Having read many complaints on forums about "dropping standards" "awful plated food" "lack of wine waiters" "poor service!" I have to say I was worried about our cruise. However having got back I can only say we should ignore the moaners as we found none of the above to be true.

Azura was fresh from her refit and had been repainted , the carpets in public areas had been replaced and she looked clean and fresh.

Embarkation was quick and simple and we didn't have to wait long. Our cabin was ready before 2 and our luggage arrived not long after that. Read more