Oceania Cruises’ ship Marina is again in service after present process a big renovation. The 1,250-guest ship now options three new eating choices: Aquamar Kitchen, a brand new al fresco Pizzeria, and a poolside ice cream parlor.
It’s the most recent vessel within the Oceania Cruises fleet to be refurbished, which means the road now boasts eight new or better-than-new ships. Its eighth ship, Allura, is about to sail in July 2025.
“Marina is the first – the original – ship designed by foodies, built by foodies, for foodies,” mentioned 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’s newly appointed Govt Culinary Administrators, Cooks Alexis Quaretti and Eric Barale, and their gifted group are taking a recent take a look at menus throughout all venues on all ships.
“The introduction of these three wonderful culinary venues on board Marina is just the start of an exciting new taste journey for Oceania Cruises,” mentioned Chef Alex. “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.”
New Eating places on Oceania Cruises Marina
Aquamar Kitchen, a brand new signature restaurant that debuted on Vista, presents wellness-inspired menus certain to fulfill even probably the most discerning palate. At breakfast, the smoothies, cold-pressed juices and vitality bowls shine. Throughout lunchtime, friends can get pleasure from avocado toast alternatives and globally-inspired salads and wraps. Heartier choices embrace an Unimaginable burger, yellowfin tuna tacos, and a crunchy rooster sandwich amongst a number of others.
The beverage menu incorporates a number of premium non-alcoholic wines, Pierre Zero from France, in addition to a refreshing assortment of mocktails crafted with Lyre’s non-alcoholic spirits. Aquamar Kitchen is open for breakfast and lunch and doesn’t require reservations, and — as with all different onboard eating places — is complimentary for friends.
Within the night, Waves Grill transforms into an al fresco Pizzeria that includes recent pizzas, grilled Italian specialties, salads, rosemary focaccia with burrata and desserts together with a Nutella pizza.
An all-day ice cream parlor has been added to the pool deck. The brand new addition is stuffed with favourite flavors together with choices from artisan ice cream firm Humphry Slocombe, plus milkshakes and smoothies.
Refreshed Areas on Oceania Cruises Marina
The 124 Penthouse Suites on board have a whole refresh, with custom-crafted furnishings in addition to new closets and cabinetry to extend visitor cupboard space. There’s additionally new carpets and fabric, up to date fashionable lighting, and considerate particulars equivalent to extra shops and USB ports. Every Penthouse Suite additionally has a smooth restyled lavatory with distinctive Italian marble all through, ample drawer area, and beneficiant outsized showers.
Favourite public areas together with Martinis, Horizons, The Grand Eating Room, and the Library have been up to date with new carpets and refreshed upholstery. Specialty steakhouse Polo Grill boasts a recent new look with new carpeting, trendy window remedies, and smooth pillowed-leather eating chairs.
As a result of addition of Aquamar Kitchen, Oceania Cruises’ signature pairing dinners featured in La Reserve will now be showcased in Privée, Marina‘s glamorous and unique non-public eating venue.
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