Travel professionals and media partners gathered for a gourmet Mediterranean lunch at Sydney’s Alpha restaurant on Wednesday 27 September to hear the latest updates from Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Allura. Hosted by Jason Worth, Vice President of International Sales of Oceania Cruises, the lunch was preceded by a culinary demonstration presented by Australian food expert, Lyndey Milan, and Alpha head chef Peter Conistis. Lyndey spoke of the Culinary Centre onboard Allura’s sister ship, Vista, and praised the gourmet experiences curated by Oceania Cruises – a promise of greater things yet to come on board Allura. A tasting menu influenced by Oceania Cruises’ Finest Cuisine at Sea concept followed.Subscribe to LATTE Cruise’s free eNewsletter to keep up to date with everything in the luxury cruise space.
Debuting in winter 2025, Allura is the eighth ship to join Oceania Cruises’ award-winning fleet and voyages are now open for reservations. The inaugural season has 26 sailings across 92 destinations, with journeys ranging from seven to 34 days.
The maiden voyage is a seven-day journey from Athens to Istanbul departing on 8 June 2025. Allura will journey to some of the most intriguing and inspiring destinations in her opening European season with calls at iconic cities and lesser-known gems such as Cádiz, Cagliari, Messina, Palma de Mallorca, Palermo and Cinque Terre and will feature overnight stays in Istanbul, Monte Carlo, Quebec City, Montreal and New York. Following the Mediterranean season, Allura will sail to Canada and New England for an extended season in North America before premiering in the Caribbean.
Highlights of Allura
A new onboard crêperie serving freshly made crêpes and waffles to order in the morning and a decadent array of gelato in the afternoon
A new social hub atop the ship with sweeping views of the seascape and offering a perfect nook for quiet reflection
One chef for every 10 guests, ensuring 50% of crew members are dedicated to culinary experiences
Only major cruise line to boast two Master Chefs of France
Five speciality dining venues, including new signature restaurants Ember and Aquamar Kitchen, at no extra cost
1,200 guests served by 800 crew members
The most spacious standard staterooms at sea at an astounding 27 square metres
Hundreds of immersive shore excursions and tours to choose from on each sailing
Onboard enrichment including art classes at Oceania Cruises’ much-loved Artist Loft, numerous guest speakers and sommelier demonstrations during exclusive
Sommelier’s Choice and Cellar Master’s Wine Pairing Luncheons
An expansive Culinary Center, and an accompanying Chef’s Studio, where epicurean secrets will be shared by the talented onboard Chef Instructors
