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Last refurbished in 2014, Oceania Nautica is outfitted with passengers favorites like the Terrace Café, a putting green and a coffee bar. Onboard activities are geared toward an older crowd, ranging from afternoon tea and wine tastings to services at the Canyon Ranch Spa. Nighttime entertainment offerings include musical acts and craft cocktails at the martini bar.
Nautica welcomes up to 684 passengers and 400 crew members, so cruisers can expect plenty of attention along with a less congested (and typically kid-free) onboard atmosphere. When it’s time to dine, passengers can choose from five restaurants, including a popular steakhouse and the elegant Grand Dining Room.
The majority of Nautica’s staterooms offer teak verandas, and all cabins are outfitted with flat-screen TVs and minibars. While Inside and Ocean View cabins are smaller, Veranda and Suite options are as large as 1,000 square feet. Higher-category rooms offer extra perks, like in-room iPads.
In 2018-19, Oceania Nautica sails to various destinations in Asia, Africa and Europe.
Oceania's Marina accommodates up to 1,250 passengers and employs 800 crew members, maintaining the personalized service that the line is known for. Last refurbished in 2016, Marina offers signature amenities like the Canyon Ranch Spa, a casino and a 2,000-book library. Onboard entertainment includes nightly live shows, painting and sketching lessons at the Artist Loft and cooking demos at The Culinary Center.
Cruisers can choose from seven dining venues, including specialty restaurants like Jacques (with menus crafted by chef Jacques Pépin) and the Asian-inspired eatery Red Ginger, which recent passengers highly recommend.
Similar to its sister ship, Riviera, cabins range from 174-square-foot Inside staterooms to 2,000-square-foot Suites. Higher category Veranda cabins and Suites come with perks like balconies, access to a Concierge Lounge, in-room iPads and more. All staterooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, full-size bathtubs, and minibars stocked with soda and bottled water.
In 2018-19, Oceania Marina sails to destinations in Europe, the Caribbean, South America and more.
Oceania Regatta was built in 1998 and last overhauled in 2014. Passengers in Veranda Staterooms and Suites will enjoy verandas and spaces ranging from 216 to 1,000 square feet, while Inside and Ocean View cabins are smaller. No matter which you choose, all staterooms are equipped with minibars, flat-screen TVs and 24-hour room service.
The 684 passengers on board will receive Oceania's signature service, with 400 crew members catering to guests' needs. Recent cruisers noted they rarely encountered crowds in the ship's public areas. The atmosphere aboard Regatta is decidedly adult, as the ship caters to older, affluent cruisers.
Entertainment varies from nightly musical performances to table games at the casino. Dining is also diverse: Regatta offers five venues ranging from the formal dining room to a casual grill. Some recent passengers felt that for the price, the ship could use a facelift. It is set to receive just that in the fall of 2019.
In 2018-19, Regatta sails to destinations in Alaska, Asia, Australia, the Caribbean and ports in the South Pacific, like Tahiti.
Launched in 2012 and most recently updated in 2015, Oceania Riviera features larger staterooms than the line's older ships. The 1,250-passenger, 800-crew-member ship is identical to Oceania Marina and includes Inside, Ocean View and Veranda staterooms. The ship also offers suites that range from 420 to 2,000 square feet. While all cabins include minibars, full-size bathtubs and flat-screen TVs, suites add perks like 24-hour butler service.
When it's time to dine, cruisers can choose from seven venues. These include options not available on all Oceania ships, like Jacques (French fare) and Red Ginger (Asian-focused dishes). Bar and lounge venues are also varied, with specialty spots mixing martinis, offering wine tastings and serving poolside cocktails.
Other pursuits available on the ship include treatments at the Canyon Ranch Spa, painting at the Artist Loft and cooking classes at The Culinary Center. With amenities and organized events geared toward older cruisers, Riviera isn't a great choice for those traveling with children.
In 2018-19, Riviera will split its time between the Caribbean, Mexico, the Mediterranean, Canada and New England, Cuba, Northern Europe and more.
Originally launched as a Princess ship, the 684-passenger Sirena was revived in 2016 under the Oceania name. The ship features many of the amenities found on its sister ships, including the Canyon Ranch Spa and duty-free shopping boutiques.
Sirena distinguishes itself with dining venues not found on all ships in the fleet, including the Red Ginger Asian restaurant and the Tuscan Steak restaurant, both of which require reservations and an additional fee. Passengers can also choose from four more casual dining options included in the cruise fare. Recent guests gave the food on the ship mixed reviews. After dinner, evening entertainment includes musicals and theatrical productions, as well as games at the casino.
Passengers can choose from Inside, Ocean View, Veranda and Suite category cabins. While Inside staterooms start at 160 square feet, those who opt for a suite will find more space and added amenities, such as free internet access and butler service.
In 2018-19, the Oceania Sirena offers sailings in the Caribbean, South America, Cuba, the Mediterranean and some transoceanic itineraries.
The 684-passenger Oceania Insignia, which is set to be dramatically redesigned in December 2018, maintains a nearly a 1-to-2 crew-to-passenger ratio, which means staff members can provide personalized attention to guests. The expansive redesign will include new marble bathrooms, redesigned suites and staterooms and a facelift for the ship's public spaces.
When it comes to dining, guests can choose between five sit-down venues and sip libations at one of several bars and lounges. Activities on the ship are geared toward older cruisers; they include afternoon tea, board games, a casino and nightly live shows and comedy acts.
Insignia offers four cabin types: Inside, Ocean View, Veranda and Suite. Inside and Ocean View cabins are smaller, while Veranda cabins and Suites offer more legroom (between 216 and 1,000 square feet). All cabins come equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars and 1,000-thread-count linens. Suites include extra perks, like 24-hour butler service and in-room iPads.
In 2018-19, Oceania Insignia sails to destinations in Asia, Canada, the Caribbean, the Mediterranean and more.
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