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Sister ship to Marina, stunning Riviera was designed to be special in so many ways and reflects a new level of grace and elegance through designer touches, upholstery and fabrics throughout. She features multiple gourmet restaurants and along with Marina, offers unforgettable food and wine pairings at La Reserve by Wine Spectator as well as the opportunity for private dining at opulent Privée. From the Lalique Grand Staircase to the Owner's Suites furnished in Ralph Lauren Home, designer touches that create a casually elegant atmosphere are everywhere. Riviera's refined ambiance truly embodies the unparalleled Oceania Cruises experience.
Riviera blends sophistication with a contemporary flair to create a casually elegant ambiance. From the sparkling Lalique Grand Staircase to the stunning Owner's Suites, designer touches are everywhere, highlighting the finest residential design and furnishings. More than anything, Riviera personifies the Oceania Cruises experience.
Cruise started well with an offer to bid on an upgrade. Much to our amazement our $200 bid to Concierge Class was accepted. Same Balcony cabin but access to Terrace Spa deck, 3 complimentary bags of laundry, 4 pressing vouchers, Concierge lounge (deck 9 not Executive lounge deck 11), priority boarding and a bottle of sparkling wine on arrival. Great value. We were able to pre-reserve one booking at each of the specialty restaurants. Once onboard, beginning at 8 am you could visit the reservation desk in the atrium to book one of the specialty restaurants for that evening. We were able to go to our two favourites - Red Ginger and Toscana again. MDR food and service was excellent (both wait staff and sommelier). We had the champagne, wine and beer beverage package and we were pleased to discover that we could order these at any bar during lunch and dinner hours. Apparently, Oceania reduced the number of happy hours (1 versus 2) but opened the champagne, wine and beer to bars instead of eating areas and room service only. Breakfast juice bar (Waves Grill deck 12) open until 11 am served brilliant smoothies and "energy" drinks. Baristas Coffee Cafe on Deck 14 served excellent coffee, cappuccino, latte, etc as well as light breakfast offerings and light lunch offerings. Waves Grill's sandwich area (outdoor but protected seating) was a sit down, wait staff take your order. Salad options and a special preparation station just past the grill was also an option (usually fish or chicken). Terrace Cafe offered indoor and outdoor aft seating. Grill area prepared omelets in the morning and became a pizzeria at night. Terrace was open breakfast, lunch and dinner. Menus available on your in-cabin television. Room service was always also an option. Bar options included the Martini bar and Casino bar both on deck 6 and Horizons bar deck 15. Horizons Bar was also the location of the daily Teatime event at 4 pm. Martini bar and Casino bars each have their own menus 0 Martini specializing in martinis and Casino specializing in the most delicious smoked cocktails. We tried both but Casino was our hands down favourite. Both bars also have wine and beer and we did enjoy non-smoked cocktails at the Casino bar as well. The mixologists are magicians - just try to order your favourite non-menu item! You'll be pleasantly surprised. Library was large but surprisingly disappointing. Fiction area was filled with many authors we'd never heard of. Don't rely on their library to fill those sea days. Just past the library is a small games room with tables and board games. Entertainment staff and production dancers and singers hosted O point activities - toss, bocce ball, golf, trivia. These were scheduled at the same time every day - minor changes to trivia times if in port. O points collected were "cashed in" for Oceania swag at the end of the cruise. The point value for goods was printed in the Currents toward the end of the cruise. During our cruise, trade in was after trivia. All trivia participants were asked to leave the theatre and line up outside. Throughout the cruise there were more shortages (i.e.. no blueberries last week of cruise) and this was apparent at the trade in event. Sizes or particular colours not available. Free good quality swag regardless. Onboard shopping was both high end and average (typical cruise line purchases). Surprised there wasn't any liquor available for purchase. Surprising variety of entertainment onboard. A variety of talented artists (musicians, singers, comedians, magicians) as well as production shows with ship singers and dancers. Interestingly, there was only one show per night at 9:15. Theater seating was never an issue during this cruise. If you wanted particular seats, suggest going at least 15 minutes before show time otherwise usually seating available. Deck 15 jogging track (10 times equals 1 miles), shuffleboard, croquet etc. As a result of our upgrade, we did not need to use the self-serve laundry facilities. These are located on most cabin decks are free to use and provide detergent but not softener. We requested permission to disembark the night before the cruise ended as we had a midnight flight. Email received shortly after our agent submitted the request and was "on file" onboard. Prior to our sailing, NCL (parent company) announced with status recognition program across the cruise lines. As a result, we had an additional $650 non-refundable credits to spend on board (cannot be used at casino). We also have NCL shares so received another $250 non-refundable OBC. We generally find staff on cruise ships to be excellent but on Oceania, like everything else onboard, the staff was another notch above. Cabin stewards ready to serve, waitstaff anticipating your needs, bartenders (Oh My), staff in the shops and at the future cruise sales all excellent. The young lady in the future cruise was so helpful in assisting us book our next Oceania cruise. We had two different itineraries in mind and she printed out and delivered to our cabin fare options for all. The young lady in the shop spent time with us and offered suggestions as to how best use our non-refundable OBC. At the end of the cruise, we received a printout of our sailing distances between ports. A few comments about the Oceania nightly "Currents". Take a minute to read it while enjoying your pillow chocolates. Schedule of various activities but also hours of operation for various venues, port agent information and "going ashore" information especially if a tender port. Your first "Currents" will have the itinerary and you will receive an update itinerary as changes arise. Suggest booking shore activities prior to boarding. You should be able to use your non-refundable credits to book - if not online call the Oceania number. Could be the ports we visited but many excursions sold out. The one excursion we did book we ended up cancelling. We had booked a beach resort with BBQ lunch but we were advised the resort had been damaged in a recent typhoon. The Destination Desk called us to ask if we had read the updated information in the full shore excursion package in our cabin. Of course, we had not and would have been very disappointed!! Again, another example of outstanding Oceania service. One final note - unlike the majority of other cruise ships we've sailed the cabin walls are metal so leave those handy magnets at home!
We absolutely loved everything about this cruise. It was the best we've ever had, and spoils us for future cruises. The whole philosophy of the cruise set the stage, with all that is included in the initial cost: wifi, gratuities, multiple specialty restaurant visits, lots of beverages, upgraded stateroom, and self-serve laundry (with detergent provided) cost us nothing extra! Some of those we simply wouldn't have done, but getting them was fantastic. Our cabin was ridiculous - so large for a cruise, such a good bed and large bathroom and shower. The service was amazing - crew just waiting to bring things. The crew to guest ratio (along with ship size and design) led to minimal wait times in lines for anything. Just a pleasure. Great gym, great balcony, great food (loved the smoked salmon in the morning and the sushi for dinner), and great crew who learned our names and greeted us daily. We could hope for nothing more than our room attendants Andi and Andrea provided. Just such a happy service-oriented crew that sought to provide us the best time - they succeeded! The route was incredible (komodo dragons and numerous Australia stops), but the approach of this team would make any trip wonderful.
The Pinnacle of Perfection
The avowed crème de la crème of accommodations, our Owner’s Suites, Vista Suites, Oceania Suites and Penthouse Suites are studies in perfection. Their grandeur and spaciousness are truly astonishing. Guests who desire only the best need not look further than these extravagant suites. Simply ring the Butler for exclusive services that include garment pressing and serving your dinner in-suite and revel in the fact that the Oceania Cruises’ Riviera suite experience has no peer.
Curated Luxury Services
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Upgrade Your Experience
Concierge Level Veranda Staterooms offer an unrivaled combination of luxury, privilege and value. A wealth of benefits, such as room service from The Grand Dining Room and free laundry services, elevates the experience to the sublime. On board Riviera, you will also have the services of a dedicated Concierge and Private Concierge Lounge access. Located in the most desired of locations, each Concierge Level Veranda Stateroom is much more than simply a stateroom – it’s an experience.
Exquisitely Elegant Staterooms
Space is perhaps the ultimate luxury, and that is something all our accommodations provide in lavish excess. Defined by their elegance, our staterooms feature tasteful furnishings and a serene ambiance. Staterooms feature luxurious marble - and granite-clad bathroom with an expanded walk-in shower and enhanced storage. You will appreciate the refrigerated mini-bar, copious closet and drawer space and our revolutionary Tranquility Bed, a luxury our guests consistently describe as heavenly.
Tranquility Bed
Awaken refreshed and revitalized from the new custom-designed Tranquility Bed, featured in all of Oceania Cruises’ suites and staterooms.
Culinary Masterpieces
Designed for epicureans and travel connoisseurs, Riviera features an array of complimentary specialty restaurants and unique dining experiences you’ll remember long after your cruise ends. The gourmet restaurants each serve a distinctive set of dishes created à la minute, from Continental and wellness-inspired cuisine at The Grand Dining Room and classic French fare at Jacques to vibrant Asian cuisine at Red Ginger and steakhouse favorites at Polo Grill.
