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Oceania Cruises' 180-Day Cruise Will Visit 34 Countries in 2024

Oceania's world cruise will stop in almost 100 destinations in 180 days.

After record demand for its 2023 world cruise, Oceania Cruises has unveiled the itinerary for its epic global voyage for 2024. The cruise line's 180-day journey around the world will set sail on January 14, 2024, and visit more than 96 destinations in 34 different countries.

"Incredibly, last year our 2023 world cruise sold out in just one day, so for 2024 we are providing guests more extended voyage options to deeply and meaningfully rediscover the world," Howard Sherman, President and CEO of Oceania Cruises, said in a statement shared with Travel + Leisure.

Oceania's "Around the World in 180 Days" cruise will depart from Los Angeles and cross more than three oceans and 15 seas as it makes its way around the globe to New York. The journey, on the Oceania Insignia, stops at more than 100 UNESCO World Heritage sites with 24 overnight stays.

Passengers will journey across the Pacific, through French Polynesia and Australia before continuing onto destinations like Japan and Vietnam's Ha Long Bay. The voyage continues along the shores of India and the Arabian Peninsula before sailing across Europe and completing its route across the Atlantic in New York.

The 2024 "Around the World" journey starts at $48,499 per person and includes roundtrip first-class airfare and amenities like prepaid gratuities, laundry, and luggage delivery. During your days at sea, you can keep yourself busy with spa appointments, art workshops, the casino, cabaret, and four open-seating restaurants — not to mention the daily afternoon tea service accompanied by a four-string quartet. There is also a fitness center and sports deck, and of course, a saltwater pool with two hot tubs.

But if half a year at sea seems a bit too long, Oceania has also created four new Grand Voyages , varying in length from 72 to 82 days. "While a globe-circling journey is the pinnacle of life-changing travel experiences, we have specially curated a set of Grand Voyages for seasoned and time-rich travelers to navigate storied seas, straits, and oceans that boldly connect diverse and exotic corners of the globe," Sherman said.

The four journeys include routes from Los Angeles to Sydney, Abu Dhabi to Tokyo, Mumbai to Tokyo, and Papeete to Cape Town. The voyages start at $15,199 per person and prices vary, depending on the destination.

If you need a little more time to decide, Oceania Cruises has also released the itinerary for their 2025 Around-the-World Cruise which will flip the script and travel east to west from New York, passing through Latin America, Southern Africa, India, Asia, and Australia before finishing in San Diego.

Cailey Rizzo is a contributing writer for Travel + Leisure, currently based in Brooklyn. You can find her on Twitter, Instagram , or at caileyrizzo.com .

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Oceania Insignia Embarks on 180-Days ‘Around the World Cruise 2024’

Today, Oceania Cruises’ Insignia embarks on its 2024 Around the World Cruise, setting sail from San Francisco. This ambitious 180-day journey will take guests on a comprehensive global tour.

After departing from California, Insignia heads towards the Hawaiian Islands, French Polynesia, and the Samoan Islands, eventually reaching New Zealand and Australia. The ship’s route then encompasses various Asian ports, including Bali, Tokyo, Kyoto, and Yangon. The voyage continues through the Suez Canal to Europe, with stops in India, the Arabian Peninsula, and the Red Sea.

The extensive cruise includes visits to the Mediterranean, the Adriatic, Northern Europe, the Atlantic, and the Eastern Seaboard of the United States. The Insignia is scheduled to conclude its half-year global exploration in New York City on July 12, 2024.

Oceania highlights that this journey features visits to 100 UNESCO World Heritage sites across 96 destinations, with 24 overnight stays. Key cities where the ship will have extended visits include Auckland, Shanghai, Singapore, Phuket, Mumbai, Dubai, Barcelona, Seville, Bordeaux, and Reykjavik.

Priced from $48,499 per person, the 2024 Around the World Cruise quickly sold out within just 30 minutes of going on sale in March 2022, setting a new single-day booking record for Oceania Cruises. Notably, almost half of the bookings for this voyage came from first-time guests new to the brand, while 42 percent of passengers from the 2022 World Cruise rebooked for the 2024 journey.

Furthermore, 18 percent of guests on the 2024 World Cruise have chosen to extend their time onboard to a total of 196 days. The Insignia, originally built for Renaissance Cruises, first entered service in 1999 and accommodates 684 guests at double occupancy.

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This 180-day global cruise is at least $41,600 a person and sold out in one day — see what it will be like on board

• Oceania Cruises' "Around the World in 180 Days" 2023 sailing just sold out in one day.
• Bob Binder, Oceania Cruises' president and CEO, attributes its quick sale time to "pent-up demand."
• Prices range from $41,600 to $155,600 for the cruise that hits 33 countries.
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On January 27, Oceania Cruises opened bookings for its 180-day long cruise set for 2023. The trip then sold out within a day.

The COVID-19 pandemic may have halted cruise sailings in the US , but that's not stopping people from booking future trips, even if the voyages are almost two years out. This includes people who have never sailed with Oceania before: 33% of the bookings were made by new guests instead of experienced Oceania travelers.

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"Despite the challenges the world faces today , travelers are clearly bullish on the future and are embracing these new opportunities to travel the world and create lifelong memories," Bob Binder, president and CEO of Oceania Cruises, said in a statement.

The number of new guests on the 180-day cruise and the speed at which it sold out reflects "tremendous pent-up demand," Binder said in a statement on the news release.

And apparently, 180 days out at sea isn't enough for some of its guests.

According to the cruise line, 20% of its world cruise guests have decided to lengthen the voyage to 218 days.

