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Azura

Family friendly – Azura offers the perfect balance, bringing the opportunity to enjoy quality time together as well as time separately.

About Azura

Family friendly – Azura offers the perfect balance, bringing the opportunity to enjoy quality time together as well as time separately. From hassle-free meal times to carefree days out, we really have got it all covered.

Ship Facts

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20102014en115055290 meters36 metersGBP22 knots3100125014155735 types:
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Accommodation

There's plenty of choice with P&O Cruises wide range of accommodation

Suite

The ultimate in luxury, our butler-serviced Suites offer the extra space of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights.

Facilities

  • TV
  • Safe
  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk

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.

Facilities

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • Shower
  • Safe
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk

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.

Facilities

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • TV
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk

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.

Facilities

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • TV
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Single Cabin

With the choice of either an inside or outside location, these cabins are perfect for the single traveller. Air-conditioned, mirrored, single inside cabins have one lower single bed with wardrobe and drawer space. The bathroom has a shower and WC. There is a vanity/writing desk, and a TV for your enjoyment, plus a radio, telephone, safe, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities. On arrival you will be offered Mineral water and a pamper pack.

Facilities

  • One Single Bed
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Vanity Area
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Entertainment

There's never a dull moment...

P&O Cruises offers the very best in cruise entertainment. Days can be filled with as much or as little as you want, whilst evenings are no doubt the social highlight. When the sun goes down your ship begins to come alive with the hum of conversation and music, and you can be sure of a memorable night.

SeaScreen Open Air Cinema

Imagine watching a film under a starry, night sky, while you're being magically transported to another new destination. SeaScreen is one of the most exciting features on board Azura because it's more than just a pool – it's an open-air cinema as well! The giant screen sitting proudly above the beautifully designed pool area will show a variety of classic films, family favourites and the latest blockbusters.

The Playhouse Theatre

As soon as you enter Azura's 800 seat, two tier theatre immediately your expectations begin to build. And rightly so. With multiple performances on selected nights, you can plan your evening however you like. Catch a show before dinner or enjoy one after. With cabaret performances, stand-up comedy, interactive game shows, quizzes, aerial flying acrobatics and talent shows, it's sure to be an evening to remember.

Manhattan

Manhattan is our New York inspired classic entertainment lounge. This multipurpose entertainment venue will have something special in store for everyone. It's no wonder everyone loves New York.

Enjoy spectacular cabaret performances, fun quiz shows, tribute acts, family shows and glittering discos. With so much to see and do on board Azura, every night will dance to a different beat. And nowhere is this more true than Manhattan, our New York inspired classic entertainment lounge. This multipurpose entertainment venue will have something special in store for everyone. It's no wonder everyone loves New York.

Malabar

Malabar is another one of our venues where you can enjoy dinner and drinks all served up with some astonishing evening entertainment.

Casino

The flashing lights of the slot machines and the suspense of blackjack beckons, as does a great night out. After soaking up the cosy bonhomie of Brodie's bar, you might like to enjoy the buzz of the adjacent casino. Try your hand at black jack, roulette and the slot machines or simply watch the action from the sidelines with your tipple of choice.

Brodie's Bar

For pub lovers, Brodie’s is a classic London-inspired pub with a contemporary twist. Additionally, a range of drinks packages can be purchased on board, including wine packages.

Planet Bar

For great cocktails, try the chic Planet Bar, with its unique audio-visual plasma wall screen showcasing iconic world wonders

The Blue Bar

The Blue Bar at the top of the Atrium offers a mix of classic and contemporary cocktails made by our expert bartenders.

Breakers Bar

For a refreshing cocktail out on deck, Breakers Bar is the perfect spot to enjoy the views surrounding you.

Dining

Meridian Restaurant

Freedom Dining at the Meridian Restaurant. Like to escape the usual routine on holiday? Then you’ll love the flexibility of Freedom Dining. Opt for an early dinner one night and a late supper the next; you can shape each day as you please.

Verona

During the day this family-friendly venue is a self-service food court offering everything you need for a relaxing meal.

