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• Tues, Jul 28Edinburgh (Leith), Scotland

  Embark Azamara Quest beginning at 1:00PM. All aboard by 4:30PM.

  Welcome Cocktails & Briefing this evening. Meet your fellow participants and PerryGolf staff.

  Enjoy Edinburgh on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.

  In Port - Edinburgh

• Wed, Jul 29Edinburgh (Leith) Dumbarnie/Kinsbarns

  LYLE: Today play Dumbarnie Links the dramatic and exciting new kid on the Scottish golf landscape. Located 9 miles south of St Andrews, the layout plays over 345 acres, part of the 5,000-acre Balcarres Estate held by Lord Anthony Balniel and his family since the 16th century. Designed by Clive Clark, a member of the 1973 Great Britain and Ireland Ryder Cup team, the site is highlighted by a mile and a half of sea frontage featuring panoramic views over the Firth of Forth. Its dual elevations, which are connected by a flowing escarpment, provide a number of elevated tees where holes play directly towards the sea.

  LAWRIE: Today play Kingsbarns Golf Links. Its sandy, linksland soils are the basis for this heritage, and produce the fine-bladed fescues which are the cornerstone of fast-and-firm playing surfaces that characterize links golf. Designed by Kyle Phillips and opened anew in 2000, its rebirth has been shared with golfers from near and far with outstanding reviews. The links features spacious rolling fairways, large greens, and exceptional sea views on every hole. A challenging yet enjoyable champion-standard traditional Scottish links course.

  Edinburgh, the inspiring capital of Scotland, is a historic, cosmopolitan and cultured city. The setting is striking; a city perched on a series of extinct volcanoes and rocky crags which rise from the generally flat landscape of the Lothians with the sheltered shoreline of the Firth of Forth to the north. Edinburgh Castle dominates the city-center and from its ramparts you can look down on medieval lanes that hold over a thousand years of history, mystery and tradition. You will also see a modern, dynamic capital where international festivals attract the world's leading performers, galleries display cutting-edge art, and bars, restaurants and clubs create a lively, cosmopolitan atmosphere with a distinctly Scottish twist. No visit to Edinburgh would be complete without a walk up the Royal Mile, which stretches from the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the King's official residence in Scotland, to Edinburgh Castle. The route is lined with tourist shops and pubs but be sure to explore the narrow alleys called closes that lead off the Royal Mile.

  Enjoy Edinburgh on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.

  At Sea

• Thurs, Jul 30Aberdeen Cruden Bay/Murcar Links

  LYLE: Cruden Bay offers an internationally famous golfing experience – old fashioned links golf at its best – on one of the finest courses in Scotland. Creating unique challenges with greens and fairways hidden between massive dunes, driveable par fours, blind shots and of course gorgeous view of the North Sea. Cruden Bay is a regular among the world’s top 100 clubs.

  LAWRIE: Today play Murcar Links. We certainly understand how visitors are attracted to Scotland’s marquee clubs. There are dozens but there are also an equal number of hidden gems where the welcome is particularly warm, the golf is exceptional, and the expense is less expensive. Murcar Links is another such example. Established in 1909, the original Archie Simpson design is found next door to Royal Aberdeen. James Braid would eventually appear to work his magic, which as usual endures to this today. The par 71, 6,516 links is set on spectacular terrain including huge dunes producing a number of elevated tees (and stunning views), blind shots, tumbling fairways and wicked rough.

  The harbor city of Aberdeen sits by the North Sea, located between the rivers Dee and Don. Remote and northerly, Scotland’s third largest city is a surprising gem with distinctive architecture and a cosmopolitan feel. Aberdeen stands apart from other Scottish cities. You won’t hear Gaelic around these parts, as this bright sunny port more closely resembles a typical English city. Walk the bustling, mile-long Union Street to peruse high-street shops and venture into local independent stores. Explore the spirit of Aberdeen’s maritime history in Footdee - a traditional fishing village full of quirky outbuildings - or one of the many local museums.

