These days you can take cruises these that offer just about any theme including music concerts, wine tasting, Zumba classes, chocolate cruises, wellness cruises and more. Oceania Cruises just announced that for the first time, they will offer 10 Themed voyages in 2012. Guests will enjoy seminars, hands-on classes, concerts, wine tastings and more. Depending on the voyage, Chef Jacques Pépin, up-and-coming jazz musicians, and noted editors will be special guests.
Jacques Pépin Cruise
Master Chef Jacques Pépin has served as Oceania Cruises’ executive culinary director for eight years. On this sailing, he’ll be sure to hold court in Jacques – his first namesake restaurant – as well as in the Bon Appétit Culinary Center leading Q&A sessions, cooking demonstrations and signing books.
- Oceania Marina 2012 sailing “Tuscan Artistry” – May 12, 2012; 10 days, Barcelona-Rome
Spring Music Fest
A broad range of jazz styles will be featured. Six guest musicians, including four headliners, will perform individual main stage shows in addition to more casual jam sessions. There will also be special dance sets and dance instructors.
- Oceania Nautica 2012 sailing “Mediterranean Tapestry” – May 14, 2012; 10 days, Athens-Barcelona
Oceania Club Reunion Cruise – two sailings
Oceania Cruises loyal past passengers are the guests of honor for two special reunion cruises, which include memorable surprises both onboard and ashore.
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- Oceania Riviera 2012 sailing: “Iberian Odyssey” – June 17, 2012; 10 days, Lisbon-Rome
- Oceania Regatta 2012 sailing: “Radiant Rhythms” – March 6, 2013; 12 days, Buenos Aires-Rio de Janeiro
Italian Wine Immersion Cruise
Highlights include lectures, tastings and special Wine Bars, where guest experts and special musical performers will create the perfect vibe to explore and experience great wines.
- Oceania Regatta 2012 sailing:: “Italian Interludes” – July 27, 2012; 12 days, Rome-Venice
Vitality & Wellness Cruise – two sailings
In addition to healthy eating and fitness tips, guests will gain insights on enhancing their mental wellness to live life to the fullest. Spinning, yoga and Pilates classes are also offered at the Canyon Ranch SpaClub and gourmet Canyon Ranch spa cuisine is available.
- Oceania Regatta 2012 sailing: “Pearls of the Aegean” – August 8, 2012; 10 days, Venice-Athens
- Oceania Riviera 2012 sailing: “Accent on Italy” – October 24, 2012; 10 days, Rome-Venice
Bon Appétit Wine & Food Festival – two sailings
Epicureans rejoice! The experts at Bon Appétit magazine are assembling culinary stars and wine experts or editors for a palate-pleasing voyage.
- Oceania Riviera 2012 sailing: “Enchanted Grandeur” – October 14, 2012; 10 days, Athens-Rome
- Oceania Marina 2012 sailing: “Temples & Palaces” – October 22, 2012; 10 days, Athens-Istanbul
President’s Cruise
Oceania Cruises President Bruce Himelstein and his wife Brigitte will host a 10-day voyage through Southern Europe. Special highlights are in store, both aboard ship and ashore.
- Oceania Nautica 2012 sailing”Mediterranean Tapestry” – October 26, 2012; 10 days, Barcelona-Athens
