Oceania Cruises has announced its 2027 Specialty Cruises, bringing together destination-rich itineraries and hosted experiences where cuisine, culture and personal connection take center stage.

The line’s 2027 Specialty Cruises offer guests opportunities to engage with guest hosts and celebrated experts while exploring some of the world’s most evocative regions, the company said.

“Our 2027 Specialty Cruises represent the pairing of port-rich itineraries with hosts who bring true depth, access and perspective,” said Jason Montague, chief luxury officer of Oceania Cruises.

Select voyages will be hosted by celebrated culinary icons and television personalities, Oceania said in a press release. Select sailings will also feature travel experts who provide insights on distinctive Mediterranean ports.

2027 cruise highlights include the following (Featured hosts and special guests are planned to participate in these specialty sailings; however, appearances and programming are subject to change):

Culinary Luminaries Specialty Cruise

• 13 days from Athens to Rome, departing June 2, 2027, aboard the Oceania Vista
• Guests will enjoy culinary demonstrations with Executive Culinary Directors Chef Alexis Quaretti and Chef Eric Barale.

 

Sara Moulton Specialty Cruise:

• 14 days roundtrip London, departing June 8, 2027, aboard the Oceania Marina
• Guests will sail the Baltic region with Sara Moulton, renowned chef, author and television personality and can look forward to specially crafted menus, culinary demonstrations, exclusive events and a gala brunch.

 

Claudine Pépin Specialty Cruise:

• 11 days roundtrip Tokyo, departing September 30, 2027, aboard the Oceania Riviera
• Guests will discover the heritage and culinary traditions of Japan alongside Claudine Pépin, president of the Jacques Pépin Foundation and godmother of the Oceania Sirena, who will join on select shore excursions and offer opportunities to connect Japan’s cultural traditions with its culinary landscape.

 

Samantha Brown Specialty Cruise

• 10 days from Trieste to Barcelona, departing November 7, 2027, aboard the Oceania Allura
• The cruise will be hosted by travel expert and television personality Samantha Brown in the Mediterranean. Designed for curious travelers, this specialty cruise is framed by the beauty of the Adriatic and Western Mediterranean.

 

Reunion Cruise

• 12 days from Trieste to Athens, departing December 6, 2027, aboard the Oceania Aurelia
• Guests on this end-of-year sailing will offer a festive celebration of travel, cuisine and shared experiences. Joining guests are Jason Montague, chief luxury officer, and Neli Arias, head of the Oceania Club, as they explore the treasures of the Mediterranean.

 

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