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WITH CARIBBEAN CHARM. TOWN L A WATERFRONT I N LO O C A CELEBRATING HALLOWEEN Cienfuegos, Cuba ALL OVER THE WORLD. OCTOBER 2018 •NEWS FROM AROUNDTHE WORLD OFAZAMARA CLUB CRUISES PG. 04-05 PG. 08-09 COUNTDOWN TO ALASKA. PG. 12-13 PROTECT & CONSERVE. THEIR MISSION? PG. 14-15 ® FROM THE DESK OF THE President & CEO

Dear LCV Members,

Lately, I’ve found myself feeling more grateful than ever. From the successful launch of Azamara PursuitSM at the end of August to everything the future holds for Azamara Club Cruises in 2019, 2020, and beyond, the only words that come to mind are thank you.

As a valued member of Le Club Voyage, you help make us who we are, and a way we like to show our appreciaton is with our annual LCV Voyage. Since 2019 is the ﬁrst year we’ll be making landfall in Alaska, what beter place is there to host this special event? This adventure-ﬁlled voyage from Seward, Alaska, to Victoria, Britsh Columbia, is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced with Azamara before, and I’m just as excited as you are to set sail. Learn more about this remarkable new destnaton and your 2019 LCV Voyage on pages 12-13.

Speaking of excitement, within the next few weeks we’ll be announcing our ﬁrst batch of voyages for Spring 2021. Stay tuned for more informaton about where we’ll be sailing at the start of the year. Plus, as always, you’ll receive priorit access to all new itneraries.

However, you don’t have to wait untl 2021 to go explore. There are plent of destnatons all over the world worth discovering, and we’ve highlighted a few of them on pages 8 and 16.

Thank you for your loyalt to Azamara. I look forward to seeing you onboard, in Alaska and beyond.

Sincerely,

Larry Pimentel President & CEO, Azamara Club Cruises

@LarryPimentel @LarryPimentel

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Celebrating Halloween ALL OVER THE WORLD.

Halloween is a holiday deeply rooted in traditon, but those traditons difer depending on where you are in the world. Here, children dress up as ﬁctonal heroes, scary monsters, fairytale princesses, or any other character that strikes their imaginaton, and they trick-or-treat in local neighborhoods.

Elsewhere, they do things a litle diferently...

4 FOR MORE INFORMATION: CLICK HERE TO CALL US, OR CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL. IRELAND Considered the “birthplace of modern Halloween,” Ireland can trace its holiday roots all the way back to ancient Celtc and pagan rituals and a festval known as Samhain. It was believed that, during this tme, the boundaries between our world and the “Otherworld” could more easily be crossed, leading to the presence of spirits, fairies, and other supernatural beings. Back then, sacred bonﬁres were lit to cleanse the spirits; today, Ireland stll celebrates Halloween with a symbolic bonﬁre, traditonal Irish foods, like barmbrack (fruitcake), and games.

MEXICO Celebrated throughout Mexico and parts of Latn America, Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a two-day period to honor those who have passed away. It’s believed that the “Gates of Heaven” open up at midnight on October 31 to reunite the souls of children with their families on Earth for 24 hours. The following day, the souls of adults come down to join in the celebratons, which date back to ancient Pre-Columbian traditons. In-home altars are made, full of fruit, peanuts, turkey, and a special holiday bread called pan de muerto (bread of the dead).

JAPAN Not all Halloween traditons have ancient origins, as is the case in Kawasaki, Japan. Only 21 years old, the Kawasaki Halloween Parade gathers nearly 4,000 costumed Halloween enthusiasts from all over the world each year. And if you think the turnout is impressive, just wait untl you see the qualit of the costumes—ranging from fun and ﬂirt to downright terrifing. Partcipaton in this global event is selectve, due to strict standards and guidelines, and will cost you ¥1,000. Watching the parade, however, is free, and it’s a sight to behold.

ITALY All Saints’ Day is celebrated all over the world, but in Italy, it’s a natonal holiday. Known as Ognissant, this day honors the lives of saints who died for their Catholic beliefs as well as the souls of deceased family members. In the days leading up to November 1, people begin leaving fresh ﬂowers on the graves of loved ones, old acquaintances, and even complete strangers—turning the country’s cemeteries into colorful gardens. On the day of, the streets of Italy are bare, as everyone atends Mass and joins in a feast with their families, making sure to set a place at the table for any spirits who may pay a visit.

