Azamara Quest, June 10-17, 2012

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A New Standard in Lifestyle Cruises

• This small upscale ship is a Great way to Discover new ports
• Enjoy the intimacy and personalized service
• Complementary house wines with lunch and dinner
• Azamara Club Cruises has branched from Celebrity Cruises

 

Plunge deep into the fantasy realms of sheer passion
Sink into style and comfort
Exquisite service & candled erotic atmospheres

Azamara Up Market and Authentic

Azamara Club Cruises is a destination-immersive cruise line for up-market travelers who want to not only see the places and cultures they visit, but to live them.

Azamara offers a European-boutique hotel ambience with extraordinary service, fine cuisine and wines from around the world, all while sailing to a host of destinations larger ships cannot reach.

Amenities galore and anything you can think of in the way of activities is here for your pleasure. Experience this erotic paradise where the nightlife is never ending.

Itinerary for Azamara Quest 2012- New Update!

Date	Port	Arrive	Depart
Sunday, June 10	Venice, Italy		6:00 pm
Monday, June 11	Harv, Croatia	12:00 noon	2:00 am
Tuesday, June 12	Kotor, Montenegro	2:00 pm
Wednesday, June 13	Kotor, Montenegro		3:00 pm
Wednesday, June 13	Dubrovnik, Croatia	8:00 pm
Thursday, June 14	Dubrovnik, Croatia		10:00 pm
Friday, June 15	At Sea
Saturday, June 16	Treiste, Italy	8:00 am	8:00 pm
Sunday, June 17	Venice, Italy	7:00 am

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Rates for the Suites & Staterooms

Cabin Type	Price
Club Interior Stateroom	1500
Club Ocean Stateroom	2199
Club Veranda Stateroom	2899
Club Deluxe Veranda Stateroom	2899
Club Deluxe Veranda Stateroom	3049
Club Continent Suite	3599
Club Ocean Suite	6599
Club World Owners Suite	7699

Rates in $ USD per Person based on Double occupancy
Taxes and Tips: extra $285.00 pp

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Payments Plan & Cancellation Policy

Payments Schedule:
$1000 to confirm your reservation.

Prices are Per Person in $USD.
All cabins will have a one time additional charge of $285.00 per person . This covers - Port Charges, Taxes, Document Fees, Gratuities, Administration & Security Fees. We strongly encourage cruise Protection Insurance

IMORTANT NOTE ABOUT THE INVOICES FROM "Luxury Lifestyle Cruises:
We have found the invoices to be a bit confusing. Under Daily Charges the invoice lists the "Total price in USD." This amount does not include the taxes/fees and is not actually the TOTAL price. It is the total before taxes/fees.

Example from the 2011 sailing: Outside Cabin is $1999 per person.
Total daily charge of $3998. PLUS the $250 per person taxes/fee = $4498 total for 2

Luxury Lifestyle Cruises says as of April 19, 2010 they plan to improve the wording on the invoice to eleviate this confusion. We will update this site as we see the changes.

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Ship Facts

Occupancy: 694
Tonnage: 30,277
Length: 593 ft
Beam: 95 ft
Draught: 19.85 ft
Cruise Speed: 18.5 kts
Inaugural Date: May 05, 2007

Ship Highlights Features and Facilities

Azamara Cruises is setting a new bar for industry standards when it comes to onboard service. They have made it their business to provide you with anticipatory service each moment of your vacation.

Forgo the crowds and experience a voyage tailor-made for today's discerning traveler aboard Azamara Quest..

• Daily enrichment programs (like wine and champagne tasting)
• Complementary Wine Served with Lunch and Dinner
• Ship to town shuttles in select ports
• Complementary Bottled Water, Coffee and Tea
• Cabins include Elemis toiletries and plush robes 
• Aqualina Mediterranean-inspired specialty resturant
• Prime C steak and seafood specialty resturant
• Discoveries open seating main dining room
• Windows Café / Breeza casually elegant buffet with spectacular views
• Lounges and bars with live entertainment: The Drawing Room,Michael's Club & Looking Glass Lounge
• Mosaic Café - coffee corner
• Cabaret Lounge
• Casino Luxe
• Spa, Fitness Center, Thallosotherapy pool
• eConnection internet cafe

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Dining Q & A ... All your questions answered.

Are there assigned dining times?
Azamara Cruises offers open seating for dining in the main dining room. Specialty Resturants take reservatoins
No formal nights

What are the dining options?
Discoveries Restaurant (Main Dining Room):
• Breakfast 8:00 a.m - 9:30 a.m
• Lunch 12:30 p.m - 2:00 p.m
• Dinner 6:00 p.m - 9:30 p.m

Aqualina and Prime C
• The first reservation is at 6:00 p.m and the last reservation is at 9:30 p.m

Windows Cafe
(Casual Buffet):
• Breakfast 7:00 a.m - 10:00 a.m
• Lunch 12:00 p.m - 2:00 p.m
• Teatime 4:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m Breeza
(Elegant Dinner Buffet):
• Dinner 6:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m

Is there a charge for 24-hour room service?
24-Hour Room Service - Available at no extra cost.