  Enjoy Aberdeen on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.

  At Sea

• Fri, Jul 31Invergordon Royal Dornoch/Castle Stuart

  LYLE: Today play Royal Dornoch. The curving bay of the Dornoch Firth and its magnificent white broad beaches are backed by a narrow strip of softly contoured dune land rising in two distinctive levels, providing just enough room for parallel fairways. The ridges, hillocks, dunes and undulating links land have all the characters of the best of links courses, and most of the difficulties. Old Tom Morris was the architect responsible for extending the original 9 holes layout to 18 holes in 1886. He introduced the plateau greens which are the soul of the course, their uniqueness lies in their size and their inverted saucer shapes.

  LAWRIE: Today play Castle Stuart Golf Links. One of the newest additions to the links courses of Scotland. Castle Stuart runs along the shores of the Moray Firth to the east of Inverness with wonderful views over to the Black Isle. Six holes hug the shoreline while the remaining holes are played over a terraced slope so views out to sea are ever present. Already included in the World's Top 100.

  Invergordon is the deep-water port for Inverness, the capital of the Scottish Highlands and your gateway to an area of the Highlands known as the “Great Glen.” Travel 20 miles north to the picturesque town of Dornoch to see its sandstone buildings, beautiful domestic gardens and tiny 13th Century cathedral. Ten miles further you’ll find the fairy-tale ancestral home of the Clan Sutherland – Dunrobin Castle – one of the oldest inhabited houses in Scotland, dating back to the 13th century. The stunning formal gardens which run down to the sea are based on those at Versailles and were laid out in the 1850s. Daily displays of the ancient sport of falconry take place in the gardens. Less than an hour south is magnificent Cawdor Castle, the setting for setting for Shakespeare’s Macbeth. The 14th century home of the Thanes of Cawdor is considered one of the most romantic stately homes in the Highlands with its fine collection of rare tapestries, portraits and furniture plus lovely gardens and grounds.

  Enjoy Invergordon on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.

  At Sea

• Sat, Aug 1Lerwick

  Enjoy a leisurely morning at sea before a lunchtime arrival into Lerwick.

  Nearly 600 miles north of London is Shetland, Britain’s most northerly territory found due west of Norway. The only town in this archipelago of more than 100 islands and fewer than 8,000 inhabitants is the port of Lerwick. This might not be where you’d expect to find charming shops, lively pubs and visiting yachts, but you will. There is an old town and a new town both easy to walk. The Shetland Museum & Archives is an award winning attraction in the heart of town on Hay’s Dock. On the outskirts, see what the Iron Age looks like at Clickimin Broch, a stone-built round house found only in Scotland.

  Enjoy Lerwick on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.

  At Sea

• Sun, Aug 2Kirkwall Orkney Golf Club*

  OPTIONAL GOLF ADD-ON: Orkney Golf Club is situated on the outskirts of Kirkwall, and is the oldest in the Orkney Islands, having been founded in 1889. This local community club offers a sporting and fun layout of just under 6,000 yards long, and boasts beautiful panoramic views over the Northern Isles, and the town of Kirkwall. Please note, no golf carts or caddies available. Guests will use pull/push carts at this easy-walking venue. The round at Orkney Golf Club is not included in the 4-round Lyle or 4-round Lawrie golf package. Additional cost applies - see Pricing for details.

  The 70 islands of Orkney are low lying, a pleasing, gently rolling panorama of fertile fields, heather cloaked moors, and lakes. The red sandstone walls of the imposing St. Magnus Cathedral dominate Kirkwall, the main town, capital, and hub for roads linking east and west. In summer whales and dolphins sport in coastal waters, and tens of thousands of breeding seabirds congregate on sharp seaside cliffs. The early arrival of mankind on this scene can be investigated at Skara Brae, an amazingly well-preserved Neolithic village that was inhabited and already abandoned more than 5,000 years ago.

