Azura and her crew did not disappoint us in any way. Attentive and always smiling. We loved this ship as much this time as we did the first time. On board shopping is a delight, the food is amazing, the entertainment is terrific and the service is first class.
Embarkation
5 out of 5
Once the flight and inevitable COVID paperwork was done the embarkation process was quick and easy. A few queues due to extra security and COVID checks but the staff were cheery and happy.
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
4 out of 5
There seemed to be less variety than previous cruises but the quality was great and the staff amazing as always
Onboard Activities
4 out of 5
Although we don't get involved in many of these there was always something going on for all ages.
Entertainment
5 out of 5
Amazing. The headliners were awesome and the ships band Pulse were terrific. Some great speciality acts as well the Sting Tribute and Jo Roschel were outstanding
Service and Staff
5 out of 5
The staff were always attentive and helpfull. They gave the impression they were as happy to be back on board as we were. There are some changes due to cost cutting and COVID, but the staff always did their best to work around these, to ensure the holiday was amazing
Ship Quality
5 out of 5
We love Azura and the refit does seem to have given her a bit of a spruce up. No great changes but she did look good.
Cabin / Stateroom
4 out of 5
The toilet could be a little temperamental at times and we did spend a day without air-conditioning. I did wonder if this was due to a COVID case on our deck bit of course no one would admit that.
Other than that the cabin was a nice size and clean and comfortable. Over the space of two weeks we never felt claustrophobic in it.
Ship tip
Be grateful for the COVID changes and not annoyed at them. Go with the flow and have a great time
Although Naples itself isn't great. Very noisy and bustling city. Pompei is a must see. Get a guide, we did the excursion. You will miss the best bits if you go on your own. This place will live in my memory forever.
Livorno is a surprising town. Everyone disappears on excursions but the town is well worth a wander round. Very pretty and some good Italian fashion shopping at very reasonable prices
Weather wasn't great here but the locals couldn't do enough to ensure our visit was still special. If you're fit enough do the volcano hike is amazing. Then sit at the top of the town and get that gorgeous photo
Disembarkation was well managed although I do think giving up our cabin at 8am when we wouldn't be leaving the ship until 2 pm was a bit early. I do however fully understand there is lots to do on changeover days but I would hope the cabins were this thoroughly cleaned before COVID as well.
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