Continetnat Breakfast in Stateroom between 6:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
Guests should advise their stateroom attendant the night before by completing the request form in their stateroom. If guests are staying in a suite and would like a full breakfast served in their suite between 7:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., they should notify their stateroom attendant the night before by filling out the breakfast request form.

What is the difference between the gourmet bites and midnight buffets?
Midnight Buffets:
Elaborate buffets featuring exquisite handmade ice carvings and vast arrays of cuisine with such culinary themes as Tex-Mex, Italian, Caribbean Tropical and French ("Le Grand Buffet").

Gourmet Bites:
As an option to the midnight buffet, waiters carry trays of specialty gourmet dishes throughout the ship from 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM (offered three evenings on a 7-night cruise). Sample Bites include vegetable and fish tempura, chimichanga, salmon and vegetable wraps, roasted vegetable pizza with wild mushrooms and fennel, and California and vegetable rolls, along with a cavery of Midwestern spiced turkey breast and roast garlic lemon chicken. Assortments of desserts include strawberry cheesecake, brownies and American apple pie

Entertainment & Events

 

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Conduct Policy

For your protection please read carefully and on day of departure you will be required to sign a copy prior to boarding the ship:

• Age: Passengers need to be 21 years of age or older to be able to attend this cruise.
• Security and Staff: Respect the ship's staff and security personnel. After all, they are in place for your protection.
• Not following the ship's rules may result in being removed from the ship For your personal safety, please act responsible at all times.
• Crew: Do not approach any crew-members for Lifestyle related activities. Their job is at risk and you risk removal from the ship at the very next Port.
• Photos and film: Do not shoot photos and film without permission. You will need specific permission and if you are caught shooting footage without it, your camera will be confiscated by security and any offending material will be deleted by the supervisor. Please use footage only for personal viewing. For publishing, printing or internet use or any other use you will need prior written consent from SDC and Travel SDC Events.
• Nudity: Nudity is ONLY allowed on the pool deck and sun decks and all hallways leading to your cabin. No nudity allowed in the atrium, restaurants, shops, casino or any other public place.
  Sexual Activity: Sexual activities can only take place in designated play areas or in the privacy of your cabin. Please do not pay or accept any payment in order to engage in any form of sexual activity. Please always adhere to the Golden Rule in the Lifestyle; Mutual Respect is key.
• Drugs and Alcohol: Anyone caught carrying or taking drugs will be arrested. Should your alcoholic intake cause you to become disruptive, you will be brought to your cabin to sleep it off.
• There is a No Smoking policy on board the ship. However, smoking is permitted in designated areas. A fine of $250.00 will be imposed for smoking in your cabin.

Even more questions answered...

Q: Will there be any singles?
A: No, this cruise is designated couples only

Q: Is this a Nude Cruise?
A: You can expect to see nudity on the clothing optional pool decks, but this particular cruise is geared towards Swinging Couples, which includes a smorgasbord of extra activities, not available on a typical nude cruise

Q: Do I need to be nude?
A: Absolutely not. You do as you please. Nude, topless, bikini's or fully dressed, the choice is yours.

Q: Is sex in public allowed?
A: No, for two important reasons: The crew does not need to be subjected to it and we find that sexual activities need to take place in either cabins or designated play areas.

Q: What are Play Areas?
A: Play areas are a safe, clean and intimate spot provided for you and your friends to be free to explore and enjoy the Lifestyle.

Q: Do I have to be a Swinger?
A: Certainly not. Both experienced couples and curious couples are welcome.

Q: How can I be sure this is the right cruise to be on?
A: The worst that can happen is that you discover the Lifestyle is not for you. For the rest, the destinations, the ambiance and experience will make for great memories all the same. You choose when and where you participate, or not at all!

Q: Would this be a great surprise gift?
A: Hardly, because before you board, both of you need to sign a consent form about what kind of cruise this is.

Q: What is the age group that will be on board?
A: The median age of the group is probably early 30's to late 40's.

Q: Do we have to be a married couple?
A: No

Embarkation/Disembarkation Procedures

How early do I need to arrive? Important: Due to new government regulations requiring cruise lines to submit final departure manifests at least 60 minutes prior to sailing, guests are requested to complete Online Check-in no later than 3 days prior to their cruise. If you have not completed Online Check-in, you will be required to complete this process at the pier two hours prior to the published sailing time. Please note: Xpress Pass guests whose cruise departs from ports in the United States are required to be at the pier and checked-in no later than 90 minutes prior to the published sailing time or you may not be permitted to board. For a cruise that departs from other ports not in the United States, please verify boarding information in your Guest Ticket Booklet.

