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Upper-Premium Cruise Line

Oceania Cruises

Mid-size ships built around what many call the finest cuisine at sea.

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The line

The food-lover’s cruise line

Oceania Cruises built its name on the plate. Founded in 2002 and now part of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, the line pairs mid-size, unstuffy ships with a serious commitment to dining, from multiple specialty restaurants to menus shaped by well-known culinary talent.

The fleet of eight ships is deliberately human in scale, from the 670-guest R-class to the larger O and A-class ships. That size keeps the atmosphere relaxed and refined while still reaching an unusually wide range of the world.

Oceania sits at the upper edge of premium, a notch below all-inclusive ultra-luxury on price but rich in cuisine, destination depth and comfortable, understated style.

Style
Upper-premium
Fleet
8 ships
Guests
670 to 1,250
Known for
Cuisine at sea
Sails to
Worldwide
Founded
2002
In a word

“Oceania made cuisine the reason to sail, and the itinerary the reason to stay a little longer.”

A comfortable Oceania stateroom with a private veranda

Eight ships, comfortably mid-size

The fleet spans three classes. The intimate R-class ships, Regatta, Insignia, Nautica and Sirena, carry 670 guests, while the O-class Marina and Riviera hold up to 1,250 and the newest A-class ships, Vista and Allura, carry around 1,200.

Across all of them the feel is the same: comfortable, residential staterooms, generous public rooms and a size that never tips into crowded. It is a ship you settle into rather than navigate.

A stylish lounge aboard an Oceania ship

Where dining is the main event

Dining is the heart of the experience. Every ship carries multiple open-seating restaurants across cuisines, with specialty venues at no extra charge, and the kitchens have long been associated with the line’s celebrated culinary standards.

Beyond the table, the mood stays refined and unhurried, with enrichment talks, hands-on cooking classes on the newer ships and easy, sociable evenings rather than big-ship spectacle.

The spa and wellness area aboard the Oceania ship Vista

Slow itineraries and quiet wellness

Oceania is a destination line at heart, favoring longer stays, overnights in port and itineraries that reach Europe, the Mediterranean, Asia, the South Pacific, the Americas and around the world. There are grand voyages for those with time to give them.

On board, an expansive spa and wellness program balances the days ashore. We help you match the right ship, season and voyage length to the trip you have in mind.

Since Oceania Cruises sails Italian waters, it is easy to add a Sicily food and wine tour to your trip.

Booking Oceania Cruises with CDV

Why book through us

Exclusive Oceania value

Group amenities and onboard credit on Oceania sailings that you will not find booking direct.

Combinable offers

Our exclusive value can usually be layered with Oceania's current promotions, plus full loyalty credit.

Cruise specialists

Advisors who know the fleet ship by ship and match the right stateroom, class and itinerary to you.

Seamless land and sea

Because we run our own tours ashore, we make it easy to add a CDV land tour where your voyage begins or ends.

Pair your voyage with a land tour

Sail the Mediterranean, then taste your way through Sicily

Oceania’s food-first voyages spend much of the year in the Mediterranean, often calling in Italy. Add one of our own culinary tours and you can carry the theme ashore with a Sicily food tour, deep in the markets and kitchens of the island.

Try a Sicily food tour
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Frequently asked questions

What is Oceania Cruises known for?

Oceania is best known for its cuisine, often described as among the finest at sea, paired with mid-size ships and destination-rich itineraries. It offers multiple specialty restaurants at no extra charge, a refined and relaxed atmosphere, and longer, more immersive voyages.

Who owns Oceania Cruises?

Oceania Cruises has been a wholly owned brand of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings since 2014. It operates as a distinct upper-premium line alongside its sister brands Regent Seven Seas and Norwegian Cruise Line.

How many ships does Oceania Cruises have?

Oceania operates eight ships as of 2026: the R-class Regatta, Insignia, Nautica and Sirena at 670 guests each, the O-class Marina and Riviera at up to 1,250, and the newer A-class Vista, which debuted in 2023, and Allura, which followed in 2025, carrying around 1,200 guests.

Is Oceania Cruises all-inclusive?

Oceania sits at the upper end of premium rather than being fully all-inclusive. Specialty dining is included, and current promotions often add extras such as drinks packages or shore-excursion credit. We confirm exactly what your fare includes before you book.

What is the food like on Oceania Cruises?

Cuisine is the line’s signature. Every ship carries several open-seating restaurants across cuisines, including specialty venues at no surcharge, and the newer ships add hands-on culinary centers. It is one of the strongest dining programs in cruising.

What is the dress code on Oceania Cruises?

Oceania uses a country-club-casual style with no formal nights. Evenings call for smart, elegant clothing rather than black tie. We can tell you what to expect for your specific itinerary.

Who is Oceania Cruises for?

Oceania suits travelers who care about food and destinations and want a refined, relaxed ship without big-ship crowds or entertainment. It is a strong fit for well-traveled couples and for longer, slower itineraries.

How much does an Oceania cruise cost?

Fares vary widely by ship, stateroom category, season and voyage length, and current promotions can change the value considerably. Rather than quote a misleading range, we price your specific voyage and secure the best available CDV value. Request a complimentary quote and we will lay out the real numbers.

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