POLAND You won’t see a more beautful sight in early November than the countless candles illuminatng Poland’s graveyards on Zaduszki, the Polish version of All Saints’ Day. Why candles instead of ﬂowers? Since the Poles believe that this is a tme for the souls of the dead to return home, the candles are lit to guide their way. This day of solemn celebraton culminates in a traditonal evening meal of ritual bread, spoken invocatons, and generatonal dishes such as kasza gryczana (buckwheat groats). The dead are asked to join the meal, and the ﬁrst servings always go onto the empt plates reserved for the spirits. An Ambassador Update WITH SANDRA PENARANDA

Hello LCV Members,

Not too long ago, I joined the Azamara family as one of your new Le Club Voyage Ambassadors, and so far, it’s been nonstop fun. From witnessing history aboard the all-new Azamara PursuitSM to planning next year’s incredible LCV Voyage, my role as Ambassador contnues to bring me once-in-a-lifetme experiences and introduce me to amazing people—like you!

My ﬁrst experience with Azamara was one I’ll always remember, since it was aboard the Azamara Pursuit during her celebratory Naming Ceremony Voyage. There, I had the pleasure to atend the honorary LCV Breakfast and meet so many passionate members. Each one of you welcomed me with open arms, shared your stories, and made sure I felt like part of the family. I even learned the Azamara ﬁst bump! Thank you to everyone who came out and made this historic occasion so unforgetable. I can’t wait to meet the rest of you onboard.

Maybe I’ll see you on our 2019 LCV Voyage to Alaska, where we’ll eat some of the world’s freshest seafood, interact with the region’s unique indigenous culture, and go on adrenaline-seeking adventures, all while taking in Alaska’s beautful natural landscape. I hope you join us on this 10-Night Alaska Intensive in May!

Once again, thank you for making my ﬁrst few months with Azamara truly special. As I contnue on this journey of helping you make the most of your LCV experience, I look forward to geting to know each and every one of you—and giving you all a classic Aza ﬁst bump.

See you soon!

Sandra Penaranda LCV Ambassador, Azamara Club Cruises

/LeClubVoyage @LeClubVoyage

6 FOR MORE INFORMATION: CLICK HERE TO CALL US, OR CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL. Give the Gift of Immersive Travel. REFER & RECEIVE.

The holiday season will be here before you know it, and the best gif you can give to friends, family members, and acquaintances alike is an Azamara referral.

If you know someone interested in embarking on the voyage of a lifetme, then our Refer & Receive Program is just the thing for you. It’s an easy way to reward yourself for sharing the joy of travel that goes beyond the surface of smaller, less-traveled ports. Here’s how it works:

REFER SOMEONE THAT PERSON AZAMARA GIVES WHO HAS NEVER SAILED BOOKS AND SAILS YOU $300 USD FUTURE WITH AZAMARA WITH AZAMARA CRUISE CREDIT

Just ﬁll out a referral form within 14 days of when your referral makes a reservaton. Your Future Cruise Credit will be issued once their voyage sets sail. It’s that easy.

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CONNECT WITH AZAMARA CLUB CRUISES® 7 A Colonial Waterfront Town WITH CARIBBEAN CHARM.

On the south-central coast of Cuba sits a cit with deep French roots and a ﬁery Caribbean spirit. Its combinaton of neoclassical, art nouveau, and art deco architecture blends seamlessly with its diverse history and one-of-a-kind culture. This is Cienfuegos, and there’s so much worth exploring.

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ARTS SHOW, AND LUNCH cuisine of thishistoric ci where you’ll enjoy a guided tour the Anastasio Cárdenas Factory, facili 9-NIGHT CUBAINTENSIVE showcases the richtradi of the legendary Cuban cigar TOBACCO FACTORY, t artful culture, and fabulous , before grabbing lunch in Embark on a journey that Departs: February 2,2019Departs: Palacio de Valle. de Palacio t . Stop in t ons, Dive Deeper Into Every Destination WITH COUNTRY-INTENSIVE VOYAGES.

Beyond just a snapshot of an entre naton, Azamara’s Country-Intensive Voyages give you the full picture with itneraries consistng of most, if not all, ports of call within a single country. And in 2019 and 2020, we’ll be ofering over 60 carefully crafed Country-Intensive Voyages throughout Europe, Asia, Africa, and more, allowing you to uncover the nuances of every destnaton from sunrise to sunset.

Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or new to cruising, this is your chance to connect with the heart of local life and culture in spectacular countries all over the world.

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7-Night 11-Night 7-Night SPAIN INTENSIVE GREECE INTENSIVE CROATIA INTENSIVE Departng: April 6, 2019 Departng: June 19, 2019 Departng: June 29, 2019 Azamara Pursuit Azamara Pursuit Azamara Pursuit

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10 FOR MORE INFORMATION: CLICK HERE TO CALL US, OR CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL. It Pays to Be Part of Le Club.