  Enjoy Kirkwall on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.

  At Sea

• Mon, Aug 3Ullapool

  Nestled on the edge of Loch Broom, Ullapool, Scotland, is a captivating destination that offers a blend of natural splendor and vibrant culture. This charming Highland village is renowned for its picturesque harbor, where colorful boats bob gently in the water against a backdrop of dramatic mountain scenery. Ullapool serves as a gateway to the stunning landscapes of Wester Ross and the Northern Highlands. With its welcoming atmosphere and bustling arts scene, Ullapool promises an unforgettable Scottish experience that captures the essence of Highland hospitality and breathtaking natural wonders.

  Enjoy Ullapool on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.

  At Sea

• Tues, Aug 4Oban

  Under the craggy emerald peaks of the Scottish Highlands lies a tiny port town with a heart for adventure. Gaelic for “little bay”, Oban is a captivating getaway that fulfils your every dream of Scotland. Dubbed both the Gateway to the Isles and the sea kayaking capital of Scotland; kayaking, boating, and other outdoor endeavours are within easy reach of Oban.

  The backdrop to both historic and fictional scenes, Oban’s breath-taking landscape has played a key role in some of history’s most famous moments. Explore the magnificent Inveraray Castle, the former home to the Duke of Argyll. Look familiar? This vision in Gothic Revival architecture can also be seen on the popular show Downtown Abbey as the fictional “Duneagle Castle”.

  Enjoy Oban on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.

  At Sea

• Wed, Aug 5Glasgow Prestwick/Ailsa Turnberry

  LYLE: Today play Prestwick Golf Club one of the world's oldest clubs and whose very testing and traditional links hosted the very first Open in 1860. The winner was Willie Park from Musselburgh with a score of 174 for thirty six holes, two shots clear of the legendary Tom Morris. Prestwick was home to the first eleven championships and then held it jointly along with The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews and The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers (Muirfield). Prestwick's twenty fourth and last Open was in 1925 when Jim Barnes from the USA won. Only the Old Course of St Andrews has hosted more Open championships than Prestwick.

  LAWRIE: Today play the Ailsa Course of Turnberry. Lying on a spectacular curve of rockbound coast, the coastal scenery is magnificent especially from the 4th through the 11th and passing the famous landmark lighthouse at the turn. No one can ever forget the 1977 'duel in the sun'' between Jack Nicklaus & Tom Watson. In 2009, the Ailsa Course hosted The 138th Open when when 32 years later Tom Watson almost clinched the championship as a 59 year old, losing out to Stewart Cink in a play off for the famed Claret Jug.

  Glasgow, a reinvented industrial center in western Scotland, has solidified its reputation as a cultural hub. Charles Rennie Mackintosh is one of the first names to know; he was a prodigious architect, interior designer and artist, and the city has a wealth of his work. Stop by his Willow Tea Rooms for a cup of tea and a scone. The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum whose blue and gold inlaid ceiling, Art Deco hanging lamps and marble floors are sufficient reason to visit, let alone the impressive art collection that includes Salvador Dal's controversial 'Christ of St John of the Cross'. Glasgow has an abundance of excellent seafood dining. The oyster bar at Rogano in Exchange Square is where power brokers celebrate deals with a glass of Champagne and a dozen oysters in a space designed to look like a 1930s Art Deco cruise liner. At the Pot Still, an institution that dates from 1857, choose from over 450 malt whiskies like Lagavulin or Arran.

  Enjoy Glasgow on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.

  At Sea

• Thurs, Aug 6Douglas

  The tiny Isle of Man is filled with entertaining sights and scenery. Douglas' lovely seafront is lined with picturesque hotels and restaurants and can be traversed by horse-drawn trams as it has been since 1876. There's a medieval fortress in Castletown; a ruined castle on the Isle of St. Patrick where tales of Vikings, monks, and a ghost dog abound; and the village of Cregneash, where people live in thatched cottages, speak the native Manx language, and practice traditional trades and crafts. Front gardens on residential streets are a standout, awash in colour and scent.

