Azamara Brand Playbook
Azamara Brand Playbook
CONTENTS
INTRO 03
BRAND DNA - WHAT MAKES US, US 04
A DESTINATION IMMERSION® EXPERIENCE 08
CONTENT APPROACH 12
BRINGING THE BRAND WORLD TO LIFE 14
VOICE & WRITING PHILOSOPHY 15
WRITING EXAMPLES 16
IMAGERY 19
FILM AND AUDIO 21
VISUAL IDENTITY 22
PHOTO TREATMENT 46
LAYOUT PRINCIPLES 49
CREATIVE EXECUTIONS 52
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A Z A M A R A ®C L U B C R U I S E S BRAND
BRAND
GUIDELINES
WORLD
THE PURPOSE
OF THIS BOOK
To provide the tools needed to deliver high-level creative with
complete consistency regardless of platform, presentation,
latitude or longitude.
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A Z A M A R A ®C L U B C R U I S E S BRAND GUIDELINES
BRAND DNA
WHAT MAKES
US, US
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AZAMARA® BRAND DNA
WE GO FURTHER
SMALLER, LESS-TRAVELED PORTS
WE STAY LONGER
OVERNIGHT STAYS
WE OFFER
UNRIVALED
DESTINATIONS
WE CREATE
TRANSFORMATIONAL
OVER
1,700
LAND PROGRAMS
EXPERIENCES
ACROSS
40+
COUNTRIES*
OUR TRAVELER
EMPTY NESTERS WITH AN EXPLORER MINDSET
Our travelers are a cultured group, seen as worldly and These generous and unpretentious individuals prefer to
knowledgeable, and are motivated by enriching their life travel with fellow adventurous spirits, regarding their travel
experience. They are active, middle-aged retirees with an experiences as integral parts of their identity.
explorer mindset who travel the world to learn about other They have the means to indulge in the finer side of
cultures and to gain new perspectives. Don’t let their age traveling, and have the time to fully immerse themselves in
fool you; they’re driven by exploring new destinations, new cultures. When the inspiration for travel hits them, they
meeting new people, and feeling youthful. begin researching places first and method of travel second.
80%+ BOOK WITH TRAVEL AGENTS AVERAGE BOOKING WINDOW 9.5 MONTHS IN ADVANCE
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AAZZAAMMAARRAA® C L U B C R U I S E S BRAND GUIDELINES
A DESTINATION
IMMERSION®
EXPERIENCE
OVERVIEW
BRAND POSITIONING STATEMENT
H O N I N G I N O N E X P LO R AT I O N
In this way, we differentiate ourselves from our competitors while continuing to
appeal to a slightly younger demographic without alienating our core consumer.
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A Z A M A R A ®C L U B C R U I S E S BRAND GUIDELINES
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AZAMARA® A DESTINATION IMMERSION® EXPERIENCE
UNIQUE EXPLORATIONS
BEST IMMERSIVE
ITINERARIES
It’s not enough to see something. You have to smell it, hear it, taste it, and most of all, feel it. Azamara
bridges an active, engaging and immersive experience for those who are looking to dive into destinations.
It’s a deep, cultural venture.
UNIQUE EXPLORATIONS
We do this by highlighting our worldwide Become the ultimate culture
destinations, our ports of call that bigger connoisseurs of the cruise world,
ships can’t visit, and our convenient docking offering consumers the best in in-
close to city centers. We also aim to showcase depth experiences.
that we offer our guests unprecedented
opportunities for authentic adventures —
all through our late-night and overnight stays,
Country-Intensive Voyages, and specialty
SM
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AZAMARA® A DESTINATION IMMERSION® EXPERIENCE
UNPARALLELED DESTINATIONS
BEYOND
THE SEA
Nothing we do is run-of-the-mill. We offer a curated yet flexible itinerary with idyllic
scenery, breathtaking views, and extended stays at smaller, less-traveled ports.
UNPARALLELED DESTINATIONS
showcase the depth with which we explore each
destination, specifically through our comprehensive
portfolio of land programs - the largest selection
of pre- and post-voyage programs in the cruise
industry, as well as our immersive Overnight
Experiences. With these key differentiators in mind,
we can stand out from the one-size-fits-all options
our competitors provide.
