Oceania Cruises Review | U.S. News Best Cruises

Oceania Cruises Overview

How it Ranks: Oceania has been ranked based on an expert evaluation of the line's level of luxury, as well as an assessment of user reviews and health ratings. Oceania Cruises appears on the following ranking lists:

Oceania's five ships Marina, Riviera, Regatta, Nautica and Insignia stand apart from other midsize cruise ships with their low 1-to-2 crew-to-passenger ratios, gourmet cuisine and comprehensive itineraries. Oceania sails around the world, with 2016 trips spanning Europe, Alaska, the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, South Americaand the South Pacific, among other places. Oceania's shore experiences are just as varied as its sailings, ranging from active pursuits like glacier sea kayaking in Juneau, Alaska to culinary endeavors like tapas tastings in Barcelona, Spain. Should you wish to extend your time on shore, you can sign up for a pre- or post-cruise land tour with Oceania which includes lodging, dining and transportation costs. On board an Oceania cruise, you'll find plenty of ways to fill the time at sea. Wine and martini tastings and educational presentations are offered on the line's smaller Regatta, Nautica and Insignia ships, which carry up to 684 guests, and cooking demonstrations and art classes take place aboard the larger Marina and Rivieraships (which can carry up to 1,250 guests). During your voyage which can last anywhere from seven to 180 days you can also take advantage of the casino and the Canyon Ranch SpaClub. And if you're a traveling foodie, you can also sample the offerings available across the fleet's numerous open-seating dining venues, including the Grand Dining Room, which serves French fare from a menu created by master chef, Jacques Ppin.

Oceania Cruises attracts affluent retirees looking for a refined, no-frills experience. That said, Oceania's sophisticated atmosphere also draws solo travelers and couples in their 30s who are looking for an atmosphere sans kids. Regardless of which cruise you choose, expect to sail with an American crowd.

While exploring different destinations, you choose to navigate on your own or reserve a customized shore excursion. Activities vary by voyage and itinerary, though many expeditions promote cultural immersion through art, history and cuisine. Excursions might include artisan demonstrations in Bali or embarking on Champagne and lobster catamaran adventure in ...

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