  Enjoy the Isle of Man on your own or via Azamara Shore Excursions®.

  At Sea

• Fri, Aug 7 Dismebark Dublin, Ireland

  Disembark Azamara Quest at 9:00AM.

• About Our Flight Names

  About our FLIGHT NAMES, selected in honor of two great Scottish Champions

  SANDY LYLE FLIGHT

  Born in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1958, Sandy Lyle is one of the most distinguished Scottish golfers of the modern era. Lyle’s crowning career achievements include winning The Open Championship at Royal St George’s in 1985 and the Masters in 1988, making him one of the few golfers to secure both prestigious titles. Lyle's career also features numerous victories on the European Tour, establishing him as a dominant force in international golf. Known for his charismatic style and elegant swing, he has been a source of inspiration for many and remains a revered figure in the sport.

  PAUL LAWRIE FLIGHT

  Aberdeen, Scotland native Paul Lawrie's standout moment came in 1999 when he won The Open Championship at Carnoustie in dramatic fashion. Starting the final round seven shots behind the leader, Lawrie capitalized on a series of mistakes by the leading players, including Jean van de Velde’s infamous collapse on the 18th hole with a triple bogey. Lawrie also accumulated multiple victories on the European Tour and has represented Europe in the Ryder Cup.

Golf Courses

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Trump Turnberry - Ailsa Course, Scotland

Trump Turnberry - Ailsa Course, Scotland

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A constant in the Open Championship rota, it was the site of Stewart Cink's thrilling upset of Tom Watson in 2009.

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Dumbarnie Links , Fife

Dumbarnie Links , Fife

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Cruden Bay, Scotland

Cruden Bay, Scotland

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Royal Dornoch, Dornoch

Royal Dornoch, Dornoch

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Typically ranked among the top courses in Scotland, this championship course in the extreme north is worth the trip.

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Prestwick, Prestwick

Prestwick, Prestwick

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The original home of the Open Championship remains a stern test rich in history.

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Kingsbarns, Fife

Kingsbarns, Fife

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Just a 20-minute drive from St. Andrews and a delightful modern links.

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Murcar, Aberdeen

Murcar, Aberdeen

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A natural links that adjoins Royal Aberdeen and has played host to many championships.

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Cabot Highlands - Castle Stuart, Scotland

Cabot Highlands - Castle Stuart, Scotland

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An incredible, gorgeous links course cut hard against the Moray Firth presenting a pleasurable challenge for all.

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Trump Turnberry - Ailsa Course, Scotland

Trump Turnberry - Ailsa Course, Scotland

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A constant in the Open Championship rota, it was the site of Stewart Cink's thrilling upset of Tom Watson in 2009.

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Dumbarnie Links , Fife

Dumbarnie Links , Fife

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Cruden Bay, Scotland

Cruden Bay, Scotland

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Royal Dornoch, Dornoch

Royal Dornoch, Dornoch

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Typically ranked among the top courses in Scotland, this championship course in the extreme north is worth the trip.

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Prestwick, Prestwick

Prestwick, Prestwick

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The original home of the Open Championship remains a stern test rich in history.

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Kingsbarns, Fife

Kingsbarns, Fife

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Just a 20-minute drive from St. Andrews and a delightful modern links.

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Murcar, Aberdeen

Murcar, Aberdeen

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A natural links that adjoins Royal Aberdeen and has played host to many championships.

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Cabot Highlands - Castle Stuart, Scotland

Cabot Highlands - Castle Stuart, Scotland

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An incredible, gorgeous links course cut hard against the Moray Firth presenting a pleasurable challenge for all.

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Trump Turnberry - Ailsa Course, Scotland

Trump Turnberry - Ailsa Course, Scotland

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A constant in the Open Championship rota, it was the site of Stewart Cink's thrilling upset of Tom Watson in 2009.

