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Azura current position

Azura current location is at West Mediterranean (coordinates 42.10199 N / 11.77033 E) cruising en route to MTMLA-ITCVV. The AIS position was reported 4 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of Azura

Azura current cruise is 14 days, round-trip Mediterranean Fly-Cruise . The itinerary starts on 30 May, 2024 and ends on 13 Jun, 2024 .

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Azura Itineraries

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The 2010-built MS Azura cruise ship is one of the Grand-class P&O UK liners, with sistership MS Ventura .

The vessel (IMO number 9424883) is currently Bermuda- flagged (MMSI 310610000) and registered in Hamilton .

History - construction and ownership

P&O Cruises is a subsidiary company and two brands owned by Carnival Corporation - P&O UK and P&O Australia. In 2000, P&O Cruises became subsidiary of P&O Princess Cruises, which merged with Carnival Corporation in 2003. P and O is the world's oldest cruise company, starting passenger shipping operations in 1822 on the routes connecting England with Iberia.

The 3100-passenger ship Azura is the second vessel of this size for P&O UK (the first was sister ship Ventura, which was released in 2008). The design of the ship is orientated to the traditional passengers of the fleet. Azura was the first in the fleet to introduce an open-air cinema and 18 single staterooms. The wide cinema screen called SeaScreen is placed in front of the funnel.

Decks and Cabins

P&O Azura staterooms (1557 total, in 35 grades) include 26x Suites, 882x Balconies, 195x Oceanviews, 434x Inside, 2x Family Suites, 18x Studios (single-occupancy cabins). Most cabins are sized 165 ft2 / 15 m2. Most cabin balconies are sized 45 ft2 / 4 m2. The largest passenger accommodations are the Aft Penthouse Suites (410 ft2 / 38 m2, with terrace sized 180 ft2 / 17 m2).

The boat has 18 decks , of which 15 are passenger-accessible and 9 with cabins.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

Spanning two decks, the Meridian restaurant is one of the ship's main dining rooms, featuring a glass design and a central grand staircase. The restaurant serves good quality food in a sometimes pretty chaotic environment. Breakfast features everything one would expect, from light and healthy options to British fry-up. Lunch is a la carte, including soup, lighter dishes, and pies while afternoon tea serves tasty treats of sandwiches, scones, and cakes. At night the Meridian operates the usual dining system of two sittings, where guests dine each night at the same table. The upper tier is for those who have chosen Freedom Dining, which means you can turn up at any time.

Follows the complete list of Azura restaurants and food bars.

• Meridian Restaurant (2-level aft Dining Room; for Breakfast 7:30-9 am, and Lunch 12:15-1:45 pm/3-course menu; Your Time dining at dinner 6-9.30 pm)
• The Oriental Restaurant (aft MDR, with fixed seating dining at 6:30 and 8:30 pm)
• The Peninsular Restaurant (forward MDR, with fixed seating dining at 6:30 and 8:30 pm, open-seating breakfast and lunch; also serving Afternoon Tea 4-4:45 pm)
• Sindhu (Indian specialty restaurant, by A. Kochhar)
• The Glass House (steakhouse/seafood specialty restaurant and wine bar, by Olly Smith)
• Verona Food Court (buffet-style; transformers into an Italian Trattoria restaurant in the evenings; complimentary)
• Venezia Food Court (buffet-style restaurant; complimentary; also serving themed dinners)
• Poolside Grill (fast food bar for burgers, baguettes, hotdogs; open 11 am - 7 pm for casual lunch and dinner; complimentary)
• Poolside Pizzas and Ice Creams Bar (11 am - 8.30 pm)
• Seventeen (dinner specialty restaurant; serves suite guests only for breakfast and dinner).

