oceania cruises olife ultimate

Travelers who book by April 30 will reap even more benefits than usual with free shore excursions, a free beverage package and shipboard credit on 83 select voyages in 2023 and 2024 that explore an array of destinations from Tokyo and Barcelona to Alaska and Dubai . By taking advantage of this limited-time offer, guests can experience complimentary shore excursions such as exploring Kyoto's marquee attractions like the impressive Golden Pavilion or touring an 18th-century winery in Saint-Tropez, France , delight in a well-deserved massage with shipboard credit and enjoy a glass of wine during a relaxing lunch while sailing to their next destination courtesy of the beverage package.

While Oceania Cruises' guests usually receive a generous package of included amenities such as dining at specialty restaurants, Internet, 24-hour room service, fitness classes and more, the OLife Ultimate "All Three for Free" offer provides up to an additional $800 in savings in shipboard credit for sought-after onboard amenities and dream-worthy shore excursions.

Guests can enjoy these extensive savings on Oceania Cruises' small, luxurious Regatta, Insignia, Nautica, Marina, Riviera, and Sirena – nearly all of which have been beautifully re-inspired, with Marina due to be completed in 2024.

Exceptional value:

Based on a 10-day voyage – 2 guests per stateroom:

House Beverage Package: Typically costing $39.95 per person, per day ( $79.90 per stateroom), this offer allows guests to savor unlimited Champagne, wine and beer with lunch and dinner. 10-day savings: $799 per stateroom.

Shore Excursion Package: Based on a value of $150 per excursion, 6 shore excursions per stateroom. 10-day savings: $900 per stateroom.

Free Shipboard Credit: $600 per stateroom . Guests may use this shipboard credit to pamper themselves at Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center, culinary classes at the first hands-on cooking school at sea and more.

Total Savings on a 10-day voyage: $2,299 per stateroom

Featured voyages:

Discover the best of Norway and fascinating Scandinavian destinations on the 15-day Fjords & Cities of Norway cruise from Copenhagen to Tromsø aboard Marina, taking travelers to the southern coastal jewel of Arendal, the dramatic Lofoten Islands and beyond. Departs on July 23, 2023 , from $4,599 per person.

Sailing from Dubai to Singapore via Mumbai , Goa and Phuket , the 20-day Exotic Eastern Spices voyage aboard Nautica takes travelers on a journey to exotic vistas, labyrinthine souks, gilt-domed temples and more. Departs on December 8, 2023 , from $3,999 per person.

Marvel at the desert cities of Oman and the UAE on the 10-day Sumptuous Arabia itinerary aboard Riviera , from Abu Dhabi to Mumbai , which showcases the best of the Middle East with calls at the remote island of Sir Bani Yas , Muscat and more. Departs December 29, 2023 , from $1,799 per person.

The 12-day roundtrip Tokyo Land of the Rising Sun voyage aboard Riviera is a captivating itinerary exploring the resplendent gems of Japan , taking in unparalleled views of Mount Fuji, the stately temples of imperial Kyoto and more. Departs March 20, 2024 , from $4,499 per person.

For more information about Oceania Cruises, visit our website here , call 855-OCEANIA (855-623-2642) or contact a professional Travel Advisor.

About Oceania Cruises

Oceania Cruises is the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line. The line's seven small, luxurious ships carry a maximum of 1,238 guests and feature the finest cuisine at sea and destination-rich itineraries that span the globe. Expertly curated travel experiences aboard the designer-inspired, small ships call on more than 600 marquee and boutique ports in more than 100 countries on 7 continents on voyages that range from 7 to more than 200 days. The brand has a second 1,200-guest newbuild, Allura, on order for delivery in 2025. With headquarters in Miami , Oceania Cruises is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., a diversified cruise operator of leading global cruise brands which include Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

About Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands. With a combined fleet of 29 ships with over 60,000 berths, these brands offer itineraries to approximately 500 destinations worldwide. The Company has eight additional ships scheduled for delivery across its three brands.

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Oceania Cruises

Experience Oceania Cruises OLife™ – taking you to all corners of the world in comfort & style, on their six small and luxury cruise ships!

Your World. Your Way . ®

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Oceania Cruises takes you to whichever corners of the world that appeals to you the most, not only in comfort but also in style! On every one of Oceania’s six small and luxury cruise ships, catering from 684 and up to 1,250 guests, will help you experience OLife™ and what it truly means. You will feel welcomed by their dedicated staff the second you step onboard any of their casually-sophisticated atmosphere cruise ships. Attend their engaging guest lectures, sip cocktails by the poolside, relax on your private veranda while gazing out on ever-changing vistas, and savor exquisite cuisine renowned as the finest at sea and spend the days precisely as you wish. Enjoy every moment in your own way.

Oceania’s new, exclusive small-batch GO LOCAL tours go beyond the tourist sites and embed guests in the fabric of local communities.

• The Finest Cuisine at Sea®
• A variety of distinctive open-seating restaurants, all at no additional charge
• Gourmet cuisine curated by world-renowned Master Chef Jacques Pépin
• Award-winning itineraries featuring more than 450 alluring destinations
• Spectacular port-intensive voyages featuring overnight visits and extended evening port stays
• Small, luxurious ships catering to just 684 or 1,250 guests
• Exceptional personalized service
• Country club casual ambiance
• Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center
• Epicurean enrichment programs, including immersive Culinary Discovery Tours™ in the world’s most fascinating destinations

Inspired by legendary Master Chef Jacques Pépin, the cuisine of Oceania Cruises is renowned as the finest at sea and rivals Michelin-starred restaurants ashore. Oceania Cruises’ superb gourmet restaurants serve exquisite dishes created à la minute and offer a remarkable array of choices, from Continental cuisine to authentic Italian to classic steakhouse fare. Every restaurant on board is complimentary and features open seating, so you may dine wherever and whenever suits your taste and schedule. Enjoy dinner for two or a gathering with new-found friends, knowing that the experience is certain to be extraordinary.

THE FINEST CUISINE AT SEA

• Multiple open-seating dining venues at no additional charge
• Continental cuisine and Aquamar Vitality Cuisine at the elegant Grand Dining Room
• Steaks, chops and seafood at Polo Grill+
• Gourmet Italian dining at Toscana+
• French country cuisine at Jacques+
• Bold, contemporary flavors of Asia at Red Ginger+
• Tuscan Steak inspired by Toscana and Polo Grill+
• Casual and alfresco breakfast, lunch and dinner at Terrace Café
• Small-batch, artisanal
• Humphry Slocombe ice cream
• Vintage wine and food pairings at La Reserve by Wine Spectator ++
• Host private dinners at Privée++

+For details, contact NorthStar ++Available on board Marina & Riviera; wine experience or room reservation surcharge applies

Five Reasons You’ll Love Extra-Long

Oceania cruises in 2023.