In the evening, it becomes a proper restaurant featuring waiter service and a variety of family favourites including sizzle-plates, grills, quality burgers, pizza and pasta. In fact, this is the perfect place for you and your family to get together, any time of day.

Venezia

No matter what time of day it is, if you fancy a good meal you'll always get one on board Azura. Our main self-service restaurant offers high quality dining throughout the day in a relaxed, informal environment.

The Glass House

In The Glass House on board Azura, we bring the world of wine to you. Headed up by the irrepressible, award-winning wine expert and passionate foodie, Olly Smith, The Glass House is the perfect location for a light bite, lunchtime tipple, afternoon apéritif or a tastefully informal evening out.

Sindhu

Visit Sindhu and you’ll be treated to authentic Indian cuisine with a British twist. Showcasing a menu which is a triumph of perfectly balanced spices, delicate flavours and wonderful aromas, this restaurant has become a firm favourite with many.

The Peninsular Restaurant

Enjoy Freedom Dining at the Peninsular Restaurant. You can the flexibility to turn up anytime you choose between 6pm and 9.30pm, with whom you like, and every effort will be made to accommodate you.

The Oriental Restaurant

Take your seat in the Oriental Restaurant- Choose a particular Club Dining seating and you’ll dine at the same time and table each night and enjoy the same company. It’s the way many a friendship has been made on board.

With Club Dining you'll enjoy the special ambience and sociable atmosphere of the main dining room, and a five-course menu (six-course on Gala Nights). This style of dining is a wonderful way to share your holiday experiences and meet new friends.

Enjoy elegant surroundings, silver service and a warm, convivial atmosphere. This is classic P&O Cruises dining at its best, offering a real sense of occasion and at least five courses every night. Of course, the food will be the real star of the show. Passengers can look forward to a mouth-watering blend of international cuisine and much-loved British favourites.

The Epicurean

Dining experiences don’t come any finer than Epicurean. Marvel as each exquisite dish, inspired by classic British ingredients and given a modern twist by expert chefs, is presented at your table. The experience is complete with fine wines, flawless service, elegant surroundings and stunning ocean views.

Poolside Pizzeria and Grill

When you’re lying on a lounger and feeling peckish, choose a freshly made snack from the brand-new, mouth-watering menu at your ship’s poolside grill. Stone-baked pizzas topped with gooey Provolone cheese from Italy. Juicy burgers filled with patties made to an exclusive recipe. Delicious hot dogs with tasty toppings. These quick bites are ideal for all the family and available throughout the day.

The Beach House

Inspired by South American, Caribbean and Stateside cuisines, The Beach House menu offers hearty dishes and comfort-food favourites. Highlights include the steaks, ribs, grills and burgers, hanging kebabs and a range of sharing dishes. Save space for the decadent and delicious desserts too.

Room Service

Morning, noon, and through the night, if you fancy a bite to eat in your cabin, you’ve a mouth-watering room service menu to choose from… meals, desserts, snacks and drinks, all prepared with care and delivered with a smile. A small supplement applies to each item, apart from breakfast, which is included in the price of your holiday.

Java

Nothing beats a lazy morning or a languorous afternoon, coffee and magazine in hand. Java offers just the place with an open-air terrace, comfy seating and a tempting selection of pastries and cakes. You can also purchase Costa Coffee here.

Health & Fitness

Gymnasium

It’s easy to keep active on Azura. Work out in her gym, take a spinning class, or a nice walk around deck. They offer a range of fitness classes such as indoor cycling, pilates, yoga, body sculpt boot camp and push 'n' lift which are assisted by a fitness instructor.

The gym is typically open from 8am - 8pm every day and use of the on board gym equipment is complimentary: Equipment on board includes:

  • Bikes
  • Treadmills
  • Cross-trainers
  • Steppers
  • Rowing machines
  • Free weights

The below classes are charged at an additional cost of approximately £7 per person per class and can be booked on board:

  • Pilates
  • Yoga
  • Tour de Cycle group cycling
  • Body sculpt boot camp
  • TRX and results based training

Salon

For a more traditional spa experience, bliss out in the Oasis Spa and Salon, which offers everything from massages and facials to The Thermal Suite and its therapeutic steam rooms, tropical shower and heated ceramic benches.

