Ambition at sea

Ambition Cruise Ship

Ambition at sea
Ambition at sea

Introducing Ambition

2023 brought a new ship to the scene! Ambassador has added a second vessel to their fleet. Ambition, the sister ship to Ambience.

Guests have the opportunity to enjoy premium-value, authentic trips on board this beautifully designed ship, featuring 680 cabins, including 113 suites with up to 62 square meters of living space. 

Ambition's dining options include two main restaurants, speciality dining options*, and a more casual bistro-style café. Sit back, relax and enjoy a drink in one of her four bars, lounges and pub. Or take in a show in the tiered main theatre, or discover your hidden talents in the card room, library, and craft studio.

Main lobby/atriium on board Ambition

Other facilities include the wellness centre, gym, two swimming pools and a range of retail shops, perfect for days at sea.

With departure ports all across the UK, including Liverpool, Bristol, Newcastle, Dundee, Belfast, and Falmouth, you can set sail even closer to home.

For environmentally-conscious travellers, the vessel is equipped with modern emission reduction technologies, ensuring responsible navigation in environmentally protected waters.

Featured cruises aboard Ambition

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Bridgetown, Barbados
Cuba and Treasures of the West Indies from Tilbury (A22501)
Portugal, Netherlands, United Kingdom, England, British Isles, Azores, Madeira, Grenada, Barbados, C…More
  • Escape winter blues with a voyage to the Caribbean’s crystal-clear waters and sun-drenched serenity.
  • Explore Cuba’s retro charm, from its vintage cars to its vibrant cultural heritage.
  • Relax on palm-fringed beaches, hike dramatic volcanoes, or wander through lush tropical rainforests.
  • Logo

    46 days from £2,299 pp

  • Dates Available

    09 January 2025

  • Duration

    46 days

  • Depart From

    London Tilbury

  • Operator

    Ambassador

Lisbon, Portugal
Free drinks packages and free case of wine
Hidden Gems of France, Spain and Portugal from London Tilbury (A22503)
Spain, France, Portugal, British Isles, England, United Kingdom
  • Explore Porto, Portugal’s charming second city, with its rich history and riverside beauty.
  • Visit Santiago de Compostela, a renowned pilgrimage site steeped in spiritual significance.
  • Discover Bilbao, home to the iconic, futuristic Guggenheim Museum.
  • Logo

    13 days from £999 pp

  • Dates Available

    09 March 2025

  • Duration

    13 days

  • Depart From

    London Tilbury

  • Operator

    Ambassador

Reykjavik, Iceland
Iceland's Land of Ice and Fire from Bristol (A22510BR)
Iceland
  • Begin in Seydisfjordur, a picturesque town known for its colourful architecture and serene fjord setting.
  • Stay overnight in Reykjavik, Iceland’s vibrant capital, famed for its geothermal wonders and lively atmosphere.
  • Discover Isafjordur’s stunning fjord landscapes and Akureyri’s scenic beauty at the foot of towering mountains.
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    15 days from £1,319 pp

  • Dates Available

    30 May 2025

  • Duration

    15 days

  • Depart From

    Bristol

  • Operator

    Ambassador

Spotlight on Ambition

The Ambition ship will undergo detailed upgrades to ensure every guest enjoys an authentic, sustainable cruise experience.

Guest areas

Refurbished and upgraded, with sustainability central to decision making.

No single-use plastic

On board, no single-use plastic is a prerequisite

Eco-conscious products

From in-room amenities to staff uniforms the cruise line has selected eco-conscious products

Environmental innovator

Ambition, similar to Ambience will be an innovator for reducing environmental impact

Meeting standards

The ship was upgraded to meet International Maritime Organisation Tier III emission-reduction standards prior to commencing service in 2022

Life on board Ambition

Ambition leisure facilities

Ship Profile

Cabins

714 (including 125 balcony cabins, 113 suites/mini suites, 473 (66%) balcony view)

Passengers

Numbers of passengers on board will usually be around 1200

Built

1999 (refurbished 2022)

Space ratio

40 (gross tonnage divided by number of guests, a metric for space on Ambition per guest)

Crew

500

Gross Tonnage

48,123

Guest/crew ratio

2.40

Classification Society

Rina, Italy

Previous names

Mistral, Grand Mistral, Costa neoRiviera, AIDAmira

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