BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Port Everglades has officially welcomed
Azamara Cruises for the first time and Azamara Onward to its
new South Florida winter homeport during a traditional dockside plaque-and-key
ceremony. As a portal to the world, the greater Fort Lauderdale seaport is an
ideal fit for the luxury small-ship cruise line that offers sailings to
destinations around the globe.
"We
are honored to extend our highly personalized services to Azamara Cruises and
their guests," said Port Everglades CEO and Port Director Jonathan
Daniels. "As a welcoming and convenient port of choice, we're confident
that their cruise guests will find themselves pleasantly immersed in all that
the port and Greater Fort Lauderdale have to offer."
Azamara Onward's four sailings from
the port this cruise season include a 10-night, 12-night and 14-night journey
to the Eastern Caribbean, and a 13-night Central America Tapestry Voyage, which
kicks off the 155-night Around the World Voyage that departs on January 5,
2024. The newest ship in Azamara Cruises' collection is built like its other
three ships to accommodate up to 700 guests as it crosses oceans, cruises
waterways and docks at intimate locations.
"We
want to thank CEO and Port Director Jonathan Daniels and his team at Port
Everglades for warmly welcoming our latest ship, Azamara Onward, as
she makes her maiden call here in Fort Lauderdale," says Michael Pawlus,
Head of Itinerary Planning at Azamara. "With our headquarters in South
Florida, it's always exciting to have one of our ships dock close to home. In
just a few weeks, Azamara Onward will set sail from here on
her first ever World Cruise from Port Everglades, taking our guests from Fort
Lauderdale to more than 40 countries across the globe."
In addition to ease of sailing, Azamara cruise guests will find Port Everglades
is a shell's throw away from golden beaches, restaurants, hotels and
attractions for nearly every interest and budget.
About Port Everglades Port Everglades offers everything under the sun
from Caribbean cruises to world voyages to fast ferry getaways -- all from the
vacation paradise of Greater Fort Lauderdale. Port Everglades' enviable
location in the heart of South Florida and the neighboring Caribbean, makes it
one of the three busiest cruise ports in the world, typically hosting more than
3 million passengers annually. Guests enjoy the port's proximity to three
international airports including rapidly growing Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International
Airport (FLL) less than two miles away. For pre- and post-cruise stays, Port
Everglades is a short drive to sweeping beachfronts, a vibrant art scene,
world-class restaurants, craft breweries, entertainment, shopping, casinos, and
family-friendly activities -- including the area's namesake, the Florida
Everglades. View details on the latest cruise offerings at PortEverglades.net or
contact us by emailing PortEverglades@broward.org
About
Azamara Azamara is a small-ship cruise line
and leader in Destination Immersion® experiences. With a fleet of four
intimate-style ships, Azamara Journey®, Azamara Quest®, Azamara Pursuit®, and
Azamara Onward, the cruise line allows travelers to reach marquee ports around
the world and dock in smaller, hidden gem destinations. Azamara aims to Change
the Way You Sea, through its commitment to creating immersive experiences for
guests through Extended Destination Days (10
or more hours in port) for a more meaningful travel experience. Through their
deep understanding of hospitality and commitment to delivering exceptional
service, guests can experience an intimate hotel at sea. By leveraging
technology, data, communications, and trained staff they strive to create
personalized and memorable journeys for guests. Through Always Azamara guests can know
what's always included; a variety
of dining venues plus room service, drinks including alcohol all day and night,
tips & gratuities, exclusive cultural events, and unlimited self-service
laundry; and what is always expected when sailing with Azamara; no hassle, no
crowds, unique & iconic destinations, overnights, and Extended Destination Days. Additionally,
guests can also take advantage of exclusive loyalty membership benefits through
the Azamara Circle Program. For more information visit www.azamara.com.
December 12, 2023
MEDIA CONTACT: Joy Oglesby, Public Information
Officer Port Everglades 954-468-0195
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