Oceania Nautica

A cut above most cruise ships/companies

August

Pros: 600-650 passengers, no lines for elevators or food or off boarding. Good food, tremendous service, clean in every detail,, good-sized rooms.

Cons: Food was occasionally inconsistent but overall, very good.

Recommended: Yes

Very good experience. Smaller ship, no lines, good food and excellent shore excursions. Service is outstanding. For example, prior to docking in Rome (which is NOT in Rome but an hour away), Oceania sent passengers a note that cabs were practically non-existent at the cruise terminal and if available would charge several hundred dollars. They offered transportation to the airport for a small fee. Several of us had early morning flights and they arranged a special bus to take us in time for our flights. At 6:45 a.m. the Oceania cruise director was helping staff bring luggage to the bus to make sure we got off on time. Additionally, because of the smaller number of passengers, we tendered in and out with hardly any wait. There was another large cruise ship in Portofino and we saw 800-1,000 people waiting in a line that stretched for blocks, in the rain, to get back to their ship. We waited about 10 minutes under cover of a large tent provided by Oceania.

Wonderful small ship, perfect for busy itineraries

July

Pros: Easy to get around, wonderful staff, excellent food, clean, great itinerary

Cons: small bathrooms, small casino

Recommended: Yes

We loved this trip and this ship was perfect if you have a very busy itenary. The deluxe ocean view cabin was better than we expected. We usually do balcony but we booked this OV to try it out. We actually loved it. Europe was so hot (90 degrees to 103 degrees) and after long days in port we were soaked through our clothes. The last thing we would have done was be on our balcony in the heat. But to view the Amalfi coast from our window? Perfect. I would easily book this category for a cold weather cruise. The window was large enough for the natural night to come in and for you to see what's outside. We felt NO motion of the ocean on deck 4. I thought I wouldn't like that deck, but it was so easy to get to everything and so quiet! The food was excellent and all the staff were kind, friendly and helpful. Our cabin Steward Gede was one of the best we've ever had. Our refrigerator wasn't working and he had a new one brought up and stocked it with our preferred drinks in no time. This ship is small, and yes showing her age a bit - but hey, I can relate to that - and really, she's perfect. Comfortable, easy to get around and has what you need and want. Even though she's small - she never felt crowded - we were at 100% sailing and most times we were the only ones in the elevators. Food in the Terrace Cafe was tops - it was our prefered venue to sit outside aft with a grilled to order steak or chops or something more exotic from the buffet. The main dining room was equally as good. Toscano was excellent, but we were both disappointed with Polo Club this time. Our steaks were so over done I sent mine back (and I'm usually not that picky, but the difference from Medium Rare that I ordered to welldone that I had was a bit much). The lobster was incredibly small too. That could have just been a bad night or a one off because all the other times we've dined there it always was the highlight of our trip. Honestly, we wished we were at the Terrace that night. Our excursions we booked through Oceania were hit and miss - but most were very good. It was incredibly hot so it would have been nice if we had water available on the bus or time to refill them in port - sometimes we ran out of the water in our bottles and were struggling a bit. I do think Oceania does a great job on a variety of excursions. We did several city tours, a wine tasting and lunch, toured a local farm with a farm to table lunch, took a boat ride around the Amalfi coast and had a wonderful beach day in Menorca. So the mix was great! Our only issues: The bathrooms are so small. We didn't have any trouble using them, but someone larger might have an issue with the shower size. The casino is so small - not an issue really, just an observation. Still had fun losing some money (next time we'll win it back)

Hawaiian & Polynesian Dream vacation

January

Pros: The tours were great. Loved the food in the dining room & speciality restaurants.

Cons: Wished there were more specialty restaurants. Needed more lounge chairs on the promenade decks.

Recommended: Yes

There needs to be an evaluation system for each tour. Also the level of mobility is not always true for the tours. Staff were outstanding and wonderful to be around. Clean & happy environment on the ship.

Small ship

October

Pros: Smaller size allows you to meet other guests; smaller size allows for personalized services

Cons: Pricey; later port times made for rushed and unpleasant excursions

Recommended: Yes

We loved this cruise. The crew was was wonderful. The only downside to this trip was the later port times. We were rushed to get through tours and in some cases things were closed or it was dark so you couldn’t see what guides were telling you about.

