Oceania Cruises will re-launch a ship as its dedicated world cruiser after a renovation designed to make it feel like a “home at sea.”
Oceania Aurelia will be the new name of Nautica, a ship that has toured most corners of the world in a 26 year career. The new look will appear in late 2027 after a complete rebuilding. The ship will specialize in longer journeys the line’s 2028 and 2029 Around the World voyages as well as a series of expansive Grand Voyages. It’s part of the line’s OceaniaNEXT program – the brand’s initiative to upgrade and add amenities from its newest ships to its smaller ships.
“Oceania Aurelia is our ultimate world explorer,” said Jason Montague, Chief Luxury Officer of Oceania Cruises. “She is designed specifically for guests who desire greater space, more suites and a deeper level of personalized care, particularly for extended journeys. Oceania Aurelia will be a smaller, more club-like ship that truly feels like a home at sea, providing travelers a deeper connection to the ports they visit.”
Welcoming fewer than 500 guests, served by 400 officers and crew, Oceania Aurelia offers a true home at sea where travelers will find sophisticated, inviting spaces to relax, connect and unwind as they sail around the globe, he adds. Suites will comprise 179 of the ship’s 238 accommodations, most exceeding 300 square feet with some up to 1,000 square feet. All will be renovated to create the feel of private residence.
In keeping with Oceania Cruises’ trademark commitment to serving The Finest Cuisine at Sea, dining aboard Oceania Aurelia menus will reflect the regions being explored in: The Grand Dining Room, Polo Grill, Toscana, Terrace Café, Waves Grill and the Pizzeria in the evenings.
The line’s coffee venue, Baristas, will move to Horizons and will feature as new additions The Bakery, serving pastries and European specialties, and the Crêperie, where travelers can enjoy fresh crêpes, waffles and gelato sundaes. Rounding out the experience are bars and lounges to toast the journey – including mixology experiences at a new Founders Bar.
Extended time at sea invites guests to follow their curiosity through a series of enrichment opportunities, including: the new Chef’s Studio, offering a series of culinary workshops that explore flavor, technique and tradition; Artist Loft, inviting travelers to relax with creative activities; LYNC Digital Center, to connect, create and learn through interactive classes; Guest Speakers, providing engaging talks on a range of topics; and, for the first time, unlimited access to the Aquamar Spa Terrace for all guests.
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