What are the procedures for disembarkation? Guests are disembarked by color codes according to flight departure times.

What if I will be arriving late?
Failure to check in at least 60 minutes in advance will constitute a no-show, the booking will be canceled and cancellation penalties will be applied.

When can I board the ship?
Important: Due to new government regulations requiring cruise lines to submit final departure manifests at least 60 minutes prior to sailing, guests are requested to complete Online Check-in no later than 3 days prior to their cruise. If you have not completed Online Check-in, you will be required to complete this process at the pier two hours prior to the published sailing time. Please note: Xpress Pass guests whose cruise departs from ports in the United States are required to be at the pier and checked-in no later than 90 minutes prior to the published sailing time or you may not be permitted to board. For a cruise that departs from other ports not in the United States, please verify boarding information in your Guest Ticket Booklet. How long will it take to disembark after the cruise is over? Time to disembark varies based on how long it takes the ship to clear customs.

Are there any special embarkation procedures for Captain's Club Members or suite holders?
Yes, Azamara Suite Guests and Captain's Club Members receive priority check in at the cruise terminal. Please follow the signs for Suite Guests and Captain's Club members to receive this special benefit.

Is the water onboard the ship safe to drink?
Yes, All potable water is either distilled from seawater or loaded onboard while the ship is in port.

The company adheres to Vessel Sanitation System standards published by the US Public Health Service (USPHS). USPHS conducts inspections of the ship both during construction and during the year to ensure compliance. Part of the USPHS standards discussed potable water disinfectant devices and equipment. Potable water distribution systems are treated by means of an approved chlorination or bromination system. Records of the ship's automatic chlorine or bromine analyzer are maintained and water samples are tested on a regular basis.

Food and Beverage

What is Azamara's soft-drink program?
Azamara's soft-drink program has been established for all guests onboard to obtain soda drinks at a daily rate of $5.00 plus 18% gratuity. The purchase of the package should be for the entire cruise and not on a daily basis. In the event the purchase of the package is not made on the first day of the cruise the guest will be charged for the remaining days of the cruise inclusive of the purchase day. After the package has been purchased, a soda sticker will be placed on the guest's signature account card. Guests with the CoCa-Cola stickers can obtain sodas from all bars throughout the ship and with exception of room service or the mini-bars. The sodas will only be served when the guest is present and one drink at a time. In the event a guest loses their signature account card with the soda sticker, a new folio number has to be issued together with a new card and soda sticker.

Does Azamara charge a corkage fee?
No beer or hard liquor may be brought onboard for consumption. Guests wishing to bring personal wine onboard with them at the beginning of the cruise may do so, limited to two (2) bottles per stateroom, but when consumed in any shipboard restaurant, bar or dining venue, each bottle shall be subject to a corkage fee of $25.00. If a guest receives a bottle of wine (in their stateroom) from a family member of friend, and that bottle(s) was purchased from our Bon Voyage Gift selection, then no corkage fee will apply if they wish to consume the bottle in the dining room or any public area. If a guest receives a bottle from an outside vendor and/or travel agent, and the bottle was not purchased through our Bon Voyage selection, then a $25.00 corkage fee per bottle will apply if they wish to consume the wine in the dining room or any other public area. The fee will be applied to the guest's onboard account. Alcoholic beverages purchased in ports of call or from onboard shops will be stored by the ship and delivered to guest staterooms on the last day of the sailing.

Q: Does the Cruise company know what kind of a group is involved?
A: Yes and they know what to expect.

Q: When do we book?
A: As soon as possible as suites go quickly.

Q: Where can we book?
A: Please click on our booking link an start your reservation, or, should you have another travel agent you prefer, book through them.

Q: Are we allowed to bring a third person with us?
A: Single ladies will be allowed to join a couple in their cabin. The cost is $225.00 for most cabins and $ 395.00 for suites.

Q: What about taxes & gratuity?
A: The port charges, taxes, gratuities, document, administration and security fees are $250.00 per person and are included in your invoice.

Q: How much cash should I bring?
A: Cash is not used for paying incidentals. A Sea Pass card that will be issued to you upon boarding the vessel. It works like a credit card. You can settle your bill in cash at departure, but a credit card payment will guarantee you a speedier departure.

Q: Are airlines fares included?
A: No, you are expected to make your own flight arrangements.

Q: Can I choose my own cabin?
A: Yes, but as with all trips, the earlier you book, the better chance of having the cabin you desire.

Q: How do I cancel?
A: Please check our cancellation policy. Click here for details.

Q: Do we need passports?
A: Yes, cruising is considered international travel.

Q: When do we receive our cruising documents?
A: After your reservation, we send you an invoice and final boarding papers will be provided for you online.

