Posted on 19th Jan, 2026
The Vision: "Azamara Forward" is a major investment to elevate the onboard experience while staying true to the line's heritage of Destination Immersion.
New Spaces: A dedicated Chef's Table venue and the fleetwide rollout of the Atlas Bar top the dining enhancements.
The Penthouse Deck: Azamara Quest will receive a completely new deck featuring panoramic suites.
Azamara has officially unveiled Azamara Forward, a transformational plan that promises to elevate the onboard experience across its four-ship fleet.
Informed by feedback from guests and travel partners, this extensive enhancement programme is designed to celebrate the line’s rich heritage while propelling it into the future as the global leader in destination immersion.
Described as the largest renovation investment in the company’s history, Azamara Forward is an invitation to experience the world with a fresh perspective.
Across the entire fleet, guests will notice a lighter, more contemporary feel designed to maximise comfort and style.
Suites & Staterooms: Every stateroom and suite is receiving a makeover. Expect a fresh, light colour palette inspired by the sea and sky, featuring new plush carpeting, soft decorative bedding, and refined furnishings.
The Sanctum Spa: The onboard sanctuary is getting even more serene with redesigned treatment rooms crafted for ultimate tranquillity.
The Cabaret Lounge: The heart of evening entertainment is being transformed with modern furnishings, a refreshed dance floor, and enhanced lighting and sound systems to support new production shows.
Public Spaces: Even the functional spaces are getting an upgrade, with public restrooms throughout the ships being renewed with modern fixtures and finishes.
Azamara Forward is set to take the line's culinary reputation to new heights with redesigned spaces and expanded concepts.
Previously exclusive to Azamara Onward, the popular Atlas Bar will be rolled out to all four ships. It will move to a prime location on Deck 5, right outside the Discoveries Restaurant.
No longer just a "speakeasy," it will become the ship's central social hub, serving its signature destination-inspired artisanal cocktails.
The beloved Chef’s Table experience is moving from a pop-up in Prime C to its own dedicated, permanent venue on Deck 10.
This intimate space will host rotating themed menus, winemaker dinners, and special "Market Dining" experiences where chefs source ingredients locally in port.
The main dining room, Discoveries, will undergo a complete redesign.
Guests can look forward to new décor, upgraded lighting, and updated furniture, all wrapped in a warm and inviting colour palette.
The most dramatic change will debut on Azamara Quest in December 2026. The ship will receive an entirely new deck - Deck 11 - constructed above the current structure. This "Penthouse Deck" will house 12 all-new suites:
The Panorama Suites: Located at the front of the ship, these two spectacular suites offer 270-degree ocean views, separate living and dining areas, and spacious spa-inspired bathrooms.
The Grandview Suites: Ten new suites offering floor-to-ceiling views and luxurious bathrooms with dual sinks and walk-in showers.
Azamara Quest will be the first to showcase these changes following her dry dock in late 2026, with Azamara Onward following in 2027 and the rest of the fleet to follow.
With these sweeping upgrades set to redefine luxury at sea, there has never been a better time to rediscover the world with Azamara.
Be among the first to experience these stunning new spaces - including the exclusive new Penthouse Deck - by securing your suite today.
Author: Naomi Allen
Role: Junior Content Editor