180-Day World Expeditions Brochure – WORLD

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AROUND THE WORLD Insignia

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WORLD ODYSSEY

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World Expeditions Awar d-W i nni ng M i d- Si ze Shi ps | D es t i n a t i o n S p e c i a l i st s | Fi n e st C u i si n e A t S e a | C o u n t r y C l u b C asual Am biance | Ext r aor dinar y Value

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Oceania Cruises is thrilled to unveil the most spectacular voyages ever offered in its 10-year history: Around the World in 180 Days and the 180-Day World Odyssey.

Fulfill one of your greatest dreams and sail the farthest reaches of the world on the journey of a lifetime. From magnificent cities and quaint coastal towns to soaring mountains and island paradises, you will explore all of the world’s greatest treasures.

When we created these itineraries we refused to allow the constraints of time to impede our inspiration. We strongly believe that a journey of this scale should not be rushed because we want you to have ample time to explore each fascinating destination and indulge in all of the luxurious amenities on board.

We invite you to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to experience the greatest treasures that your world has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you aboard Insignia for a voyage you will never forget.

Warm regards,

Kunal S. Kamlani President

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POINTS OF DISTINCTION Mid-size, elegant ship catering to just 684 guests n

n Finest cuisine at sea, served in a variety of distinctive open-seating restaurants, at no additional charge

n Gourmet culinary program created by world-renowned Master Chef Jacques PĂŠpin

Port-intensive itineraries featuring more overnight visits and extended evening port stays n

Country club casual ambiance; tuxedos and gowns are never required n

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Acclaimed Canyon Ranch SpaClubÂŽ

Extraordinarily high staff-to-guest ratio ensures exemplary personalized service

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Youngest fleet in premium-class cruising with 85% of accommodations featuring private verandas

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BEST VALUE IN UPSCALE CRUISING

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Recognized Worldwide for Excellence


Taste

P L E A S U R E S O F T H E PA L AT E

Sailing around the globe offers the chance to sample some of the finest cuisine in the world at the very best shoreside restaurants. Sailing around the globe with Oceania Cruises means you will enjoy equally exquisite cuisine on board the ship. Inspired by the legendary Master Chef Jacques PĂŠpin, who is Executive Culinary Director for Oceania Cruises, the talented chefs aboard Insignia create culinary masterpieces. From Continental classics in the Grand Dining Room to authentic Italian cuisine in Toscana to perfectly prepared steaks and seafood in Polo Grill, the options are nearly endless. Of course, a voyage of this scale must take full advantage of the opportunity to explore world cuisines, so special events will highlight fabulous local fare. Perhaps the buffet in Terrace CafĂŠ features delicious Thai specialties while cruising the Gulf of Thailand, or a deck party takes on a tropical flair as you sail the Caribbean Sea. Regardless of the region, an

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array of culinary delights awaits you.


M U LT IP LE O P EN- SEAT ING DINING VENUES F O R B R E A K F A S T , LUNCH AND DINNER , AT NO ADDITIONA L C HARGE

G R A N D DIN ING RO O M Continental cuisine, savory Canyon Ranch® selections and Jacques Pépin’s signature dishes are served in an elegant ambiance inspired by Europe’s five-star hotel restaurants.

WAV E S G R I LL Chefs grill gourmet burgers and succulent seafood to order, with sides including fresh salads and hand-cut truffle fries dusted with grated aged parmesan. For dessert try a creamy homemade gelato or a thick hand-dipped milkshake.

P O LO G R I LL With all the elements of a classic steakhouse, from filet mignon to New York strip, Polo Grill also has equally appealing options for seafood lovers, such as whole Maine lobster.

TO S C A NA Enjoy family recipes handed down through generations. Presented on elegant Versace china, each dish is a masterpiece that exemplifies the essence of Tuscany.

T E R R AC E C A FÉ Dine indoors or alfresco, in the completely transformed Terrace Café, as the menu of international dishes changes daily. Savor grilled lobster tails, jumbo shrimp, hand-cut steaks and chops, a sushi bar and fresh pastas.

H O R I ZO N S

RO O M S E RV I C E Gourmet canapés are delivered nightly to all suites and served in all bars and lounges throughout the ship. Plus, free room service is available 24 hours a day.

