This is, again, a perfect example of a difference in opinion. And I just spent time with a senior officer pointing out a number of issues that should be fixed, so I am not a pollyanna.
I very much dislike the loud music the contracted outside band plays by the pool. We've avoided lunch at the Patio because the loud music at 12:30 is so intrusive and, to us, not in the least entertaining. The last thing I want is to have them return later to play again.
And the Cabaret has been packed for the talks from the former U.S. intelligence officer, with more questions than the 50 minute time slot can accommodate.
On port days the day is not packed with on-board activities. Azamara's a destination cruise line. On sea days, it has plenty. Whether these appeal to someone is, once again, a matter of personal preference. If someone doesn't like trivia, doesn't play bridge or mah Jongg, dislikes deck games, has no interest in art lessons, etc., and wants more than two enrichment lectures and a Q&A session with a senior officer or two during the day, it may come down to sitting in a deck chair and having a good read with a tea or coffee. The stollen is also delicious, by the way, as is the panettone.
Let me be clear: I am not saying boxman's opinion is wrong, but expressing a "counter view." [Love that description.]