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November 25, 2010

OCEANIA CRUISES UNVEILS 'PILLARS OF DISTINCTION' PHASE TWO

iPads, Jacques Pepin Specialties, Bulgari Amenities Among the Highlights

MIAMI, November 2, 2010 - As part of its ongoing Pillars of Distinction initiative - the most significant product investment in the company's history - Oceania Cruises has announced the second phase of innovative fleet-wide enhancements. These multi-million-dollar updates are in addition to the previously announced physical enhancements being made during the regularly scheduled dry-docks for Regatta, Insignia and Nautica.

"As the leader in upper-premium cruising, we continually raise the bar to exceed our guests' expectations and offer unrivaled value," stated Bob Binder, president of Oceania Cruises. "This latest phase of our Pillars of Distinction program reinforces the three hallmarks of the Oceania Cruises experience: cuisine, service and comfort."

CUISINE

An expanded menu of "Jacques Pepin Signature Items" in the Grand Dining Rooms, which include Cotes d'Agneau Grillees - grilled lamb chop served with ratatouille and lamb gravy with thyme, and Gambas Saute Provencal - sauteed shrimp in olive oil from Nice with garlic, parsley and tomatoes

Evening menus in the Terrace Cafe will focus on regional specialties from the area the ship is sailings in addition to each evening's ever changing range of traditional favorites

Gourmet VIP canape service for all suite guests now includes a wider array of specialty, gourmand-inspired delicacies which are presented on new, custom designed china

Espresso and Cappuccino from the famed Illy Coffee of Italy

SERVICE

Free shuttle service in more than 90 ports worldwide where the ship is docked away from the city center

Introduction of production shows created by the legendary Gary J. Musik company that feature a full ensemble, original choreography, lavish costuming and rousing musical numbers

Dramatically faster internet speeds as a result of new partnership with MTN

Complimentary in-suite newspaper delivery for Owner's, Vista and Oceania suites

COMFORT

Upgraded bath amenities and toiletries in all accommodations, including Bulgari for Concierge-level and suite guests.

Laptops, currently featured in all Owner's and Vista suites on Regatta, Insignia and Nautica, will be added to all Penthouse Suites

iPads for all Owner's, Vista and Oceania suites

Pillars of Distinction amenities will be featured on Oceania Cruises' new Marina, scheduled for delivery in January 2011, and sister ship Riviera, which joins the fleet in April 2012 and be introduced aboard Regatta, Insignia and Nautica in the spring of 2011.

The line's Pillars of Distinction is an ongoing initiative, with more enhancements and updates to be announced. For reservations or to order a brochure, contact a travel professional at Cruising2Paradise.com #1-800-738-8837.

About Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises is the world's only upper-premium cruise line and offers an unrivaled combination of the finest cuisine at sea, elegant accommodations, exceptional personalized service and extraordinary value. Award-winning itineraries visit more than 300 ports in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and the Americas aboard the luxurious Regatta, Insignia, Nautica and brand new Marina. Riviera, a sister ship to Marina, is scheduled to join the fleet in April 2012.

About Prestige Cruise Holdings
Prestige Cruise Holdings (PCH) is the parent company of Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Formed in 2007 to manage select assets in Apollo Management's cruise investment portfolio, PCH is led by Chairman and CEO Frank Del Rio, the founder of Oceania Cruises. PCH is the market leader in the upper-premium and luxury segments of the cruise industry with nearly 4,000 berths between the Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands, a number the company expects will grow to approximately 6,500 berths by 2012.

Posted by Denise at November 25, 2010 05:29 PM

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