BA R I S TA S Enjoy complimentary illy® espressos, cappuccinos and lattes prepared by our master baristas, as well as delicious pastries and homemade biscotti throughout the day.

Enjoy teatime in the newly decorated Horizons

featuring a custom built tea buffet displaying finger sandwiches, petits fours, scones, exquisite desserts and a selection of artisanal teas.

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Experience

ENRICH, ENLIGHTEN AND ENERGIZE

While the magnificent worldwide destinations are certainly the star attraction on these world voyages, you will enjoy an abundance of entertaining activities on board the ship as well, many designed to further enhance your experiences ashore. A bevy of experts will share personal insights on the history, arts, culture and cuisine of the fascinating ports of call you will visit, so you can experience each to its fullest. Other special guests will be on board to help celebrate the pure joys of cruising. Enjoy a bridge tournament conducted by a master of the game, listen to a talented pianist interpret a classic concerto or learn the secrets of regional cuisine from a local chef. On days when you wish to simply relax, the luxurious Canyon Ranch SpaClub速, the plush English-style library or a Balinese day bed poolside offer the perfect retreat in which to savor every moment of this

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BRIDGE On select segments, an American Contract Bridge League instructor will conduct lectures and host social and duplicate bridge games.

L I B R A RY Read comfortably in the welcoming ambiance of the classic English-inspired library, with more than 2,000 books and periodicals.

MU S I C /E N T E R TA I NM ENT Enjoy production shows, critically acclaimed headline entertainers, an eight-piece orchestra, string quartets and jazz nights at Martinis. Sing karaoke or listen to nightly dance music in Horizons.

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SPORTS Practice your swing at the golf driving range or play 9-holes on the putting green.

L O U N G E & G A ME S Multiple bars and intimate lounges offer premium wine, scotch and champagne tastings. More fun can be had with the daily trivia contest as well as the many games and puzzles available in the Boardroom.

Canyon Ranch SpaClub® signature treatments State-of-the-art fitness center Pilates, yoga, indoor cycling, aerobics, private and group fitness classes and personal training New Private Spa Terrace featuring thalassotherapy pool New Men’s and Women’s steam rooms with custom tile work and mosaics Fitness track and beauty salon Canyon Ranch cuisine served in the Grand Dining Room and Terrace Café Nutrition and lifestyle consultations; wellness presentations

CASINO The Monte Carlo-style casino features blackjack, roulette, poker and slot machines for your gaming pleasure. The professional staff is happy to share the rules of each game if you wish.

New: Artist Loft in Horizons for World Cruisers.

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Value

E XC E E D YO U R E X P E C TAT I O N S

Exceptional value has always been a hallmark of Oceania Cruises. Beyond the incredible savings of our Early Booking Fares, we feature countless complimentary amenities, and we never charge a dining supplement in our gourmet restaurants. For these magnificent journeys around the world, we are offering an even greater value unprecedented in the history of Oceania Cruises. Guests on these voyages receive extraordinary additional savings, from a free pre-cruise luxury hotel stay to free onboard laundry, Internet and medical services. Best of all, you can take advantage of this amazing value without the slightest compromise on the quality of the experience. We are committed to exceeding your expectations in every way with the world’s greatest destinations, the finest cuisine at sea, luxurious accommodations and impeccable service. When you sail around the globe with Oceania Cruises, the best value in upscale cruising becomes

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INCLUDED AMENITIES

Early Booking Fares Early Booking Savings up to 69% per stateroom

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Exclusive World Voyage Package

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FREE Gratuities

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FREE Unlimited Internet

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FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Stay

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FREE Exclusive Shoreside Events

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FREE Onboard Medical Services

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FREE Visa Package

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FREE Laundry Service

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FREE Roundtrip Transfers*

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O PT I O N A L V A L U E P ACK AGES FO R Y O U T O CHO O SE:

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Free dining at all specialty restaurants Free and unlimited soft drinks, bottled water, cappuccino, espresso, teas and juices Free and unlimited access to Canyon Ranch SpaClub® private Spa Terrace+ Free shuttle service from ship to city center in many ports of call – a daily value of up to $30 per guest Free room service dining 24 hours a day Free concierge service Free gourmet canapés served daily in suites, bars and lounges Free cocktail parties hosted by the captain and senior officers

Concierge Level Staterooms and Suites only

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S H O R E E X CUR S IO N P AC K AGE S

SPIRITS, WINE A ND BEER PA C KA G ES

Gain insight into the culture, history and cuisine of the fascinating ports of call you will visit, all at a substantial savings. We have designed packages tailored to your personal preferences in which you can experience each destination to the fullest. For more information please visit OceaniaCruises.com/shoreexcursions.