Those who are drawn to off-the-beaten-path locales and spending weeks or even months discovering a region in depth, Oceania Cruises’ latest collection of Grand Voyages is the perfect answer to their wanderlust. These longer voyages invite you to settle into the good life in Scandinavia, explore the best of Asia, or take the ultimate journey throughout South America. Oceania’s OLife Choice package with free round-trip airfare elevates everyone’s experience, plus get exclusive prepaid gratuities on select sailings.

1. Wow-inducing photo ops.

2. Skills you can actually use post-vacation.

3. Plush accommodations you won’t want to leave.

4. Once aboard, you never have to unpack again.

5. Great wine and dining on land and at sea.

Find epicurean delights at treasured dining venues that have been elevated to new heights.

A dramatic new way to see the world

Your next getaway, now even more glamorous.

Meet  Vista , the newest member of Oceania Cruises’ fleet – Be one of the first to sail on Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Vista , radiating early twentieth-century glamour and departing for destinations around the globe starting in 2023. From marble-clad staircases to complimentary bubbly and butler service in select suites, get ready to embark on a truly unrivaled voyage.

Get ready for a voyage that’s well worth the wait. Introducing Oceania Cruises’ newest ship,  Vista , an 823-foot superyacht designed to show you the world in an entirely new way. Think stories-high crystal sculptures, cozy signature spaces, a holistic wellness center, and ever-changing menus of seasonal specialties. Plus, Virtuoso Voyages benefits may include prepaid gratuities or a private welcome reception, onboard host, and custom curated shore experience.

Oceania Cruises Special Offers

Your dream voyage is here.

New adventures are on the horizon – Imagine visiting an elephant sanctuary in Ko Samui, participating in a lantern ceremony in Taipei, or relaxing in Roseau’s mineral-rich pools. On these 2024 and 2025 Oceania Cruises voyages, you’ll sail to exotic and tropical ports through Asia and the Caribbean with inclusive amenities and a country-club casual ambiance. Each voyage features exclusive NorthStar Virtuoso benefits, plus 2-for-1 cruise fares, round-trip airfare, airport transfers, and your choice of shore excursions, a beverage package, or shipboard credits.

• East Asian Reflections – Tokyo to Singapore – 17 Days | Departs October 29, 2024 – Virtuoso Deluxe Oceanview fares FROM $6,299 per person – Virtuoso Exclusive benefit: prepaid gratuities View Sailing   ›
• Southeast Asian Sojourn – Singapore to Hong Kong – 16 Days | Departs January 12, 2025 – Virtuoso Deluxe Oceanview fares FROM $7,499 per person – Virtuoso Voyages benefits : a shipboard credit, welcome reception, and onboard Virtuoso host View Sailing   ›
• Windward Island Escape – Round-trip from Bridgetown – 8 Days | Departs January 22, 2025 – Virtuoso Deluxe Oceanview fares FROM $3,449 per person – Virtuoso Exclusive benefit : prepaid gratuities View Sailing   ›
• Antillean Adventure – Round-trip from Miami – 13 Days | Departs March 27, 2025 Virtuoso French Veranda fares FROM $4,699 per person – Virtuoso Exclusive benefit : prepaid gratuities View Sailing   ›

FREE LAND PROGRAMS ON FEATURED 2023 ITINERARIES

Save Up to $4,600 Per Person on Included Pre- and Post-Cruise Programs to World Famous Cities Like Tokyo and Singapore Plus UNESCO Sites Including Taj Mahal, Angkor Wat and Nazca Lines.

For a limited time, Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary and destination focused cruise line, invites guests on select 2023 voyages to delve deeper into the world’s most exotic destinations and treasured wonders with its Free Land Program. Available on 15 featured sailings reaching Africa, Asia, Australia, the Middle East and more, guests who book by January 8, 2023, can choose an immersive pre- or post-cruise add-on to coveted places like Cape Winelands, Taj Mahal, Angkor Wat, the Blue Mountains, Nazca Lines and more, a savings of up to $4,600 per person .

“Each of our land programs delve deep into the rich history, culture, nature and architecture of these destinations,” said Howard Sherman , President and CEO of Oceania Cruises. “There are some places in the world we just can’t reach by ship, but are must-sees when cruising the region, so our immersive land programs are the best opportunity for guests to visit these remarkable places and do it for free.”

Free Land Tour Offerings Include:

• The ‘Ancient Incas & Pristine Paracas’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as an overland excursion aboard the Insignia’s Pacific Panorama Cruise departing January 15, 2023, 24 day voyage from San Francisco to Santiago De Chile.
• The ‘Chilean Wonders & Wine’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as a post-cruise offering aboard Insignia’s Pacific Panorama Cruise departing January 15, 2023, 24 day voyage from San Francisco to Santiago De Chile.
• The ‘Winelands & Wildlife’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as a pre-cruise or post-cruise offering aboard Insignia’s Safaris & Global Gems Cruise, departing April 5, 2023, 21 day voyage, Cape Town to Dubai. and Atlantic Expedition Cruise departing March 4, 2023, 32 day voyage Rio De Janeiro to Cape Town. It is also offered as part of the program on board Nautica’s South Africa Spotlight departing January 6, 2023, 12 day voyage from Capetown to Capetown, and Indian Ocean Escapade Cruise departing January 18, 2023, 18 day voyage from Capetown to Mumbai.
• The ‘India’s Crown Jewel’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as an pre-cruise or post-cruise offering aboard Nautica’s Indian Ocean Escapade Cruise departing January 18, 2023, 18 day voyage from Capetown to Mumbai and Far East Interlude Cruise departing February 5, 2023, 14 day voyage from Mumbai to Bangkok.
• The ‘Angkor Wat’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as an pre-cruise or post-cruise offering aboard Nautica’s Far East Interlude Cruise departing February 5, 2023, 14 day voyage from Mumbai to Bangkok, and Fortunes Of The East Cruise departing February 19, 2023, 10 day voyage from Bangkok to Singapore.
• The ‘Explore Singapore’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as a pre-cruise or post-cruise offering aboard Nautica’s Fortunes Of The East Cruise departing February 19, 2023, 10 day voyage from Bangkok to Singapore, East Asia Enclaves Cruise departing March 1, 2023, 10 day voyage Singapore to Hong Kong, Highlights Of The East Cruise departing April 22, 2023, 18 day voyage Tokyo to Singapore. It is also offered as part of the Free Land Program on Insignia’s Far East Legends departing April 26 , 2023, 22 day voyage Dubai to Singapore and Southeast Asia Array Cruise departing May 18, 2023, 15 day voyage Singapore to Hong Kong.
• The ‘Jewels of Hong Kong’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as a pre-cruise or post-cruise offering aboard Nautica’s East Asia Enclaves Cruise departing March 1, 2023, 10 day voyage Hong Kong to Tokyo and Eastern Endeavor Cruise departing March 11, 2023, 12 day voyage Hong Kong to Tokyo. It is also offered as part of the Free Land Program on Insignia’s Southeast Asia Array Cruise departing May 18, 2023, 15 day voyage Singapore to Hong Kong, and Spiritual Shrines Cruise departing June 2, 2023, 18 day voyage Hong Kong to Tokyo.
• The ‘Jewels of Hong Kong’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as a pre-cruise or post-cruise offering aboard Nautica’s Eastern Endeavor Cruise departing March 11, 2023, 12 day voyage Hong Kong to Tokyo and Highlights Of The East Cruise departing April 22, 2023, 18 day voyage Tokyo to Singapore. It is also offered as part of the Free Land Program on Insignia’s Aleutian Bridgeway Cruise departing June 20, 2023, 24 day voyage Tokyo to San Francisco, and Spiritual Shrines Cruise departing June 2, 2023, 18 day voyage Hong Kong to Tokyo.
• The ‘Glimpse of Arabia’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as a post-cruise offering aboard Insignia’s Safaris & Global Gems Cruise, departing April 5, 2023, 21 day voyage, Cape Town to Dubai.
• The ‘Emirates: Past, Present & Future’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as a pre-cruise offering aboard Insignia’s Far East Legends departing April 26, 2023, 22 day voyage Dubai to Singapore.
• The ‘Cultural Sydney’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as a pre- or post-cruise offering aboard Regatta’s Fjords & Tasman Tales Cruise departing February 13, 2023, 15 day voyage Sydney to Sydney.
• The ‘Scenic Blue Mountains’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as a post-cruise offering aboard Regatta’s Fjords & Tasman Tales Cruise departing February 13, 2023, 15 day voyage Sydney to Sydney.
• The ‘A Passion For Rio’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as a pre-cruise offering aboard Insignia’s Atlantic Expedition Cruise departing March 4, 2023, 32 day voyage Rio De Janeiro to Capetown.
• The ‘San Francisco & Sausalito’ program is available as part of Oceania’s Free Land Tour Program as a post-cruise offering aboard Insignia’s Aleutian Bridgeway Cruise departing June 20, 2023, 24 day voyage from Tokyo to San Francisco.