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AZAMARA® A DESTINATION IMMERSION® EXPERIENCE
AUTHENTIC SERVICE
BOUTIQUE
HOTEL AT SEA
Our ships enable a world of exploration and our service spans beyond. The Azamara experience
permeates from onboard with our top-tier crew, premier service, and fleet of boutique ships to
carefully curated land experiences with some of the world’s most renowned tour operators.
WHAT WE MUST DO
Deliver immersive experiences on board and SHIPS - Up-market, intimately-sized ships
on land. Our target’s onboard experience must featuring facilities in impeccable working
match the fascination they encounter when conditions that are well-maintained, boast
they are on land. contemporary style, and offer modern services
and amenities. Onboard events feature unique,
THE OBJECTIVE destination-focused programming.
Garner a reputation for delivering the most
AUTHENTIC SERVICE
authentic onboard experience. INCLUSIVE AMENITIES
SERVICE - Excellent standard of service An impressive roster of inclusive amenities,
in staterooms, restaurants, bars, all other increasing with each stateroom category.
facilities, and tour operator partnerships. All guests will enjoy included gratuities; select
Also, a qualified, welcoming staff that offers standard spirits, international beers, and wines;
friendly, personalized service beyond bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees and
expectations from the first point of contact to teas; self-service laundry; shuttle service to and
the end of the voyage. from port communities; concierge services; and
one complimentary AzAmazing Evening® on
each voyage.
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A Z A M A R A ®C L U B C R U I S E S BRAND GUIDELINES
CONTENT
APPROACH
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AZAMARA® BRINGING THE BRAND WORLD TO LIFE
BRAND TERRITORY
MANIFESTO
The initial layers of a city, including its people, buildings and shops, can be
seen by anyone, with each person having a similar view.
But inspiration is found deeper. Past the surface. Beyond the shoreline.
It’s found by viewing the world with a fresh perspective, by connecting with
local people and their customs, and by daring to venture further inland than
ever before.
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AZAMARA® BRINGING THE BRAND WORLD TO LIFE
TAGLINE
–Smaller ports allow for –Experiences that enrich life –You can do more with extended –Adds depth to the idea
exploration –Voyage mindset and overnight stays of traveling
–Active, unlike other cruises –Venture beyond the sea –Suggests an immersive –Hints at no boundaries
(no-cruise cruise line) and further inland with experience –Worldly
land programs
Explore Further
DO AVOID
SM
– The tagline always stands alone at the end of the body copy – Don’t weaken the trademark by using as a verb or verb
– Use it to give a punch after discussing all the features, to phrase
emphasize that it’s a brand identifier – Stay away from using the phrase “explore further” in the
– Always include the trademark symbol SM (Capital S & M) body copy of paragraphs. For example, don’t write:
– Using the word “Explore” in copy and headlines is Azamara takes you beyond the photos, so you can
acceptable, as long as the phrase Explore Further is not explore further
used within the same body of copy
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AZAMARA® BRINGING THE BRAND WORLD TO LIFE
VOICE & WRITING PHILOSOPHY
DATE FORMATS
IN BODY COPY IN CHARTS
In body copy we use the is already clear such as in flash In charts we use the European date format (date-month-year)
American date format (month, sales when our guests will already separated by dashes.
date, year) separated by commas. know that time is limited. But when
For promotions, it is not necessary referring to specific voyages, always For example, we can use 2-Oct-2019, if space permits.
to write the year when speaking write out the full date, including If space is limited, we can shorten the year to: 2-Oct-19.
of promo end dates, unless time the year.
The format is city, state initials, and The format is city, country.
country initials. i.e., Miami, FL, U.S. i.e., Milan, Italy
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AZAMARA® BRINGING THE BRAND WORLD TO LIFE
VOICE & WRITING PHILOSOPHY
NAMING CONVENTIONS
SM
® YOU'LL LOVE WHERE WE TAKE YOU
®
AZAMARA
® CHOICEAIR
®
AZAMARA CLUB CRUISES
® CRUISECARE
®
AZAMARA JOURNEY
® MYCRUISE
®
AZAMARA QUEST
® SAVE THE WAVES
®
AZAMARA PURSUIT SM
SEAPASS
®
JOURNEY
® THE WILDERNESS EXPRESS
®
QUEST
®
DESTINATION IMMERSION
®
AZAMAZING EVENINGS
®
CRUISE GLOBAL. EAT LOCAL
® AZAMARA – PENDING - U.S. TRADEMARKS
LAND DISCOVERIES
® UPDATED JANUARY 11, 2018
EXPLORE FURTHER SM
LE CLUB VOYAGE SM
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AZAMARA® BRINGING THE BRAND WORLD TO LIFE
IMAGERY
RULES
DO AVOID
–Always seek depth and dimension; images should never feel flat –Shots where many tourists are present
–Use vibrant, colorful images –Clichés
–Select images that feel authentic
–Use alternative, original perspectives of typical locations
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AZAMARA® BRINGING THE BRAND WORLD TO LIFE
FILM AND AUDIO
FILM AUDIO
–We explore the world from the point of view of ANTHEM MUSIC
the spectator. –Friendly tones that are not pretentious or epic.