Our beverage packages enhance your onboard experience and also offer great value and added convenience. Simply choose the perfect libation to accompany each special occasion. For a detailed list of included beverages, visit OceaniaCruises.com/beveragepackages.

*See back cover for Terms & Conditions.

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AROUND THE WORLD I N 1 8 0 DAY S MIAMI TO MIAMI INSIGNIA | 10TH JAN 2015

8 THE JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME As destination specialists, Oceania Cruises is committed to indulging the dreams of even the most seasoned and adventurous world travelers. Our guests’ penchant for travel is absolutely unfettered, and thus our collection of itineraries must include this true journey of a lifetime, a fantasy voyage designed to sail around the world. Many cruise lines offer typical “world cruises” that race across the seas in about 100 days, passing by many appealing ports along the way. But we believe that if you’re going to sail around the world, do it like a true navigator, a true explorer. It’s not a race; it’s a journey!

Departing Miami on 10th January 2015, the unprecedented Around the World in 180 Days cruise literally circumnavigates the globe, calling on South America, Africa, Asia, Australia

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and more.


U N E S CO WO R L D H E R I TAG E SI T E S (This is only a sample of accessible sites)

YO U R WO R L D. . . REVEALED

AUSTRALIA Kakadu National Park (Darwin)

GUATEMALA Antigua Guatemala INDIA Western Ghats (Mangalore/ Cochin)

SOUTH AFRICA Robben Island (Cape Town) Cape Floral Region Protected Areas (Cape Town) uKhahlamba / Drakensberg Park (Durban)

INDONESIA Komodo National Park

SOUTH KOREA Changdeokgung Palace Complex

Cultural Landscape of Bali Province

Jongmyo Shrine

Great Barrier Reef (Cairns) Wet Tropics of Queensland (Cairns) Sydney Opera House Australian Convict Sites (Sydney) Greater Blue Mountains Area (Sydney) Tasmanian Wilderness (Hobart) BARBADOS Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison

KENYA Sacred Mijikenda Kaya Forests

BRAZIL Historic Centre of the Town of Olinda (Recife)

MALAYSIA Melaka, Historic City of the Straits of Malacca (Kuala Lumpur)

CHINA Historic Centre of Macao (Hong Kong)

Kinabalu Park (Kota Kinabalu)

Fujian Tulou (Xiamen) Classical Gardens of Suzhou (Shanghai) West Lake Cultural Landscape of Hangzhou (Shanghai) The 1 Wall (Beijing/Tianjin) Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties in Beijing

Fort Jesus, Mombasa

MOZAMBIQUE Island of Mozambique NAMIBIA Twyfelfontein ancient rock engravings NICARAGUA Ruins of León Viejo

Summer Palace, an Imperial Garden in Beijing

León Cathedral

Temple of Heaven: an Imperial Sacrificial Altar in Beijing

PHILIPPINES Baroque Churches of the Philippines

Imperial Tombs of the Ming and Qing Dynasties (Beijing)

Hwaseong Fortress Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty TANZANIA Stone Town of Zanzibar THAILAND Historic City of Ayutthaya (Bangkok) UNITED STATES Everglades National Park (Miami) Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (Hilo) VIETNAM Central Sector of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long – Hanoi Ha Long Bay

Peking Man Site at Zhoukoudian (Beijing)

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Around the World

I N 1 8 0 D AY S

MIAMI TO MIAMI 10TH JANUARY 2015

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I T I N E R A RY H I G H L I G H T S Continents visited: 5 Countries visited: 44 Islands visited: 45 Ports visited: 89 National capitals visited: 17 Overnight stays: 19 Largest population: Shanghai, China

Smallest population: Devil’s Island, French Guiana UNESCO World Heritage Sites accessible: 47 Time zones crossed: 24 Oceans cruised: 3 Seas cruised: 10 Nautical miles sailed: 46,753