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Azamara Quest

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The launch of Azamara Quest in 2018 opened the seas to new itineraries, and the opportunity to provide our guests with more unique and immersive experiences than ever before.

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The Sanctum Spa

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Adjacent to Windows café, the sunset bar is a welcoming outdoor patio with covered and open air seating, and a bar. It's the perfect place for dining alfresco, enjoying a refreshing drink, taking in the sights of your favourite port, or simply watching the world sail by.

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Owners Suite

Owners Suite

Our largest suites have been transformed to feature contemporary design elements that create an elegant and organic feel. The design draws inspiration from nature—a sandy cliff, flowing river beds, exquisite white sand beaches, and rustling grasses.

Club Spa Suite

Club Spa Suite

Located next to the tranquil Sanctum Spa, our newest suites are the ultimate in contemporary design, comfort and pampering. With easy access to the Spa, open decks, swimming pool and our great restaurants, the Club Spa Suites surround you with organic, elegant décor, and the finest, most soothing amenities.

Azamara Quest

Azamara Quest

The launch of Azamara Quest in 2018 opened the seas to new itineraries, and the opportunity to provide our guests with more unique and immersive experiences than ever before.

Specialty Restaurants

Specialty Restaurants

Feel on top of the world as you dine in luxury at one of two specialty restaurants – Aqualina and Prime C

The Sanctum Spa

The Sanctum Spa

Let our Spa transport you to a whole new world with treatments inspired by rituals from exotic cultures. You'll also find a hair salon, the Sanctum Terrace with a Thalassotherapy pool, and an assortment of the finest spa products.

The Sunset Bar

The Sunset Bar

Adjacent to Windows café, the sunset bar is a welcoming outdoor patio with covered and open air seating, and a bar. It's the perfect place for dining alfresco, enjoying a refreshing drink, taking in the sights of your favourite port, or simply watching the world sail by.

Life Onboard

Life Onboard

The Azamara experience doesn't pause when you depart a destination, it continues onboard with our top-tier dining, world-class entertainment and relaxing spa experiences.

Owners Suite

Owners Suite

Our largest suites have been transformed to feature contemporary design elements that create an elegant and organic feel. The design draws inspiration from nature—a sandy cliff, flowing river beds, exquisite white sand beaches, and rustling grasses.

Club Spa Suite

Club Spa Suite

Located next to the tranquil Sanctum Spa, our newest suites are the ultimate in contemporary design, comfort and pampering. With easy access to the Spa, open decks, swimming pool and our great restaurants, the Club Spa Suites surround you with organic, elegant décor, and the finest, most soothing amenities.

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FAQs

• What is PerryGolf's Golf Cruise background?

  We have operated golf cruises since 1997 on a variety of vessels with the expertise developed providing custom land tours since 1984. In 2011 we offered our first golf cruises with Azamara® whose fleet of 4 ocean liners have proven ideal for the purpose. Their fleet of boutique hotels at sea for less than 700 guests are large enough to offer every amenity yet small enough to navigate smaller harbors for premium docking space. Today we are delighted to partner exclusively with Azamara for our year-round schedule of worldwide golf cruises.

• Where do the golf cruises operate?

  Our current portfolio includes voyages to the British Isles, the Baltic Sea, Norway, the Mediterranean, Australia & New Zealand plus South Africa.

  The highest profile of these is our annual British Isles Cruise which combines attendance to the final weekend of The Open with play at collection of the finest and most revered golf courses of the British Isles.

  While our golf cruise roster varies, as do the golf courses we visit, guests can expect to play many of the finest and best known courses around the world. Some of the venues which regularly feature in our cruises include:

  • Portmarnock
  • Royal Birkdale
  • Gleneagles
  • Royal Portrush
  • Royal County Down
  • Ailsa Course Turnberry
  • Royal Dornoch
  • Bro Hof Slot
  • The Estonian
  • Gorki Golf Club (Russia)
  • Valderrama
  • PGA Catalunya
  • Terre Blanche
  • Pevero
  • Yas Links
  • The Emirates
  • Kauri Cliffs
  • Cape Kidnappers
  • Jacks Point
  • New South Wales
  • Fancourt
  • Leopard Creek
  • Buenos Aires Golf Club
• What format do the golf cruises follow?

