 65-75.

 

Sue

[sjde]

This was our 5th cruise (none taken in summer) and I'd say the average age was about the same on the others. With the exception of spring break Mexican Riviera.

 

Sue

[BurgerBits]

We are just off The Azamara Journey TA, we are 49 and 48, I enjoyed the older mature crowd.

The games played on board were packed, but late night dancing until 2 or 3 am no.

I know while sailing the warmer seas, as they are now, there will be younger crowds, with lots of dancing.

I mean there are soooo many cruise lines catering to the younger crowds, NCL, RCCl, Carnival, etc. there is something out there for everyone.

 

Huh.

 

We'd been considering an Azamara trip but, at 48 and 52, do not consider ourselves 'older.' Occasionally mature, but certainly not old :D!

[First in Class]

Huh.

 

We'd been considering an Azamara trip but, at 48 and 52, do not consider ourselves 'older.' Occasionally mature, but certainly not old :D!

 

Hi Dawn! We were on Century together in June/July! Hope you are well.