“WE WANDER FOR DISTRACTION, B U T W E T R AV E L FOR FULFILLMENT” – Hilaire Belloc

Early Booking Fares Early Booking Savings up to 69% per stateroom PLUS

Exclusive World Voyage Package INSIGNIA 10TH JANUARY 2015

SUITES CONCIERGE LEVEL

AROUND THE WORLD EARLY BOOKING FARE per guest

$300,984

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Vista Suite

265,984

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PH1 Penthouse Suite

220,984

80,699

PH2 Penthouse Suite

215,384

PH3 Penthouse Suite

212,184

78,699 WAIT LIST

OS Owner’s Suite

STATEROOMS

INTL FULL BROCHURE FARE per guest

VS

A1

Concierge Level Veranda

183,184

61,699

A2

Concierge Level Veranda

179,784

60,699

A3

Concierge Level Veranda

176,784

58,699

B1

Veranda Stateroom

173,784

57,699

B2

Veranda Stateroom

170,784

56,699

C1

Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom 157,584

50,699

C2

Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom 154,584

49,699

D

Ocean View Stateroom

143,384

44,699

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Ocean View Stateroom

139,584

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Inside Stateroom

135,584

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Inside Stateroom

132,584

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A ROUND T HE WOR L D I N 1 8 0 DAY S | M I A M I TO M I A M I | 1 0 T H JA N U A RY 2 0 1 5 DAY

PORT

ARRIVE

10 Jan

Miami, Florida

11 Jan 12 Jan 13 Jan

Santa Marta, Colombia

14 Jan

Segment 1

5 pm

DAY

PORT

Nosy Be, Madagascar

Cruising the Old Bahama Channel

26 Feb

Cruising the Indian Ocean

Cruising the Caribbean Sea

27 Feb

Zanzibar, Tanzania

ARRIVE

DEPART

12 pm

6 pm

10 am

8 pm

8 am

7 pm

9 am

5 pm

28 Feb

Mombasa, Kenya

Oranjestad, Aruba

12 pm

10 pm

1-2 Mar

Cruising the Indian Ocean

15 Jan

Kralendijk, Bonaire

8 am

3 pm

3-4 Mar

Mahé, Seychelles 

8 am

5 am

16 Jan

El Guamache (Isla Margarita), Venezuela

10 am

6 pm

4 Mar

La Digue, Seychelles

8 am

4 pm

17 Jan

St. George’s, Grenada

8 am

5 pm

5-7 Mar

Cruising the Indian Ocean 6 am

6 pm

18 Jan

Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe

9 am

7 pm

8 Mar

Malé, Maldives

19 Jan

Fort-de-France, Martinique

8 am

6 pm

9 Mar

Cruising the Indian Ocean

20 Jan

Bridgetown, Barbados Segment 2

7 am

6 pm

10 Mar

Mangalore, India

8 am

6 pm

21 Jan

Scarborough, Tobago

8 am

5 pm

11 Mar

Cochin (Kochi), India

8 am

7 pm

12-13 Mar

Cruising the Indian Ocean

8 am

4 pm

14 Mar

Cruising the Andaman Sea

15-17 Mar

Rangoon, Burma (Yangon, Myanmar) 

1 pm

4 pm

18 Mar

Cruising the Andaman Sea

19 Mar

Langkawi, Malaysia

10 am

6 pm

10 am

7 pm

9 am

6 pm

22 Jan

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

23 Jan

Devil’s Island, French Guiana

Known for its unique climate due to

24 Jan

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

its location next to the arid Namib

25 Jan

Belém (Icoaraci), Brazil

Desert, the sand dunes of Walvis Bay

26 Jan

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

are a natural wonder in Namibia.