  Our golf cruises are a fully managed all-inclusive experience, delivered in a way that ensures exceptional guest satisfaction. All golf related arrangements and logistics are managed in advance and onsite by PerryGolf. Typically (although it varies dependent on individual itineraries), the golf cruise program will schedule golf on just over half of shore days, allowing golfers a balance of golf and sightseeing activities. Beyond golf, guests are free to explore on their own arrangements or via a variety of excellent shore excursion programs provided by our cruise partners. The ethos of the golf cruise program is to ensure the high level of service which guests enjoy onboard is extended to the golf experience off the ship. The program creates a stress free environment, allowing guests to relax and enjoy their cruise and the opportunity of playing some of the world’s finest and most memorable golfing venues, and to do so in the company of existing or like minded new found friends.

• What is included in the price of the Golf Cruise?

  Our golf cruises are as all-inclusive as it is possible to be. Onboard, all accommodations, meals, entertainment, open bar (selected beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks) and gratuities are included. Off the ship, all greens fees, cart fees (or caddies at certain venues – excludes caddie gratuity), ground transportation, range balls, box lunch, open bar at respective clubhouses and gratuities are included.

• Should I take out travel insurance?

  PerryGolf strongly recommends that you have luggage, accident and trip cancellation insurance. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate coverage. Full details of the Travel Insurance that PerryGolf can make available to you is available here.

• What is a typical golf cruise group size?

  The typical group size is approximately 40 golfers, with on average a further 10 non-golfing spouses.

  Our cruises that include attendance to The Open are larger with approximately 150 golfers and a further 50 non-golfing spouses.

  Some guests join our cruises as relatively self contained groups, eg 2 or 4 couples who know each other, and they will have their own golfing partners already arranged. Other guests travel as individual couples or single travelers and are seeking to meet and play golf with other guests. We will arrange golf pairings for these guests and through this a great many friendships are born. Non-golfing spouses are also perfectly catered for with a range of shore excursions available.

• What is a typical golf day?

  We manage each guest’s golf equipment from start to finish. The equipment will be taken to the course in advance, loaded onto a golf cart (or be waiting with a caddie at certain venues) and be ready for each guest’s arrival.

  Transfers from the ship are coordinated to ensure that each guest arrives at the golf course with ample time to warm up before play. A sandwich lunch is provided on the golf course, sometimes as a box lunch from the ship, or alternatively provided by the club. An open bar with snacks, soft drinks, beer or wine is always available during play, and the clubhouse bar operates similarly following play.

  Following golf, guests are free to relax in the clubhouse to chat about their round and to experience the particular ambience before transferring back to the ship.

  On one golf day during each cruise an informal competition will be held with prizes to be awarded in a ceremony taking place later onboard the ship.

• Tell me more about the golf program.

  Every aspect of the golf program is fully managed by PerryGolf staff onboard and ashore. Your clubs will be ready and waiting at each venue. Tee times and pairings arranged and posted in advance. A convenient transportation schedule affords suitable time to warm up at the range, and to make the almost inevitable pro shop merchandise purchase. Where available by the venue – refer to the Itinerary for details – caddies are included (excluding caddie gratuity) for all our guests. A friendly competition is staged at a selected course, with prizes awarded at our farewell gathering. A snack lunch is included on-course plus an open bar operates in the clubhouse at the conclusion of the round. Our typical British Isles Golf Cruise guest list which brings together like-minded individuals generally numbers around 120 (split over two golf courses at each port), with new friendships invariably formed during each cruise. Many guests are golfing couples but an equal number are golfers travelling with a non-golfing spouse. Specially arranged onboard golf group social functions, to which all accompanying non-golfing spouses are most warmly welcomed, further enhances the club-like environment. The award winning Azamara Shore Excursions® program, offering a wide variety of off ship excursions, also caters beautifully to our non-golfing guests during days when our golfing excursions are underway.

