Azamara Cruises Enhances Destination Immersion with Innovative Onboard and Shore Programs

Azamara Cruises is enhancing its renowned Destination Immersion experiences with a new initiative called Destination Immersion Elevated. This program aims to provide guests with a deeper exploration of the ports they visit, emphasizing authentic local cuisine, cultural engagements, and enriched excursions.

The cruise line is set to significantly expand its specialty voyages, increasing from 6 to 22, which includes three Solar Eclipse cruises in 2026. The upcoming itinerary for 2025-2026 will feature 33 Country-Intensive voyages and introduce 25 new ports. Guests will also appreciate longer stays at ports, with 51% of visits including late nights or overnights to allow for more in-depth exploration.

Onboard enhancements include:

• Destination Events: For voyages lasting 9 nights or more, the pool deck will be transformed into a venue for alfresco dining, featuring dishes representative of the regions visited, along with local entertainment.
• Daily Destination Entrées: The Authentic Local Cuisine Program will expand to include over 150 new dishes across main dining venues, with menus featuring multicourse meals designed by acclaimed chefs from Croatia, France, Italy, Portugal, and Spain.
• Stories Under the Stars: A new fireside event on the pool deck will be hosted by Destination Speakers, who will share local folklore alongside themed desserts and beverages.
• New Beverage Offerings: The premium beverage package now includes 21 Destination Beers, allowing guests to enjoy a variety of local brews from regions like Australia and the Caribbean.

In addition to onboard experiences, Azamara will roll out an extensive selection of shore experiences, offering over 13,500 Elevated Excursions for the 2025-2026 season. This includes 246 evening and overnight tours that can be booked up to 18 months in advance, aimed at fostering deeper connections with local cultures.

Azamara Cruises will also introduce the Curator’s Collection, featuring unique, once-in-a-lifetime experiences guided by locals, offering exclusive insights into each destination.

With Destination Immersion Elevated, Azamara intends to provide more complimentary cultural activities than ever before, introducing 34 new AzAmazing Evenings, which are intimate experiences led by native Destination Speakers. These offerings aim to immerse guests in local traditions and provide access to experiences that might not be available through self-guided explorations.

For more details, visit Azamara Cruises.

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