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The 1,200-guest vessel was built at the prestigious Fincantieri Shipyard in Genoa and is the second ship in the Allura Class, following the debut of sister ship Oceania Vista® in May 2023.

“Oceania Allura is our most innovative and luxurious ship to date. She represents our bold vision for a new generation of luxury travel,” said Jason Montague, Chief Luxury Officer of Oceania Cruises. “At the heart of this remarkable ship is an extraordinary crew committed to exceptional cuisine, personalized service, and immersive enrichment.”

Culinary Innovation Aboard Oceania Allura

“Our philosophy of offering the Finest Cuisine at Sea is the guiding star for everything we do,” said Chef Alexis Quaretti, Executive Culinary Director. “The launch of Oceania Allura marks the beginning of a new era in culinary excellence.”

The ship introduces new dining venues, menus, and reimagined classics, many of which will be introduced across the fleet through 2026. Notable additions include a Crêperie, serving authentic French crêpes, Belgian and bubble waffles, and Italian ice cream sundaes.

Beloved French restaurant Jacques, named after legendary chef Jacques Pépin, returns with refined classics like duck à l’orange and experiential dishes like hand-cut beef tartare prepared tableside. The popular pan-Asian restaurant Red Ginger now features Nikkei cuisine—Japanese-Peruvian fusion—with standout dishes such as tuna ceviche, short rib with lomo saltado, and bao bun soft-shell crab tempura.

The Grand Dining Room showcases more than 270 new recipes, including over 30 breakfast additions such as multiple variations of eggs Benedict. Two Master Chefs of France, Alexis Quaretti and Eric Barale, lead the ship’s exceptional culinary team.

Wine and mixology also take center stage with the introduction of the Gerard Bertrand Wine Pairing Luncheon, a curated tasting experience paired with expertly crafted cuisine.

Future-Facing Expansion

Oceania Allura will be followed by the first Sonata Class vessel, Oceania Sonata™, in 2027 and Oceania Arietta™ in 2029. Each will carry approximately 1,390 guests and measure 86,000 gross tons. Two additional Sonata Class vessels have now been confirmed for delivery in 2032 and 2035.

“I am delighted to confirm we will be adding two more Sonata Class vessels to our fleet,” said Montague. “Together with our partners at Fincantieri, we’re shaping the future of small-ship luxury.”

About Oceania Allura

At 804 feet (246 meters) in length and over 68,000 gross tons, Oceania Allura hosts 1,200 guests at double occupancy. With one chef for every eight guests and half of the crew dedicated to culinary operations, the ship sets new standards in service and dining. Standard staterooms exceed 290 square feet—among the most spacious at sea.

The onboard Library, now located near the Horizons Lounge on Deck 14, features floor-to-ceiling glass walls, plush furnishings, and curated literary selections. Nearby is the all-new LYNC Digital Center, offering complimentary tech classes via Starlink® WiFi on topics such as smartphone photography, social media, and editing, led by expert Digital Concierges.

Inaugural Season and Christening

Oceania Allura's inaugural season includes 26 voyages to 92 destinations across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and North America. The maiden voyage departs July 18, 2025, from Trieste, Italy, bound for Athens, Greece.

In a nod to its culinary heritage, the ship will be christened in Miami in mid-November 2025 by a group of Food & Wine magazine’s Best New Chefs alumni.

For more information on Oceania Cruises’ small-ship luxury, award-winning cuisine, and curated travel experiences, visit OceaniaCruises.com or consult a professional travel advisor.

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