Oceania Cruises' $50 million fleet upgrade

26 Nov 2013 2037 | World Travel News

LONDON - Retaining the warmth, intimacy and charm that Oceania Cruises’ guests have come to cherish, all public rooms, suites, and staterooms will feature elegant new furnishings and decor. Many of the amenities and design elements that debuted on the line’s newest ships (Marina and Riviera) - including Baristas, Oceania Cruises’ signature specialty coffee bar and the state-of-the-art grill in the Terrace Cafe - are being added during the refits.

"We are thrilled to have the opportunity to incorporate many of the best features and interior design elements from our acclaimed Marina and Riviera to Regatta, Insignia and Nautica. Not only does it enrich and enhance the guest experience, it underscores our commitment to providing our guests with a consistently outstanding experience across the entire fleet,” stated Kunal S. Kamlani, President of Oceania Cruises.

Transformation Highlights

    All staterooms will receive rich new decor, imbuing them with a new sense of style, elegance and flair.
    Penthouse suites will be transformed with stunning new furnishings, rich upholstery and a vibrant yet calming palette that reflects the sea, sun and sky.
    Owner’s and Vista Suites will receive new bathrooms featuring oversized showers along with new marble and granite vanities.
    The addition of Baristas, the relaxing coffee bar where master baristas prepare complimentary illy® espressos, frothy cappuccinos and fresh pastries throughout the day.
    The Terrace Cafe will be transformed with dramatic new furnishings, flooring, wall-coverings, and lighting. This restaurant will also feature a state-of-the-art grill, which prepares cooked-to-order specialties such as juicy steaks, succulent lobster tails and mouth-watering chops
    Horizons will be resplendent in a new palate of soothing sea blues, cocoa brown and mint and furnished with all new chairs and sofas that are perfect for conversing, relaxing or simply taking in the stunning views.
    The Main Lounges will be completely refurbished with new carpeting, chairs and luxurious new fabrics and upholstery.
    Ever-popular Martinis bar will receive new furnishings while retaining its classic ambiance.
    The pool deck will sport all new furniture and new tile work.
    The Canyon Ranch Spa Club will have new Steam and Changing Rooms with dramatic new mosaics.
    The Sports Deck, located atop the ship with magnificent vistas of the sea,features a new mini-golf course, new shuffleboard courts and selection of deck games.

The transformed Insignia will debut on May 8, 2014 in Barcelona for her 7-day Jewels of Europe cruise. This will be Insignia's first cruise after she returns from her two-year charter. Nautica will debut on May 16, 2014 in Civitavecchia for her 10-day Cliffs & Coves cruise and Regatta on June 7, 2014 in Vancouver for her 10-day Majesty of Alaska cruise.