The sold out trip will span from January 15, 2023 to July 13, 2023 ...

... and will start and end in San Francisco.

The "Around the World in 180 Days" cruise hits 96 ports in 33 countries …

… including Namibia, Argentina, the United Arab Emirates, Vietnam, and Thailand.

The trip also includes three days in Antarctica and 61 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

These sites include the Great Wall of China, the Valongo Wharf Archaeological Site in Brazil, the Itsukushima Shinto Shrine in Japan …

… the volcanoes of Kamchatka in Russia, the Singapore Botanic Garden, and Glacier Bay National Park in the US.

In total, the cruise will cross 24 time zones across four continents.

Guests will be spending their 180 days at sea on Oceania's "Insignia" ship.

The Insignia includes four restaurants, eight bars, and 342 suites ...

... accommodating a total of 684 guests.

And what would be a global cruise without cuisine inspired by the worldwide destinations?

There's even plant-based options for the vegetarian and vegan cruisers.

Spending half of the year on a ship may seem like a lot, but the Insignia has a variety of options to keep you entertained while you're out at sea …

… including a spa, gym, art area, putting green, and casino.

There's even the obligatory cruise pool deck.

Prices for the 180-day journey started at $41,600 for a stay in the inside stateroom.

This cost then jumped up to $155,600 for the owner's suite.

These prices can go up even further for those looking to cruise over 180 days.

The inside stateroom sits at 160 square-feet, while the owner's suite spans almost 1,000 square-feet.

"The response to our epic 2023 around the world voyage clearly illustrates the enthusiasm that experienced travelers have for immersive and memorable travel experiences," Binder said in a statement.

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Oceania Cruises Reveals Mega 180-Day Around the World Cruise in 2023

By: Sherry Laskin · Published on January 21, 2021

Today Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, unveiled its  2023 Around The World in 180 Days  voyage which opens for public sale on January 27 th .

Oceania Around the World Cruise Details

Departing San Francisco on January 15, 2023, the 684-guest Insignia will voyage to 96 fascinating destinations in 33 countries across four continents. Part of the immersive journey will include multi-overnight stays in 20 ports of call. From the continents of South America to Africa and Asia and North America’s incredible Alaska, Insignia will spend three days cruising the bays of Antarctica.

“We now know how irreplaceable these experiences are and cherish the privilege of travel more than ever,” stated Bob Binder, President and Chief Executive Officer of Oceania Cruises. “Travel connects us through shared experiences, creates lifelong bonds, and enriches us in ways we never would have imagined. That was the mindset that guided us in crafting this epic around the world voyage for our guests.”

This 180-day cruise features port calls to visit 60 UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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Oceania Special Events on the World Cruise

Guests on full world voyage will have exclusive participation in five included shoreside events.

• An Argentinian Cultural Exposition in Buenos Aires with an equestrian show and tango lessons, fine food and wine, capped off by a grand display of music and dance.
• In Capetown, an afternoon at the renowned Boschendal Winery with a stop at a farmer’s market.
• An evening at Al Maha Desert Dune in the Arabian Desert near Dubai for a Bedouin experience featuring tribal music and dance, a private falcon show and an amazing dinner under the stars. 
• A Burmese Monk Donation Ceremony in Yangon, Myanmar. Experience one of the most sacred rituals of Buddhism – the Donation Ceremony, where Oceania will make a special contribution in support of more than 200 robed monks.
• A candlelit evening at Vung Duc Cave in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ha Long Bay outside of Hanoi. 

World Cruise Highlights

• Continents visited: 4
• Countries visited: 33
• Time zones crossed: 24
• Islands visited: 27
• Ports visited: 96
• UNESCO World Heritage sites accessible: 61
• Overnight stays (including two-night stays): 20
• Oceans cruised: 3
• Seas cruised: 14
• Number of times equator crossed: 4
• Largest population: Tokyo, Japan
• Smallest population: Puerto Chacabuco, Chile

All guests on the Around the World in 180 Days voyage can choose either 64 FREE shore excursions, or a FREE beverage package, or a FREE $6,400 shipboard credit.

All guests will receive Oceania Cruises’ Exclusive Prestige Package  which includes:

• Free first-class roundtrip airfare from more than two dozen select North American air gateways
• Free pre-paid gratuities – a value up to $8,200
• Free onboard medical care
• Free unlimited internet
• Free laundry services
• Free exclusive shoreside events
• Free visa package
• Free luggage delivery for guests from the U.S. and Canada
• Free 1-night pre-cruise luxury hotel stay in the port of embarkation
• Free roundtrip transfers for all guests and for residents within 50 miles from the cruise departure port

Cruise Even Longer than 180 Days

For guests who wish to extend their travels, Oceania Cruises offers travelers the ability to extend their Around The World experience up to a total of 218 days.

January 15, 2023 – 180 Days – San Francisco to San Francisco

January 15, 2023 – 200 Days – San Francisco to New York

December 28, 2022 – 198 Days – Miami to San Francisco

December 28, 2022 – 214 Days – Miami to Miami

December 28, 2022 – 218 Days – Miami to New York

From the looks of the extra add-on days, the Miami to Miami extension would be super convenient for those in South Florida. 

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Oceania’s Epic 180-Day Cruise Will Take You Around the Entire World

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French novelist Jules Verne might have been ambitious by proposing a journey around the world in 80 days, but we’re taking our time and giving ourselves six months to circumnavigate the globe. Or rather, Oceania Cruises is giving folks the opportunity to do so. The company recently announced a 180-day world cruise that will depart from three destinations in 2019—New York on January 11, Miami on January 14, and Los Angeles on January 30—giving you plenty of time to gain your sea legs.