Q: What time does the ship leave the dock?
A: It will leave promptly at 6:00 pm. You can start boarding the ship at 10:30 am.

Q: Will we be able to use our cell phones and does the internet work on board?
A: Yes, but there is a steep price tag involved. Check with your provider for current international rates. The internet is available on board as are computer terminals.

Q: Are there excursion on land?
A: These are available for booking well in advance or once you are on board. You will receive more information closer to the sailing date.

Q: Are there any other rules we should be aware of?
A: Yes, please make sure you have loads of fun!

Internet Access

Do you have Internet access onboard? Azamara Journey is fully wireless, including staterooms. Internet access is available in eConnections

Documentation

What is accepted as valid proof of identity/citizenship for a United States citizen? Before leaving home: Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the required travel documents you will be asked to provide prior to boarding the ship. Caution: The requirements described below are required by government regulations and policies. They are subject to change without notice. It is the sole responsibility of the guest to identify and obtain all required travel documents and have them available when necessary. These appropriate valid travel documents such as passports, visas, inoculation certificate and family legal documents are required for boarding and re-entry into the United States and other countries. Guests who do not possess the proper documentation may be prevented from boarding their flight or ship or from entering a country and may be subject to fines. No refunds will be given to individuals who fail to bring proper documentation.

Payments Do you have ATMS onboard? An ATM is available on board all Azamara ships. Guests are able to obtain cash by using their MasterCard, VISA or American Express card, or they can use a bank card belonging to such as Cirrus-Plus, Honors, Shazam, Alert, Yankee 24, Pulse, ATH, NYCE, MAC, Magicline, Star System, Oath and Tyme.

What does my cruise fare include? The price of your cruise includes ship accommodations, ocean transportation, meals, some beverages most entertainment aboard the vessel. All prices are per-person, based on double occupancy of the stateroom, and are quoted in US dollars. The cruise price does not include air transportation, transfers or items of a personal nature, such as shore excursions, some beverages, photographs, gratuities, medical services, etc.

In addition, Azamara Cruises separately assesses airport facility charges and certain departure taxes and other taxes/fees that are implemented by various governments and quasi-governmental agencies. Such assessment is subject to change without notice at any time whether or not you have a confirmed booking under deposit, or if you have made final payment.

How do I pay for onboard purchases? All Azamara ships operate on a cashless system. Guests can validate their Azamara Charge Card with their Visa, MasterCard, Novus, or American Express card, or sign for payment by cash or traveler's check. Guests can then sign all on-board services and purchases to their account. At the end of the cruise, guests will receive a completely itemized statement. Azamara does not accept personal checks, and only U.S. currency is accepted aboard the ships.

What will Azamara Cruises' gratuity guidelines be? Everyone is charged gratuities in advance, so they will be pre-paid the minute you arrive on board. You may add additional amounts for any of the ship's staff that gave you exceptional service and/or made your stay on the ship a memorable one.

Are onboard laundry services available? Self-service laundry facilities are available onboard on Deck 7 (mid-ship)

Do your staterooms have hair dryers? All suites/staterooms have a wall-mounted hair dryer in the bathroom.

Do your staterooms have irons and ironing boards? None of the staterooms onboard either ship have irons or ironing boards. However, both irons and ironing boards can be found in the self-service laundry facility on Deck 7, mid-ship.

Do your staterooms have safes? All suites have a safe located in the closet. All staterooms have a safe behind the desk mirror or in the closet.

Will I need an electrical converter/adapter? All staterooms are equipped with standard 110/220VAC outlets that will accommodate most personal electrical appliances that you bring with you.

Do your cabins have soap, shampoo, and conditioner? All of our staterooms supply soap, shampoo, and conditioners.

Are steamers allowed onboard? Steamers or irons are not allowed onboard. However, there is a full laundry and dry-cleaning service available onboard for a reasonable rate.

Shore and Land Excursions Do I have to reserve a Shore & Land Excursion now, or can I do it onboard? Pre-reserving your Shore & Land Excursions online is a good way to make sure you don't miss out on your preferred excursion. If you decide not to prereserve, forms will be available in your stateroom, at the Shore Excursions Desk onboard. All of our ships offer an interactive television system that allows guests to reserve tours from the convenience of their stateroom. Any tickets you purchase onboard will be delivered directly to your stateroom.

Will transportation be available from the ship to the city center? Azamara Cruises will offer shuttle service from the ship to the city center in all ports where required for a minimal fee. Shuttle prices will be determined for each port based on local costs and guest demand. (In Europe, the general price range for unlimited shuttle service for one day is U.S. $6 to $12 per person) How can I obtain Shore & Land Excursion accessibility information? For guests with special needs, please send your questions, desired excursions, along with your scheduled ship and sail date to shorexAccess@rccl.com. Please allow 48 to 72 business hours for review and response. 

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