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Oceania Cruises announces partnership with travel expert Samantha Brown to host a special 10-day Mediterranean voyage aboard their newest ship, Allura. The journey, departing August 5, 2025, from Monte Carlo to Athens, will feature exclusive events including travel talks, cocktail receptions, and Chef's Market Dinners.

The 1,200-guest vessel will visit Mediterranean destinations including Florence, Rome, Santorini, and Antalya. Guests can enjoy small-group shore excursions, from vineyard tours on Mount Vesuvius to exploring authentic Rhodes villages. The cruise includes Oceania's 'Your World Included' amenities featuring complimentary dining, unlimited WiFi, in-room service, and group fitness classes.

Oceania Cruises annuncia una partnership con l'esperta di viaggi Samantha Brown per ospitare una speciale crociera di 10 giorni nel Mediterraneo a bordo della loro nuova nave, Allura. Il viaggio, in partenza il 5 agosto 2025, da Monte Carlo ad Atene, prevede eventi esclusivi tra cui conferenze di viaggio, ricevimenti con cocktail e cene di Chef's Market.

La nave, con una capacità di 1.200 ospiti, visiterà destinazioni mediterranee tra cui Firenze, Roma, Santorini e Antalya. Gli ospiti potranno godere di escursioni a terra in piccoli gruppi, dalle visite ai vigneti sul Monte Vesuvio all'esplorazione dei villaggi autentici di Rodi. La crociera include i comfort 'Your World Included' di Oceania, con ristorazione gratuita, WiFi illimitato, servizio in camera e corsi di fitness di gruppo.

Oceania Cruises anuncia una asociación con la experta en viajes Samantha Brown para organizar un viaje especial de 10 días por el Mediterráneo a bordo de su nuevo barco, Allura. El viaje, que zarpá el 5 de agosto de 2025, de Mónaco a Atenas, incluirá eventos exclusivos como charlas de viaje, recepciones con cócteles y cenas del Chef's Market.

El barco, con capacidad para 1,200 huéspedes, visitará destinos mediterráneos como Florencia, Roma, Santorini y Antalya. Los huéspedes podrán disfrutar de excursiones en grupos pequeños, desde recorridos por viñedos en el Monte Vesubio hasta explorar los auténticos pueblos de Rodas. El crucero incluye las comodidades 'Your World Included' de Oceania, que ofrecen comidas de cortesía, WiFi ilimitado, servicio en la habitación y clases de fitness en grupo.

오세아니아 크루즈는 여행 전문가 사만다 브라운과 파트너십을 체결하여 그들의 최신 선박 알루라에서 특별한 10일간의 지중해 항해를 주최한다고 발표했습니다. 2025년 8월 5일 몬테카를로에서 아테네로 출발하는 이 여정은 여행 강연, 칵테일 리셉션, 셰프 마켓 저녁식사와 같은 독점 이벤트를 포함할 것입니다.

1,200명의 객실을 가진 이 선박은 피렌체, 로마, 산토리니, 안탈리아 등의 지중해 목적지를 방문할 것입니다. 고객들은 베수비오 산의 포도밭 투어에서부터 리도스의 전통 마을 탐방에 이르기까지 소규모의 육상 여행을 즐길 수 있습니다. 이 크루즈는 오세아니아의 '너의 세상 포함' 편의 시설을 포함하며, 무료 다이닝, 무제한 WiFi, 룸 서비스 및 그룹 피트니스 수업이 제공됩니다.

Oceania Cruises annonce un partenariat avec l'experte en voyages Samantha Brown pour organiser une croisière spéciale de 10 jours en Méditerranée à bord de son nouveau navire, Allura. Le voyage, qui partira le 5 août 2025, de Monte-Carlo à Athènes, comportera des événements exclusifs tels que des conférences sur les voyages, des réceptions cocktails et des dîners du Chef's Market.

