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Overview

Oceania's two mid-size ships, including the Regatta cruise ship, afford incomparable luxury, including cuisine that is simply the finest at sea. This Oceania ship has 400 staff members to cater to the 684 onboard guests' every whim - providing highly personalized service. There's a sense of warmth and intimacy throughout, so the ambiance resembles that of a private country club - casual, yet elegant.

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Dining

Grand Dinning Room:
Oceania Regatta offers a grand dinning room topped with a dramatic, domed ceiling that is adorned with a hand-painted fresco, the Grand Dining Room is reminiscent of a classic European, 5-star hotel restaurant. The tuxedo-clad wait staff serves six courses of American-inspired Continental cuisine atop elegantly appointed tables set with Villeroy & Boch China and European crystal. To complement your dining experience, soothing melodies from a classical string quartet or concert pianist tempt you to take a spin around the dance floor.

Polo Grill:
The finest cuts of dry-aged prime beef, chops and fresh seafood are the signature items of Polo Grill. Seating just 96 guests, this classic steakhouse features floor-to-ceiling windows affording views of passing seascapes and is warmly decorated with dark woods and elegant furnishings.

Toscana:
Enjoy the romantic, whimsical ambiance of this intimate, 90-seat restaurant that captures the flair and essence of Tuscany. The savory gourmet cuisine reflects the very best of Italy in dishes representative of its many regions. Nearly every table is adjacent to floor-to-ceiling windows for soaring views of sea and sky.

Terrace:
It’s hard to resist the sumptuous, ever changing breakfast and lunch buffets in this light-filled, informal buffet restaurant. You may dine indoors or outdoors since the Café opens onto both the teak-lined pool deck or aft onto the Terrace, where the tantalizing sea breeze is sure to stir your appetite.

Tapas:
Each evening, the alfresco dining area of the Terrace Cafe becomes Tapas on the Terrace with a sumptuous buffet. Here you will enjoy dining under the stars, specialty cocktails and a menu of authentic tapas, paellas and other flavorful regional specialties from Spain and the surrounding Mediterranean. Our buffet allows Guests a bountiful selection of traditional favorites including carefully prepared entrees, salads, soups, and a carvery with tantalizing desserts to finish.

Oceania Cruises strive to provide a relaxing and enjoyable dining experience, one that encourages you to lose yourself in the splendor of the passing scenery and good company of your fellow shipmates. The exceptional dining experiences onboard this Oceania ship are sure to produce a more than satisfactory Regatta cruise review upon your return.

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Cabins

Owner's and Vista Suites:
For those who seek life's ultimate pleasures, these suites feature floor-to-ceiling glass doors, which open to a wraparound private veranda, allowing you to savor spectacular ocean views from your living room, dining area, and spacious bedroom. Relax in your private whirlpool spa or watch movies and news coverage on your two color televisions. A complete entertainment center also features a DVD and CD player and a refrigerated mini-bar. Outdoors, the veranda is furnished with comfortable chaises, table and deck chairs. There is even a separate guest bathroom and 24-hour butler service.

Penthouse Suite:
Watch the sun rise over a distant land as you sip the morning's first cup of freshly brewed coffee on your own private veranda. You'll feel like royalty in these elegant suites with large sliding glass doors and 24-hour butler service. These suites offer all the amenities you'd expect to find in a world-class hotel - comfortable seating, an intimate area for private in-room dining, refrigerated mini-bar and ample closet space. 322 square feet (Located on deck eight). Private Veranda.

Concierge Level Veranda:
Note: Concierge Level class of service will be launched on Regatta and Insignia beginning in April 2005. A tasteful example of understated elegance, our Concierge Level cabins boast a private teak veranda, as well as a preferred location on Decks 7 and 8 of Regatta and Insignia. They offer such room amenities as a welcome bottle of champagne; a refrigerated mini-bar; TV and DVD player; personalized stationary; our exclusive Tranquility Bed featuring 350 thread count Egyptian cotton linens; a cashmere throw blanket; a complimentary tote bag and bathroom fixtures including a hand held hairdryer, Hansgrohe massaging shower heads and luxury toiletries. In addition to the cabin amenities, Oceania Cruises’ Concierge Level cabins also offer guests special service enhancements: Priority embarkation with a dedicated check-in desk and priority luggage delivery; priority restaurant reservations and complimentary shoeshine service.

Veranda Cabin:
There is nothing quite so relaxing as lounging in your own private veranda looking out over spectacular seascapes and exotic ports. These beautifully decorated cabins offer a great vantage point for a last look at the stars before bedtime. 216 square feet (Located on deck 6) Your choice of queen bed or two twins.

