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Smaller Ship, Bigger Personality

Welcome Aboard Ambition

Step into a world that feels instantly welcoming. With elegant dining rooms, sociable lounges and calm sea views, Ambition offers all the pleasures of traditional cruising on a more intimate scale.

You’ll find space to unwind, connect and simply enjoy each day — whether that’s a morning coffee on deck, a fine dinner with friends, or live music in one of the lounges.

“Ambition is a lovely ship — smaller and more personal, but with everything you could want. Fantastic staff, great entertainment and a wonderful atmosphere.”

– Verified Guest Review, Trustpilot

Exceptional Food, Warm Service

Dining on Ambition

Ambition’s restaurants are designed around choice and comfort — from leisurely breakfasts and relaxed buffets to elegant evening dining and Mediterranean specialities. All offering a variety of flavours and settings to suit your mood.

The Grill

The Grill

Restaurant

An authentic steakhouse experience serving premium cuts and grill favourites. Limited-time pop-up, hosted on selected evenings inside Lupino’s.

Chef’s Table

Chef’s Table

Restaurant

Considered the ultimate on board culinary experience, featuring multi-course a la carte dining and the option for wine pairings, Chef’s Table is a must when on board Ambition. Serving nine courses of carefully-curated dishes designed to delight with every bite, plus five perfectly matched wines, this experience is a highlight for many guests. Supplementary charges apply. Please book on board.

Saffron

Saffron

Restaurant

A firm guest favourite on board Ambience, our Asian speciality restaurant, Saffron, provides a dining experience to remember. Set in a more intimate restaurant setting, expect top-quality personalised service and incredible flavours of India and Goa, and on longer duration sailings Thailand, Far East Asia and more. Supplementary charges apply. Please book on board.

Lupino’s

Lupino’s

Restaurant

Lupino’s restaurant pays homage to Michelle Lupino – our much missed colleague who sadly passed away following a short illness in October 2022. Lupino’s is a Mediterranean-style restaurant with a relaxed, al-fresco feel. Guests can expect fresh Mediterranean salads, mezze and more. Supplementary charges apply. Please book on board.

Alfresco Grill Ambition

Alfresco Grill

Restaurant

For those wanting a casual meal in the afternoon, the Alfresco Grill serves burgers, hot dogs, pizzas and chips.

Borough Market

Borough Market

Restaurant

Taking inspiration and serving cuisines from all over the world, our casual buffet-style eatery, Borough Market, features a wealth of flavours from all corners of the globe, allowing guests to craft their own unique dining experience.

Holyrood Restaurant

Holyrood Restaurant

Restaurant

Inspired by authentic cruising and quality dining, the Holyrood Restaurant is designed to provide guests with a wonderful a la carte dining experience.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, guests can expect multiple courses at each sitting. Serving traditional British cuisine such as Sunday Roast, Shepherd’s Pie, and Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast, as well as more outgoing dishes such as Ballotine of Gressingham Duck Confit, Paella Valenciana and Wild Mushroom Velouté with Truffle Essence – there is something for everyone.

A waiter takes an order from a seated man in Buckingham restaurant on Ambition

Buckingham Restaurant

Restaurant

Inspired by authentic cruising and quality dining, the Buckingham Restaurant is designed to provide guests with a wonderful a la carte dining experience. Serving an exceptionally handcrafted breakfast, lunch and dinner menu, our restaurant team will be delighted for you to join them throughout your day on board.

The Grill

Extra

An authentic steakhouse experience serving premium cuts and grill favourites. Limited-time pop-up, hosted on selected evenings inside Lupino’s.

Chef’s Table

Extra

Considered the ultimate on board culinary experience, featuring multi-course a la carte dining and the option for wine pairings, Chef’s Table is a must when on board Ambition. Serving nine courses of carefully-curated dishes designed to delight with every bite, plus five perfectly matched wines, this experience is a highlight for many guests. Supplementary charges apply. Please book on board.

Saffron

Extra

A firm guest favourite on board Ambience, our Asian speciality restaurant, Saffron, provides a dining experience to remember. Set in a more intimate restaurant setting, expect top-quality personalised service and incredible flavours of India and Goa, and on longer duration sailings Thailand, Far East Asia and more. Supplementary charges apply. Please book on board.

Lupino’s

Extra

Lupino’s restaurant pays homage to Michelle Lupino – our much missed colleague who sadly passed away following a short illness in October 2022. Lupino’s is a Mediterranean-style restaurant with a relaxed, al-fresco feel. Guests can expect fresh Mediterranean salads, mezze and more. Supplementary charges apply. Please book on board.

Alfresco Grill

Alfresco Grill Ambition
Included

For those wanting a casual meal in the afternoon, the Alfresco Grill serves burgers, hot dogs, pizzas and chips.