27 Jan

Fortaleza, Brazil

28 Jan 29 Jan

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DEPART

25 Feb

Above: Walvis Bay, Namibia

Below: Bangkok, Thailand

Embark 1 pm

8 am

6 pm

12 pm

8 pm

20 Mar

Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Malaysia

Natal, Brazil

1 pm

9 pm

21-23 Mar

Singapore, Singapore  Segment 4

Recife, Brazil

8 am

5 pm

24 Mar

Cruising the Gulf of Thailand

30 Jan-3 Feb

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

25 Mar

Ko Samui, Thailand

8 am

4 pm

4 Feb

Lomé, Togo

9 am

7 pm

26 Mar

Sihanoukville, Cambodia

8 am

4 pm

5 Feb

Cotonou, Benin

8 am

5 pm

27-28 Mar

Bangkok, Thailand 

11 am

4 pm

6 Feb

Cruising the Gulf of Guinea

29 Mar

Cruising the Gulf of Thailand

7 Feb

São Tomé, São Tomé and Principe

30-31 Mar

Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam 

12 pm

4 pm

8-10 Feb

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

1 Apr

Cruising the South China Sea

11-12 Feb

Walvis Bay, Namibia 

2-3 Apr

Hanoi (Ha Long Bay), Vietnam 

2 pm

8 pm

4 Apr

Cruising the Hainan Strait

5-6 Apr

Hong Kong, China 

8 am

12 pm

9 am

6 pm

1 pm

1 pm

9 am

10 pm

8 am

6 pm

8 am

5 pm

8 am

5 pm

1 pm

6 pm

13 Feb

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

14-16 Feb

Cape Town, South Africa  Segment 3

17 Feb

Cruising the Cape of Good Hope

7-8 Apr

Xiamen, China 

18 Feb

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

8 am

6 pm

9 Apr

Cruising the East China Sea

19 Feb

East London, South Africa

7 am

5 pm

10-12 Apr

Shanghai, China  Segment 5

20 Feb

Durban, South Africa

10 am

9 pm

13 Apr

Cruising the Yellow Sea

21 Feb

Richards Bay, South Africa

7 am

4 pm

14-15 Apr

Beijing (Tianjin), China 

22 Feb

Maputo, Mozambique

8 am

3 pm

16 Apr

Cruising the Yellow Sea

23-24 Feb

Cruising the Mozambique Channel

17 Apr

Seoul (Incheon), South Korea

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A ROUND T HE WOR L D I N 1 8 0 DAY S | M I A M I TO M I A M I | 1 0 T H JA N U A RY 2 0 1 5 DAY

