MIAMI, Feb. 22,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's
leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has
announced its highly anticipated 2024 Around the World in 180 Days
itinerary in addition to four distinct Grand Voyages of 72 to 82
days in length. Featuring 96 destinations in 34 countries, the
world cruise aboard the luxurious 684-guest Insignia departs
Los Angeles for New York on January
14, crossing three oceans and 15 seas from the South Pacific
to the coasts of Europe.
"Incredibly, last year our 2023 world cruise sold out in just
one day, so for 2024 we are providing guests more extended voyage
options to deeply and meaningfully rediscover the world," said
Howard Sherman, President and CEO of
Oceania Cruises. "While a globe-circling journey is the pinnacle of
life-changing travel experiences, we have specially curated a set
of Grand Voyages for seasoned and time-rich travelers to navigate
storied seas, straits and oceans that boldly connect diverse and
exotic corners of the globe."
Around the World in 180 Days
The 2024 Around the World
journey weaves together a lineup of destinations into a brilliant
kaleidoscope of world wonders, marvelous attractions and
exceptional encounters. Commencing an intriguing westward route,
Insignia sails across the Pacific to legendary beauties in
the Hawaiian Islands, French
Polynesia and the Samoan Islands. She continues south toward
the dramatic fjords of New Zealand
and on to adventures Down Under. Navigating the most thrilling
corners of Asia, guests will have
the chance to immerse themselves in everything from the spiritual
haven of Bali and the Japanese
culinary powerhouses of Tokyo and
Kyoto to the dramatic landscape of
Ha Long Bay and a true feast for the senses, Yangon. More revelatory explorations await on
the exotic shores of India and the
Arabian Peninsula, followed by experiences in jewel-box
destinations across the Mediterranean and the northern reaches of
Europe before crossing the
Atlantic to crown the journey on the Eastern Seaboard with her
final call in New York.
This epic voyage features over 100 UNESCO World Heritage sites
across 96 destinations, with 24 overnight stays and a series of
curated complimentary special onshore events and optional multi-day
overland programs. Starting at $48,499 per person, the world cruise boasts free
first-class roundtrip airfare, an array of included amenities with
the Exclusive Prestige Package such as free laundry services, a
free visa package, free Internet, free pre-paid gratuities, free
luggage delivery, plus Oceania Cruises' inclusive OLife
Choice amenities.
Four New Grand Voyages
In addition to
Insignia's Around the World itinerary, Oceania Cruises' four
new Grand Voyages range from 72 to 82 days and feature extended
evening port stays plus meaningful excursions ashore that connect
guests to the place, culture and people visited. Whether choosing a
Grand Voyage that reveals the colorful and varied countries and
cultures within the vast expanse of the Eastern world or a journey
that links multiple distinct regions together, such as the South
Pacific, Australia, Southeast Asia and Africa, guests will experience the beauty of
leisurely global travel with more time to indulge in the luxury and
comfort of Oceania Cruises.
- Grand Pacific Expedition from Los
Angeles to Sydney: This
77-day voyage departs Oct. 4, 2023,
on Regatta and visits 12 countries with 10 overnights in
iconic ports such as Kyoto,
Shanghai, Bali and Perth. From $15,199 per person.
- Odyssey of Discoveries from Abu
Dhabi to Tokyo: This 82-day voyage departs
Dec. 29, 2023, on Riviera and
visits 18 countries with an array of discoveries across the Arabian
Peninsula, India and Asia, plus calls at less-trodden corners such
as Sri Lanka and the secluded
paradise of the Maldives. From
$21,199 per person.
- Epic Eastern Explorer from Mumbai to Tokyo: This 72-day journey departing
Jan. 8, 2024, on Riviera
visits 15 countries with calls in the Maldives, Sri
Lanka, Singapore,
Bangkok and Seoul while also exploring Myanmar's monasteries, contrasting rural and
city life in Vietnam, experiencing
revered culinary traditions in Japan and more. From $19,599 per person.
- Ultimate Exotic Traveler from Papeete to Cape Town: This 79-day voyage departs
Feb. 19, 2024, on Nautica with
a 15-country itinerary featuring a remarkable array of top
attractions such as the gorgeous lagoons of Moorea, the unique
geothermal landscapes of Rotorua, the iconic Sydney Opera House, the UNESCO-protected
Komodo National Park and the renowned game reserves of South Africa. From $19,999 per person.
These Grand Voyages feature extraordinary value with amenities
such as free business-class airfare, free airport transfers, free
pre-paid gratuities, free luggage delivery and Oceania Cruises'
inclusive OLife Choice amenities like the choice of either
free shore excursions, a beverage package or shipboard credit.
Detailed brochures for Oceania Cruises' 2024 Around the World in
180 Days cruise may be found here and for the 2023-2024 Grand
Voyages here. For additional information on Oceania Cruises'
small-ship luxury product, exquisitely crafted cuisine, and
expertly curated travel experiences, visit OceaniaCruises.com, call
855-OCEANIA, or speak with a professional travel advisor.
About Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises is the world's
leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line. The line's
seven small, luxurious ships carry no more than 1,250
guests and feature the finest cuisine at sea and
destination-rich itineraries that span the globe. Expertly curated
travel experiences aboard the designer-inspired, small ships call
on more than 450 marquee and boutique ports across Europe, Alaska, Asia,
Africa, Australia, New
Zealand, New England-Canada, Bermuda, the Caribbean, the Panama Canal, Tahiti and the
South Pacific in addition to the epic 180-day Around the World
Voyages. The brand has an additional 1,200-guest Allura Class ship on order for delivery in 2025.
With headquarters in Miami,
Oceania Cruises is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., a
diversified cruise operator of leading global cruise brands which
include Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven
Seas Cruises.
About Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
Norwegian
Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a leading global cruise
company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises
and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands. With a combined fleet of 28
ships with nearly 60,000 berths, these brands offer itineraries to
more than 490 destinations worldwide. The Company has nine
additional ships scheduled for delivery through 2027, comprising of
approximately 24,000 berths.
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