Fair

September

Pros: beautiful ship, service was superb,

Cons: showers very small, no port talks, not enough info about what to do

Recommended: Yes

Would have given up the industrial ports with not much to see for more time in N.S, and Quebec and Montreal

Oceania’s decline

May

Pros: Not much

Cons: Food quality, quantity and variety; no special events onboard; short staff; poorly trained staff

Recommended: No

Oceania used to be my “go to” cruise line for the finest cuisine at sea and wonderful ships and itineraries. But no more. In spite of increasing fares and fees, it has significantly cut corners everywhere. The finest cuisine at sea is now no better than any other cruise line. Food quality has degraded significantly—all the beef served was tough, even filets. Variety has decreased —fewer choices and cheaper cuts of meat. Also of note is the fact that no special culinary events were put on—no buffets, no cooking demonstrations. My cruise occurred over Mother’s Day and absolutely nothing was done in recognition of the day. There was not even mention of the day in the Daily Currents bulletin. And the ship (Nautica) is in decline—My cabin had no hot water in the wash basin sink and it was never repaired despite numerous complaints—three times to the Hotel Manager himself. And there was mold in my shower. In the past, I willingly paid a premium price for Oceania’s premium product, but the premium product is gone, on top of their increased prices. The value is gone and I’m moving on.

Great cruise

March

Pros: The destinations and shore excursions; the comfort of the ship & stateroom; the staff; activities and O Points with gifts; the spa treatments

Cons: Too formal dress code (prefer more casual); stateroom did not have ventilation; dinner and shows start too late; medical cost too high for services

Recommended: Yes

The itinerary was excellent and the shore excursions were very well done. The places we saw and the tours were incredible. The staff on the ship and especially the spa and our butler were excellent, although the products that the spa sells were excellent but too expensive. The stateroom was very comfortable but had a few things that needed to be improved. We unfortunately missed several ports of call because of weather but understand this can happen. We will book a larger stateroom for a trip of this length again. We are strongly considering several additional Oceania cruises that are offered in 2025. Overall we had a wonderful experience on this exceptional vacation.

Med Johrney

October

Pros: Seamless and we'll taken care of for every need. Amazing

Cons: Venice as one of the itineraries was not as advertised. The port we were in and standing in a line to get to Venice was almost two hours and that would not include actually getting on to the island. I actually gave up. That was a disappointment.

Recommended: Yes

I have cruised on beautiful Oceiana four times with another Transatlantic in March 2024. As a solo traveler the solo cabins were a great idea and very well appreciated indeed. Thankyou for considering a true need in the cruise industry. I do wish the the single supplement was not so high.

A Timely Getaway

October

Pros: Comfortable suite, butler and maid were great and very friendly and extremely competent. The cruise was very smooth and the ship was easy to navigate. Food was excellent especially the Toscana. Also the wine tasting were fun and informative.

Cons: We overdid the tours. Doing one every day was too much but that was our election.

Recommended: Yes

Overall excellent trip and the service and entertainment was well done.

Don’s review.

July

Pros: Friendly staff, great service, good variety of food choices in dining.

Cons: No late-night food available

Recommended: Yes

Newly renovated ship was very nice.

Adriatic and Aegean Cruise

May

Pros: excellent service, elegant vessel, fine dining

Cons: some excursions cancelled, poor flight schedules

Recommended: Yes

Crew went above and beyond in meeting our needs. Waiters knew our names and remembered our preferred beverage choices. Room service was exceptional. They catered to our daily needs such as helping with medical needs and replacing broken hairdryers by us.

CRUISE TO AFRICA

January

Pros: SERVICE/STAFF/FOOD

Cons: NON

Recommended: Yes

This was our third Oceania cruise all have been first class.

Traveling the Less Traveled Area

December

Pros: Oceania treated us well & made sure we stayed safe.

Cons: I didnot care for the late evening programs & then setting the alarm to be in the Nautical Lounge at 8a.m.

Recommended: Yes

The house cleaning group was wonderful & very thorough. They changed towels 3 times a day. For my birthday, they decorated the cabin with balloons on the ceiling. They took care of my laundry delivery. They were always cheerful.

I love cruising

September

Pros: Service and food

Cons: Weather

Recommended: No

The ship is just the right size. The food was excellent and the variety superb. Our stateroom was roomy, with comfortable mattress and linens. We couldn’t have asked for a better room steward.

Nautica Cruise of Western Mediterrainian, Southern Spain, NW African Island, and Portugal.

May

Pros: Weather, Ship, Food, Side trips, Crew, travel companions, all great!

Cons: Rained one evening!

Recommended: Yes

Trip with friends and Wife was very pleasant, excursions were nice and not crowded, Ship and Crew very nice, respectful and courteous at all times. We would travel with this ship and crew again! No doubt!

Nautica

October

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Recommended: Yes

Very good cruise line.

Mediterranean Mosaic

October

Pros: Small ship with under 700 guests. Didn't feel herded around on tours. Food was the best we've had ever and have been on more than 10 cruises

Cons: Return Airline connections through Oceans were cumbersome with minimal time to get to the next gate. Spent my travel time on the wsy home running to the next gate almost missing the last last flight to my final destination. All the stress of one day has erased all the good memories.

Recommended: Yes

We were met at the airport on arrival and taken to the hotel making arrival easy. Departure was problematic. Would recommend having representative at the airport for smooth departures.

