Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has reached a significant milestone in the construction of its new 1,200-guest ship, Allura. At the Fincantieri shipyard in Sestri Ponente, Italy, bordering the famed seaport of Genoa, the vessel was floated from the dry dock and moved to the fitting-out berth, marking an essential step towards its completion.
Milestone Ceremony and Dedication
The float-out ceremony included a blessing from the shipyard’s chaplain, Father Stefano, in a respectful event honoring the recent passing of General Claudio Graziano, Chairman of Fincantieri. Allura’s shipyard Madrina, Caterina Romeo, a designer in Fincantieri’s technical department, christened the ship, bestowing blessings upon the vessel and all who will embark on her.
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Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises, acknowledged the milestone: “Our hearts and minds are with the entire team at Fincantieri as they mourn the passing of General Graziano. The float out is an important moment for all at Oceania Cruises and Fincantieri, as we progress closer to Allura joining our family.”
Innovative Design and Features
Allura, the eighth vessel for Oceania Cruises and the second 1,200-guest Allura Class ship, follows her sister ship Vista, launched in May 2023. The ship is now entering the final stages of construction, focusing on her luxurious suites, sophisticated lounges, and exceptional restaurants, all embodying Oceania Cruises’ commitment to culinary excellence and destination immersion.
Allura highlights include:
- Culinary Experiences: One chef for every 10 guests, five specialty dining venues including Ember and Aquamar Kitchen, and a new onboard crêperie.
- Luxury Amenities: A new library with floor-to-ceiling glass, oversized chairs, plush furnishings, and a spacious standard stateroom at 291 square feet.
- Personalized Service: 1,200 guests served by 800 crew members, ensuring a high crew-to-guest ratio.
- Enrichment Activities: Art classes, guest speakers, sommelier demonstrations, and an expansive Culinary Center and Chef’s Studio.
- Immersive Excursions: Hundreds of shore excursions and tours available on each sailing.
Upcoming Voyages and Inaugural Season
Allura will officially enter service from Trieste, Italy, on July 18, 2025. Her maiden voyage will be a six-day cruise to Athens, Greece, with stops in Rijeka, Croatia; Ravenna, Italy; Dubrovnik, Croatia; and Kotor, Montenegro. Following the summer season in the Mediterranean, Allura will sail to Canada and New England for a series of immersive voyages in North America before her winter season in the Caribbean, homeporting in Miami. Additionally, Allura will offer a unique four-day voyage sailing roundtrip from New York City in September 2025.
About Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises is renowned for its culinary excellence and destination-rich itineraries. The line’s small, luxurious ships carry a maximum of 1,250 guests and call on over 600 ports across more than 100 countries. Expertly curated travel experiences aboard designer-inspired ships range from seven to over 200 days. Oceania Cruises has two additional ships on order, scheduled for delivery in 2027 and 2028 or 2029.
For more information on Oceania Cruises, visit OceaniaCruises.com, call 855-OCEANIA, or consult a professional travel advisor.
About Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.: Oceania Cruises is a wholly owned subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH). For more information, visit NCLH.
This milestone marks another chapter in Oceania Cruises’ legacy of offering unparalleled luxury and enriching travel experiences.
Source: Oceania Cruises Launches New Ship Allura at Fincantieri Shipyard in Genoa, Italy