Borough Market

Included

Taking inspiration and serving cuisines from all over the world, our casual buffet-style eatery, Borough Market, features a wealth of flavours from all corners of the globe, allowing guests to craft their own unique dining experience.

Holyrood Restaurant

Holyrood Restaurant
Included

Inspired by authentic cruising and quality dining, the Holyrood Restaurant is designed to provide guests with a wonderful a la carte dining experience.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, guests can expect multiple courses at each sitting. Serving traditional British cuisine such as Sunday Roast, Shepherd’s Pie, and Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast, as well as more outgoing dishes such as Ballotine of Gressingham Duck Confit, Paella Valenciana and Wild Mushroom Velouté with Truffle Essence – there is something for everyone.

Buckingham Restaurant

Inspired by authentic cruising and quality dining, the Buckingham Restaurant is designed to provide guests with a wonderful a la carte dining experience. Serving an exceptionally handcrafted breakfast, lunch and dinner menu, our restaurant team will be delighted for you to join them throughout your day on board.

Venue, Style, Highlights

Venue

Style

Highlights

Buckingham & Holyrood Restaurants

Classic

Ambition’s two main dining rooms offer classic, multi-course menus and exceptional service at breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Borough Market

Casual

Casual dining with global dishes to help yourself in a relaxed setting.

Alfresco Grill

Outdoor

Outdoor dining with pizzas, burgers and salad by the pool. Simple pleasures, sea breezes and relaxed service.

Lupino’s | £14.95pp*

Mediterranean

Mediterranean cuisine in memory of our late colleague Michelle Lupino

Saffron | £19.95pp*

Indian fusion

Our Journey into Indian Gastronomy

Chef’s Table | £89pp*

Exclusive

3 hour experience including tour of galley, gifts and menu walk through by our exec chef

Dining Under the Stars | £29.95*

Fine dining

7-course menu featuring our house special Surf ‘N’ Turf


*Supplementary charges apply for select restaurants.

  • The waiter takes an order from a seated customer in BUCKINGHAM restaurant.
  • Lupinos Restaurant on Ambition

“The service and food on Ambition were first-class — I looked forward to every meal.”

– Guest Review, Trustpilot

Relaxed Days, Sociable Nights

Lounges & Bars

With a choice of seven distinct venues, Ambition’s lounges and bars reflect the ship’s regional spirit — each named after historic locations across the British Isles, celebrating our homeport heritage.

Purple Turtle Wine Bar

Purple Turtle Wine Bar

Lounges & Bars

The Purple Turtle Wine Bar continues Ambassador’s Purple Turtle venues, with her sister the Purple Turtle Pub located on board her sister ship Ambience.
The Purple Turtle Wine Bar is the perfect venue for a pre-show drink to get you in the mood for one of our spectacular shows, plays or even an informative talk.
With a wide range of drinks available, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

Pendennis Bar

Pendennis Bar

Lounges & Bars

Named after Henry VIII’s mighty fortress, Pendennis Castle, in Falmouth, Pendennis Bar is the perfect spot to enjoy a relaxing hot drink as you watch the world go by
With a wide range of drinks available, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

The Angel Bar

The Angel Bar

Lounges & Bars

Named after Antony Gormley’s imposing Angel of the North located in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, The Angel Bar is the perfect place for a pre-dinner drink or a leisurely afternoon.
With a wide range of drinks available, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

Consulate Bar

Consulate Bar

Lounges & Bars

Consulate Bar is the perfect place to enjoy your favourite tipple while watching the world sail away.

Pool Bar

Pool Bar

Lounges & Bars

The Pool Bar is one of the loveliest bars on board Ambition. Enjoy a specially made cocktail as you sit back and relax around the pool.

Clifton Lounge

Clifton Lounge

Lounges & Bars

Named after one of Bristol’s most recognisable structures, Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s Clifton Suspension Bridge, the Clifton Lounge is perfect place to unwind after a long day ashore with your favourite drink in hand.

With a wide range of drinks available, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

The cozy lounge with orange seating of the Cavern Bar on Ambition

The Cavern

Lounges & Bars

Named after the infamous Cavern Club, home to Liverpool’s booming rock ‘n’ roll scene in the early sixties and regular visitors the Beatles, The Cavern will be your onboard home of live music and acts throughout the day and night.
With a wide range of drinks available, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

Purple Turtle Wine Bar

Included

The Purple Turtle Wine Bar continues Ambassador’s Purple Turtle venues, with her sister the Purple Turtle Pub located on board her sister ship Ambience.
The Purple Turtle Wine Bar is the perfect venue for a pre-show drink to get you in the mood for one of our spectacular shows, plays or even an informative talk.
With a wide range of drinks available, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

Pendennis Bar

Included

Named after Henry VIII’s mighty fortress, Pendennis Castle, in Falmouth, Pendennis Bar is the perfect spot to enjoy a relaxing hot drink as you watch the world go by
With a wide range of drinks available, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

The Angel Bar

Included

Named after Antony Gormley’s imposing Angel of the North located in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, The Angel Bar is the perfect place for a pre-dinner drink or a leisurely afternoon.
With a wide range of drinks available, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

Consulate Bar

Included

Consulate Bar is the perfect place to enjoy your favourite tipple while watching the world sail away.