Ce navire pouvant accueillir 1 200 passagers visitera des destinations méditerranéennes telles que Florence, Rome, Santorin et Antalya. Les invités pourront profiter d'excursions à terre en petits groupes, allant des visites de vignobles sur le Vésuve à l'exploration de villages authentiques de Rhodes. La croisière comprend les commodités 'Your World Included' d'Oceania, offrant des repas gratuits, un WiFi illimité, un service d'étage et des cours de fitness en groupe.

Oceania Cruises kündigt eine Partnerschaft mit der Reiseexpertin Samantha Brown an, um eine spezielle 10-tägige Mittelmeerreise an Bord ihres neuesten Schiffs, der Allura, auszurichten. Die Reise beginnt am 5. August 2025 von Monte Carlo nach Athen und bietet exklusive Veranstaltungen, darunter Reisekonferenzen, Cocktailempfänge und Chef's Market Dinner.

Das 1.200 Passagiere fassende Schiff wird mediterrane Ziele wie Florenz, Rom, Santorin und Antalya besuchen. Die Gäste können an kleinen Gruppenausflügen teilnehmen, die von Weinbergführungen am Vesuv bis zur Erkundung authentischer Dörfer auf Rhodos reichen. Die Kreuzfahrt umfasst die 'Your World Included'-Annehmlichkeiten von Oceania, die kostenlose Verpflegung, unbegrenztes WLAN, Zimmerservice und Gruppenfitnesskurse bieten.

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Join Host of "Samantha Brown's Places to Love" for an Unforgettable Journey Featuring Exclusive Events, and Enriching Onboard Experiences

MIAMI, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises®, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has partnered with travel expert Samantha Brown of the PBS Emmy®-winning TV show "Samantha Brown's Places to Love," to host one of Allura's inaugural sailings next summer.

Guests are invited to join the TV personality on a 10-day Mediterranean voyage aboard its newest ship, Allura, which launches in mid-July 2025. Sailing from Monte Carlo to Athens, departing on August 5, 2025, this specialty cruise offers the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking destinations, enriching onboard programming, world-class cuisine, and cultural immersions.

For more than 20 years, Brown has traversed continents, experienced myriad cultures, and tasted adventure applying her singular brand of warmth and inclusion along the way.

"We are thrilled to welcome Samantha aboard Allura. Her obvious passion for authentic travel experiences aligns perfectly with our mission to offer guests unforgettable journeys," said Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. "With Samantha's extensive destination expertise and the unmatched elegance of our newest ship, this voyage promises to be a truly extraordinary adventure from jet-set Monte Carlo to historic Athens - via Italian cities, Greek islands, and Turkish resorts."

"I am so thrilled to be able to join my fans and fellow travelers on Oceania Cruises' newest ship, Allura," said Samantha Brown, host of "Samantha Brown's Places to Love." "I'm looking forward to revisiting some of the places I have been to, like Rome and the Amalfi Coast, and discovering new places in Turkey and Greece. It's going to be an epic trip!"

This special hosted sailing will feature onboard programming including a travel talk, with the chance to ask questions in the theater with Brown, a welcome cocktail reception, destination-themed Chef's Market Dinners in the Terrace Café, plus Oceania Cruises' legendary gala brunch. Additionally, she will join a select number of shore excursions during the sailing.

With Oceania Cruises' extensive set of small-group, immersive shore excursions, guests have hundreds of options, from exploring lush vineyards on the volcanic slopes of Mount Vesuvius in Italy to seeing a new side of Rhodes by exploring authentic inland villages.

Oceania Cruises' commitment to culinary excellence and ultra-premium, small-ship experiences truly shines throughout this 10-day voyage. Guests on board the 1,200-guest Allura will revel in visits to an enchanting range of Mediterranean jewels, from Florence's outstanding Renaissance treasures and Rome's everlasting grandeur to the iconic cliffside villages of Santorini and Antalya's soft-sand beaches.