Deluxe Ocean View Cabin:
Open the door to your cabin and you will immediately sense the attention to detail, from the custom-designed furnishings to the fashionable fabrics and spacious bathroom. These spacious cabins feature a comfortable sitting area and small breakfast table.
C: 165 square feet (Located on decks 4,6,7) Your choice of queen bed or two twins. Large panorama window.
D: 165 square feet (Located on deck three). Your choice of queen bed or two twins. Porthole.
E: 160 square feet (Located mid-ship on deck six). Your choice of queen bed or two twins. Picture window with partially obstructed view.

Ocean View Cabin:
View spectacular seascapes in these exquisitely appointed cabins that were designed for maximum comfort - offering a seating area with a plush sofa, a vanity desk, and a breakfast table. 165 square feet (Located on deck three) Your choice of queen bed or two twins. Porthole.

Inside Cabin:
Each time you enter your cabin, you'll appreciate the spacious accommodations. Comfortable furnishings and warm woods combine to make the cabin your own private retreat. Each offers a comfortable sitting area and plenty of storage space. 160 square feet (Located on decks four, six, seven and eight). Your choice of queen bed or two twins.

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Entertainment

Entertainment

Regatta/Insignia Lounge:
From headline acts to comedians and magicians to lively jazz ensembles, the Regatta and Insignia lounges are the center of nightly entertainment aboard Oceania Cruises.

Grand Bar:
Before enjoying a gourmet meal, sample a rare vintage or imbibe in your favorite libation as you enjoy spirited conversation with new found friends amid the opulence of the convivial Grand Bar.

Polo Bar:
Located in the Polo Grill, the Polo Bar is the perfect place to gather with friends and relax while you sample an almost infinite variety of premium, single-malt scotch and full-grain whiskeys.

Grappa Bar:
Grappa n. a refined Italian spirit distilled from the leaves of the grapes after they have been pressed for winemaking. Experience the elegance of this spirit at Grappa, the perfect venue to cap off the evening with an Italian digestif.

Horizons:
An observation lounge with dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows offers captivating views, sweeping vistas and a convivial bar in which to enjoy your favorite cocktail.

Martinis:
Martinis serves numerous incarnations of this famous cocktail in an intimate atmosphere, featuring live piano music and reminiscent of a private gentleman’s club.

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Casino

The casino features Blackjack, Roulette, Poker, and a variety of slot machines for your gaming pleasure.

Guests must be at least 18 years of age to enter and use this Las Vegas-style facility, which operates only while the ship is sailing in international waters, and during the hours listed in Oceania Currents, the ship’s daily newsletter.

The professional casino staff will be happy to provide Guests with instructions and rules of each game.

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Fitness / Recreation

Whether you are looking to stay fit or start a new exercise regimen, you’ll find everything you need in Oceania's state of the art fitness center. This large, airy facility has everything you need and is equipped with the latest exercise equipment. In addition to a fully equipped gym, the fitness center offers a range of complimentary classes combining, aerobics, body tone, dance and step. Oceania's fully qualified instructors are available to answer any questions you might have.

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Spa

A veritable oasis for the mind, body and soul, the Oceania Spa by Mandara elevates pampering to a new level. The tranquil ambiance encourages you to happily succumb to an array of rejuvenating treatments. Try an Elemis Aromapure Facial , which will leave your face with a youthful, radiant glow. Or let the nimble fingers of an able masseuse soothe away all the cares of the world.

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Kids

There are no organized children's programs or services on the Regatta or Insignia.

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Shopping

There are two boutiques onboard offering a wide selection of quality duty-free items, clothing, jewelry, perfumes, Oceania Cruises logo wear, and sundry items. Due to local regulations, the ship’s shops are usually closed while in port. Shop operating hours will be listed each day in Oceania Currents, the ship’s daily newsletter.

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Dress Code

Recommended onboard clothing is resort or country club casual. For evening dining, elegant casual resort wear is suggested. Oceania requests that jeans, shorts, t-shirts or tennis shoes not be worn at dinner.

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Gratuity / Tipping

How much you choose to tip is a personal matter and completely at your discretion. For your convenience, a suggested gratuity in recognition of outstanding personal service of $11.50 per Guest, per day, will automatically be added to your shipboard account. Gratuities are combined in a pool due to the fact that the ship offers multiple open-seating venues and you will likely be served by many different staff members during the course of your stay onboard.

An 18% gratuity is automatically added to all beverage purchases. Naturally, you may increase or decrease gratuities at your sole discretion.

Guests occupying a Penthouse, Vista or Owner’s Suite will have an additional $3.50 gratuity per Guest, per day added in recognition of outstanding Butler Service.

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