As you know, every Azamara voyage comes with extraordinary value, but we like to reward our loyalt members with a litle something extra. So in additon to all of our current ofers and promotons, enjoy exclusive 10% savings on select voyages booked before December 31, 2018.

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AZAMARA JOURNEY® DATE 16-NIGHT MIAMI TO NEW YORK March 25, 2019 11-NIGHT BERMUDA AND THE OLD SOUTH April 10, 2019 12-NIGHT BERMUDA & THE AZORES April 21, 2019 10-NIGHT GRAND PRIX & CANNES May 18, 2019 14-NIGHT TALL SAILS AND REMEMBRANCE May 28, 2019 12-NIGHT BALTIC CAPITALS July 29, 2019 10-NIGHT NORTHERN CAPITALS August 17, 2019 AZAMARA PURSUIT SM DATE 11-NIGHT TANGO, SALSA & SAMBA March 9, 2019 7-NIGHT SPAIN INTENSIVE April 6, 2019 7-NIGHT FRANCE INTENSIVE April 13, 2019 7-NIGHT ITALY INTENSIVE April 20, 2019 9-NIGHT ITALY TO GREECE May 5, 2019 9-NIGHT GREECE & ITALY PURSUIT May 14, 2019 9-NIGHT DALMATIAN COAST TO ATHENS June 10, 2019 11-NIGHT MEDITERRANEAN PURSUIT July 6, 2019 10-NIGHT ISLANDS OF THE MED July 17, 2019 AZAMARA QUEST® DATE 14-NIGHT JAPAN, RUSSIA & ALASKA May 12, 2019 10-NIGHT ALASKA SHOWCASE June 4, 2019 10-NIGHT ALASKA INTENSIVE June 22, 2019 10-NIGHT ALASKA SHOWCASE July 2, 2019 8-NIGHT ALASKA ADVENTURE July 12, 2019 10-NIGHT ALASKA INTENSIVE July 20, 2019 13-NIGHT ALASKA TO JAPAN August 7, 2019

CONNECT WITH AZAMARA CLUB CRUISES® 11 Countdown to Alaska. What comes to mind when you think of America’s 49th state? For some, it’s icy shores covered in jaw-dropping natural wonders. For others, it’s a meal of fresh-caught salmon at a historic restaurant in Juneau. For us, it’s all of that and then some, because it’s the site of our 2019 LCV Voyage.

As of now, we’re only seven months away from the May 25 departure of our 10-Night Alaska Intensive. While that may seem far, we all know how quickly tme ﬂies when you’re antcipatng Le Voyage of a lifetme.

Plus, we’ve recently added an optonal 4-night Pre Alaska Package to this itnerary, taking you even further into the Last Fronter.

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This pre-voyage extension immerses you in authentc Alaskan history and culture before you even set sail for our 2019 LCV Voyage. Check out how you’ll spend each day if you choose to book this optonal package.

DAY 1 · FAIRBANKS DAYS 2-3 · DENALI Stop in charming shops, local art galleries, and rustc Enjoy a scenic journey through Athabascan Natve restaurants as you explore the “Golden Heart Cit” Village, then make your way to Denali Natonal Park on your own. It won’t be long before you understand for a day of hiking, exploring, and appreciatng the how it got its nickname. protected wilderness.

DAY 4 · TALKEETNA DAY 5 · ANCHORAGE Board the glass-domed Wilderness Express and Start your day in Alaska’s largest cit with lunch wind your way through the untamed reaches of at 49th State Brewery before strolling through the Alaska before arriving in this historic outpost town famed Saturday Market, where over 200 local for another day of sightseeing. merchants sell their goods.

CONNECT WITH AZAMARA CLUB CRUISES® 13 THEIR MISSION? Protect & Conserve.

Since 1996, our parent corporaton Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) has honored its commitment to place a designated Environmental Ofcer on every ship as a way of protectng and conserving the oceans, environments, and coastal communites where we operate. At Azamara, and throughout the RCL family, we contnue to do our part to help guide our industry toward more sustainable practces by promotng these eforts across all three ships. And we wouldn’t be able to do it without Pantelis Kolakis, Ashley Solari, and Wesley Fehskens onboard every voyage.

We recently reached out to all three Environmental Ofcers to learn more about who they are, what makes them so passionate, and how everyone onboard can help.