• Tell me more about the ship.

  The ship serves as our perfect floating boutique hotel and clubhouse, is a small-sized luxury vessel nimble enough to access smaller ports yet large enough to provide every amenity you would expect, from a choice of fine dining and live entertainment, to a well-equipped gym and full-service spa. Forty-four suites are available with English butler style service which routinely book early. Sailing schedules often include extended stays in port plus the occasional overnight which allows for a truly immersive experience. Better still, these cruises are inclusive of a selection of beers, spirits, soft drinks, bottled water, specialty coffees plus wine with lunch and dinner along with gratuities for housekeeping, dining and bar staff. Azamara also proudly boasts two unique signature events on each cruise – an AzAmazing Evening℠ and the White Night party – complimentary to all guests and consistently well received.
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• What is the dress code onboard?

  Azamara® is nicely relaxed, a “resort casual” dress code is acceptable ship wide. During the day sportswear, shorts, sundresses, etc for ladies; shorts, sportswear, polo shirts, tee shirts for men. There are no formal evenings on either vessel. Some guests chose to dress up in the evening but the norm is simply collared shirt and pants for men and long skirts and tops or dress pants for ladies.

  At the golf courses, normal golf resort attire is required.

• What level of fitness & mobility is required?

  Aspects of PerryGolf trips may require a certain level of fitness and mobility in order for a guest to participate fully. Activities may include walking over uneven or rough surfaces, stepping on/off buses, walking up/down stairways where elevators do not exist, stepping in/out of tender boats or occasionally smaller boats, this list is intended as representative but is not exhaustive. If a guest has any concerns over their fitness or mobility levels they should discuss this in advance of any trip with a PerryGolf golf travel specialist and they will provide further information with regard to the activities that you are concerned about, but in general, PerryGolf activities are not designed or intended to be overly strenuous.

• Can I ship my golf clubs ahead of me to my destination?

  Yes you can send your golf clubs, and indeed any luggage in advance to your destination to avoid checked baggage hassles. For more information click here.

• Can PerryGolf assist with my air travel arrangements?

  PerryGolf can provide comprehensive assistance with your air travel arrangements for your PerryGolf trip. We enjoy attractive premium cabin fares with our Preferred Carriers who serve our destinations. These fares are bundled with our land arrangements. For more information click here.

• What are the key services PerryGolf provides?

  PerryGolf is luxury golf tour operator with a unique portfolio of worldwide travel experience and is uniquely qualified to arrange every aspect of a luxurious, international golf vacation. Learn more here.

• Are there testimonials from past travelers?

  We have lots of testimonials from our gracious clients - too many to show them all. But you can view some here.

• Are there more photos from past trips?

  You can view photo albums from various destinations from some of our past trips here.

• Who should I contact for further assistance or to book a PerryGolf Golf Cruise?

  Enquiries should be directed to our dedicated team of Golf Travel Experts at Expert@PerryGolf.com or 800.344.5257. Our experts are all golfers who understand the needs of golfers. They know the venues, all the details of the programs, and have also sailed onboard the vessels of Azamara®. They are ideally placed to provide the best assistance and guidance.

• Do you have any booking tips?

  Simply we encourage guests to book as far in advance as possible as soon as a cruise or program launches …. doing so ensures guests can access the best selection of staterooms and suites (particularly suites with their limited availability on Azamara) and the very best prices …cancellation penalties for cruise and golf package are extremely low.

  We hope these questions and answers assist you.

  Should you have any additional questions please feel free to ask your PerryGolf Travel Expert at Expert@PerryGolf.com or 800.344.5257.

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