New Relaxed Yet Refined Dining Options Added:
Wellness-Focused Aquamar Kitchen; an Al Fresco Pizzeria
and an All-Day Ice Cream Parlor
MIAMI, May 29, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and
destination-focused cruise line, has welcomed its 1,250-guest ship,
Marina, back into service after undergoing an
all-encompassing refurbishment, which includes the addition of
three new dining options. Guests aboard Marina can now enjoy
the culinary delights of Aquamar Kitchen, the new wellness-focused
dining venue, which debuted to great acclaim on Vista last
year; a poolside ice cream parlor serving milkshakes and smoothies;
and a new al fresco Pizzeria offering sumptuous Italian dishes.
Marina is the most recent of Oceania Cruises'
current fleet to be refurbished, which means that the line boasts
eight new, or better-than-new, ships. Its eighth ship,
Allura, is set to set 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.
"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."
Oceania Cruises' newly appointed Executive Culinary Directors,
Chefs Alexis Quaretti and Eric
Barale, and their talented team are taking a fresh look at
menus across all venues on all ships.
Chef Alex commented: "The introduction of these three wonderful
culinary venues on board Marina is just the start of an
exciting new taste journey for Oceania Cruises. Of course, there is
an incredible amount of work going on to prepare for the arrival of
Allura next summer, but we have so much going on aboard all
our beautiful ships. Eric and I are looking at every menu and every
dish we serve, as you'll see with the return of Marina.
"The ethos behind The Finest Cuisine at Sea is at the heart of
everything we do; it all starts with the best ingredients, the best
team and a precise plan as to how each mouthful should taste –
regardless of whether it's a lunchtime burger at Waves Grill or an
extravagant souffle in The Grand Dining Room. We have so much to
talk about, I cannot wait to share more in the coming weeks and
months."
Overview of Marina's all-encompassing
refurbishment:
- Aquamar Kitchen, a new Oceania Cruises signature
restaurant, which debuted on Vista, presents
wellness-inspired menus, with a hint of indulgence, sure to satisfy
even the most discerning palate. At breakfast, the smoothies,
cold-pressed juices and energy bowls shine; while at lunch, guests
can enjoy avocado toast selections and globally inspired salads and
wraps. Heartier options include an Impossible™ burger, yellowfin
tuna tacos and a crunchy chicken sandwich among several others. Its
beverage menu features a selection of premium, award-winning
non-alcoholic wines, Pierre Zero from France, as well as a refreshing collection of
mocktails crafted with Lyre's non-alcoholic spirits. Aquamar
Kitchen is open for breakfast and lunch and does not require
reservations, and as with all other onboard restaurants, is
complimentary for guests.
- In the evening, Waves Grill transforms into an al fresco
Pizzeria featuring freshly made pizzas, succulently grilled
Italian specialties, tantalizing salads, rosemary focaccia with
lush burrata and indulgent desserts, including a Nutella
pizza.
- An all-day ice cream parlor has been added to the pool
deck. The new addition is filled with favorite flavors, including
options from award-winning artisan ice cream company Humphry Slocombe, plus milkshakes and
smoothies.
- 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 thoughtful details such as more outlets
and USB ports. Each Penthouse Suite has a sleek restyled bathroom,
with distinctive Italian marble throughout, abundant drawer space,
and generous oversized showers, offering the elegant residential
luxury for which Oceania Cruises is renowned.
- Favorite public spaces including Martinis, Horizons, The
Grand Dining Room and Library have been elegantly updated with
plush new carpets and refreshed upholstery; and specialty
steakhouse Polo Grill boasts a fresh new look with new
carpeting, stylish window treatments and sleek, pillowed-leather
dining chairs.
- Due to the addition of Aquamar Kitchen, Oceania Cruises'
signature pairing dinners featured in La Reserve will now be
showcased in Privée, Marina's glamorous and exclusive
private dining venue.
Additional information
- Marina and her sister Riviera were the very first
true foodie ships in the world, joined now by Vista in 2023,
and Allura in 2025, and were the first ships ever to have an
onboard cooking school. They have more galley space and more fresh
food storage than any other ship, and they were built around the
galleys in the shipyard.
- Oceania Cruises has the highest percentage of culinary
personnel devoted to the dining experience than any other cruise
company. To ensure the impeccable quality of each dish, the line
has one chef for every ten guests; half of the crew on board is
dedicated to the cooking or serving of food.
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
eight small, luxurious ships carry a maximum of 1,250 guests and
feature The Finest Cuisine at Sea and destination-rich itineraries
that span the globe. Expertly curated travel experiences are
available aboard the designer-inspired, small ships, which call on
more than 600 marquee and boutique ports in more than 100 countries
on seven continents, on voyages that range from seven to more than
200 days. Oceania Cruises has two additional ships on order
scheduled for delivery in 2027 and 2028 or 2029[1].
Oceania Cruises is a wholly owned subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise
Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH). To learn more,
visit www.nclhltd.com.
[1] Delivery for the second Oceania Cruises ship
is contractually scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2028, but may
be delayed to 2029.
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