18 Apr

PORT

ARRIVE

DEPART

Cruising the East China Sea

DAY

PORT

28 May

Cross the International Date Line Cruising the South Pacific

19 Apr

Nagasaki, Japan

8 am

6 pm

29 May

20 Apr

Kagoshima, Japan

8 am

6 pm

30 May

Rarotonga, Cook Islands

31 May

Cruising the South Pacific

21 Apr

Cruising the East China Sea

22 Apr

Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan

ARRIVE

8 am

DEPART

6 pm

5 pm

1 Jun

Raiatea, French Polynesia

8 am

7 pm

7 pm

2 Jun

Bora Bora, French Polynesia

8 am

7 pm

3 Jun

Moorea, French Polynesia

7 am

3 pm

3-4 Jun

Papeete (Tahiti), French Polynesia  Segment 7

6 pm

11 pm

Cruising the South China Sea

5 Jun

Huahine, French Polynesia

8 am

5 pm

27 Apr

Kota Kinabalu (Borneo), Malaysia

8 am

6 pm

6 Jun

Rangiroa, French Polynesia

8 am

6 pm

28 Apr

Muara, Brunei

8 am

7 pm

7 Jun

Cruising the South Pacific

8 Jun

Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands

8 am

5 pm

9-12 Jun

Cruising the Pacific Ocean

13 Jun

Hilo, Hawaii

8 am

5 pm

14 Jun

Honolulu, Oahu

8 am

11 pm

15 Jun

Lahaina, Maui

8 am

5 pm

16 Jun

Nawiliwili, Kauai

8 am

4 pm

17-21 Jun

Cruising the Pacific Ocean

23 Apr

Kaohsiung, Taiwan

24 Apr

Cruising the South China Sea

25 Apr

Manila, Philippines

26 Apr

7 am 9 am 9 am

7 pm

29 Apr

Cruising the South China Sea

30 Apr

Kuching (Borneo), Malaysia

1 May

Cruising the Karimata Strait

2 May

Cruising the Java Sea

3-4 May

Bali (Benoa), Indonesia 

1 pm

2 pm

5 May

Komodo, Indonesia

8 am

2 pm

6 May

Cruising the Timor Sea

7 May

Darwin, Australia

10 am

6 pm

8 May

Cruising the Arafura Sea

9 May

Cruising the Coral Sea

10-11 May

Cairns, Australia 

12 May

Whitsunday Island, Australia

13 May

Cruising the Coral Sea

14 May

Brisbane, Australia

8 am

5 pm

4 pm

5 pm

12 pm

8 pm

8 am

6 pm

7 am

5 pm

15 May

Cruising the Tasman Sea

16 May

Sydney, Australia Segment 6

17 May

Cruising the Tasman Sea

18 May

Hobart (Tasmania), Australia

19-21 May

Cruising the Tasman Sea

22 May

Picton, New Zealand

8 am

4 pm

23 May

Napier, New Zealand

8 am

4 pm

24 May

Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand

10 am

8 pm

25 May

Auckland, New Zealand

8 am

6 pm

26-27 May

Cruising the South Pacific

28 May

Nuku’alofa, Tonga

10 am

7 pm

8 am

6 pm

22 Jun

Los Angeles, California Segment 8

7 am

9 pm

San Diego, California

8 am

4 pm

24 Jun

Cruising the Pacific Ocean 12 pm

9 pm

7 am

2 pm

25 Jun

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Cruising the Pacific Ocean

28 Jun

Huatulco, Mexico

29 Jun

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

30 Jun

Corinto, Nicaragua

1 Jul

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

2 Jul

Cruising the Pacific Ocean

3 Jul

Panama Canal Daylight Transit

4 Jul

Cartagena, Colombia

5 Jul

Cruising the Caribbean Sea

6 Jul

Cruising the Straits of Florida

7 Jul

Key West, Florida

8 Jul

Miami, Florida

The Sydney Opera House, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site is considered one of the architectural wonders of the 20th century.

23 Jun

26-27 Jun

Above: Sydney, Australia

11 am

6 pm

9 am

6 pm

12 pm

9 pm

6 am

5 pm

11 am

6 pm

11 am

5 pm

Below: Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Disembark 8 am

Highlighted dates are beginning of segments 

overnight stays

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EXCLUSIVE SHORE EVENTS OPEN-AIR DINNER AT SWAKOP RIVER CANYON

PRIVATE COCKTAIL PARTY AT JIM THOMPSON HOUSE

11TH FEBRUARY 2015

27TH MARCH 2015

Just beyond Walvis Bay, the Swakop River Canyon has been likened to

Often credited with reviving the Thai silk industry, Jim Thompson retired

a moonscape with its unusual rock formations and dry riverbeds seared

to Bangkok after serving in World War II and created the Jim Thompson

into the landscape by the glaring sun. Sunset is the most stunning time of

Thai Silk Company. Since his disappearance in 1967, little has changed

day to visit this canyon, as the fading light casts dramatic shadows across

at his house, once the city’s most celebrated social center. You will be

the stark environment. Tables draped in linen are an elegant contrast to

welcomed by an Angkalung band and treated to a fascinating tour of the

the glowing desert, and myriad candles surround the festivities, creating

residence. Enveloped by a beautiful jungle garden, the complex is made

an ethereal glow as they reflect off the canyon walls. After a dinner

up of six Thai-style teak houses. The evening concludes with a cocktail

featuring local dishes, the relaxed atmosphere will be enhanced by

party and an award-winning traditional Thai puppet show.

conversation around a crackling fire.

Above: U Bein Bridge, Myanmar The 1.2 kilometre bridge was built around 1850 and is believed to be the oldest and longest teakwood bridge in the world. Below: Great Wall of China, China

ROYAL MANDALAY

EXCLUSIVE TOUR & LUNCH AT THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA

16TH MARCH 2015 (Option One)

15TH APRIL 2015

Amarapura, the “immortal city,” is a former royal capital and home to

One of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Wall of China is

Mahagandayon Monastery, one of the largest in Myanmar. Nearby you

over 2,000 years old and 8,800 kilometres long, beginning at the Yellow

can cross U Bein’s famous teak footbridge, one of the longest wooden

Sea, crossing five provinces and ending at the Gobi Desert. Guests will

bridge in the world. Mandalay, the last royal capital of the Myanmar

experience this incredible landmark in a unique setting. Surrounded by

Empire, was founded by King Mindon in 1859. Visit its most sacred

lush greenery, enjoy a delicious lunch in an exclusive venue at the foot

shrine, the Mahamuni Pagoda, where gold leaf is applied regularly to the

of an original section of the wall. After lunch explore the Great Wall

revered Mahamuni Buddha. The Kuthodaw Pagoda houses the world’s

of Badaling, the first section of the wall opened to tourists after being

largest book, inscribed with the canon of Buddhist scripture. Climb holy

restored in 1957.