The Luxury of Casual
You’ll savor cuisine renowned as the finest at sea no matter where you choose to dine or relax on Riviera – whether that means a poolside burger, a scoop of Humphry Slocombe’s bourbon-flavored cornflake-studded Secret Breakfast ice cream or a perfectly prepared cappuccino accompanied by freshly baked biscotti. Our culinary team’s attention to detail, passion for artisanal ingredients and dedication to technique extends to our casual dining, poolside experiences, Baristas coffee bar and the cherished ritual of Afternoon Tea at Horizons too.
In-Room Dining Experiences
After a day of enriching adventures ashore or an enjoyable day on board, dining in the privacy of your suite or stateroom with our compliments is always a welcome possibility. A complete menu of varied dining experiences is available around the clock, featuring an extensive array of delectable breakfast, lunch and dinner items. All suites and staterooms have the added luxury of enjoying a full, hot breakfast in-room and those staying in Concierge Level or above have the additional privilege of ordering from an expanded lunch and dinner room service menu from The Grand Dining Room. Suite guests have the ultimate indulgence of enjoying course-by-course meals from the comfort of their spacious sanctuaries. Revel in the private luxury of your suite or stateroom, and enjoy an exquisite meal on your tranquil veranda as you take in spectacular seascapes.
Exclusive Dining Experiences
Celebratory, indulgent and unforgettable – a night in either of Riviera’s exclusive culinary venues, Privée and La Reserve by Wine Spectator, offers a divine experience. La Reserve by Wine Spectator creates distinctive pairing dinners and also features sommelier-led tastings and wine seminars. Meanwhile, the opulent private dining venue of Privée transforms a dinner into a luxurious affair. Each creates an extraordinary evening to laugh, savor and remember.
Enrich the Mind and Soul
The satisfying balance of enriching activities and relaxing havens encourages you to enjoy your voyage exactly as you wish. Attend an engaging talk by a historian, naturalist or former ambassador eager to share insider knowledge. Learn to prepare a variety of exquisite dishes at The Culinary Center, our state-of-the-art cooking school aboard Riviera, or embrace your inner artist at Artist Loft, where talented Artists in Residence offer inspiring workshops. Curl up with a classic novel in the cozy library or join one of the many other lively activities hosted each day.
Life On Board
From sipping fine vintages at a wine tasting to attending a show-stopping performance in the ship lounge, a wonderful spectrum of enriching activities and lively entertainment awaits you on board Riviera. Join one of our esteemed Guest Speakers to discover their unique cultural expertise, indulge in a treatment at Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center or take a hands-on cooking class at The Culinary Center. As the sun lowers, gather with friends in one of the convivial bars, attend a spectacular production show or take in an unforgettable musical performance.
Music & Entertainment
World-class musical performances will dazzle you, showcasing an ever-changing array of guest entertainers such as pianists, classical string quartets, dynamic vocalists and spectacular headliners. Riviera features a unique lineup of onboard shows and entertainers to ensure that your interests are constantly piqued. Unforgettable evenings at energetic, show-stopping performances are just steps from your suite or stateroom.
Bars & Lounges
From chic Martinis to the laid-back poolside Waves Bar, there's a perfect enclave on board Riviera for every mood. Visit the elegant Grand Bar for a pre-dinner cocktail, catch a headline act in the Lounge or watch the sun set in Horizons accompanied by a glass of wine and lively music. As you explore the world, these bars and lounges are the place to unwind, gather together, laugh and take in one-of-a-kind shows and musical performances.
Wellness at Sea
Explore the complete array of holistic programs, services and experiences available at Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center – rejuvenating massages, facials, nutrition and lifestyle consultations and so much more are all at your fingertips. Keep up with your exercise routine at our state-of-the-art fitness center or try something new at one of our free fitness classes. Of course, complete relaxation awaits on the gleaming Pool Deck…the perfect place to unwind after an adventurous day ashore.
Sirena does not offer any dedicated Kids & Teens facilities. On selected cruises, however, the Alaska Explorer Youth Program is available: For guests who travel with children, Oceania's Alaska Explorer Youth Program offers the opportunity for everyone to experience the excitement of exploring the Northwest Coast and Alaska in a meaningful, enriching way. Designed for age groups between 5 and 12, the program is supervised by experienced and enthusiastic youth counsellors and includes games, activities and Alaska-inspired special events.