Pool Bar

Included

The Pool Bar is one of the loveliest bars on board Ambition. Enjoy a specially made cocktail as you sit back and relax around the pool.

Clifton Lounge

Included

Named after one of Bristol’s most recognisable structures, Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s Clifton Suspension Bridge, the Clifton Lounge is perfect place to unwind after a long day ashore with your favourite drink in hand.

With a wide range of drinks available, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

The Cavern

Included

Named after the infamous Cavern Club, home to Liverpool’s booming rock ‘n’ roll scene in the early sixties and regular visitors the Beatles, The Cavern will be your onboard home of live music and acts throughout the day and night.
With a wide range of drinks available, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

Venue, Ambience, Best For

Venue

Ambience

Best For

Clifton Lounge

Stylish & sociable

Cocktails, live music a place to watch the sea sail by

The Cavern

Intimate & lively

Cabaret, quizzes & late-night shows

Purple Turtle Wine Bar

Modern & relaxed

Pre-show drinks or evening chats located just outside The Palladium

Pendennis Bar

Elegant & classic

Pre- or post-dinner aperitifs located near Buckingham Restaurant

The Angel Bar

Bright & airy

Afternoon drinks overlooking reception, perfect for people watching

Consulate Bar

Poolside

Sail-away celebrations

Pool Bar

Open-air

Pool Bar Open-air Refreshing cocktails under the sun

  • PURPLE TURTLE on Ambition
  • Pendennis Bar on Ambition


MAKE EVERY SIP SPECIAL

Enhance your cruise with one of our Ambassador Drinks Packages — from cocktails and wines to soft drinks and speciality coffees.

Add your package before you sail or onboard.

“Ambition has such a friendly feel. We loved the Clifton Lounge in the evenings and spent sunsets at the Consulate Bar — perfect atmosphere.”

– Verified Review, Trustpilot

Take Time for You

Wellness, Fitness & Relaxation

Located high on Deck 11, Ambition’s Wellness Centre is a light-filled retreat with panoramic sea views — a serene space designed to help you relax, recharge and enjoy the rhythm of life at sea.

This dedicated wellbeing area includes a spa, gym and relaxation rooms, all with floor-to-ceiling windows so you can unwind or work out while gazing over the ocean.

Green Sea Spa

A calm, spacious sanctuary offering free access to the thermal suite, with sauna, steam and relaxation rooms overlooking the sea. A rare find at sea — wellness with a view, all included.

Wellness, Fitness & Relaxation
Gym on Ambition

Fitness Centre (Aft Deck 11)

A fully equipped gym with cardio and resistance machines — all facing floor-to-ceiling windows at the ship’s stern. Work out while watching the ship’s wake trail into the horizon.

Out on Deck, Pool & Hot Tubs

Take a dip or soak up the sunshine with ocean views from the main pool deck. Join a game of shuffleboard, ladder golf or table tennis — or simply enjoy a stroll in the sea breeze. Fresh air, open skies and that unmistakable holiday feeling.

Wellness, Fitness & Relaxation

*Charges apply for some treatments.

Evenings to Remember

Entertainment & Enrichment

Ambition’s entertainment offers something for everyone — from West End-style productions to live music and enrichment talks designed to inspire.


HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Theatre and West End Style performances in The Palladium

  • Live bands and cabaret acts

  • Guest speakers and In Conversations with…

  • Quiz nights, creative workshops and a chance to dance

  • Gala Nights and White Nights

Shops & Spaces

  • Boutiques: jewellery, gifts and essentials

  • Photo Gallery: relive and purchase favourite moments

  • Library & Card Room: peaceful spaces to unwind

  • Wi-Fi: available across the ship

Shops & Spaces

What Guests Say

“Ambition was beautiful — spotlessly clean, excellent staff and lovely atmosphere throughout.”

– Guest Review, CruiseCritic.

“Loved the smaller ship feel. The lounges and entertainment were perfect for relaxing.”

– Trustpilot Review

Plan Your Voyage

Ambition combines classic British charm with modern cruising comfort — designed for guests who value great service, great company and no-fly convenience.