The 684-passenger “Insignia” will navigate more than 45,000 miles across two oceans and 16 seas while visiting 90 destinations in 36 countries (say that five times fast!). During the global odyssey, passengers will makes their way to the beautiful islands of Hawaii and the South Pacific before heading down under for adventures across New Zealand and Australia. Next stops: Asia, the Holy Land, and tried-and-true favorites throughout the Mediterranean; then it’s off to New England, Canada, and Bermuda. Along the route, travelers will also visit dozens of UNESCO World Heritage sites.

The epic expedition also features 14 overnight stays in ports including Bali, Hong Kong, Yangon, and Luxor. Exclusive shoreside events continue to help you cross more off your bucket list than most do in a lifetime. In Tokyo, guests can enjoy an authentic tea ceremony and kabuki and ninja performances at the historic Meguro Gajoen hotel. And in Bordeaux, passengers will have the chance to sample vintage wines and fill up on a three-course dinner of farm-to-table Bordelais delicacies at an 18th-century family-owned estate.

On board, there are four gourmet restaurants serving cooked-to-order continental specialties. Plus, experts will deliver lectures on history, art, and music. The majority of the 342 staterooms and suites even have their own private teak veranda, the perfect perch from which to soak up the panoramic views. Oh, and no matter which of the three cities you set sail from, Oceania’s trip of a lifetime also includes a range of top-notch amenities, including free first-class roundtrip airfare. 

Now, if you could only convince your boss to give you 180 PTO days.

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Insignia Embarks on Oceania Cruises’ 180-Day Around the World Cruise

• January 14, 2024

The Insignia is embarking on Oceania Cruises’ 2024 Around the World Cruise today.

Sailing from San Francisco, the ship is set to offer a 180-day itinerary that circumnavigates the globe.

Upon sailing from California, the Insignia sets course to the Hawaiian Islands, French Polynesia and the Samoan Islands before arriving in New Zealand and Down Under.

The itinerary then includes different ports of call in Asia, such as Bali, Tokyo, Kyoto and Yangon. Continuing on its way to the Suez Canal and Europe, the Insignia visits India, the Arabian Peninsula and the Red Sea.

The worldwide cruise journey continues with ports of call in the Mediterranean, the Adriatic, Northern Europe, the Atlantic and the Eastern Seaboard.

Rounding up the six-month global voyage, the Insignia is set to arrive in New York City on July 12, 2024.

According to Oceania, the complete itinerary features 100 UNESCO World Heritage sites across 96 destinations, with 24 overnight visits.

Among the destinations receiving the ship for extended stays are Auckland, Shanghai, Singapore, Phuket, Mumbai, Dubai, Barcelona, Seville, Bordeaux, and Reykjavik.

With prices starting at $48,499 per person, the 2024 Around the World Cruise sold out in just 30 minutes , leading Oceania Cruises to a new single-day booking record in March 2022.

According to the company, while world cruises typically attract a high amount of repeat guests, the 2024 voyage saw almost half of all bookings come from first-time, new-to-brand guests.

Another 42 percent of the guests that sailed on the 2022 Around the World voyage rebooked for the 2024 voyage, Oceania Cruises said.

Additionally, 18 percent of the 2024 World Cruise guests opted to extend their voyages, to a total of 196 days onboard.

Originally built for Renaissance Cruises, the Insignia first entered service in 1999 and has capacity for 684 guests at double occupancy.

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Oceania Launches 2024 ‘Around the World in 180 Days’ Cruise

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• February 23, 2022

Oceania Cruises has announced its 2024 Around the World in 180 Days itinerary aboard the 684-passenger ship Insignia.  The line has also revealed four Grand Voyages 72 to 82 days long, departing from late 2023 into early 2024.

Around The World in 180 Days

Oceania’s 2024 world cruise will take a westward route, departing Los Angeles on January 14, 2024 and heading across the Pacific to the Hawaiian Islands, French Polynesia, and the Samoan Islands.

The ship will continue south towards the fjords of New Zealand and onto adventures Down Under in Australia. It will then head to Asia, visiting places including Bali, Tokyo, Kyoto, Ha Long Bay, and Yangon.

After exploring India and the Arabian Peninsula, passengers will head into the Mediterranean and northern Europe before crossing the Atlantic Ocean to end the journey on the Eastern Seaboard. The voyage will conclude in New York City.

The epic cruise will feature over 100 UNESCO World Heritage sites across 96 destinations, with 24 overnight stays and a series of complimentary shoreside events and optional multi-day overland programs.

The 180-night sailing starts at $48,499 per person, and includes first-class roundtrip airfare as well as amenities with the Exclusive Prestige Package such as free laundry service, a free visa package, free internet, free pre-paid gratuities, free luggage delivery, and more.

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“Incredibly, last year our 2023 world cruise sold out in just one day, so for 2024 we are providing guests more extended voyage options to deeply and meaningfully rediscover the world,” said Howard Sherman, President and CEO of Oceania Cruises.

“While a globe-circling journey is the pinnacle of life-changing travel experiences, we have specially curated a set of Grand Voyages for seasoned and time-rich travelers to navigate storied seas, straits and oceans that boldly connect diverse and exotic corners of the globe.”

Four New Grand Voyages

Oceania Cruises has also announced four new Grand Voyages, which feature extended evening port stays and meaningful shore excursions.

