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| The pool area on Azamara Quest (Photo: Gerry) |
ABOARD AZAMARA QUEST,
DAY TWO – This is the first of two “at sea” days as we head to our first port
of call, St. John in the Virgin Islands. Last night we experienced a lot of
motion as the ship navigated stout waves and wind. By daylight it had moderated
somewhat, but best to keep the Dramamine close by.
As we get acquainted with our new home for the next 12 days,
one thing that stands out whether you’re in the main dining room or by the
pool: It’s so quiet. Even where lots
of people are gathered, you won’t find the hectic tempo prevalent on larger
ships. And it’s pretty much all adults; we’ve only seen one child so far.
For the most part, these passengers are seasoned travelers,
renewing old acquaintances or trading war stories from their years of
globe-trotting.
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| The Drawing Room |
Two areas we found inviting were both on deck 10: The
Drawing Room and Looking Glass.
The Drawing Room is your classic old English library,
complete with over-stuffed chairs and a fireplace. Find yourself a good book to
read and enjoy it here or take it with you. No need to check it out; we’re all
on the honor system.
Looking Glass is the lounge at the front of the ship. It’s
an elegant setting for a panoramic view. One area is earmarked for games, such
as dominos, checkers or cards. In the evenings, it’s music and cocktails.
A word about getting around – since this is a smaller ship,
so are the stairways and elevators. In fact, the stairs are remindful of what
you might find in an upscale Parisian hotel.
What about the Internet? We all know today’s travelers
expect to be connected 24/7 by phone, tablet and computer. If you are reading
this, then you know the connection works. Yes, it is slower, and not always
available. You choose a package that ranges from 43 cents a minute on a low end
to 65 cents on the high end (the more you buy, the cheaper it is). Planning to
Skype? Don’t. They tell you, “Our system does not support Skype, VOIP, Remote
Access and other high bandwidth programs.”
I wouldn’t plan on much live streaming.
Time to sign off and head for deck 11 – the Sun Deck. There’s
a chaise lounge waiting for me with my name on it. -- Gerry
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