Oceania Cruises has revealed its 2025 Specialty Cruises blending enriching onboard programming, led by celebrated hosts, and exceptional cultural experiences at some of the most sought-after global destinations.
Among the high-profile hosts are acclaimed chefs Claudine Pépin, Sara Moulton, and Aisha Ibrahim, along with Oceania Cruises’ Executive Culinary Directors, Alex Quaretti and Eric Barale, both Master Chefs of France. These notable personalities will spearhead various culinary programs and immersive events designed to enhance the onboard experience.
“Oceania Cruises has always set the standard for culinary excellence and immersive travel, and our 2025 Specialty Cruises elevate that even further,” said Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. “These voyages celebrate our commitment to offering unique travel experiences, bringing together extraordinary cuisine and enriching cultural adventures for our guests.”
The 2025 Specialty Cruises will explore iconic regions such as the Mediterranean, Alaska, and the Far East, featuring expert-led onboard programming including live cooking demonstrations, themed Chef’s Market Dinners, and fireside chats. Guests will also enjoy exclusive shore excursions hosted by culinary experts, further enhancing their travel experience.
Fine dining experiences at sea are a plenty! (Supplied)
Highlights of 2025 Specialty Cruises:
- Sirena Godmother Cruise with Claudine Pépin (May 20 – June 3, 2025): Claudine Pépin, cookbook author and godmother of Sirena, will host this 14-day voyage from Barcelona to Dublin. Guests can partake in cooking classes, and exclusive Q&A sessions and join select shore excursions with Pépin. Accompanied by her husband, Rollie Wesen, and food writer Kristen Hartke, this cruise offers a unique culinary immersion.
- Sara Moulton Cruise (May 26 – June 4, 2025): Television personality and cookbook author Sara Moulton will lead a 9-day sailing from Barcelona to Athens aboard Marina. Guests will enjoy live cooking demonstrations, taste Moulton’s signature dishes and explore Mediterranean and Aegean cuisine through curated shore excursions.
- Food & Wine Best New Chefs Cruise (August 18 – 28, 2025): Aboard Riviera, guests will sail Alaska’s breathtaking landscapes while indulging in curated menus by Aisha Ibrahim, Food & Wine’s 2023 Best New Chef. The cruise features a food-centric itinerary, including exclusive shore excursions showcasing Alaska’s culinary heritage.
- Culinary Luminaries Cruise (September 14 – 26, 2025): Hosted by Master Chefs Alex Quaretti and Eric Barale, this Mediterranean voyage aboard Vista offers an unparalleled epicurean adventure with live cooking demos, themed dinners, and exclusive panel discussions.
Among the hosts on the Oceania Club Reunion Cruise are Captain Demitris Flokos, inaugural cruise director Leslie Jon, and Neli Arias, head of the Oceania Club.
The pair will lead special events, including a gala brunch, exclusive dinners, and curated shore excursions. Open to Oceania Club members and new travelers, this 15-day cruise from Hong Kong to Bangkok offers a unique blend of culinary and cultural experiences.
