Oceania Allura, a 1,200-guest luxury vessel built at the renowned Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa, marks the second addition to Oceania’s Allura Class, following the acclaimed launch of her sister ship, Oceania Vista, in May 2023. At 246 m long and more than 67,800 gross tons, Allura sets a new benchmark in boutique cruising, boasting the most spacious standard staterooms at sea, all exceeding 290 ft², and a proximity to service unmatched in the industry: two crew members for every three guests, and a chef dedicated to just eight guests.
Central to the Oceania ethos, “Finest Cuisine at Sea”, Allura introduces several firsts and fresh culinary concepts. The ship debuts a dedicated Crêperie, offering handcrafted French crêpes, Belgian waffles, and Italian-style ice cream sundaes, a brand-first on the seas. The signature French restaurant, Jacques, named after legendary chef Jacques Pépin, returns in a refined iteration, offering updated classics such as duck à l’orange and theatrical table-side preparations of hand-cut beef tartare.
Allura’s culinary voyage continues at Red Ginger, where a new Nikkei menu fuses Japanese and Peruvian artistry. Highlights include vibrant tuna ceviche marinated in leche de tigre, slow-braised short ribs paired with lomo saltado, miso-infused sweet potato mousseline, and crispy soft-shell crab bao buns. Meanwhile, its Grand Dining Room showcases over 270 brand-new recipes, from breakfast innovations like smoked salmon eggs Benedict to signature brunch options, crafted under the watchful eye of Master Chefs of France Alexis Quaretti and Eric Barale.
Beyond gastronomy, Allura elevates the onboard epicurean experience with a newly launched Gerard Bertrand Wine Pairing Luncheon. This sommelier-led tasting menu perfectly matches celebrated French vintages with thoughtfully chosen dishes that bring out each wine’s character
Looking ahead, Oceania Cruises announced plans for two Sonata-class ships, Oceania Sonata ™ arriving in summer 2027 and Oceania Arietta™ in 2029, expanding further with confirmed orders for sister vessels in 2032 and 2035. This ambitious fleet expansion underscores the brand’s enduring alliance with Fincantieri and its bold vision for the future of small-ship luxury cruising.
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SOURCES: NCLH
