Azamara Quest
February 16, 2028

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 1 above for port info.

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.

Rio Grande, Brazil, offers docking at Rio Grande Port. Travelers explore historic waterfront and Molhes da Barra’s breakwater. Excursions visit Lagoa dos Patos for birdwatching. Local markets sell chimarrão. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes churrasco, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gaucho history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while binoculars enhance birdwatching. Rio Grande’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic lagoons, and Gaucho culture, making Rio Grande an engaging destination for exploring Brazil’s southern coast.

Porto Belo, Brazil, offers docking at Porto Belo Port. Travelers explore Bombinhas Beach and local fishing villages. Excursions include snorkeling at Ilha do Arvoredo. Local markets sell acarajé. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for beach tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and coastal hills. Dining onboard includes moqueca, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw hats, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Santa Catarina history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Porto Belo’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches, marine adventures, and local culture, making Porto Belo an engaging destination for exploring Brazil’s southern coast and beauty.

Sao Francisco do Sul, Brazil, offers docking at Sao Francisco Port. Travelers explore historic colonial streets and Bairro Sá’s beaches. Excursions visit Joinville’s orchid gardens. Local markets sell camarão. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone alleys and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes moqueca, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catarina history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Sao Francisco’s colonial charm offers a vibrant Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic architecture and coastal beauty, making Sao Francisco an engaging destination for exploration.

Paranagua, Brazil, provides docking at Paranagua Port. Travelers explore the historic old town and Ilha do Mel’s beaches. Excursions visit Vila Velha’s rock formations. Local markets sell barreado. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial streets and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes acarajé, a Brazilian dish. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Paraná’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Paranagua’s coastal and historic charm offers a vibrant Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage, scenic beaches, and natural wonders, making Paranagua an engaging destination for exploring Brazil’s southern coast and cultural richness.

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.

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.

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.

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 12 above for port info.

Returning to Rio De Janeiro — see Day 12 above for port info.

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.

Returning to Salvador De Bahia — see Day 16 above for port info.

Natal, Brazil, offers docking at Natal Port. Travelers explore Ponta Negra Beach and Forte dos Reis Magos. Excursions visit Genipabu’s sand dunes for buggy rides. Local markets sell tapioca pancakes. The peak season, June to November, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Atlantic beaches and colonial forts. Dining onboard includes carne de sol, a Northeastern Brazilian dish. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Natal’s colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dune walks. Natal’s vibrant coastal charm offers a dynamic Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches, historic forts, and adventure, making Natal an engaging destination for exploring Brazil’s northeastern culture and 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.

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.

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.

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.

St. George’s, Grenada, offers docking at St. George’s Port. Travelers explore Grand Anse Beach and Fort George. Excursions include snorkeling at Moliniere Sculpture Park. Local markets sell oil down. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures spice markets and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a Grenadian favorite. Souvenirs, like nutmeg crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. St. George’s vibrant charm offers a lively Grenadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural heritage, making St. George’s an engaging destination.

Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration.

Fort-de-France, Martinique, offers docking at Fort-de-France Port. Travelers explore Fort St. Louis and Balata Gardens. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Dufour. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Martinican favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Fort-de-France’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Martinican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic gardens, making Fort-de-France an engaging destination for exploration.

Roseau, Dominica, offers docking at Roseau Port. Travelers explore Trafalgar Falls and Morne Trois Pitons. Excursions include snorkeling at Champagne Reef. Local markets sell callaloo soup. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rainforests and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes mountain chicken, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like basket crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Roseau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush rainforests and marine adventures, making Roseau an engaging destination for exploration.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration.

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.