What will you discover in Alaska

Exclusive benefits in alaska and europe.

Oceania Cruises’ curated itineraries and small ships allow you to experience some of the world’s most remarkable destinations – from the Alaskan wilderness to Russian palaces – while sailing in absolute comfort. And when you reserve your trip through your NorthStar Virtuoso travel advisor, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits like prepaid gratuities or $150 shipboard credit per person. You’ll also receive generous OLife Choice offerings including two-for-one cruise fares, free round-trip airfare and airport transfers, and your choice of amenity.

• Mix and mingle in onboard bars and lounges offering delicious libations. More   ›
• Watch the world go by from your spacious suite and private teak veranda. More   ›
• Cruise Saint Petersburg’s canals and see its famous domed cathedrals. More   ›
• Get up close to nature on Alaskan excursions to view magnificent wildlife. More   ›

Return to worldwide exploration

Exciting itineraries come with free prepaid gratuities.

With thoughtfully designed itineraries to Greece, Italy, Turkey, French Polynesia, and more, Oceania Cruises offers you the opportunity to experience more of every destination with its luxurious ships as your home base. And when you book now through your Virtuoso travel advisor, you’ll enjoy exclusive prepaid gratuities included in your fare.

• Visit Barcelona’s renowned sites like the distinctive Sagrada Família. More   ›
• Explore French Polynesia’s striking scenery in Bora Bora and beyond. More   ›
• Dine in a number of onboard eateries offering delicious, creative cuisine. More   ›
• Enjoy personalized service on luxurious small ships with under 700 guests. More   ›

Beauty from the inside out

See the world from a new perspective

Masterpieces of innovative design, cuisine, elegance, service, and more await aboard Oceania Cruises’ newest vessel. Plan to embark on Vista , setting sail in 2023 to the most iconic locales of the Mediterranean, Central America, the Caribbean, and beyond. In honor of this spectacular ship’s inaugural season, enjoy 2-for-1 cruise fares, complimentary Wi-Fi, and the generous OLife Choice benefits.

• Residential-style living with copious amounts of space is a hallmark of all Vista staterooms and suites. More   ›
• Enjoy cuisine to suit all preferences, from expert wine pairings to wellness-inspired specialties. More   ›
• Onboard exploration includes expert guest speakers, cooking classes, and a world of evening entertainment. More   ›
• Vista boasts a fresh perspective on design, with grand or cozy spaces for every mood. More   ›

The vacation you’ve been dreaming of

Set sail with incredible extras

With itineraries all over the world – from Canada to the Caribbean, the Baltic and beyond – Oceania Cruises offers highly personalized service on luxurious small ships with every amenity. Reserve your trip through your Virtuoso travel advisor to enjoy a $150 shipboard credit or prepaid gratuities . Even more, Oceania Cruises’ OLife Choice package includes free round-trip airfare, free airport transfers, plus your choice of free shore excursions, a beverage package, or additional shipboard credit.

• Enjoy VIP treatment on small ships that offer personalized, attentive service. More   ›
• Unwind in luxurious suites featuring marble bathrooms and sweeping ocean views. More   ›
• Find plenty of places to relax on board with a country-club casual ambience. More   ›
• Savor gourmet dining with artisanal ingredients sourced from the ports you’re visiting. More   ›

Savor the good life at sea

Sail with free prepaid gratuities

When you’re ready for gourmet tasting menus, indulgent spa treatments, and a country club casual vibe, Oceania Cruises is ready to welcome you back with voyages planned throughout 2022. From Alaska and Asia to the Mediterranean and Mexico, you’ll sail with exclusive extras like free prepaid gratuities, compliments of your Northstar Virtuoso travel advisor.

• Chart a course for fjords, flightseeing adventures, and family-style salmon feasts. More   ›
• See what makes the blue-green waters of this UNESCO-listed site so vibrant. More   ›
• Gifted chefs create culinary masterpieces made with the finest ingredients. More   ›
• Feel right at home with designer amenities, plush fabrics, and your own veranda. More   ›

There is no better time to be inspired and book your ultimate vacation. The historic price reductions offered by The Ultimate Sale provide you the opportunity to explore the world with Oceania Cruises at truly unrivaled savings.

Your next travel story starts here

Dreamy ports with privileged benefits.

Sail to dreamy destinations like Venice, Newport, Marseille, and Barcelona with all the luxuries of a private country club. Plus, receive OLife Choice benefits, from round-trip airfare and internet to your choice of free shore excursions, a complimentary beverage package, or up to $800 shipboard credit, and more. Where To Go First?