–We use wide shots to capture the depth of landscapes –Creates excitement for the Azamara experience.
and close-ups that allow us to feel even the smallest –Inspiring beats reminiscent of the explorer mindset.
details that make each culture unique. –Medium to high energy.
–Colors must always be vibrant and never be dull.
–We use slow-motion shots in some scenes to evoke
memories and allow one to relish intimate moments.
DESTINATION MUSIC
–Reflects the feeling of a specific destination.
–Sounds and rhythms are relevant to the theme.
–Is consistent with brand personality and tone.
–Complements storytelling and does not overpower the
voice of our storyteller.
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A Z A M A R A ®C L U B C R U I S E S BRINGING THE BRAND
BRAND
WORLD
GUIDELINES
TO LIFE
VISUAL
IDENTITY
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AZAMARA® BRINGING THE BRAND WORLD TO LIFE
VISUAL IDENTITY
STORY OF THE
LOGO
Our logo is comprised of three main elements: land, sea, and
star. The main visual component of our logo is an open world,
depicted by two artistic strokes that create a Modern Art
aesthetic. The left stroke of the “world” represents the Earth
and our extensive land program offerings. The right stroke
represents the sea and the vastness that Azamara crosses.
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AZAMARA® BRINGING THE BRAND WORLD TO LIFE
VISUAL IDENTITY
CORPORATE LOGO
PRIMARY LOGO
SECONDARY LOGO
LEGAL MARKS
CORPORATE LOGO
To create greater visual impact and ensure audience recognition, keep the area around the logo uncluttered.
No element that appears with the logo should be closer than the height of the letter “A” in AZAMARA.
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VISUAL IDENTITY
CORPORATE LOGO
When the Azamara logo is reproduced on a colored background, including on To maintain the integrity of our logo, it is vital to avoid any variation in its appearance.
top of a photograph, optimum contrast is important to ensure readability. Use When reproducing the Azamara logo, please use only the approved artwork.
your good judgment to determine whether the reversed white type or the dark
blue type version of the logo is preferable.
Do not place the logo onto an Do not confine the logo Do not alter the configuration
image or background in which inside a shape. of the logo elements.
logo legibility or distinction of the
icon can get lost.
AZAMARA
Do not alter any of Do not use the logo Do not alter any of
the logo fonts. typography without the logo colors.
the globe symbol.
EMBROIDERY LOGO
CENTER STACKED
LEFT ALIGNED
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VISUAL IDENTITY
COLOR PALETTE
PMS 281
LAND PRODUCTS
COLOR PALETTE
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AZAMARA® BRINGING THE BRAND WORLD TO LIFE
VISUAL IDENTITY
TYPOGRAPHY
BRAND TYPEFACES
ESMERALDA PRO
–Serif
–Ornamental
Esmeralda Pro
With overnight stays and docking at smaller, less-traveled ports,
Usage
Azamara invites you to step ashore as an insider. Explore Further SM
–Headlines
–Subheadlines
BIOTIF
–Sans-Serif
–Geometric
Biotif
Usage
–Body Copy
–Subheadlines
(Refer to page 31
for complete
typography hierarchy)
FALLBACK FONTS
For mediums where custom fonts
or web fonts are not supported,
Times New Roman –Subheadlines
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AZAMARA® BRINGING THE BRAND WORLD TO LIFE
VISUAL IDENTITY
USAGE
Collateral materials
(both digital and print)
ACCESS THE INCLUSIVE AMENITIES FILES BELOW: ACCESS THE WHY AZAMARA FILES BELOW:
USAGE
Collateral materials
(both digital and print) where
there is land product content
USAGE
Digital: Web and e-mail
BRAND WORLD
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