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Azamara brings sophisticated cruising to Ireland in 2011

Azamara Club Cruises is marking its continued investment in the Irish cruise market by bringing the cruise line’s sophisticated boutique hotel-style cruising experience to Ireland with two voyages, which conclude and sail from Dublin Port in summer 2011.

Azamara Journey will sail on a 12-night Iceland and Norwegian Fjords voyage on August 17.  Departing from Copenhagen (Denmark), the ship will feature an overnight in Reykjavik, and include calls at Bergen and Geiranger (Norway), Lerwick/Shetland (Scotland), Akureyri (Iceland), and Torshavn (Faroe Islands) before arriving in Dublin on August 29.

The ship will also offer a ten-night voyage departing Dublin Port on August 29 featuring two days in Bordeaux (France), as well as call at Holyhead (Wales), Cork/Cobh (Ireland), and Bilbao, Gijon and Vigo (Spain), before finishing with another overnight in Lisbon (Portugal) on 8 September, 2011.

Azamara president Larry Pimente says: “Our up-market boutique brand continues to grow in favour with British and Irish travellers who seek distinctive destinations, delivered uniquely. Our itineraries offer more late-night and overnight stays so guests can enjoy a more immersive experience while on an Azamara holiday cruise.”

Jenny Rafter, Azamara’s sales manager for Ireland, adds: “The two summer sailings cover all tastes – stunning Nordic scenery or, welcome sun-drenched coasts. Early booking is recommended for a holiday experience with unmatched levels of service you’ll want to repeat again and again.”