• Grand Pacific Expedition from Los Angeles to Sydney —  Departing October 4, 2023 on Regatta  — This 77-day voyage visits 12 countries with 10 overnights in ports such as Kyoto, Shanghai, Bali, and Perth. Fares start at $15,199 per person.
• Odyssey of Discoveries from Abu Dhabi to Tokyo —  Departing December 29, 2023 on  Riviera  — This 82-day sailing visits 18 countries with ports across the Arabian Peninsula, India, and Asia, plus calls at places such as Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Fares start at $21,199 per person.
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Experience World Wide Cruises with Oceania 180 Day Cruises

Oceania provides one of the highest quality cruise products by presenting the finest culinary experience at sea, authentic destination experiences, and warm, luxurious ambiances. combining a casually sophisticated onboard experience with the most alluring destinations around the world, oceania provides a truly extraordinary travel experience..

Oceania Insignia

Miami to San Diego

January 5 - July 4, 2025

Continents: 5

Countries: 32 Length: 180

Overnights: 21

Ports Visited: 89

*Prices starting at $44,999 ​pp

Oceania Vista

Los Angeles to Miami

December 20, 2025 - July 6, 2026

Continents: 6

Countries: 43 Length: 197

Overnights: 29

Ports Visited: 101

*Prices starting at $62,999 ​pp

Experience Oceania

The new collection includes a total of 135 captivating itineraries, visiting five continents on voyages ranging from seven to 180 days, including Vista's debut Around The World Voyage. Spanning 329 ports, the new itineraries offer a unique opportunity for curious guests to delve deeper into some of the most enticing and exotic corners of the globe.

"Our new Tropics and Exotics Collection is one of our most exciting yet, featuring a heady mix of iconic cities, remote islands and hidden gems to discover for the very first time," commented Frank A Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. "With various voyages allowing guests to explore a region for weeks or months at a time, and several new overnight port stays, the collection offers a wealth of opportunities for our guests to explore further than ever before, savoring the many flavors of the world and enjoying uniquely curated experiences ashore in these exotic and tropical regions."

More than 90 sailings feature overnight stays allowing guests the chance to immerse themselves in ports of call as diverse as Panama City, Bali and Melbourne, plus new overnight destinations including Willemstad, Curacao; San Juan, Puerto Rico and Port Louis, Mauritius.

Travelers seeking to explore more of the world will revel in the selection of 40 Grand Voyages that afford opportunities for epic journeys across distinct regions and multiple continents. These Grand Voyages explore the wonders of Asia, the stunning topography of the Oceania region, vibrant African cities, tropical Caribbean island retreats and South America's dramatic terrain, all whilst enjoying the home-away-from-home luxury aboard Oceania Cruises' elegant small ships.

Visitors wanting to focus on a specific region of the world have a myriad of carefully curated voyages to choose from, including immersive itineraries discovering the South American continent's dramatic landscapes and diverse heritage, an array of exotic visits to Japan and Southeast Asia, and adventures through Australia and New Zealand.

2025-26 Tropics and Exotics Collection Highlights

• Asia Odysseys | Experience Asia's unique icons, cultural traditions and incredible landscapes with a wider array of sailings in the region than ever before. Regatta focuses on Japan and Southeast Asia, many with multiple overnight stays and ranging from 12 to 16 days, while Riviera offers five additional voyages in these regions. Sirena 's exotic lineup of 10- to 24-day sailings explores the diverse locales of Southeast Asia and Japan with select voyages featuring India and China, plus an exciting 25-day Africa voyage opening the season, and two enchanting South Pacific sailings closing the season.
• Oceania Discoveries | The spectacular topography, remote islands and isolated beauty of Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific come to life with Riviera 's range of 14- to 22-day sailings in the Oceania region. The finale is an adventurous Bering Sea crossing to Alaska.
• Africa Adventures | Nautica focuses on Africa's amazing wonders, offering opportunities to experience the continent's unmistakable unity of culture and nature with a series of five voyages ranging from 11 to 30 days.
• Panama Canal & Caribbean Retreats | Experience the crystal-clear Caribbean waters, island culture and iconic Panama Canal aboard Insignia, with Tampa as a new convenient embarkation and debarkation port. Allura, the line's newest ship – launching in summer 2025 – offers even more opportunities to experience island bliss as she spends a sun-drenched season in the balmy Caribbean across both the Eastern and Western regions with a series of nine sailings, ranging from seven to 14 days.
• South America Explorations | Take in the continent's dramatic landscapes, diverse heritage and natural beauty with a series of six sailings aboard Marina – ranging from 10 to 24 days –exploring Patagonia, the best of Brazil, the Amazon and beyond, before crossing to the Mediterranean in April.
• Vista 's First Around the World Journey | Experience an Oceania Cruises first as Vista becomes the ultimate home at sea for an epic 2026 sojourn that explores South America for nearly six weeks before discovering jewels across Australia, the South Pacific and Southeast Asia, continuing onwards to spend a memorable month in Europe.
• Unique and new overnight stays | With more than 90 voyages featuring overnight stays, enjoy more opportunities for unique destination experiences and more immersion in ports as diverse as those found in Panama, Bali, Indonesia and Australia as well as new overnight port stays for Oceania Cruises such as Willemstad, Curacao; San Juan, Puerto Rico and Port Louis, Mauritius.

For additional information on Oceania Cruises' small-ship luxury product, exquisitely crafted cuisine and expertly curated travel experiences, visit OceaniaCruises.com, call 855-OCEANIA, or speak with a professional travel advisor.

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 is a wholly owned subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH). To learn more, visit  www.nclhltd.com .