• Sip cocktails in between shore excursions on a round-trip cruise from London. More ›
• Sunbathe in Corfu during your voyage to Italy, France, Greece, and Croatia. More ›
• Unwind at your home away from home on your own private veranda. More ›
• Enjoy the personalized service and relaxed atmosphere of a small ship. More ›

The ultimate voyages just got better

Explore the extraordinary.

Step aboard the stunning ships of Oceania Cruises, where the Ultimate Sale adds unrivaled value to days spent exploring the Dalmatian Coast, island hopping through Greece, following hallowed footsteps in the Holy Land, tiptoeing through the tulips of the Netherlands, and wandering the gilded halls of Saint Petersburg. In addition to a host of inclusive amenities with the OLife Choice package and Virtuoso Voyages, enjoy a free amenity of your choice.

Santorini’s iconic blue and white landscape glows in the Mediterranean sun, day to night. More › Sometimes, the best table in the house is the one in your own suite, with a view all to yourself. More › Treat yourself to the latest styles and a bit of retail therapy in Oceania Cruises’ onboard boutiques. More › Gleaming and gilded vestiges of nobility and power trace the avenues of Saint Petersburg. More ›

Rediscover the restorative powers of the sea

Vip your voyage with prepaid gratuities or $150 credit.

On Oceania Cruises, the journey is as rewarding as the destinations. And whether you choose to explore Alaska, Greece, Italy, or the Baltic capitals, you’ll do it all with exclusive Virtuoso Voyages benefits including prepaid gratuities or $150 shipboard credit per person.

There’s something truly transformative about travel. Experiencing different cultures. Trying unique foods. And feeling the inspiration of adventures, big and small. On these voyages from Oceania Cruises, you’ll go island hopping off the coast of Croatia, wander through Italian vineyards, and trek across frozen glaciers – all with exclusive Virtuoso Voyages benefits and much-needed peace of mind.

• Glaciers to Blooms (Vancouver to Seattle)
• Alluring Adriatic (Civitavecchia to Venice)
• Baltic Marvels (Copenhagen to Stockholm)
• Gateway to Glaciers (Vancouver to Los Angeles)
• Around The Boot (Monte-Carlo to Venice)

2022-2023 TROPICS & EXOTICS ITINERARIES

Reservations open march 3, 2021.

New Tropics & Exotics voyages feature 2 for 1 Cruise Fares, Roundtrip Airfare* including Free Airport Transfers*, plus choose one Free Amenity:

on February 24, 2021 – Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announced that its 2022-2023 Tropics and Exotics Collection of voyages is available for travelers and travel advisors. Fresh on the heels of the line’s record-setting single-day sellout of its 2023 Around the World in 180 Days voyage, Oceania Cruises is opening these 127 new late-2022 and early-2023 voyages for sale on March 3, 2021.

• FREE – Up to 16 Shore Excursions
• FREE – Beverage Package
• FREE – Up to $1,600 Shipboard Credit Amenities are per stateroom

More Diverse Itineraries, More Overnights, and More Itinerary Lengths Ranging from 7 to 77 Days

From week-long winter getaways to languid, months-long sojourns, the 2022-2023 Tropics and Exotics Collection of itineraries are breathtaking in their scope, range, and diversity. Travelers can indulge in a quick escape to the Caribbean from Miami, Aruba, Barbados, or even glittering Panama City. Tahiti and the islands of French Polynesia beckon with their sultry allure while the wilds of Africa, the myriad cultures of Asia, and the experiential kaleidoscope that is Australia and New Zealand offer innumerable epic adventures. South America takes center stage this season with the juxtaposition of pulsating metropolitan cities such as Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires against the majesty of pristine Chilean fjords and the fabled Amazon River basin. New for this season, four South America voyages offer the breathtaking grandeur and unforgettable experience of three days in Antarctica. These voyages are made all the richer with overnight and multi-day stays on many itineraries.

2022-2023 Tropics & Exotics Collection Highlights

• 127 itineraries to choose from ranging from 7 to 77 days
• 272 ports of call and 284 overnight or multi-day stays
• Total of 62 extended explorations of 15 to 77 days that are perfect for long-cruise connoisseurs
• Antarctica – four voyages aboard Marina that include scenic cruising in Antarctica
• Caribbean – a diverse calendar of offerings with a great array of voyage lengths (from 7 to 77 days), a wide array of longer voyages with 12 cruises that are 15 days or more in length, and new embarkation ports beyond Miami in Bridgetown, Barbados; Panama City, Panama; and Oranjestad, Aruba 
• 22 voyages aboard Regatta and Nautica spanning the entirety of Asia and Africa ranging from 10 to 40 days 
• Three trans-Tasman Australia/New Zealand voyages aboard Regatta + six voyages that explore the South Pacific, Polynesia, and Hawaii
• Marina offers three forays into the mighty Amazon 
• Nautica reprises her perennially popular voyages to Africa, India, and the Arabian Peninsula 
• 35-day Christmas and New Year’s circumnavigation of Australia 
• Three springtime immersions into Japan, sailing roundtrip from Tokyo 
• The diversity of enriching destination experiences with our Go Local Tours, exclusive culinary-focused excursions, and overland-tours that offer access to some of the world’s most fabled historical, cultural, and archaeological sites

2023 Europe & North America Cruises

Now open for reservations.

Take advantage of even more value on Oceania’s newest collection with 2 for 1 Cruise Fares and Free Internet as well as their generous OLife Choice package that includes: New Free Airport Transfers with Free Roundtrip Airfare* and your choice of a Free Amenity.

• Up to 8 FREE Shore Excursions
• FREE Beverage Package
• Up to $800 FREE Shipboard Credit Amenities are per stateroom

THE PROMISE OF NEW ADVENTURES

One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things. Henry Miller

MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES – THE ULTIMATE SALE MAJOR PRICE REDUCTIONS plus  OLIFE CHOICE FREE ROUNDTRIP AIRFARE* plus choose one:  FREE OLIFE CHOICE* AMENITY

SOUTH PACIFIC & TAHITI CRUISES – GET CARRIED AWAY – The scenic islands of the South Pacific have captivated explorers for centuries. Here you can slow down, take a breath and surrender to the hypnotizing rhythm of waves gently lapping on the shore. This region also features destinations on several of the Hawaiian Islands, including Kauai, Oahu, Maui and the Big Island, where Volcanoes National Park offers drama and beauty in the form of lava formations and majestic waterfalls. Prepare to be dazzled.

CARIBBEAN, PANAMA CANAL & MEXICO CRUISES – BLISSFUL ESCAPES & SUN-KISSED BEACHES – Oceania’s Caribbean voyages invite you to discover the uncommon Caribbean, charting the lesser-known coastlines and bringing you to more boutique ports and off-the-beaten-path destinations. Whether you want to soak up the sun and azure seas, delve into the island culture or head into tropical rainforests for adrenaline-pumping adventures, Oceania’s Caribbean cruises from Miami will inspire you to find your perfect tropical getaway.

