The Azamara Journey recently completed its 25th anniversary of sailing.

Built for Renaissance Cruises, the 710-guest ship was delivered by the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard on June 24, 2000.

Initially named the R-Six, the vessel was part of a series of eight sister ships built for the U.S.-based brand beginning in the late 1990s.

With the company ceasing operations soon after taking delivery of the vessel, the R-Six returned to the market in late 2001.

Before being acquired by Azamara Cruises in 2007, the vessel also sailed for the Spain-based Pullmantur Cruceros, as well as the Brazilian tour operator CVC.

Extensively refurbished over the years, the ship underwent a large modernization project before debuting for the brand, which was then a part of the Royal Caribbean Group.

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