Great Itinerary

September

Pros: small ship

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Recommended: Yes

wonderful Itinerary.

British Isles 2017

September

Pros: Small ship, excellent service, friendly staff.

Cons: None

Recommended: Yes

Overall excellent experience, a few of excursions were not what we expected mostly due to not allowing enough time to

Hosting Oceania Nautica, June 1, 2017

June

Pros: The food was great and the instructor in the Canyon Ranch spa was terrific.

Cons: The alcoholic drinks were expensive and they pushed the drink of the day in the morning briefing, and in the daily guide. They also advertised the cost of their wine packages and the happy hours.

Recommended: No

Singapore/Hong Kong

February

Pros: Ships staff has become more Philippino/Thai. Much more accomadating than typical E Euro staff

Cons: Ship is worn out, lots of little problems . Tours need to be monitored

Recommended: Yes

As usual laundry room, tv/internet created most of problems. But that will never change. Oceania continues to ignore these issues, but they continue to sell out in spite of it. These are just the minor anoyances, overall still excellent. Cruise director not very good, when bad weather occurred you would expect A variety of things to do....nope

Se Asia: Grand Excursion on Oceania

February

Pros: Small ship (650 passengers), great food, very good excursions on land

Cons: Small ship buffeted by waves for 2 nights (but we can't control weather!)

Recommended: Yes

Really enjoyed the itinerary to five countries. Well-maintained ship. Great staff, very friendly with excellent service.Very good restaurants.

great itinerary

November

Pros: Service provided, appearance of ship, attention to details

Cons: Excursions

Recommended: Yes

Cruising isnt for me but if you do it, Oceania is an exellent company and this was a great itinerary except,.......the excursions were pricey and fell short on accuracy of descriptions, crowds of tourists, and time wasted. best to make own arrangements either ahead of time or right when you get off the ship. Facilities were clean, food plentiful, and many iteresting lectures. if i choose to ever cruise again, i would consider Oceania first.

London to London on Oceania Nautical

July

Pros: Good food, clean, well run ship, interesting ports of call.

Cons: Bad tour in Quqortoq,Greenland. Got a refund. Senile tour guide in Belfast. Tour itself was fine. All other tours were great.

Recommended: Yes

I enjoyed the tour. We had a good speaker for the lectures. Prince Kristian Sound was a highlight. We booked another tour onboard for next fall.

South African Explorer Nov-Dec 2015

December

Pros: Food, ports of call, staff

Cons: Oceania sponsored excursions, cost of Internet

Recommended: Yes

We really ejoyed the pre-cruise and cruise itself. This was our second Oceania cruise, this time on the smaller Nautica. Food is excellent, and the staff ever so friendly and attentive. There were not that many sea days, but the entertainment (afternoon trivia and speakers) kept us busy. Best part was the ports of call (okay, Maputo Mozambique was below expectations) were the highlight. Sad to say, we enjoyed the tours we booked privately much more so than the ones through Oceania, which are overpriced for sure. BUT, we know that don't we? Highly recommend!!

Lovely smaller ship

November

Pros: Excellent food, well trained staff, decent entertainment.

Cons: Smaller ship = rougher seas. Overpriced excursions..

Recommended: No

Overall the dining was very good but unfortunately it was inconsistent. The shore excursions were overpriced for what was on offer. We found we could hire a taxi in any of the port stops and have them duplicate the itinerary at 1/3 to 1/4 the Oceania price.

Europe 2015

September

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Recommended: Yes

The best service we have had on any of our 13 cruises. Excellent food and good variety. Head waiter, Francisco, waiter, Jose, and assistant waiter,Ai, and head waiter/hostess,Sylvia made our cruise memorial event. All these people knew our names after the first night's dining. Very special and Oceania should recognize each of them.

Wonderful trip

October

Pros: great staff, service, food.

Cons: Ability to make reservations in specialty restaurants was a chore and information imparted was changeable. We wanted to dine with our friends on trip.

Recommended: Yes

All in all a great experience. Entertainment was okay. could use improvement.

Treasures of Scandinavia

August

Pros: Great cuisine, ambiance and service.

Cons: Destination services did not give enough specifics about shore excursions. Those marked

Recommended: Yes

Oceania and Regent have just be sold to NCL. Concern that the quality of these lines may be compromised in the future.

Outstanding Cruise Ship Nautica

August

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Recommended: Yes

With only 684 guests, this ship is just the right size for getting to know other travelers and for getting into tight spaces. Staff is among the best and the food is top flight.

Viking Odyssey

July

Pros: size of ship, quality of food & onboard service

Cons: some of the ports

Recommended: Yes

The stop at port the in Tasiilak, Greenland could be eliminated. You could have another day at sea or add an overnight stay in Belfast or Dublin. We were impressed with the chef using some of the local seafood in the different ports. One of the reasons we booked with Oceania was because of the food selection & ambiance.