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Oceania Insignia

Former names: columbus 2 (hapag-lloyd cruises), r1, r-one (renaissance cruises).

Cruise line Oceania Cruises

• New York (NYC Manhattan-Brooklyn)
• Miami (Florida)

Oceania Insignia current position

Oceania Insignia current location is at South East Asia (coordinates 17.29158 N / 107.74286 E) cruising at speed of 17.4 kn (32 km/h | 20 mph) en route to CHAN MAY. The AIS position was reported 3 hours ago.

Current itinerary of Oceania Insignia

Oceania Insignia current cruise is 196 days, one-way from Miami to New York , themed as "Easter". The itinerary starts on 29 Dec, 2023 and ends on 12 Jul, 2024 .

Specifications of Oceania Insignia

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The 1998-built (as "R One") Oceania Insignia cruise ship is the first/oldest of the R-(Renaissance)-Class liners, with sisterships Nautica, Regatta and Sirena (former Ocean Princess). Oceania ship Insignia was drydock-refurbished in 2018 (November-December) by the company's OceaniaNEXT fleet renovation project (2019-2020).

The vessel (IMO number 9156462) is currently Marshall Islands /France- flagged (MMSI 538001663) and registered in Majuro .

History - construction and ownership

Oceania Cruises is a US passenger shipping company and luxury travel brand owned by NCLH-Norwegian (shipowner), Between April 2007 and September 2014, the company (as part of "Prestige Cruise Holdings") was owned by Apollo Management LP - one of the world's largest private investment equity funds. Since September 2014, Oceania and the sister company RSSC-Regent are owned by NCLH - acquired at a total cost of USD 3 billion. Oceania ships offer luxury cruises with relatively shorter itineraries, as well as Around The World voyages up to 180 days in length.

The 700-passenger ship Insignia is currently back to Oceania Cruises. The concise history of ms Insignia includes the names of ms R One (1998-2003), ms Insignia (2004-2012) and ms Columbus 2 (2012-2014) as former names of a single passenger ship. Hapag-Lloyd decided not to renew MS Insignia's charter after 2014.

Decks and Cabins

Oceania Insignia staterooms (349 total, in 16 grades) include 62 Suites, 170 Balcony, 89 Oceanview (including 14 single-occupancy) and 28 Inside cabins. Most staterooms (66%) are Balcony and sized 175 ft2 / 16 m2. Most cabin balconies are smaller (sized 45 ft2 / 4 m2).

The largest accommodations are the Owners Suites (620 ft / 58 m2 plus 345 ft2 / 32 m2 terrace).

The boat has 11 decks , of which 9 are passenger-accessible and 5 with cabins.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

Oceania guests take advantage of the flexibility of 4 open-seating dining venues. The Grand Dining Room serves Continental cuisine. it is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Alternative, reservations-required options are Toscana, which offers gourmet Italian food, and the steak house Polo Grill. The buffet restaurant Terraces serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is transformed into "Tapas on the Terrace" at night for a relaxed atmosphere. All dining venues have bars, and there is no cover charge. In addition, a poolside grill offers hamburgers, sandwiches and salads at lunchtime. There is also a pizzeria in the buffet area. The observation lounge Horizons serves afternoon tea. Room service is available 24 hours.

Follows the complete list of Insignia restaurants and food bars.

• Grand Dining Room (complimentary 340-seat restaurant for open seating Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner; offers French-inspired dishes, and menus change daily)
• Waves Grill (casual dining fast-food bar; serves the pool deck area with made-to-order daily specialities and gelato ice cream)
• Terrace Cafe & Bar (casual buffet restaurant, complimentary; open for breakfast and lunch; features indoor and outdoor sitting areas; the Terrace Bar serves as a small pizzeria as well; the Terrace Cafe transforms into “Tapas On The Terrace” at night serving traditional Mediterranean cuisine)
• Toscana (96-seat Italian fine dining restaurant, dinner-only, reservations-only, complimentary; offers traditional Italian cuisine)
• Polo Grill (96-seat Steakhouse restaurant, complimentary; reservations required).

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

Insignia welcomes her guest in an amazing country club atmosphere while her cruises offer an unforgettable adventure travel experience. The mid-size of ms Insignia and the fact that she is non-crowded allows her guest to relax completely.

Follows the complete list of Insignia lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens and adults.

• Insignia Lounge (main showroom/theatre for live evening entertainment and themed dancing parties; hosts daily trivia quizzes, lectures and presentations)
• The Casino (operates with USD bets; served by the Casino Bar)
• Martinis (a piano bar serving a variety of Martinis)
• Two Boutiques (duty-free perfumes, jewelry, Oceania-logo merchandise, clothes, gifts, convenience goods)
• Upper Hall lounge area (with grand piano for live performances; served by the Martinis Bar)
• Grand Bar (wine bar; hosts wine tastings; served by Baristas making complimentary illy beverages)
• Insignia Wellness Center (includes a Spa Terrace, Spa Whirlpool, Steam Rooms, Treatment Rooms, Styling Salon, Canyon Ranch Spa Club, Fitness/Gym, and Boardroom (cards playing and board games; Canyon Ranch Spa Club treatments include: Acupuncture, Ayurveda, Healing Energy, Body Wraps and Scrubs, Skin Care, Tanning, Massages and Exotic Treatments.)
• Oceania@Sea (24-hour Internet computers room; Private lessons/group classes are also provided)
• Pool area (with one swimming pool, two Whirlpools, sunbathing area and a Band Stand; served by the Waves Bar)
• The Patio (outdoor shaded lounge with chairs, daybeds, sofas)
• Horizons (Lounge & Bar served by the Horizons Bar; has floor-ceiling windows, live entertainment, full bar; also serves Afternoon Tea; becomes a nightclub at night)
• Fitness Track (Power Walking/Jogging Track); Promenade (Deck 5)
• The Library (1000+ books of which many port-destination guide books)
• Sun Deck (served by the Polo Bar; has sunloungers, showers, deck games - Shuffleboard, Golf Driving Net, 9-hole Mini-Golf putting greens).