14 FOR MORE INFORMATION: CLICK HERE TO CALL US, OR CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL. PANTELIS KOLAKIS Azamara Quest

Q: WHAT DOES ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY MEAN TO YOU? A: Environmental sustainabilit is associated with high energy demands and the resultng polluton of our seas and atmosphere. Nowadays, energy is mostly produced from nonrenewable resources like oil and coal, which create harmful emissions in the environment. It is very important to use renewable energy resources and reduce these CO2 emissions as much as possible. It’s essental that everyone adapts to a more environmentally friendly culture. A large amount of waste is disposed into our oceans daily, and that’s something that needs to change.

Q: WHAT DOES YOUR DAILY LIFE ONBOARD AZAMARA QUEST LOOK LIKE? A: One of the four basic principles of RCL’s Save the Waves program is that the ships remain “Above and Beyond,” which means we have to do more than what the internatonal and local regulatons require. So, I make sure all our policies and procedures are followed on a daily basis. The planning of future voyages is also important, because in order to follow these policies we have to identf areas where waste can be discharged, decide what fuel will be used, and know the ports where solid wastes can be ofoaded. The Environmental Ofcer has to make sure that all the preventve actons are in place, all crew members are well trained, and everyone follows policy.

ASHLEY SOLARI Azamara Journey

Q: WHAT DOES ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY MEAN TO YOU? A: To me, environmental sustainabilit means working toward keeping the ocean and coastline pristne. Here on Journey, we try to ﬁnd philanthropic opportunites in the ports so that we can give back. We are always looking for ways to improve upon our environmental impact as well. The current environmental state of the Earth is not great, so it is through these contnuous philanthropic improvement eforts that we are trying to help.

Q: WHAT DOES YOUR DAILY LIFE ONBOARD AZAMARA JOURNEY LOOK LIKE? A: My daily life onboard looks prety diferent each day. I have certain things that I’m required to do, but most of the tme something new pops up. Once per week I’ll have garbage ofoad, which takes up a good porton of my day...I like that I stay busy, though; it deﬁnitely keeps me from geting bored!

WESLEY FEHSKENS Azamara Pursuit

Q: WHAT DOES ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY MEAN TO YOU? A: Sustainabilit, to me, means sustaining the environment in which we live through recycling, clean energy, and a greater respect for the planet. I am a huge believer in leaving somewhere cleaner than when I found it. At home I try to recycle as much as possible. I’ve actually goten my entre family to recycle! Plus, this past year I convinced my grandparents to build a solar farm on their propert. It makes me happy to see others doing their part, too. My opinion is that we have one environment, so why not do our part to try to help clean it up?

Q: WHAT DOES YOUR DAILY LIFE ONBOARD AZAMARA PURSUIT LOOK LIKE? A: Usually the ﬁrst thing I do when I start my day is check all the record books. If anything needs to be signed, I’ll bring it to the Chief Engineer and the Captain. Once the record books are all set, I’ll do my ﬁrst round of the day. My rounds consist of walking around the ship and going through the galleys, garbage room, open decks, etc. Once I’m done with that, it’s usually tme to test the AWP system. Afer I complete all the tests required that day, my day will change depending on where we are and what port we are in.

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CONNECT WITH AZAMARA CLUB CRUISES® 15 Bordeaux, France The Best of Bordeaux. WHAT TO DO IN FRANCE’S FAMED WINE REGION.

France is known for several things, all of which are equally extraordinary. The world-renowned cuisine, gorgeous countryside, monumental buildings, and fascinatng culture are all things that drive us to explore this tmeless country again and again. But when it comes to classic French wine, there’s no place on earth quite like Bordeaux.

Boastng over 7,300 diferent chateaux, most of which produce and botle their own wine on site, this famous French region is the best place to sample local fare fresh of the vine. Come get a taste of Bordeaux for yourself on one of our many immersive voyages in 2019 and 2020.

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Make the Most of Bordeaux

VISIT Place de la Bourse, an elegant 18th-century square in the center of the cit, which has become an icon of Bordeaux that’s adored by local Bordelais and visitors alike.

TOUR Musée du Vin et du Négoce and discover the history of Bordeaux’s lauded wine-making reputaton from the heart of the cit’s historic wine merchants’ quarter.

SEE the Bordeaux Natonal Opera at the historic Grand-Théâtre, an 18th- century architectural masterpiece by Victor Louis. Enjoy the exceptonal artstc range of its 110 permanent musicians.

TASTE fresh beef with a side of red wine at Brasserie Bordelaise, a highly acclaimed local restaurant. Stll hungry aferwards? Try a tast Tatn pie with Isigny double cream. @%&'þ)*+,

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From cooking classes in local homes to up-close encounters with natve wildlife, incredible memories are made on every Azamara voyage. Why keep them to yourself?

Post your best Azamara memories online with the hashtag #AzaLocal and let the world know how unforgetable your experience truly was.

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