Azura, Britain's Newest Superliner

Azura represents the latest, most excitings stage for P&O cruises history. She is currently under construction at the Monfalcone shipyard in Italy and recently celebrated the laying of the keel. The keel laying process involved one section of the ship's hull being placed in dry dock.

What to expect onboard:

• 3,100 passengers
• 14 public decks: includes gym, library, coffee place, duty free shops
• 5 pools
• Lounges and Bars:
  The Marquis - classic London pub with live music and sports; The Planet Bar, and Blue Bar serving fancy cocktails and champagne
  Manhattan Show Lounge: tribute acts, comedians
  Malabar: inspired by contemporary hotels in Mumbai, you can drink and listen to live music
  The Playhouse: 800 seat theatre
• The Retreat: open air spa air with loungers and cabanas (Adult only area)
• 11 dining venues: Indian, GlassHouse, 2 buffet courts, Poolside grill, Pizzeria, room service, Club dining (traditional - same table at the same time each night), Freedom Dining in the main restaurant (5 course meal but you can choose your time),

New Features include:

• Indian fine Dining restaurant, Sindhu created by Michelin starred chef Atul Kochhar
• First single staterooms of 18 cabins
• Two large suites for extended families or group of friends
• Spa cabins which offer exclusive access to the Oasis Spa
• TV Wine expert Olly Smith has been selected to help create the new Glass House 'Select Dining'  restaurant and wine bar concept. He will also be on many of the cruises to offer his expert advise
• Giant screen cinema above the main pool so you can catch a moonlit film

She will undertake her sea trials in summer 2009 before her maiden voyage in late spring 2010. Her itineraries will include sailings to the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, the Baltic and the Norwegian Fjords so she will be brimming with new adventures

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View the first CAD images of the Azura