Sports Court

Whether you enjoy the friendly competition of an organised tournament or prefer to play casually with your own party, short tennis, football, volleyball, basketball and cricket are just some of the options available in the Sports Court. And just aft of the Sports Court you will find the golf nets, where you can perfect your swing, using your own clubs or those provided.

The Retreat

For even more outdoor enjoyment, spoil yourself with an alfresco spa treatment at The Retreat, Azura’s outdoor spa terrace. Sit back and relax on one of the inviting shaded cabanas. The experience comes complete with personal wait service, luxurious robes and towels and more.

Swimming Pools

Get ready for some family fun on deck...

Azura family friendly pools;

  • Aqua pool - Outdoor pool. 1.6 metres to 2.2 metres deep. 11 metres long x 4.6 metres wide. Located on Lido Deck. Has 2 ladders, 1 with 7 steps and 1 with 5 steps.
  • Coral pool - Outdoor pool. 1.6 metres to 2.2 metres deep. 10.5 metres long x 4.6 metres wide. Located on Lido Deck. Has 1 ladder with 7 steps.
  • Children's splash pool - 0.38 metres deep. Located on Aqua Deck. Has 1 ladder with 3 steps up and 3 steps down into the pool.
  • Paddling pool - 0.25 metres deep. Located on Aqua Deck. Has 2 ladders with 4 steps up and 4 steps down on each.

Pools and Jacuzzis are open 24 hours a day so you can enjoy a dip in the pool any time you like.

As for Sun loungers - there are a number of sun loungers on deck if you want to sit back and relax while the kids enjoy the pool!

Deckplans

Sky Deck

  • Golf Nets
  • Sports Court

Ocean Deck

  • Planet Bar

Sun Deck

  • The Retreat
  • The Epicurean Restaurant

Aqua Deck

  • Oasis Spa
  • Gymnasium
  • Oasis Pool
  • Whirlpool Spa
  • Salon
  • Treatment Rooms
  • Ivory Suite
  • Breakers Bar
  • Sea Screen
  • Shuffleboard
  • The Hub (The Reef)
  • Apartment 16 (The Reef)
  • The Sea Bed
  • Game On
  • The Beach Hut (The Reef)
  • Frontiers (The Reef)

Lido Deck

  • Thermal Suite
  • Coral Bar
  • Poolside Grill
  • Whirlpool Spa
  • Coral Pool
  • Poolside Pizza & Ice Cream
  • Aqua Pool
  • Aqua Bar
  • Venezia
  • Verona
  • Terrace Bar
  • Beach House
  • Inside Cabins
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Outside Staterooms
  • Suites

A Deck

  • Penthouse Suites
  • Suites
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Inside Cabins

Riviera Deck

  • Suites
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Inside Cabins
  • Terrace Pool

B Deck

  • Balcony Cabins
  • Inside Cabins

C Deck

  • Suites
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Inside Cabins

D Deck

  • Suites
  • Superior Deluxe Cabins
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Inside Cabins

E Deck

  • Suites
  • Superior Deluxe Balcony Cabins
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Outside Cabins
  • Inside Cabins

Prom Deck

  • The Playhouse
  • The Glass House
  • Shopping
  • The Blue Bar
  • Atrium
  • Shopping
  • Malabar
  • Sindhu
  • Photo Gallery
  • Manhattan

F Deck

  • Single Outside Cabins
  • Single Inside Cabins
  • The Playhouse
  • The Karmala Room
  • Casino
  • Brodie's Bar
  • Shopping
  • Reception
  • Atrium
  • The Peninsular Restaurant
  • The Oriental Restaurant

P Deck

  • Outside Cabins
  • Inside Cabins
  • Launderette
  • The Gallery
  • Java
  • Shopping
  • Explorers
  • Atrium
  • The Library
  • The Meridian Restaurant

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