MIAMI — Oceania Cruises has welcomed its 1,250-passenger ship, Marina, back into service after undergoing an all-encompassing refurbishment, which includes the addition of three new dining options.

The ‘relaxed yet refined’ new venues include the wellness-focused Aquamar Kitchen; an al fresco pizzeria; and an all-day ice cream parlour.

Chef Alexis Quaretti and the Master of Marina open Aquamar Kitchen

Marina is the most recent of Oceania Cruises’ current fleet to be refurbished. The cruise line’s eighth ship, Allura, is set to sail in July 2025.

“Marina is the first – the original – ship designed by foodies, built by foodies, for foodies,” said Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. “We are renowned for serving The Finest Cuisine at Sea, and this is not just a tagline, it is a mantra which we have built the business around. Food is the foundation of what we do on board each of our ships, and globally, in the destinations we visit.”

He added: “The addition of these three relaxed, yet refined, eateries to Marina is the perfect way to spotlight that The Finest Cuisine at Sea does not always mean a white linen tablecloth and starched napkins at one of our award-winning specialty restaurants. It’s also a perfectly prepared pizza, accompanied by a chilled glass of white wine enjoyed on deck, as you set sail with a warm breeze around your shoulders; or a decadent poolside ice cream or flavorful smoothie as you relax on your sun lounger.”

The new al fresco pizzeria onboard Marina

Also part of the refurbishment, the 124 Penthouse Suites are completely re-inspired, with custom-crafted furniture as well as new closets and cabinetry to increase guest storage space, plus new carpets and upholstery, updated modern lighting and details such as more outlets and USB ports.

As for public spaces, top spots including Martinis, Horizons, The Grand Dining Room and Library have been updated with new carpeting and refreshed upholstery; and specialty steakhouse Polo Grill also has a new look with new carpeting and window treatments, and pillowed-leather dining chairs.

Oceania Cruises’ Marina has refurbished Penthouse Suite accommodation

Take note: the addition of Aquamar Kitchen means that Oceania’s signature pairing dinners featured in La Reserve will now take place in Privée, Marina’s private dining venue.