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

Azura is familiar to Princess Cruises' fans, as she definitely oozes P&O Cruises' classical style: complete dress codes, afternoon tea, deck games and ballroom dancing (dancing is very popular). Within twenty-four hours travelers can see passengers dancing together to a band in the atrium twice and dancing sessions featured prominently in the daily schedule. There is always something happening on one of the vessel's 3 dance floors, which include the wooden one in the atrium, that hosts regular dance evenings. Additional amenities include: Complimentary 24-hour Room-Service, Internet/WiFi access, supervised kids programme, laundry/self-serve laundromats.

Follows the complete list of Azura lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.

• Azura Atrium (3-decks central open floor area and social hub); Atrium Shops (Regalia - clothes, souvenirs, gifts; The Wardrobe - brand fashion, watches, bags, hats); Chic - fashion boutique; Emporium - candy shop; Eternity - jewelry, Essence - perfumes)
• Java Coffee Bar (specialty teas and coffees, complimentary sweets and snacks)
• Brodie’s Pub; Karmala Room (multi-purpose lounge); Malabar Lounge (Indian themed, live music); The Blue Bar; The Planet Bar; Breakers Bar (sports bar)
• The Playhouse Theatre (800-seat, 2-decks, featuring grand scale productions, live performances, game shows)
• Manhattan Lounge (live entertainment venue and disco)
• Casino; Ivory Suite (vow renewal and wedding services)
• Photo Gallery and Shop; Art Gallery; The Library (with Internet computers)
• SeaScreen (outdoor LED screen for movies)
• Terrace Pool (adults only area, served by Terrace Bar); Aqua Pool and Bar; Coral Pool and Bar; 6 jacuzzis
• The Retreat (adults only area)
• Oasis Spa and Health Club (Treatment Rooms, Thermal Suite, Beauty Salon); Oasis pool & bar
• Gymnasium (complimentary equipment, Fitness classes; Yoga and Pilates at surcharge)
• Kids Venues (The Beach Hut; Frontiers; The Hub; The Sea Bed)
• Game On! (teen lounge with video games arcade); Apartment 16 (teen lounge)
• Shuffleboard; Sports Court (basketball, volleyball, tennis); Table Tennis; four Golf Net cages.

Itineraries

P&O Azura itinerary program is based on roundtrips from homeports Southampton England , Bridgetown Barbados (Caribbean Islands voyages), Valletta Malta (Mediterranean fly-cruises), Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Canary Islands) and Transatlantic crossings (UK-Caribbean) on seasonal redeployment (RepositionCruises.com).

Due to the Coronavirus crisis, the ship Azura was paused through December 2021.

For the winter 2022-23 Canaries program, P&O added charter flights for Azura's itineraries (7-day plus 14-day B2Bs ) out of Tenerife. The Canaries-England fly cruises are with roundtrip flights are from the UK (Birmingham, Bristol, Leicester/East Midlands, Glasgow, London, Manchester, Newcastle) and with an overnight port stay in Tenerife. Fly-cruise rates started from GBP 609 / USD-EUR 706 pp (7-day itinerary).

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The Fincantieri Monfalcone -built MS Azura is one of P&O UK's largest vessels, and one of the largest passenger ships on the UK market - along with the fleetmates Ventura  (sistership), Britannia (2015)  and P&O's newest ship Iona (2020) . Azura's Godmother was Darcey Bussell (Dame Darcey Andrea Bussell) - 1969-born British ballet dancer. Ship's Inaugural Cruise/maiden voyage started on March 31, 2010, from the shipyard Monfalcone (Italy) to Southampton England .

P&O Azura (Monfalcone shipyard/hull number 6166) is powered by Wartsila-Sulzer marine diesel engines (models 8ZAV40S and 8L46C) generating total power output 67,22 MW.

MV Azura was designed to appeal more to the line's mostly British passengers. The vessel offers a huge selection of balcony staterooms (almost 900 of them, divided into 10 different categories). The ship also features 18 single occupancy cabins, spa cabins (with direct access to the Spa complex), huge-size Atrium with a dance floor in it, open-air theatre (large movie screen in front of the funnel), a total of 11 dining places.