Mandalay Hill for a serene view of the beautiful city below.

1940s PATRIOTIC EVENING ABOARD THE BATTLESHIP MISSOURI

ANCIENT TEMPLES OF BAGAN 16TH MARCH 2015 (Option Two)

14TH JUNE 2015

Originally founded in 849 AD, Bagan became the first capital of a unified

Located on historic Battleship Row in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, a

Myanmar Empire under the reign of King Anawrahta. Home to more than 2,000 religious shrines, it is one of the richest archaeological sites in Asia and one of the architectural wonders of the world. You will be awed by the details of each monumental masterpiece. Visit the Ananda Temple, the Gubyaukgyi Temple and the Dhammayangyi Temple, the most massive in Bagan.

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mere ship-length away from the USS Arizona Memorial, the USS Missouri is best known as the site of the end of World War II. Often referred to as “Mighty Mo,” the decks of this battleship were where General Douglas MacArthur accepted the official surrender of Japan in September 1945. As the sun sets behind the Waianae mountain range, tour this hallowed vessel and enjoy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and patriotic performances of tunes from the 1940s.

Events are capacity controlled and may be substituted based on demand.


S A I L I N G T H E S E A S O N B OA R D I N S I G N I A Andaman Sea

Gulf of Thailand

South China Sea

Arafura Sea

Hainan Strait

South Pacific

Atlantic Ocean

Indian Ocean

Straits of Florida

Cape of Good Hope

Java Sea

Tasman Sea

Caribbean Sea

Karimata Strait

Timor Sea

Coral Sea

Mozambique Channel

Yellow Sea

East China Sea

Old Bahama Channel

Panama Canal

Gulf of Guinea

Pacific Ocean

Transit

D E S T I N AT I O N H I G H L I G H TS WALVIS BAY, NAMIBIA

MAHÉ, SEYCHELLES

SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE

OVERNIGHT | 11TH-12TH FEBRUARY

OVERNIGHT | 3RD-4TH MARCH

2 OVERNIGHTS | 21ST-23RD MARCH

Although rimmed by the inhospitable Namib Desert, Walvis Bay

Gorgeous and romantic, the islands of the Seychelles define

Discover the delightful diversity of Singapore, from charming

boasts a natural lagoon that attracts thousands of birds, including

tropical beauty. A mountain range runs through the spine of

Chinatown to colorful Little India to Arab Street and the massive

flamingos, pelicans and migratory species. Just outside of town,

Mahé, the largest island, and scenic national parks have sprung

Sultan Mosque. The Asian Civilisations Museum tells of the many

Dune 7 is the highest sand dune in the coastal dune belt and

up around it, attracting hikers and nature enthusiasts. Still, it’s

Asian cultures that have influenced Singapore. Gaze at 20,000

offers an impressive view of the desert. The region also reflects

the idyllic beaches that have immortalized Mahé and its laid-

beautiful blooms in the National Orchid Garden and observe

the influence of German settlers who came here over a century

back capital of Victoria. Spend a full day relaxing on the white

nocturnal creatures in their natural habitat at the unique Night

ago, as evidenced in the colonial buildings, Lutheran church and

sands and then another day exploring the beautiful cathedrals,

Safari. For a historical perspective, visit the Kranji War Memorial

charming museum in the nearby town of Swakopmund.

fascinating museums and historic clock tower of Victoria.

and the Changi Chapel and Museum, dedicated to those who lost their lives during World War II.

