Azamara Journey Visits New York

I had the wonderful opportunity of touring Azamara Club Cruises' Azamara Journey on her recent visit as she docked in New York harbor sandwiched between a charter celebrating the 100th anniversary of Titanic and a transatlantic voyage kicking off the start of the European season of cruising.   I had heard wonderful things about Azamara as the buzz and feedback from clients and travel media has been positive - make that downright raves - ever since cruise industry legend Larry Pimental took over the reins a few years back.   The thing to know about Azamara, with just 694-guests in an intimate boutique hotel atmosphere, is that travelers will be experiencing a destination-immersive vacation ... more so than the average joe cruise will provide.  Nearly 50% of the port stops feature an overnight or late night stays so its guests will actually be staying longer, living the destination longer, then returning home with better stories to tell because of it.  In my short visit, where I got to see a handful of suites and staterooms, along with the public areas and a wonderful luncheon (the food was terrific), I could easily tell how warm and intimate the experience of sailing with Azamara would be.   It's all about the service that separates this boutique cruise line from the rest.   Premium cruising at its best, the pricing doesn't break the bank and you'll get to explore destinations you won't be able to on the mega sized ships.   Leaders In Travel has special rates and opportunities if you would like to discover what Azamara is all about.