Alaska Special Family Offer – For guests who travel with children, our Alaska Explorer Youth Program offers the opportunity for everyone to experience the excitement of exploring the Northwest Coast and Alaska in a meaningful and enriching way.

Our Island-Hopping, Insider’s Guide to the Caribbean has information about what to do (and where to stay) on nine of our favorite islands.

OLife Choice

Now with OLife Choice*, enjoy FREE Unlimited Internet PLUS select one from a choice of generous amenities: FREE Shore Excursions, FREE House Beverage Package or a Shipboard Credit.

Premium Economy Air Upgrade

Take advantage of our Premium Economy Air Upgrade * starting at $149 and enjoy a wealth of amenities to make your air travel experience more comfortable.

Alaska Special Family Offer

For guests who travel with children, our Alaska Explorer Youth Program offers the opportunity for everyone to experience the excitement of exploring the Northwest Coast and Alaska in a meaningful and enriching way.

Reduced Single Supplement

Oceania Cruises offers select sailings on which single guests pay a lower additional fare as compared to standard single supplement fares. Standard single supplements are normally 100% above the advertised per person double occupancy cruise fare. However, certain cruises feature special reduced single supplements in select suite categories.

2022 Around The World Cruise

2 for 1 cruise fares, first class roundtrip airfare*, and our olife choice.

Reserve the 2022 World Cruise and enjoy 2 for 1 Cruise Fares, First Class Roundtrip Airfare*, and our OLife Choice package that includes up to $7,000 in Shipboard Credit, up to 70 Shore Excursions or a Free Beverage Package. Your Around the World Journey also includes:

• Free Pre-Paid Gratuities – a value up to $9,000
• Free Onboard Medical Care*
• Free Internet
• Free Laundry Services
• Free Exclusive Shoreside Events
• Free Visa Package
• Free Luggage Delivery
• Free 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Stay
• Free Roundtrip Transfers

This is an amazing time for you to book your very next ultimate vacation. The historic price reductions offered by The Ultimate Sale provides our valued clients the exclusive opportunity to explore the world at truly unrivaled savings.

Marina Riviera Sirena Nautica Regatta Insignia

• OLife Choice More Details » Now with experience OLife™ Choice*, enjoy FREE Unlimited Internet PLUS select one from a choice of generous amenities: FREE Shore Excursions, FREE House Beverage Package or a Shipboard Credit.
• Premium Economy Air Upgrade More Details » Take advantage of Oceania’s Premium Economy Air Upgrade* starting at $149 and enjoy a wealth of amenities to make your air travel experience more comfortable.
• Alaska Special Family Offer More Details » For guests who travel with children, Oceania’s Alaska Explorer Youth Program offers the opportunity for everyone to experience the excitement of exploring the Northwest Coast and Alaska in a meaningful and enriching way.
• Single Supplement More Details » Oceania Cruises offers select sailings on which single guests pay a lower additional fare as compared to standard single supplement fares.

Oceania Club

Oceania club amenities.

• Rewarding Membership Privileges
• Onboard Benefits
• Exclusive Offers

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Oceania OLife Ultimate Sale is on Now

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OLife Ulimate- Worth It?

By marion10 , April 18, 2023 in Oceania Cruises

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We just booked Legendary Pathways departing October 21, 2023 and I bought the O Life Ultimate Package and a Concierge Veranda. Ultimate was airfare, transfers, 6 shore excursions. beverage package and 600 shipboard credit. Oceania rep called me and wanted to talk me imto current promotion where I only pick one of the "perks"- beverage, 600 credit or shore excursions.  Difference would be $2000 a person cheaper. Said that beverage pacakge was just beer and wine and not mixed drinks. Is it worth it to go with the cheaper package?

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7 minutes ago, marion10 said: We just booked Legendary Pathways departing October 21, 2023 and I bought the O Life Ultimate Package and a Concierge Veranda. Ultimate was airfare, transfers, 6 shore excursions. beverage package and 600 shipboard credit. Oceania rep called me and wanted to talk me imto current promotion where I only pick one of the "perks"- beverage, 600 credit or shore excursions.  Difference would be $2000 a person cheaper. Said that beverage pacakge was just beer and wine and not mixed drinks. Is it worth it to go with the cheaper package?

Did you book a cruise on the Extraordinary Savings Sale list or on the Ultimate O Life list?

The savings on the former is cash in your pocket while the savings on the latter is non-refundable stuff.

Only you can tell if your projected use of the non-refundable stuff would have more than $2000 cash value.

Do the math.

I just went through something similar and for us it made much more sense to go with OLife Choice and the $600 OBC.   

- The OLife drinks package is just Beer and Wine but also only at lunch and dinner. I drink spirits and always after dinner, so I would have to

upgrade at $30 per day to the full package.   

- My wife doesn’t drink so there would be no value in the included drinks on her side.

- Our itinerary stops are mostly just self explore type destinations. I priced up some independent tours and it ultimately works out better.   

Olife Ultimate would have been $2,400 more however I would have needed pay an additional $360 for the drinks upgrade. Taking the Choice option with $600 OBC just leaves us with $840 additional for the Prestige drinks package for one. In theory $1,560 cash saving for tours which we won’t come near to spending. 

Thanks all.

36 minutes ago, Robson1 said: I just went through something similar and for us it made much more sense to go with OLife Choice and the $600 OBC.    - The OLife drinks package is just Beer and Wine but also only at lunch and dinner. I drink spirits and always after dinner, so I would have to upgrade at $30 per day to the full package.    - My wife doesn’t drink so there would be no value in the included drinks on her side.   - Our itinerary stops are mostly just self explore type destinations. I priced up some independent tours and it ultimately works out better.    Olife Ultimate would have been $2,400 more however I would have needed pay an additional $360 for the drinks upgrade. Taking the Choice option with $600 OBC just leaves us with $840 additional for the Prestige drinks package for one. In theory $1,560 cash saving for tours which we won’t come near to spending. 

Actually you would have been better off just with cruise only. The OBC option is a dollar for dollar trade of real money for non refundable OBC. I don't know if you're getting air or not, but the air is not tied to getting Olife. This is part of the confusion on Oceania's marketing. 

1 hour ago, marion10 said: We just booked Legendary Pathways departing October 21, 2023 and I bought the O Life Ultimate Package and a Concierge Veranda. Ultimate was airfare, transfers, 6 shore excursions. beverage package and 600 shipboard credit. Oceania rep called me and wanted to talk me imto current promotion where I only pick one of the "perks"- beverage, 600 credit or shore excursions.  Difference would be $2000 a person cheaper. Said that beverage pacakge was just beer and wine and not mixed drinks. Is it worth it to go with the cheaper package?