Itineraries

MS Insignia's itinerary program is based on luxury World Cruises roundtrip from Miami with various segments, Mediterranean itineraries, Asia cruises with departures from Singapore and Hong Kong , voyages in Australia and South Pacific, Panama Canal transits and Transatlantic repositioning crossings.

The ship's 2022 schedule included a 196-day world voyage visiting 6 continents (44 countries, 43 islands, 91 ports, 68 UNESCO sites), 19 overnights, navigation in 23 waterways (4 oceans, 19 seas), with 22 time-zone crossings, 2 equator crossings.

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Oceania Insignia Wiki

Oceania Cruises Insignia ship is the company's first and oldest vessel of the R-class (R stands for "Renaissance"), with sisterships the fleetmates Nautica , Regatta , Sirena (Ocean Princess). Other vessels with this design are the Azamara fleetmates Azamara Journey , Azamara Pursuit , Azamara Quest , Azamara Onward (Pacific Princess) .

MS Insignia was ordered and operated as "R One" by Renaissance Cruises in the period 1998-2003. After the line's bankruptcy, the ship was bought and renamed "Insignia" (2004-2012). Between 2012 and 2014 she was operated by Hapag-Lloyd Cruises as "Columbus 2".

On September 2, 2014, the NCL Norwegian company purchased the company "Prestige Cruise Holdings" (owner of Oceania and RSSC-Regent Seven Seas ) for USD 3,025 billion, thus becoming the official owner of all vessels in both fleets.

In 2017, Insignia became the 3rd Oceania Cruises ship to visit Cuba - following the fleet mates Marina (2016) and Regatta (2017). In February 2017, the company announced the addition of 6 more (Insignia) cruises to Cuba from Miami Florida . Itineraries (ranging 6-13 days in length) were scheduled between November 14 and December 21 (2017). Four of those included Havana overnight stays. Oceania ships operated a variety of itineraries, including a circumnavigation of Cuba (with stops in ports Cienfuegos and Havana ) and also visiting Cuba as part of some Panama Canal transition cruises .

The Apollo Group company provides all Oceania ships with the entire onboard hotel product and services. This includes administration, food staff (preparation and serving), housekeeping staff, also the vessel's provisioning and crewing. Other cruise lines served by Apollo are Thomson UK (Marella Cruises) and RSSC-Regent .

Oceania Insignia refurbishment 2018 review

Insignia ship's OceaniaNEXT refurbishment 2018 (November 18 - December 6, at Grand Bahama Shipyard in Freeport Bahamas ) resulted in the following changes.

• New public spaces include open-floor design Lobby with Reception Hall (lower level) and Upper Hall (2nd level). They are connected via Grand Staircase (decorated with railings and balustrades) and feature a large crystal chandelier (with hanging pieces of hand-painted glass).
• Grand Dining Room (aft on Deck 5) received new premium dining furniture (leather chairs with metallic bronze threading) and new crystal chandelier.
• Martinis (piano bar lounge on Deck 5) was redesigned, new silver-white marble bar top and walnut paneling were added.
• All staterooms were completely overhauled (redesigned and refurnished) and upgraded with custom-made furniture, polished wood, stone finishes, designer accessories, smart HDTVs (interactive / infotainment system with movies-on-demand and Internet), USB ports, LED lighting.
• All cabin bathrooms were overhauled and received new tiling, surfaces, fixtures, designer accessories, vanities, glass shower enclosures.
• Penthouse-Vista-Owner suite bathrooms were enlarged and upgraded with Carrara marble, onyx and polished granite tops.

Oceania's 2018-2022 refurbishment projects (ships Insignia, Nautica, Regatta, Sirena) cost the company ~USD 100 million.

Oceania Insignia refurbishment 2016 review

The list of deckplan changes after the ship's 2016 drydock refurbishment (April 24-May 8, at CNM-Chantier Naval de Marseille in Marseille France ) included:

• All passenger cabins received new decors, new furnishings and luxury fabrics.
• All cabin bathrooms were upgraded with oversized showers. Owner and Vista suite bathrooms received new vanities (made of onyx and granite).
• Penthouse Suites were remodeled like on Marina-Riviera ships.
• "Horizons" bar lounge (Deck 10) received new colors and furnishings.
• All lounges were renovated with new carpeting, chairs, premium fabrics and upholstery.
• "Martinis" bar lounge (Deck 5) and Lido Pool area (Deck 9) received new furnishings.
• Ship's Spa complex (Deck 9) was remodeled with 2 new steam rooms, while locker rooms were redecorated with new custom-made tiles and mosaics.
• Terrace Cafe (buffet on Deck 9 aft) was redecorated, and Terrace Grill station was added (similar to Marina-Riviera ships).
• Grand Bar (Deck 5) received Barista coffee machines and the amenities were upgraded with complimentary illy coffees and gourmet desserts.
• New deck games (Deck 11) include Shuffleboard and 9-hole Mini-Golf putting green.

Oceania ships refurbishment 2016 project (for Insignia, Nautica, Regatta) cost the company ~USD 50 million.

Oceania World Cruise 2024 itinerary

On March 2, 2022, Oceania opened for booking Insignia's "2024 Around the World in 180 Days". The voyage visits 96 ports/islands (34 countries, 78 complimentary shore excursions) and crosses 3 oceans and 15 seas. Curiously, the voyage was sold out within just ~30 minutes of the sale opening. Oceania announced that 42% of the "World Voyage 2022" customers booked "World Voyage 2024", and 18% of the bookings opted for the 196-day extension package.

The 180-day itinerary departs from Los Angeles (January 14) and visits popular destinations in Hawaii, French Polynesia, Samoa, Australia and New Zealand, Asia - Indonesia (Bali), Japan (Tokyo, Kyoto), Myanmar (Yangon/Rangoon), India, Arabian Peninsula, Europe (Mediterranean), follows a Transatlantic crossing to the USA and the voyage ends in NYC New York.

Prices started from USD 48500 per person with double occupancy (for the 180-day voyage) and USD 53000 pp (for the 196-day voyage). The 196-day itinerary starts from Miami Florida (Dec 29, 2023) and prior to Los Angeles visits George Town Grand Cayman (Dec 31), Cartagena Colombia (Jan 2), Panama Canal (transit on Jan 3)Puntarenas Costa Rica (Jan 5), Corinto Nicaragua (Jan 6), Puerto Quetzal Guatemala (Jan 7), Acapulco Mexico (Jan 9), Cabo San Lucas Mexico (Jan 11) and Ensenada Mexico (Jan 13).

Fares were inclusive of First Class Roundtrip Flight, Roundtrip Transfers, Visa Package, Pre-Paid Gratuities (max US$8200), Onboard Medical Care, Onboard Internet, Laundry Services, Luggage Delivery, 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel.

Oceania World Cruise 2023 itinerary

In mid-January 2021 Oceania introduced its "2023 Around The World in 180 Days" voyage. General public bookings opened on January 27. The company's "ultimate B2B" (back-to-back) was the 217-day itinerary from Miami to NYC.

The 180-day roundtrip from San Francisco CA (January 15, 2023) visits 96 ports/destinations in 33 countries across 4 continents, 60+ UNESCO sites, 20 port overnights, cruising in Antarctica. The Antarctic experience features 3 full days of scenic cruising in the South Shetland Islands - including Half Moon Island and Admiralty Bay ( King George Island ) and Paradise Harbor (Graham Land).

Next table shows the 217-day B2B leaving in 2022 (Dec 28).

All bookings on Oceania's World Cruise 2023 receive either 64 free shore excursions or a free USD 6400 per person OBC (shipboard credit) or a free beverage package. In addition to those inclusions, all bookings also receive Oceania's "Exclusive Prestige Package" with free perks like first-class roundtrip flights from various North American airports, pre-paid gratuities (up to USD 8200 pp), onboard medical care, unlimited WiFi Internet, laundry services, shoreside events, visa package, luggage delivery (Canadian and USA passengers), 1-night pre-cruise luxury hotel (in the embarkation port), roundtrip bus transfers (within 80 km / 50 mi from the embarkation port).

Oceania also offers the option for extending the Around The World cruise 2023 up to 218 days by adding the following segments:

• December 28, 2022 - 198-day from Miami to San Francisco
• December 28, 2022 - 214-day roundtrip from Miami
• December 28, 2022 - 218-day from Miami to NYC New York
• January 15, 2023 - 180-day roundtrip from San Francisco
• January 15, 2023 - 200-day from San Francisco to NYC

Oceania World Cruise 2022 itinerary

The 196-day "World Cruise 2022" itinerary (Dec 21, 2021, thru July 5, 2022) covers 6 continents (44 countries, 43 islands, 91 ports, 68 UNESCO sites), and features 18 port overnights, navigation in 23 waterways (4 oceans and 19 seas), 22 time-zone crossings and 2 equator crossings.

The voyage was also offered in smaller itinerary segments, including the "180 Days Around The World" itinerary leaving from Los Angeles.

Insignia's World Voyage 2022 prices started from EUR 37540 pp (double-occupancy cabin rates).

Oceania World Cruise 2021 itinerary (CANCELED)

For 2021, Oceania Cruises planned for the Insignia ship a 181-day World Voyage roundrip from the USA (Miami to NYC). Eventually, in early-October 2020, NCLH (shipowner and Oceania's parent company) canceled the sailing due to the ongoing COVID-related international travel restrictions.

181-day from Miami to NYC New York - prices from USD 87000 pp

Note: Oceania Insignia World Cruise 2020 (194-day itinerary "Grand Expedition" roundtrip from Miami) was INTERRUPTED due to the pandemic.

Oceania Cruises releases 2025-26 Tropics and Exotics collection

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Oceania Cruises has released its 2025-26 Tropics and Exotics collection.

The programme features 135 itineraries visiting five continents and 329 ports on cruises ranging from seven to 180 days in length, with 40 Grand Voyages and one World Voyage available.

More than 90 sailings include overnights in ports, including stays in Panama City, Bali and Melbourne, plus new overnight destinations Willemstad, Curacao; San Juan, Puerto Rico; and Port Louis, Mauritius.

More:  Oceania to offer free pre-cruise hotel stays

Regatta (pictured) will sail around Japan and southeast Asia, offering a selection of itineraries ranging from 12 to 16 days, while Riviera and Sirena will both offer additional departures in the region, with Sirena also sailing a 25-day Africa voyage at the start of the season and two South Pacific sailings at the end.

Riviera will also sail a range of 14 to 22-day cruises in the Oceania region, as well as a Bering Sea crossing to Alaska. Nautica will depart on five voyages in Africa ranging from 11 to 30 days.

Insignia will operate sailings in the Caribbean and Panama Canal from its new homeport in Tampa, while new ship Allura, which is scheduled to enter service in summer 2025, will depart on eastern and western Caribbean sailings ranging from seven to 14 days.

Marina will begin the season in South America operating sailings ranging from 10 to 24 days exploring Patagonia, Brazil and the Amazon before repositioning to the Mediterranean in April 2026.

Meanwhile, Vista will depart on a 180-night World Voyage cruising in South America, Australia, South Pacific, southeast Asia and Europe.

President Frank Del Rio said: “Our new Tropics and Exotics collection is one of our most exciting yet, featuring a heady mix of iconic cities, remote islands and hidden gems to discover for the very first time.

“With various voyages allowing guests to explore a region for weeks or months at a time and several new overnight port stays, the collection offers a wealth of opportunities for our guests to explore further than ever before, savouring the many flavours of the world and enjoying uniquely curated experiences ashore in these exotic and tropical regions.”

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135 itineraries ranging from seven to 180-days, including 40 Grand Voyages

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Oceania Cruises has revealed its 2025/2026 Tropics and Exotics Collection, available now for preview online before going on sale to the public on 18 April 2024.

The new collection includes 135 itineraries, visiting five continents on voyages ranging from seven to 180 days, including Vista ’s debut 2026 Around The World Voyage. Spanning 329 ports, the new itineraries offer a unique opportunity for curious guests to delve deeper into some of the most enticing and exotic corners of the globe.

“Our new Tropics and Exotics Collection is one of our most exciting yet, featuring a heady mix of iconic cities, remote islands and hidden gems to discover for the very first time,” said Frank A Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises .

“With various voyages allowing guests to explore a region for weeks or months at a time, and several new overnight port stays, the collection offers a wealth of opportunities for our guests to explore further than ever before, savouring the many flavours of the world and enjoying uniquely curated experiences ashore in these exotic and tropical regions.”

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More than 90 sailings feature overnight stays allowing guests an opportunity to immerse themselves in ports of call as diverse as Panama City, Bali and Melbourne, plus new overnight destinations including Willemstad, Curacao; San Juan, Puerto Rico and Port Louis, Mauritius.

Travellers seeking to explore more of the world will revel in the selection of 40 Grand Voyages that afford opportunities for epic journeys across distinct regions and multiple continents. These Grand Voyages explore the wonders of Asia, the stunning topography of the Oceania region, vibrant African cities, tropical Caribbean island retreats and South America’s dramatic terrain, all whilst enjoying the home-away-from-home luxury aboard Oceania Cruises’ elegant small ships.

Visitors wanting to focus on a specific region of the world have a myriad of carefully curated voyages to choose from, including immersive itineraries discovering the South American continent’s dramatic landscapes and diverse heritage, an array of exotic visits to Japan and Southeast Asia, and adventures through Australia and New Zealand.

2025-26 Tropics and Exotics Collection Highlights

Asia Odysseys | Experience Asia’s unique icons, cultural traditions and incredible landscapes with a wider array of sailings in the region than ever before. Regatta focuses on Japan and Southeast Asia, many with multiple overnight stays and ranging from 12 to 16 days, while Riviera offers five additional voyages in these regions. Sirena ’s exotic lineup of 10- to 24-day sailings explores the diverse locales of Southeast Asia and Japan with select voyages featuring India and China, plus an exciting 25-day Africa voyage opening the season, and two enchanting South Pacific sailings closing the season.

Oceania Discoveries | The spectacular topography, remote islands and isolated beauty of Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific come to life with Riviera ’s range of 14- to 22-day sailings in the Oceania region. The finale is an adventurous Bering Sea crossing to Alaska.

Africa Adventures | Nautica focuses on Africa’s amazing wonders, offering opportunities to experience the continent’s unmistakable unity of culture and nature with a series of five voyages ranging from 11 to 30 days.

Panama Canal & Caribbean Retreats | Experience the crystal-clear Caribbean waters, island culture and iconic Panama Canal aboard Insignia , with Tampa as a new convenient embarkation and debarkation port. Allura , the line’s newest ship – launching in summer 2025 – offers even more opportunities to experience island bliss as she spends a sun-drenched season in the balmy Caribbean across both the Eastern and Western regions with a series of nine sailings, ranging from seven to 14 days.

South America Explorations | Take in the continent’s dramatic landscapes, diverse heritage and natural beauty with a series of six sailings aboard Marina – ranging from 10 to 24 days –exploring Patagonia, the best of Brazil, the Amazon and beyond, before crossing to the Mediterranean in April.

Vista ’s First Around the World Journey | Experience an Oceania Cruises first as Vista becomes the ultimate home at sea for an epic 2026 sojourn that explores South America for nearly six weeks before discovering jewels across Australia, the South Pacific and Southeast Asia, continuing onwards to spend a memorable month in Europe.

Unique and new overnight stays | With more than 90 voyages featuring overnight stays, enjoy more opportunities for unique destination experiences and more immersion in ports as diverse as those found in Panama, Bali, Indonesia and Australia as well as new overnight port stays for Oceania Cruises such as Willemstad, Curacao; San Juan, Puerto Rico and Port Louis, Mauritius.

For additional information, see OceaniaCruises.com .

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Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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