| Azamara to return in Greece in Aug

AZAMARA has announced its return to sailing in Greece (pictured), with a series of country-intensive voyages starting in Aug.

The program marks Azamara’s return to service for the first time as an independent cruise line, with Azamara Quest to return beginning 28 Aug.

Five back-to-back country-intensive voyages will be followed by one classic Mediterranean sailing, with each itinerary seven days in length.

The season will also feature 18 late-night stays in port, including Santorini, Rhodes and Heraklion.

Voyages will open for booking on 11 May, with all guests and crews required to be fully vaccinated against coronavirus no later than 14 days prior to departure.

Once the sailings open for booking, Azamara will reveal further protocol guidelines, led by the Healthy Sail Panel.

“Over the past year, our team — ship to shoreside — continued to connect with our guests and travel partners…our biggest takeaway is the desire everyone has to sail again, and we are excited to share that we can finally make this dream come true,” said President Carol Cabezas.

“There’s no better way to return to service than in a country Azamara knows best, Greece.

“Our return to sail wouldn’t be possible without the support from Honorable Minister Harry Theoharis, the local government and port authorities, and we are extremely grateful for welcoming us back into this beautiful and culturally rich destination.”

Theoharis said Greece was looking forward to welcoming Azamara and its guests, and fully supported the line’s return to cruising.

All sailings aboard Azamara Journey and Azamara Pursuit will remain suspended until Sep, and other Quest sailings through to 02 Oct are also suspended.

Guests impacted by suspensions will be offered a number of flexible options to rebook or request refunds for current reservations.