Does your $2000 a person cheaper still include air and transfers? And yes, the beverage package is just beer and wine with lunch and dinner, or when ordering room service. 

1 minute ago, ORV said: Actually you would have been better off just with cruise only. The OBC option is a dollar for dollar trade of real money for non refundable OBC. I don't know if you're getting air or not, but the air is not tied to getting Olife. This is part of the confusion on Oceania's marketing. 

There is one very rare occasion when the O Life SBC has some minimal value (though it is always dollar for dollar with what you paid for it in the fare. And that occasion would be when it’s a better value to use the tours “passport collection” rather than the YWYW package as an add on to the O Life tours option.

@Flatbush Flyer  

No air and the OLife choice was part of the extraordinary savings deal, so there was no cheaper cruise only deal.   

The $600 is getting spent on board one way or another with the drinks package and gratuities still owed. 

2 hours ago, Robson1 said: Taking the Choice option with $600 OBC just leaves us with $840 additional for the Prestige drinks package for one. In theory $1,560 cash saving for tours which we won’t come near to spending. 

You are paying for the non refundable OBC  you could just skip the  O Life perk & pay as you drink or buy the Prestige package

Do the math  & see what works for you

Can someone clarify.  I thought the OLife ultimate was all three free instead of just one.  Is there a price difference? If so why?  If so I'll have to go back and check the cruise I just booked.  Perhaps the latest current promotion dropped the two extra perks and reduced the fare.  If so I guess I need to revisit my booking.

46 minutes ago, LHT28 said: You are paying for the non refundable OBC  you could just skip the  O Life perk & pay as you drink or buy the Prestige package Do the math  & see what works for you

I am buying the prestige package.  

Olife Choice was an included perk so there is no further cash discount by not taking it. Even if they did give $600 off the cruise I’m going to be paying that straight back to them and more with the gratuities and prestige package so it being non refundable doesn’t matter.   

1 hour ago, davencl said: Can someone clarify.  I thought the OLife ultimate was all three free instead of just one.  Is there a price difference? If so why?  If so I'll have to go back and check the cruise I just booked.  Perhaps the latest current promotion dropped the two extra perks and reduced the fare.  If so I guess I need to revisit my booking.

When it’s available, Ultimate is all 3 perks for the same prices as regular O Life (one perk). But, there are occasions when you can’t “double dip” (e.g., BoB discount plus Ultimate O Life, etc).

13 minutes ago, Flatbush Flyer said: When it’s available, Ultimate is all 3 perks for the same prices as regular O Life (one perk). But, there are occasions when you can’t “double dip” (e.g., BoB discount plus Ultimate O Life, etc).

Thanks I thought I missed something when the OP said they saved $2000 by not booking O Life ultimate.   Yes I couldn't combine BoB but I saved more with O Life Ultimate as we'll use the excursion credits and $800 OBC.   The drinks at dinner and lunch are a minor add for us.

14 hours ago, marion10 said: We just booked Legendary Pathways departing October 21, 2023 and I bought the O Life Ultimate Package and a Concierge Veranda. ...

Per the O Extraordinary Savings Sale , you can book a Veranda cabin for that cruise for just $1799 PP. That is a HUGE real $ saving off the price. All that OLife material is just pennies on the dollar. Since YOU can bring your own alcohol on board, book your own excursions and do your own airfare. BUT only you know what math works for you.

The ESS worked perfectly for us, so I used it for both our Adriatic & Aegean Wonders and Italian Artistry  & Turkish Icons cruises on  Riviera (10/30-11/19). On the former, went from an inside F to an A3 for essentially the same price ($1899 PP) since it includes $300 SBC which will pay my gratuities.

11 hours ago, Robson1 said: I am buying the prestige package.   Olife Choice was an included perk so there is no further cash discount by not taking it. Even if they did give $600 off the cruise I’m going to be paying that straight back to them and more with the gratuities and prestige package so it being non refundable doesn’t matter.   

See the attached pic of two example voyages (in the “extra…..” brochure - one without the “extra…” and one with the “extra…..” For both, you can do “cruise only” at a lower price.  

And note that, with the “extra…..”  one (on the right), “O Life” gets you only $600/cabin SBC while “cruise only” gets you a cheaper price that is $800 pp lower (i.e., $1000 net savings/cabin).

“Cruise only” bottom line is an extra $400 purchasing power on board or $ back in your pocket.

Always do the math.

We had a cruise already booked when the Ultimate OLife offer was announced.  The difference in the fare was $600 but added $800 in OBC.  No brainer for me, our TA had the Ultimate package added with no other changes to our original booking.  It all depends on each individual situation.

Well all of this is clear as mud to someone just now considering Oceania Cruises for the first time.  If is a first time for me as well however I studied O a few years ago, booked it and it got cancelled due to Covid.  I am back booked for November 2023.  

When I tell everyone on this blog that O is kind of confusing to new folks like myself, I am really not kidding.  Yet it would be of great value to new bookings and new O guests to read and learn as much as possible on the different plans.  I am by no means an expert on O.  I do like to know what I am buying and if their is a way to make the entire situation less of an investment without taking away value.

• OLife: This was my first lesson.  Choose one of three perks.  Were every other cruise brand I have used provided a full adult drink package, O was beer/wine at lunch/dinner.  Some of the blogs on this were pro/con like everything else on a cruise.  The debate of which perk was the best value were all fun to read.  My decision was $600.00 of onboard credit which I used pre-cruise to purchase the full Adult Drink package called the Prestige Drink Package which was $600 per guest, spirits, wine and beer when ever a bar/restaurant was open.  It also gave discounts on some of the unique dinning opportunities. I paid another $600 for the second guest.  Was this a deal or a value, not really.  About a wash.
• OLife Ultimate:  I was literally upset when I say this on my cruise, until I went back to the fare I got originally and realized my initial fare was fair less.  In doing a math competition, it seems adding the other two perks, raised the fare about what you would expect.  All that went through my mind was, the Marketing Department strikes again.
• O Air:  Oh boy was this one debated on this and other social media site.  There are advocates to both.  There are some contributors on this blog for O that are literal experts. I am not.  I am just old and set in my ways.  I thought I knew lots about airfare until I met the experts.  What I did know was to do my best to book my flights directly with the air brand, fully refundable if possible, as early as possible to get the best itinerary and price.  If the fare went down, cancel and rebook since it was fully refundable.  Kind of like with fully refundable cares fare deposits.  For me, not everyone, my strategy worked very well.  By booking directly with the Air Brand, my Cruise Fare was $1,000.00 less per guest which was very close to what I paid.
• Cruise Only:  Oh boy was this confusing at first.  In my past, cruise only simply meant no air.  With Oceania it meant no OLife and no Air.  I figured it out simply by doing the math.  One perk was worth about $600.  The air credit was $1000.  Take those off and my fare was that much less.  Many say this is the way to go for them.  That is cool.  However just knowing how it seems to work is enough for most of us newbies to make a decent business decision.  
• Extraordinary Saving Sale: I again did the math however it seems that the PH3 I choose really was not an Extraordinary Saving for my situation.  The lower categories seems to be a very good deal for some.  O marketing needed to sell more cabins and did so by making the lower categories very attractive.  Since everyone when they leave their stateroom are treated the same on an O voyage, if I was booking again, I would definitely consider this.  
• Four Category Upgrades: The labor day sale was a four category upgrade.  That is when I booked.  Since then all kinds of marketing and promotion has happened including price increases.  When I do the math, I look at my category of PH3 and see where we would be for each promotion. Your situation may differ. 

