{"id":24500,"date":"2016-06-17T12:31:57","date_gmt":"2016-06-17T18:31:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rivercruiseadvisor.com\/?page_id=24500"},"modified":"2017-06-14T10:18:34","modified_gmt":"2017-06-14T16:18:34","slug":"scenic-azure","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rivercruiseadvisor.com\/cruise-companies\/scenic-tours\/scenic-azure\/","title":{"rendered":"Scenic Azure"},"content":{"rendered":"

SCENIC AZURE Review<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Scenic Azure on the Douro. Photo courtesy of Scenic.<\/p><\/div>\n

SCENIC AZURE Overview<\/h3>\n

Scenic Azure<\/strong> was purpose-built to sail Portugal\u2019s Douro River for Scenic<\/strong><\/a>. Carrying 96 guests and a crew of 36, Scenic Azure offers guests a nearly 1:2 staff-to-guest ratio, and a full 87 percent of all staterooms onboard feature Scenic\u2019s \u201cSun Lounge\u201d open-air balcony concept for better views of the wine-producing Douro River Valley.<\/p>\n

SCENIC AZURE Staterooms<\/h3>\n

Scenic Azure\u2019s 48 staterooms come in five separate categories:<\/p>\n

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  • Standard Suites<\/strong> feature fixed picture window views and measure 172 square feet. There are six of these staterooms situated on Jewel Deck (the lowest passenger-accessible deck onboard), and feature a private bathroom with shower.<\/li>\n
  • Riverview Suites<\/strong>, or Category C1, are slightly larger at 183 square feet. This is the first category to feature a retractable Scenic Sun Lounge balcony system. There is only one of these staterooms onboard \u2013 221 \u2013 and Scenic notes that it \u201cis fitted with a Scenic Sun Lounge but does not include an external balcony.\u201d<\/li>\n
  • Private Balcony Suites<\/strong> are located on Sapphire and Diamond decks and feature a full-length outdoor balcony along with expanded living area and bathrooms complemented by a luxury vanity and sink area and a separate shower. These suites measure 215 square feet.<\/li>\n
  • Junior Suites<\/strong> are situated on Sapphire and Diamond decks and measure 247 square feet. These Category RJ and BJ rooms are basically expanded versions of the Private Balcony Suites (detailed above), with a full-length outdoor balcony and an expanded bathroom.<\/li>\n
  • Royal One-Bedroom Suites<\/strong>, or Category RP, are the largest suites on the ship at 420 square feet apiece. There are two of these suites onboard Scenic Azure, both of which are located on Diamond Deck and are numbered Suites 322 and 323. Situated all the way aft, they have separate sleeping and living areas, a private outdoor Scenic Sun Lounge balcony, and an enlarged bathroom featuring both a separate tub and shower.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    SCENIC AZURE Public Areas<\/h3>\n

    Although smaller than Scenic\u2019s \u201cSpace Ships\u201d that ply rivers like the Danube and Rhine, there are still plenty of areas aboard Scenic Azure for guests to relax and enjoy the passing views of Portugal\u2019s Douro River Valley \u2013 itself a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n

    The Panorama Lounge and Bar<\/strong> functions as the social hub of the ship where guests can enjoy a drink, read a book, or participate in daily lectures and briefings from the ship\u2019s onboard Cruise Director. The nearby River Caf\u00e9 <\/strong>offers up lite bites throughout the day, which you might want to take with you up to the expansive Sun Deck<\/strong> that most guests retreat to on nice days to admire the scenery.<\/p>\n

    The Panorama Deck<\/strong> is sheltered from the elements at the bow of the ship and features comfortable chairs and, naturally, shade from the sun, which can be particularly stifling during the summer months in this region.<\/p>\n

    Scenic Azure also has a small Fitness Center and Wellness Area<\/strong>, along with a Reception Lobby<\/strong> that can handle any questions you might have about your voyage.<\/p>\n

    Meals are served in the ship\u2019s main Crystal Dining Room<\/strong>, which also features Scenic\u2019s signature Table D\u2019Or <\/strong>specialty dining experience. Another venue, Portobellos<\/strong>, is adjacent to the River Caf\u00e9 up on Diamond Deck, not far from the main lounge. Scenic\u2019s Sun Deck Barbecue<\/strong> is also offered once per week (weather permitting) and room service<\/strong> can be ordered from the comfort of your stateroom.<\/p>\n

    River Cruisers Should Know!\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    • Nearly all staterooms feature Scenic\u2019s Sun Lounge balcony concept.<\/li>\n
    • Scenic Azure has a passenger elevator that travels from Jewel to Diamond Deck, but does not reach the Sun Deck.<\/li>\n
    • Gratuities, on board and ashore, are\u00a0included on all Scenic Cruises.<\/li>\n
    • Complimentary wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffees, teas and soft drinks.<\/li>\n
    • In-Suite mini-bar is restocked daily.<\/li>\n
    • 24\/7 Room Service is available to all guests.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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