  • Guests booking this 'Mediterranean Allure' voyage should mention code 'SBROWN' when making their reservation. These guests will receive advance notice of special programming featuring Samantha Brown.
  • For additional information on Oceania Cruises' small-ship luxury, exquisitely crafted cuisine, and expertly curated travel experiences, visit OceaniaCruises.com, call 855-OCEANIA, or speak with a professional travel advisor.

Your World Included™

With our Your World Included™ brand promise, guests receive a rich selection of always included amenities for the ultimate value in ultra-premium cruising. This means unforgettable dining experiences at our varied, exquisite restaurants are all at no additional charge. Complimentary specialty coffees, sodas, cold-pressed juices, and still and sparkling Vero Water® are served throughout the ship. Unlimited, free Starlink WiFi is available in every suite, stateroom and all public areas. In-room dining features a superb variety of hot and cold selections. Fruit smoothies, milkshakes, gelato and gourmet Humphry Slocombe ice cream are always included. Group fitness classes at Aquamar® Spa + Vitality Center are free of charge. Gratuities are included for the ultimate in convenience and value. And even laundry services are free for all guests. Along with our signature personalized service, Oceania Cruises' guests will enjoy a seamless, value-packed experience.

About Oceania Cruises

Oceania Cruises® is the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line. The line's eight small, luxurious ships carry a maximum of 1,250 guests and feature The Finest Cuisine at Sea® and destination-rich itineraries that span the globe. Expertly curated travel experiences are available aboard the designer-inspired, small ships, which call on more than 600 marquee and boutique ports in more than 100 countries on seven continents, on voyages that range from seven to more than 200 days. Oceania Cruises® has two additional ships on order scheduled for delivery in 2027 and 2028 or 2029[1]. Oceania Cruises® is a wholly owned subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH). To learn more, visit www.nclhltd.com.

[1] Delivery for the second Oceania Cruises ship is contractually scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2028, but may be delayed to 2029.

About Samantha Brown
Samantha Brown, a two-time Emmy Award-winning TV host and travel expert, has been inspiring wanderlust for 25 years by authentically showcasing the character of the people and places she encounters worldwide. Since her debut on Travel Channel's Great Vacation Homes, she has traveled over 2.5 million miles and explored numerous cities in 65 countries. As she approaches her 25th anniversary as a TV personality and the release of the 8th season of PBS's Samantha Brown's Places to Love in January 2024, she continues to uncover hidden gems and local cultures, offering fresh perspectives on travel. In 2024, Samantha Brown was nominated again for the Daytime Emmy Award for Daytime Personality — Non-Daily. Previously, the show garnered award wins for Outstanding Host for a Lifestyle, Children's, or Special Class Program and Outstanding Travel and Adventure Program in 2019, alongside multiple other Emmy nominations from 2019 to 2022. Additionally, as a natural extension of her years on the road, in 2010, Samantha launched a stylish and practical luggage line on HSN, which quickly became a top customer pick and one of the year's most successful brand launches. As she celebrates her 25 years in the industry, Samantha remains dedicated to connecting viewers to the heart and soul of travel.

Follow Samantha via her website, https://samantha-brown.com; on Instagram @samanthabrowntravels; Facebook at RealSamanthaBrown; and @samanthabrown on X. 

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FAQ

When does Samantha Brown's Mediterranean cruise on Allura depart?

The Mediterranean cruise hosted by Samantha Brown departs on August 5, 2025, from Monte Carlo to Athens.

What special events are included in Samantha Brown's Allura cruise?

The cruise includes travel talks with Brown, a welcome cocktail reception, destination-themed Chef's Market Dinners, a gala brunch, and select shore excursions with Brown.

What destinations will Allura visit during the Mediterranean voyage?

The cruise will visit Monte Carlo, Florence, Rome, Santorini, Antalya, and Athens, among other Mediterranean destinations.

What amenities are included in Oceania's 'Your World Included' package?

The package includes complimentary dining, unlimited Starlink WiFi, in-room dining, specialty beverages, group fitness classes, gratuities, and laundry services.

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