Now this is my experience currently.  As I stated, it was a bit confusing at first.  I kept asking the previous O guest questions to get to this point.  I hope my experience thought this learning curve helps some. 

Cruise well and enjoy every moment. 

Thanks however that isn't my cruise or pricing. The price from one agent quoting without OLife in the promo was $600 cheaper, so no difference. Notice the fine print in the image states that the Cruise Only fair 'does not include airfare' which suggests the other prices do and explains the ' $80 0 pp' difference. We had the air credit applied to the price as we don't need it, so we are paying cruise-only price + Olife Choice of AMENITIES (not flights) as a perk. Automatic gratuities are going to be $432 and drinks will $840, so the $600 OBC being non-refundable really doesn't matter, its very literally already gone.

44 minutes ago, Flatbush Flyer said: Wrong. See the attached pic of two example voyages (in the “extra…..” brochure - one without the “extra…” and one with the “extra…..” For both, you can do “cruise only” at a lower price.   And note that, with the “extra…..”  one (on the right), “O Life” gets you only $600/cabin SBC while “cruise only” gets you a cheaper price that is $800 pp lower (i.e., $1000 net savings/cabin). “Cruise only” bottom line is an extra $400 purchasing power on board or $ back in your pocket. Always do the math.

3 minutes ago, Robson1 said: Thanks however that isn't my cruise or pricing. The price from one agent quoting without OLife in the promo was $600 cheaper, so no difference. Notice the fine print in the image states that the Cruise Only fair 'does not include airfare' which suggests the other prices do and explains the ' $80 0 pp' difference. We had the air credit applied to the price as we don't need it, so we are paying cruise-only price + Olife Choice of AMENITIES (not flights) as a perk. Automatic gratuities are going to be $432 and drinks will $840, so the $600 OBC being non-refundable really doesn't matter, its very literally already gone.

Excellent point! I hadn’t thought about the air since we would never use O air - particularly for bizclass.

Enjoy your cruise!

Hello Marion.

Its a great offer indeed

AMHuntFerry

21 hours ago, marion10 said: We just booked Legendary Pathways departing October 21, 2023 and I bought the O Life Ultimate Package and a Concierge Veranda. Ultimate was airfare, transfers, 6 shore excursions. beverage package and 600 shipboard credit. Oceania rep called me and wanted to talk me imto current promotion where I only pick one of the "perks"- beverage, 600 credit or shore excursions.  Difference would be $2000 a person cheaper. Said that beverage pacakge was just beer and wine and not mixed drinks. Is it worth it to go with the cheaper package?

Did you get your answer?

I would take the $4000/cabin discount which let's you choose how it's spent. If you want the OLife shorex or drink package, go ahead and add regular OLife. That's me though.

Here are the numbers to run for Ultimate O-Life...OLife shorex can get you shorex up to ~$200, but the $199 shorex are not common and they need to be something you actually want to do, so let's call that a $170/shorex value (6*$170=$1020); House drink package gets you wine and beer with lunch and dinner worth $40/person/day (11*$80=$880); You are paying $600 for Ultimate (or regular) OLife so the OBC is a wash. With Ultimate Olife you get added value (assuming these are things you'd buy anyway) of $1020+$880 = $1900/cabin...HALF of the $4000 savings. I would take that $4000. You can use it to buy regular Olife (and choose shorex or House drink package), or you can purchase higher cost shorex using the YWC 25% discount if you buy the minimum number (likely 4or5 per person for this itinerary...it's in your shorex pdf info), or purchase the higher-level drink package (or upgrade if you choose OLife drink pkg), or buy things not related to O....etc.

Hope this gets you started on doing the math 🙂 Someone please check mine.

We went with whatever the sale thing is with airfare and one choice. I picked the excursions- but might change that to OBC. Will spend $199 to pick our own flights- now just decking how long we want to stay pre and post cruise. 

14 minutes ago, marion10 said: We went with whatever the sale thing is with airfare and one choice. I picked the excursions- but might change that to OBC. Will spend $199 to pick our own flights- now just decking how long we want to stay pre and post cruise. 

The shorex choice is "worth more" but only if you want to take the shorex that qualify for OLife. Use my "N/A in the Ultimate column" rule of thumb to browse online...if you find 3 per person that you like and they total more than $300/person, then shorex is a better fiscal choice. The shorex pdf may have additional shorex not showing online (I've never experienced this, but FlatbushFlyer has and only fools argue with FF 😉 ).

 marion10:  Do you know that Oceania now allows three days at the front or back end of your cruise when using their air, not including the day you leave, without paying the air deviation fee of $199.  Keep in mind though, you do have to accept what they offer if you are not paying the deviation fee. 

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Oceania extends olife promotion.

Oceania Cruises has extended its OLife Ultimate promotion to selected 2018 and 2019 sailings.

It applies to 17 departures including to the South Pacific Islands, the Caribbean and a range of Asian ports.

The full list of cruises can be found at  www.oceaniacruises.com/special-offers .

OLife Ultimate gives guests a number of free amenities to enjoy on Oceania Cruises’ Regatta, Insignia, Nautica, Marina and Riviera ships.

It includes eight free shore excursions and  unlimited internet, while the  house beverage package includes free and unlimited champagne, and wine and beer with lunch and dinner.

Guests can also benefit from $800 shipboard credit, which can be spent in any of the facilities on board.

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Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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9 Things to See in Moscow's Red Square

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In most cases, you'll be entering Red Square from the north, passing landmarks such as the Bolshoi Theatre and Duma parliament building as you make your way southward. Although you don't necessarily have to pass through the Voskresensky (or Resurrection in English) Gates in order to gain access to the square these days, they definitely provide a sense of arrival, to say nothing of the way their left arch frame's St. Basil's Cathedral if you look from just the right angle.

An interesting fact is that while a gate of some kind has stood here since the mid-16th century, the one you currently see wasn't built until 1994, having been destroyed in 1931 so that tanks could enter and exit Red Square during military parades.

