The News Travel Editor Column Discover the Joys of Small Ship Cruising | Discover the Joys of Small Ship Cruising |
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If you like the idea of cruising on a ship that resembles an intimate boutique hotel rather than a giant resort, and you don’t want to give up the modern amenities and the wide range of activities offered by large cruise ships, you’ll want to take a look at Azamara Cruises and three of the ships in Princess Cruises’ fleet. Weighing in at a little over 30,000 tons, Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest are able to venture to smaller and more off-beat ports that larger ships are too big to visit. And because these ships carry just 700 passengers, you don’t have to deal with huge lines of people waiting to be tendered ashore when the ship anchors. Once onboard, it’s easy to get around. You can walk from bow to stern in a manner of minutes, and there are half as many steps as you’ll find in larger vessels.In addition to offering a more personalized experience, Azamara ships have recently undergone a $17.5 million revitalization that includes new European bedding and soft goods, flat screen televisions, new veranda decking and furniture, and wireless Internet service in all staterooms and public areas. Plus, over 90% of the staterooms offer ocean views, and 58% have a private veranda. Regardless of your accommodation category, you can take advantage of English-style butler service, and, if you wish, you can enjoy a full breakfast, afternoon tea, and canapés in your suite. You can also opt for a romantic, multi-course meal served on your own private veranda. The Royal Princess, Tahitian Princess (soon to be renamed the Ocean Princess), and Pacific Princess also provide an intimate ambience for visiting some of the world’s most fascinating destinations. These ships bring to mind the refined, bygone tradition of cruising—with the addition of modern amenities such as fresh-water swimming pools, a casino, and lavish production shows. In addition, Princess trademark features such as ScholarShip@Sea, the Lotus Spa, and Sabatini’s Italian restaurant, are available on the line’s small ships. To learn more about small ship experiences, call us today at (866) 277-8618. Azamara ships visit 200 ports in over 70 countries. Itineraries include Bermuda, the Caribbean, South America/Antarctica, the Panama Canal, Europe, and Asia.                 Trackback(0)
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