Azamara Journey
January 25, 2027

Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration.

Scarborough, Tobago, offers docking at Scarborough Port. Travelers explore Fort King George and Pigeon Point Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Buccoo Reef. Local markets sell curry crab. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a Tobagonian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Trinidad and Tobago history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Scarborough’s island allure offers a vibrant Tobagonian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and marine adventures, making Scarborough an engaging destination for exploration.

Ile Royale, French Guiana, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to historic shores. Travelers explore former prison ruins from Devil’s Island. Excursions spot macaws and sea turtles. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures jungle trails and Atlantic waves. Dining onboard includes boucané fish, a local favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover penal colony history. Light clothing and insect repellent suit the tropical climate. Binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Ile Royale’s historic intrigue offers a unique French Guiana stop, blending history with natural beauty.

Belem, Brazil, docks on the Amazon River, 2 kilometers from downtown, with taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 1.5 million, features the Ver-o-Peso Market with açaí stalls. Travelers visit the Theatro da Paz, an 1878 opera house. Excursions to Ilha do Marajó, 2 hours by ferry, spot water buffalo. Peak season July to December; taxis 10-20 BRL. Dining includes tacacá soup at riverside stalls. Souvenirs feature Amazonian seeds.

Recife, Brazil, offers docking at Recife Port. Travelers explore Boa Viagem Beach and Olinda’s UNESCO colonial streets. Excursions visit Porto de Galinhas for snorkeling. Local markets sell frevo sweets. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful facades and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes tapioca, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Pernambuco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Recife’s vibrant culture offers a dynamic Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and coastal charm, making Recife an engaging destination for exploring Brazil’s northeast.

Salvador de Bahia, Brazil, offers docking at Salvador Port. Travelers explore Pelourinho’s UNESCO colonial streets and Elevador Lacerda. Excursions visit Praia do Forte’s beaches. Local markets sell acarajé. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful facades and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes moqueca, a Bahian favorite. Souvenirs, like berimbau crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Afro-Brazilian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Salvador’s vibrant culture offers a dynamic Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and coastal beauty, making Salvador an engaging destination for exploration.

Buzios, Brazil, anchors offshore with tenders to Canto Beach, a 5-minute ride to downtown, population 30,000. Travelers stroll Rua das Pedras for boutiques. Praia da Ferradura offers snorkeling. Local markets sell cachaça. Excursions to Arraial do Cabo, 1 hour east, explore beaches. Peak season December to March; taxis 10-20 BRL. Dining includes moqueca at seaside restaurants. Souvenirs feature Havaianas flip-flops.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, offers docking at Porto Maravilha. Travelers explore Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach. Excursions visit Sugarloaf Mountain’s cable car. Local markets sell feijoada. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures iconic statues and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes pão de queijo, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like samba crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carioca history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Rio’s vibrant energy offers a dynamic Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks, scenic beaches, and samba culture, making Rio de Janeiro an engaging destination for exploration.

Returning to Rio De Janeiro — see Day 14 above for port info.

Returning to Rio De Janeiro — see Day 14 above for port info.

Parati, Brazil, offers docking at Parati Port. Travelers explore the colonial old town, a UNESCO site, and cobblestone streets. Excursions visit Trindade’s pristine beaches. Local markets sell cachaça. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for historic tours. Photography captures pastel facades and Atlantic shores. Dining onboard includes moqueca, a Brazilian stew. Souvenirs, like artisanal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Parati’s charming colonial beauty offers a vibrant Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, scenic beaches, and cultural heritage, making Parati an engaging destination for exploring Brazil’s colonial past and coastal allure.

Ilhabela, Brazil, has docking at Ilhabela Port. Travelers explore Curral Beach and rainforest trails. Excursions visit Cachoeira da Toca’s waterfalls. Local markets sell cachaça. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather. Photography captures Atlantic forests and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes moqueca, a Brazilian fish stew. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover island history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Ilhabela’s lush landscapes offer a vibrant Brazilian stop, blending beaches with rainforest adventures.

Santos (Sao Paulo), Brazil, offers docking at Santos Port with excursions to Sao Paulo. Travelers explore Ibirapuera Park and Sé Cathedral. Excursions visit Guarujá’s beaches. Local markets sell feijoada. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes pão de queijo, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee beans, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Paulista history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Santos’ urban gateway offers a vibrant Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of metropolitan culture and coastal beauty, making Santos an engaging destination for exploration.

Montevideo, Uruguay, offers docking at Montevideo Port. Travelers explore Plaza Independencia and Pocitos Beach. Excursions visit Colonia del Sacramento. Local markets sell asado. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Río de la Plata vistas. Dining onboard includes chivito, a Uruguayan favorite. Souvenirs, like mate gourds, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gaucho history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Montevideo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Uruguayan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic plazas and scenic beaches, making Montevideo an engaging destination for exploration.

Buenos Aires, Argentina, offers docking at Buenos Aires Port. Travelers explore La Boca and Recoleta Cemetery. Excursions visit Tigre Delta. Local markets sell empanadas. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful barrios and Río de la Plata vistas. Dining onboard includes asado, an Argentine favorite. Souvenirs, like tango crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peronist history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Buenos Aires’ vibrant charm offers a lively Argentine stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Buenos Aires an engaging destination.

Returning to Buenos Aires — see Day 23 above for port info.