Introducing Oceania Aurelia™, The Ultimate Explorer

Oceania Cruises®, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, today unveiled Oceania Aurelia™, The Ultimate Explorer, purposefully designed for extended global discoveries.

Ship Overview
- Debut: Late 2027
- Capacity: Fewer than 500 guests, served by 400 officers and crew
- Origin: A complete transformation of the current Oceania Nautica™ under the OceaniaNEXT™ program
- Design: Boutique hotel feel at sea, with extraordinary space and a club-like sense of community

Accommodations
- Total suites: 179 out of 238 accommodations
- Sizes: Most exceed 300 sq. ft., some up to 1,000 sq. ft.
- Suite categories: Owner’s, Vista, Penthouse (remastered), plus new Oceania Suites, Horizon Suites, Oceanview, and Inside Suites
- Features: Dedicated butler service, gracious living/dining spaces, private-residence feel

Culinary & Dining
- Signature venues: The Grand Dining Room, Polo Grill, Toscana, Terrace Café, Waves Grill, evening Pizzeria
- New additions:
- Baristas relocated to Horizons
- Bakery with European pastries
- Crêperie offering crêpes, waffles, gelato sundaes
- Founders Bar: New mixology-focused lounge

Enrichment & Wellness
- Chef’s Studio: Culinary workshops on flavor, technique, tradition
- Artist Loft: Creative activities
- LYNC Digital Center: Interactive classes for connection and learning
- Guest Speakers: Talks on diverse topics
- Aquamar Spa Terrace: Unlimited access for all guests

Strategic Role
- Purpose-built for extended global journeys, including the 2028 and 2029 Around the World voyages and expansive Grand Voyages.
- Designed to deepen guest connection to destinations with longer stays and immersive experiences.

This ship positions Oceania Cruises firmly in the luxury exploration niche, competing with Viking, Silversea, and Azamara by offering smaller ships, more suites, and highly personalized service.