During winter, the ship cruises in the Caribbean leaving roundtrip from homeport  Bridgetown Barbados . Fly-cruise deals from the UK (Southampton) to Bridgetown are also offered. P&O UK's "flight and cruise" deals to the Caribbean are additionally inclusive of discounted airfare to and from Barbados.

In August 2017, Azura became the world's first cruise ship performing gay weddings at sea. P&O UK's wedding packages prices started from GBP 1200. For comparison, Cunard’s ship weddings cost from GBP 2570 (on RMS Queen Mary 2 ) and from GBP 2120 (on Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth ). On MS Azura, gay wedding ceremonies are carried out by ship’s Captain, while marriage licenses are issued by Bermuda's Government (as the vessel is flagged/registered in Hamilton Bermuda ).

Among cruiseferries, boat's namesake is the GNV -owned MS Azzurra . Another namesake is the megayacht Emerald Azzurra (2021).

P&O Azura refurbishments review

The ship's drydock 2020 (April 4-16, at Navantia Ferrolane Shipyard in  Ferrol Spain ) was a GBP 20 million project planned mainly for needed repairs and equipment modernization. The project involved 3000 people - 1000 crew, 1500 contractors (employees of companies hired by the shipowner, most from the UK) and 500 local workers (specializing in mechanics, steelworks, painting).

Works included technical and hotel maintenance, general upgrades of public areas (all bars and restaurants) and passenger cabins (beds, bathrooms, lighting, woodwork, decoration). All staterooms and venues received new carpeting and furniture. Four bars now serve draught beers. Some outdoor deck spaces were redesigned to allow alfresco dining.

The ship's drydock in November 2015 (GBP 26 million project) resulted in the following deck plan changes.

• The vessel received the new P&O livery (on the hull).
• Added were the new restaurants/venues Sindhu, Glass House, Grab and Go, Costa Coffee.
• Renovations received the Theatre Lounge, Lido Buffet, Reef Kids Club, Sidewalk Cafe, Spa, Shops, Casino, Champions Bar.
• New Beach House menu was introduced.

All passenger staterooms received various upgrades.

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St Cruz De La Palma, Canary Islands

Funchal, Madeira

Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura

Cruise Ship   Azura

Cruises On Azura

P&O Cruises’ Azura offers an incredible selection of bars, restaurants, sports and spa facilities, enthralling entertainment, plus plenty of other thrilling and unique features. Couples looking for a romantic cruise holiday will appreciate The Retreat, an adult-only private spa terrace with secluded cabanas and moonlit treatments.

While her superb range of facilities and activities, including four fantastic kids’ clubs, will make her a popular choice for families. Unwind with an alfresco spa treatment or take a private one-to-one dance lesson by a Strictly pro, all while your little one is entertained with age-specific activities at The Reef.

The exclusive dining options on board are sure to impress; choose from South American and Stateside cuisines at The Beach House, stone-baked pizzas by the pool, authentic India at Sindhu or tapas and wine pairing at The Glass House.

• Occupancy 3100
• Tonnage 115,055 tons
• Length 951 ft (290.00 m)

Life on Board Azura

There’s never a dull moment on Azura. From morning to night, you’ll find excitement at every turn, from a cabaret show in Manhattan to glamorous dance lessons and movies on the SeaScreen to a lively sports court.

Choose from South American and Stateside cuisines at The Beach House, stone-baked pizzas by the pool and authentic India at Sindhu.

• Venezia Buffet
• Verona Buffet
• Poolside pizzeria and grill
• The Beach House
• The Glass House
• The Epicurean

Bars & Lounges

• Sundaes ice cream
• Breakers Bar
• Terrace Bar

Unwind with an alfresco spa treatment at The Retreat or take a private one-to-one dance lesson by a Strictly pro, all while your little one is entertained at The Reef.

