We had cruised on Azura in Jan 21 and it was so good we booked again. Manchester airport was a nightmare and it took 3 hours 40 min from bus drop off till we cleared security. mostly because of covid testing and not enough TUI check in staff. We had booked the Aspire lounge but had to walk briskly from security to the departure gate in time for boarding. £50 down the drain.

The check in etc at the ship went well and were soon in our cabin B503 which was just as we expected it to be.

Entertainment was a let down compared to last time, we saw 1 production show followed by a couple of really good singers a very dodgy comedian (John Clegg) and a Phill Collins Tribute act??? I know, wouldn't be my choice either. Read more