St. Basil's Cathedral

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Few sights are as iconic not only of Moscow and Red Square but indeed of Russia than St. Basil's Cathedral, whose colorful, onion-shaped domes are a symbol of the country around the world. Officially known as the Cathedral of Vasily the Blessed, this church has stood since 1561, which is quite miraculous when you consider all the turbulent history that has transpired since then.

Among other things, religion was severely prohibited during the Soviet period , which led some to believe that this emblem of the Russian Orthodox church might not withstand the tenure of the USSR. 

An interesting fact is that St. Basil's is the so-called "Kilometer Zero" of Russia; all of Moscow's main roads (which can take you anywhere in Russia) begin at the exits to Red Square. In this way, St. Basil's iconic status also has an extremely tangible element.

The Kremlin

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When you think of The Kremlin, it's unlikely that positive images enter your mind. The fact that simply saying the word "Kremlin" is too vague a descriptor (most Russian cities have their own Kremlin complexes; you should say "Moscow Kremlin") notwithstanding, this misunderstood place is incredibly beautiful, even if you don't like the policy that comes out of it.

Senate Square

In spite of its name, which refers to the role the building that rises above the square played during Imperial Russia, Senate Square is actually home to Russia's presidential administration, currently helmed by Vladimir Putin. In order to see where Russia's legislature operates from, walk just outside Red Square to the Duma parliament building.

Dormition Cathedral

Dating back to the year 1479, the gold-domed Dormition Cathedral pays homage to an Orthodox religious feast that commemorates the death of the Virgin Mary . As is the case with St. Basil's, it is curious that such a conspicuously religious structure was able to survive through the Soviet period.

Armoury Chamber

Though it takes its name from the fact that it housed Russia's royal arsenal when it was built in the 16th century, the most notable resident of the Kremlin's Armoury Chamber today is the Russian Diamond Fund.

Notable Kremlin Towers

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The interior of the Moscow Kremlin is more beautiful and inviting than you'd expect, but the walls and towers that rise around it better live up to the intimidation with which the complex is associated. 

Borovitskaya Tower

Named to commemorate the dense forest that once stood atop the mount where it's built, this tower is extremely picturesque. Built in the late 15th century, it's visible from most places in the square, and also as you walk along the Moskva River.

Nikolskaya Tower

Also built in the year 1491, this tower currently suffered destruction at the hands of Napoleon's army in the 19th century. What you see now is the result of an 1816 re-design and renovation, though artillery fire during the Russian Revolution also caused superficial damage to the tower, named to honor St. Nikolas of Mozhaysk , so it's difficult to know which elements of it are original.

Spasskaya Tower

Known in English as the "Savior's Tower," this iconic, star-topped tower is perhaps the best-known of all the Kremlin's towers. Built in 1491 like the other two towers on this list, it's certainly the most photographed. As a result of its proximity to St. Basil's, it often makes its way into tourists' pictures.

Mausoleum of Lenin

Just as it's strange to learn how many religious monuments survived through the Soviet period, it's a bit odd to think that Lenin's preserved body still sits in a mausoleum just beneath the walls of the Kremlin on Red Square, given the lack of consensus about the ultimate impact of his Revolution, even in Russia.

It's not guaranteed that you'll be able to see the body (which, believe it or not, seems to be improving with age ) when you go, and if you do you will likely have to wait in line, but even strolling past the outside of the Lenin Mausoleum, flanked by stone-faced guards that almost look like statues, illuminates the gravity of his body still being here.

GUM Shopping Center

You might cringe, at least initially, when you realize that one of the most iconic stops on a tour of Red Square is a department store—until you see said department store, that is. Built in 1893 and known during Soviet times as the State Department Store, GUM  ( Glávnyj Universáľnyj Magazín​ or Main Universal Store in English) hearkens back to the grandeur of the late 19th century, both seen from the outside (especially, when lit up at night) and the interior, which might have you feeling like you're further west in Europe.

A trip inside GUM is a particularly good idea during winter, when frigid temperatures outside will have you savoring the heat, the quality of souvenirs, confections and other goods sold inside notwithstanding. Also, make sure not to confuse GUM with CDM, which sits near the Bolshoi Theatre, even though both are stunning and iconic in their own right.

State Historical Museum

The Russian State Historical Museum is located near Voskresensky Gates, though you should wait until after you've seen the first few attractions of Red Square and the Kremlin to head back there and go inside. To be sure, as you pass by its facade (whose late-19th century grandeur somewhat obscures that fact that it's currently a museum accessible to the public) you might not even think to try and gain entry.

Once inside the museum, you can plan to spend at least a couple of hours, given that artifacts here date back to the very beginning of the Russian state in the ninth century. As is the case with GUM, this will be a particularly alluring prospect if you visit in winter, when Moscow is arguably at its most beautiful, but certainly at its least tolerable. 

Minin-Pozharsky Monument

It's somewhat easy to disregard this monument, which pays homage to the two Russian princes who ended the so-called "Time of Troubles" in the mid-16th century, during which Polish-Lithuanian forces occupied Russia, among other awful things including a famine. That's because the statue currently sits just at the base of St. Basil's Cathedral, which makes it very difficult to photograph or even see without being overwhelmed by that much more famous edifice.

Though the statue originally sat at the very center of Red Square, it came to be an obstacle to the movement of tanks during the Soviet period, much like the Voskresensky Gates. As a result, authorities moved it during that time, and it's stayed where you currently find it ever since.

Kazan Cathedral

Taken by itself, the smokey-pink Kazan Cathedral is an architectural marvel; originally built in the 17th century, the church you find here today, located just north of the GUM department store, dates back only to 1993.

Unfortunately, since it sits not only in the shadow of GUM, but also in the shadow St. Basil's and the Towers of the Kremlin, it's easy to miss entirely if you aren't looking. As a result, you might wait until you've seen just about everything else in Red Square before coming here to take photos, and to appreciate the understated beauty of this oft-overlooked cathedral.

Moskva River

As you head south from St. Basil's Cathedral to exit Red Square, make sure to walk onto Bolshoy Moskvoretskiy Bridge, which crosses the Moskva River. If you look due north, you can get an excellent shot of the church framed, on the left, by the towers of the Kremlin. Directing your gaze a bit to the west allows you to see the skyscrapers of Moscow City as they rise above the Kremlin's walls.

Walking westward along the riverbank is also a worthwhile excursion, for the views it provides of Red Square and the Kremlin, as well as the fact that doing so takes you to other iconic Moscow attractions, including Gorky Park and the Pushkin Museum. The views you enjoy from the river and the bridge are particularly stunning at night, though you should make sure you bring a tripod if you want to get a clear picture, given how strong winds over and near the river can be.

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