• 6 whirlpool spas
• Spa and Salon
• Thermal Suite
• The Retreat
• Art gallery
• Sports court
• Fully equipped gym
• Fitness classes
• Dance classes

entertainment

Catch a cabaret or comedy show in The Playhouse theatre, relax at Malabar with pianists, bands and dancing, or watch a film by the pool at SeaScreen.

• The Playhouse theatre
• SeaScreen open air cinema
• Three deck atrium
• Manhattan show lounge

Cabins & Suites

From a simple space to rest your head, to something a little more extravagant, P&O Cruises’ accommodation offers something to suit all travellers.

P&O Cruises Suite cabins epitomise luxury and comfort. These spacious accommodations offer elegant interiors, separate living areas, and private balconies with breathtaking sea views. Suite guests enjoy exclusive amenities, such as priority embarkation, a personal butler, and access to private lounges and dining venues. It’s the perfect choice for those seeking a lavish and indulgent cruise experience.

• Butler service
• Free room service
• Daily breakfast in an exclusive restaurant
• Priority check-in and boarding (from Southampton)
• Full-size whirlpool bath+
• Daily steward service
• Free in-cabin TV, including comedy, movies, box sets, documentaries and news
• Beds convertible to twin or king-size bed to suit your needs*
• Toiletries from The White Company
• Hair dryer and safe
• Tea and coffee making facilities + Coffee machine
• Air conditioning
• Vanity/writing desk and chair
• Canapés on embarkation and Celebration Nights
• White Company gift
• Champagne and chocolates on arrival
• Fruit basket (preferred fruit request to Butler)
• Main dining in cabin
• Pillow menu
• Atlas & binoculars

Balcony Cabin

There’s nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination.

• Floor to ceiling glass doors*
• Champagne and chocolates on arrival*
• Canapés delivered once a week*
• Two flat screen TVs*
• Tea and coffee facilities
• Vanity writing desk and chair
• Mineral water on arrival

*some exceptions apply

Sea view Cabin

If a balcony is not top of your list, but you’re seeking great value and a sea view, then our Sea view cabins are ideal. Well designed and with all those little extras.

• Window and porthole included in your room
• Free in-cabin TV

Inside Cabin

These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools.

Single Cabin

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How old is the Azura cruise ship?

Built 2010, refurbished 2015.

Is Azura a big ship?

Yes, 115,055 tonnage, 3100 passengers, 14 decks.

How big are the balconies on Azura?

Between 221-421 square feet.

Are tips expected on Azura?

No, tipping isn’t required or expected on board.

Are there formal nights on Azura?

As a general rule, there is approximately 2 Black Tie nights during a 7 night cruise and 4 during a 14 night cruise. This can vary from cruise to cruise. Full details will be provided to you before you travel.

Is Azura Adult Only?

No, family friendly.

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Activities & entertainment

• Cooking Demonstrations
• Dance Classes
• Enrichment Lectures
• Fitness Center
• Fitness Classes
• Hot Tubs (7)
• Late-Night Activities
• Oasis Salon *
• Oasis Spa *
• Organized Activities & Games
• The Karmala Room
• The Library
• The Retreat *
• Thermal Suite *
• Nightly Live Music
• Outdoor Movie Screen
• The Playhouse
• Terrace Bar - Aft Bar *
• The Blue Bar - Atrium Bar *
• The Epicurean - British Steakhouse *
• Sindhu - British-Indian *
• Venezia - Casual
• Verona - Casual Italian
• The Beach House - Casual Steakhouse *
• Java - Coffee Bar *
• Poolside Grill - Fast Food
• Poolside Pizza - Fast Food
• The Meridian Restaurant - International
• The Oriental Restaurant - International
• The Peninsular Restaurant - International
• Breakers Bar - Pool Bar *
• Aqua Bar - Poolside Bar *
• Coral bar - Poolside Bar *
• Brodie's - Sports Bar *
• The Glass House - Wine Bar *

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