As the largest renovation investment in the company’s history, Azamara Cruises’ fleetwide transformation features ship-wide upgrades, reimagined dining and bar venues as well as new suites debuting exclusively aboard Azamara Quest in December 2026.
Azamara Forward
Azamara Forward is the name of the enhancement program across the fleet representing the most extensive renovations and refurbishments in the company’s history. Azamara Forward brings a comprehensive series of onboard enhancements, including brand new Chef’s Table experience, a reimagined cocktail lounge, refreshed staterooms and suites, and upgraded public spaces. Additionally, debuting exclusively on Azamara Quest, the program introduces 12 all-new premier suites. Together, these enhancements mark a bold evolution for the brand’s upscale small-ship experience.
Timed to debut ahead of the highly anticipated 2027 World Cruise, Azamara Quest was the natural choice to introduce Azamara Forward. Azamara Onward will be the next ship to receive Azamara Forward renovations in 2027, with timelines for Azamara Journey and Azamara Pursuit to be announced at a later date.
Brand-new suites and penthouse deck for Azamara Quest
Azamara Quest will debut an entirely new Penthouse Deck (Deck 11), the ship’s highest and most exclusive accommodation deck, featuring two Panorama Suites and 10 Grandview Suites designed to redefine oceanfront living at sea. To complement the addition, the ship’s Sun Deck will continue to be an inviting open-air sanctuary above the new Penthouse Deck, at the very top of the ship, offering the ultimate view for sailaways.
Panorama Suites
The crown jewel of Azamara Quest, the new Panorama Suites are the ship’s most expansive and luxurious accommodations. Located on both forward corners of the Penthouse Deck, these top-tier suites offer spectacular 270-degree panoramic ocean views, separate living, dining, and bedroom spaces, a walk-in closet, and an oversized spa-inspired bathroom. Guests enjoy Azamara’s highest-tier suite privileges, including personalised butler service, Starlink Wi-Fi, ultimate beverage package, specialty and exclusive dining experiences, and bespoke onboard touches, delivering an unparalleled sense of space, serenity, and connection to the sea.
Grandview Suites
Also debuting on the Penthouse Deck, the new Grandview Suites offer a refined, contemporary retreat designed for guests seeking elevated comfort and privacy. Grandview Suites feature a new and elegant design, including refined, modern finishes, and beautifully spacious bathrooms with dual sinks and walk-in showers. With unobstructed floor-to-ceiling ocean views from their elevated vantage point, Grandview Suites provide an intimate, sophisticated sanctuary paired with Azamara’s suite amenities, including complimentary specialty dining and premium beverage package, and more.
Culinary and ship enhancements across Azamara’s fleet
Chef’s Table
Azamara Forward will debut a newly dedicated Chef’s Table restaurant, elevating one of the brand’s most beloved dining experiences. Located on Deck 10 in a private, panoramic space, Chef’s Table serves as the pinnacle of Azamara’s intimate, destination-inspired dining. Expanding on the popular French, Italian, and Signature Chef’s Table concepts, the new venue introduces a rotating series of themed menus inspired by the regions Azamara visits. Programming will expand to include globally inspired culinary journeys, celebrity and destination-focused guest chefs, Winemaker’s Dinners, and select Market Dining Experiences that take guests from local markets to bespoke onboard menus. Chef’s Table will celebrate local recipes passed through generations within the timeless storytelling of cuisine.
Atlas Bar
Following its enthusiastic guest reception aboard Azamara Onward, the beloved Atlas Bar experience will be recrafted and introduced fleetwide as part of Azamara Forward, a testament to the concept’s popularity and role in enhancing the onboard social experience through destination-inspired cocktails. Now positioned at the heart of each ship next to Discoveries Restaurant, Atlas Bar becomes a central gathering point where evenings begin, conversations unfold, and destinations come to life through flavor. As part of Azamara Forward, guests will now be able to enjoy a complimentary range of beverages, alongside Atlas Bar’s thoughtfully crafted cocktails and premium spirits, within the welcoming atmosphere guests gather each evening and can stay after dinner, for a quiet, intimate experience.
Fleet-Wide Ship Enhancements
Guests will step into a completely reimagined Cabaret Lounge, where modern furnishings, refreshed carpeting and a redesigned dance floor set the stage for lively evenings and unforgettable social moments onboard. Additionally, the staterooms have been refreshed with contemporary touches: soft decorative bedding, refined furnishings, plush carpets, and luxurious fabrics introduce a fresh, light color palette inspired by the endless sky and boundless oceans. Discoveries Restaurant will undergo a complete redesign, featuring new decor, enhanced lighting and updated furnishings, all wrapped in a warm, inviting color palette designed to elevate every dining experience.
Fleetwide updates also include redesigned treatment rooms within The Sanctum Spa, enhancing comfort and tranquility. Public restrooms throughout the ships have also been renewed, ensuring every detail reflects Azamara’s commitment to comfort, thoughtful design, and warm hospitality.
