MIAMI — Oceania Cruises has announced an all-encompassing refurbishment of its Marina ship starting in May 2024.
The 1,250-passenger ship is the last in Oceania’s current fleet to be refurbished, meaning that the line will boast eight new or better-than-new ships in total. Its eight ship, Allura, is set to launch in Spring 2025.
Marina’s refurbishment will include the addition of three new dining options: Aquamar Kitchen, the new wellness-focused dining venue that debuted on Vista earlier this year; an expanded poolside ice cream parlour serving milkshakes and smoothies; and a new casual al fresco trattoria offering Italian dishes and freshly-made pizzas.
“Marina is a 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 onboard each of our ships, and globally, in the destinations we visit.
“This refresh of Marina will see her updated to offer three exciting new dining venues. We are especially thrilled to expand the Aquamar Kitchen concept to Marina, following its incredible reception from guests since it was unveiled aboard Vista in May.”
In addition to the three new dining options, Marina’s private and public spaces will be refreshed to showcase a radiant new ambiance. All upper suites will be reimagined with a revamped look, to become lighter, brighter and seemingly even more spacious thanks to cleverly designed new features. Classic steakhouse Polo Grill will also be enhanced with new carpet, window treatments and a fresh design of the dining chairs.
The Penthouse Suites will be completely refurbished 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 thoughtful details such as more outlets and USB ports. Each Penthouse Suite will have a sleek restyled bathroom, with distinctive Italian marble throughout, abundant drawer space, and generous over-sized showers.
Favorite public spaces including Martinis, Horizons, The Grand Dining Room and Library will be updated with plush new carpets and refreshed upholstery.
The refurbished Marina will debut on May 18, 2024. Summer 2024 featured sailings include:
