{"id":829517,"date":"2025-03-25T09:14:19","date_gmt":"2025-03-25T13:14:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/oceania-cruises-riviera-to-make-its-debut-in-australia-new-zealand-and-the-south-pacific\/"},"modified":"2025-03-25T09:14:19","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T13:14:19","slug":"oceania-cruises-riviera-to-make-its-debut-in-australia-new-zealand-and-the-south-pacific","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/oceania-cruises-riviera-to-make-its-debut-in-australia-new-zealand-and-the-south-pacific\/","title":{"rendered":"Oceania Cruises’ Riviera\u2122 to Make its Debut in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n Luxury Cruise Line Expands Horizon with Immersive Itineraries Through Australia, Showcasing Australasian Gems and South Pacific Wonders <\/i>\n <\/p>\n

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\n <\/span>, March 25, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ — Oceania Cruises\u00ae<\/u><\/a>, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is preparing its luxurious 1,250-guest ship Riviera\u2122<\/sup><\/i> to sail its first-ever Australia<\/span> and New Zealand<\/span> season of voyages.<\/p>\n

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\n Riviera <\/i>will be the only Oceania Cruises vessel in the region to offer exclusive itineraries with a gourmet foodie focus. Guests can immerse themselves in the local culinary scene through a broad array of small-group shore excursions including visits to local markets, rice fields, and truffle farms, incorporating everything from Australia’s<\/span> globally revered seafood to New Zealand’s<\/span> world-famous lamb.<\/p>\n

The 2026 Australia and New Zealand<\/span> season will run from November 2025<\/span> to March 2026<\/span>, featuring a diverse selection of itineraries ranging from 14 to 35 days, with departures from multiple ports across the region. Voyages combine hidden gems like Mystery Island in Vanuatu<\/span>, Dunedin<\/span> in New Zealand<\/span>, and Kangaroo Island in South Australia<\/span>, with iconic ports such as Sydney<\/span>, offering travelers a perfect balance of discovery and familiarity. With hundreds of excursions available, guests can choose how they want to explore each port thanks to the line’s expansive array of excursions in each destination. Among them, chef-led Culinary Discovery Tours\u2122\u00a0to local restaurants or see a destination through the eyes of local fishermen and farmers.<\/p>\n

“We are incredibly excited to bring Riviera <\/i>to Australia<\/span> and New Zealand<\/span> for the first time,” said Jason Montague<\/span>, Chief Luxury Officer, Oceania Cruises. “This new chapter reflects our commitment to offering exceptional, immersive experiences that celebrate the region’s diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes. Riviera<\/i>‘s\u00a0voyages will offer travelers an unmatched opportunity to savor the finest local cuisine while exploring some of the world’s most iconic destinations in unparalleled comfort and style.”<\/p>\n

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\n Riviera<\/i>\u00a0features The Culinary Center, a state-of-the-art cooking school at sea where guests can participate in hands-on cooking classes inspired by regional flavors.<\/p>\n

The award-winning culinary team has introduced a new class for this year designed to showcase local foodie highlights, the “Down Under Abundance” \u2013 a culinary experience inspired by the richness of ingredients found in Australia<\/span> and New Zealand<\/span>. Carefully crafted in collaboration with Oceania Cruises’ “Down Under” chef colleagues, the class celebrates the freshest offerings from the sea, the mountains, and the vineyards of this extraordinary destination.<\/p>\n

\n Riviera <\/i>boasts a remarkable selection of gourmet dining venues, each providing a unique culinary experience:<\/p>\n