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Item: Azamara Journey
Rating: 4.5
Author: llrjs50

Azamara Journey Cruise Review to Europe - Western Europe

llrjs50

Contributor Level: Purser

Cruises: 7+ cruises

Reviews: 2

Helpful Votes: 26

Overall rating:

4.5 out of 5

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10 Night Ireland Intensive (Dublin To London)

Sail date: August 29, 2023

Ship: Azamara Journey

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 7085

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 8 months ago

Review summary

There were plenty of castles and cathedrals to visit, but the everyday activities seemed to be the most interesting. These included a visit to a sheep farm and a famine village. The entire island is absolutely beautiful and very green. Worth the trip just to visit the outdoors.

Embarkation

4 out of 5

We were met at the Airport by Azamara staff and quickly shuttled to the ship with other new passengers.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

the top deck buffet known as the Windows Restaurant had excellent food and helpful staff. Food was delicious and service was very good.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5

We had a fitness instructor that was very good at Yoga and Pilates. Unfortunately there were only 3 classes for the 11 days we were there. There were two hot tubs that were always full.

Entertainment

4 out of 5

There were a few local Irish groups that were excellent. The onboard entertainment was good and provided a variety of talent.

Children's Programs

We did not bring children with us on this trip

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Our room steward Agga was great. He was always prompt, filled our refrigerator with the drinks of our choice and kept the room quite clean.

Ship Quality

4 out of 5

All the common areas appeared to be well kept. The top deck is called "The Living Room". Each evening before dinner there was live entertainment as well as snacks and of course libations. Unfortunately there is no 10th floor public bathrooms. It was necessary to go downstairs to find one. ( 9th Floor)

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5

The bathroom was so tiny, the two of us could not be in there at the same time. The closet space was limited as well. Everything eventually fit; which took some maneuvering.

Ship tip

Don't overbook yourself. Once you get on board you may want to spend the afternoon listening to a lecture or another event rather than go out on excursions.

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