Oceania Cruises: The Best Value in Luxury Cruising

Posted on Sunday, August 23, 2009

An incomparable voyage awaits those who cruise on one of Oceania Cruises' intimate mide-size ships, which sail to more than 180 ports worldwide, to such alluring destinations as Europe, South America, Asia Australia and the Caribbean. Along with tantalizing itineraries, Oceanis Cruises continues to receive rave reviews for its five-star cuisine, country club ambiance and impeccable service. These points of distinction combine to make Oceania Cruises the best value in luxury cruising.

Knowing the value of extra time ashore, Oceania Cruises has created a collection of exciting itineraries that allow for a generous number of overnight stays in enticing locations. With more time to immerse yourself in the world's most intriguing destinations, you can sample regional cuisine, delve into their rich histories and experience the local customs. In. fact, freedom of choice imbues every aspect of their cruises. Free from the need to wear tuxedos or evening gowns, you can flourish and enjoy life on your terms, exactly as you please.

After a rewarding day ashore, the time you spend onboard is equally gratifying as you interact with fellow guests in a relaxed and unpretentious atoomsphere. The camaraderie that you will experience will make you feel you are part of an extended family. The ship evokes the atmosphere. The camaraderie that you will experience will make you feel you are part of an extended family. The ship evokes the atmosphere of an exclusive British club with dark polished woods, leather paneled walls, trompe l'oeil ceilings and oriental rugs. Other touches of luxe include marble fireplaces and a martini bar, and the interior design is reminiscent of ocean liners of the 1920s and 30s when cruising was reserved for the privileged few.

While every aspect of the Oceania Cruises experience is study in gracious understatement, its passion for serving the finest cuisine at sea is anything but. Master chef Jacques Pepin, Excutive Culinary Director, devotes his genius for culinary wizardry to cuisine that earns rave reviews time and again. The ingredients for elcellence are ever-present as the chefs carefully and thoughtfully prepare each dish a la minute, just as you would expect in the finest of restaurants. Menus artfully reflect the regions where the ships sail, enhancing the experience, adding authenticity and ensuring in the four distinctly different gourmet restaurants.

Did you know Oceania has a new ship coming out in 2010 called the Marina? Click here for more details.

Oceania Cruise 2010

Posted on Friday, May 08, 2009

Oceania Cruises is offering Insignia’s 40-day February 22, 2010 Grand Circle of South America cruise in two segments. While the cruise can still be booked as a complete 40-day cruise, they anticipate that most sales to come from the purchase of one of the segments. 

The 40-day Buenos Aries to Rio de Janeiro cruise is being split into a 13-day Buenos Aries to Valparaiso segment departing February 22, 2010 called Patagonian Discoveries and a 27-day Valparaiso to Rio de Janeiro segment departing March 7, 2010 called Temples and Treasures. All ports of call in each segment are the same as the original day-by-day breakdown for the entire 40-day cruise; there have been no modifications.  The port call at Valparaiso on the 40-day cruise will also serve as the turnaround port for those guests purchasing one of the two segments.

The special offer fare for the two cruises applies to Cats G through PH1
only.  Oceania offering a $2,000 Price Reduction per stateroom off 2 for 1 cruise fares with FREE Airfare on the 13-day segment and a $4,000 Price Reduction per stateroom off 2 for 1 cruise fares with FREE Airfare on the 27-day segment.  This is in addition to $500 shipboard credit per stateroom and FREE Gratuities.  3^rd and 4^th guests sail for 50% off the applicable fare and the Single Supplement is 25%.

$1,000 Off 2 for 1 Cruise Fares with Free Airfare:

	South American Splendors Rio de Janeiro to Valparaiso 19 Days Onboard Insignia Sail Date: 01/03/10 and 01/22/10* Fares now from $4,299 per guest
Port Highlights: Punta Arenas, Chile; Ushuaia, Argentina; Montevideo, Uruguay; Buenos Aires, Argentina & more!
*Operates in reverse itinerary.