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

RANGOON, BURMA (YANGON, MYANMAR)

BANGKOK, THAILAND

2 OVERNIGHTS | 15TH-17TH MARCH

OVERNIGHT | 27TH-28TH MARCH

breathtaking views, ride the cable car to the summit and enjoy

In a land of temples, treasures and tumultuous history, Yangon is

From its golden temples to its bustling markets, the city of Bangkok

lunch in the mountaintop café. At the Cape of Good Hope Nature

a city where one could spend days just visiting the magnificent

will delight you at every turn. A massive complex of bejeweled

Reserve, you can observe baboons, ostriches and amazing ocean

religious sites. See the splendor of the Shwedagon Pagoda, a

and gilded buildings, the Royal Grand Palace enshrines the famous

vistas from Cape Point. With two full nights in port, you’ll still have

golden shrine towering to a height of 99 metres. Nearby visit the

Emerald Buddha within the temple known as Wat Phra Kaeo. The

plenty of time for a jaunt to Stellenbosch in the heart of South

Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda with its gigantic reclining Buddha statue

enormous Reclining Buddha is housed in Wat Pho, the oldest and

African wine country, where you can taste some of the region’s

measuring more than 60 metres long. The Botahtaung Pagoda was

largest temple in Bangkok and the birthplace of traditional Thai

finest vintages.

named after the 1,000 military leaders who escorted the sacred hair

massage. You also shouldn’t miss the unique museum displaying

relics of Buddha that were brought from India over 2,000 years ago.

the ornately decorated royal barges.

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1 8 0 - DAY WORLD ODYSSEY MIAMI TO MIAMI INSIGNIA | 8TH JUL 2015

8 ODYSSEY OF WONDERS Catering to guests that yearn to explore the far reaches of this vast and wonderful world, Oceania Cruises has designed an epic voyage that can only be described as an odyssey of wonders. Nothing short of remarkable, this cruise makes its way from the northern shores of New England and Canada to the remote beauty of Greenland and Iceland, continuing through the Mediterranean, along the coastline of Asia and Africa, and to the idyllic islands of the Caribbean.

From the magnificent botanical gardens of Montreal and the healing waters of the Blue Lagoon spa near Reykjavik to the modern architecture of Barcelona and the ancient ruins of Rome, Insignia will be your luxurious home away from home for 180 extraordinary days. Tour the ancient temples of Burma, seek out big game on a safari in South Africa, and take in the perfect sunset while sailing the Caribbean, amassing a

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U N E S CO WO R L D H E R I TAG E SI T E S (This is only a sample of accessible sites)

M E M O R I E S T H AT W I L L LAST A LIFETIME.

BELGIUM Belfries of Belgium and France La Grand-Place, Brussels CANADA Historic District of Old Quebec Gros Morne National Park (Newfoundland) CHINA Historic Center of Macao ENGLAND Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites Tower of London FRANCE Bordeaux, Port of the Moon Routes of Santiago de Compostela in France

ISRAEL Bahá’i Holy Palaces in Haifa and the Western Galilee Old City of Acre

Monastery of the Hieronymites and Tower of Belém in Lisbon

Old City of Jerusalem

Monastery of Alcobaça (Lisbon)

ITALY Pompeii, Herculaneum and Torre Annunziata

SENEGAL Island of Gorée

Historic Center of Florence Historic Centre of Rome and Vatican City Historic Center of San Gimignano Mount Etna (Sicily) Piazza del Duomo, Pisa JORDAN Petra MALAYSIA Kinabalu Park (Kota Kinabalu)

GAMBIA Kunta Kinteh Island and Related Sites

MALTA City of Valletta

GREECE Medieval City of Rhodes

NETHERLANDS Defense Line of Amsterdam

ICELAND Þingvellir National Park (Reykjavik) INDIA Elephanta Caves (Mumbai) Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (Mumbai)

PORTUGAL Historic Center of Oporto

Megalithic Temples of Malta

17th-century Canal Ring

SOUTH AFRICA uKhahlamba/Drakensberg Park (Durban) Cape Floral Region Protected Areas (Cape Town) Robben Island (Cape Town) SPAIN Cathedral, Alcázar and Archivo de Indias in Seville Tower of Hercules (La Coruña) Works of Antoni Gaudí (Barcelona) TANZANIA Stone Town of Zanzibar THAILAND Historic City of Ayutthaya (Bangkok)

Area of Amsterdam inside the Singelgracht

UNITED STATES Everglades National Park (Miami)

NORWAY Bryggen (Bergen)

Statue of Liberty (New York)

Urnes Stave Church (Bergen)

VIETNAM Central Sector of the Imperial

PHILIPPINES Baroque Churches of the Philippines

Citadel of Thang Long (Hanoi) Ha Long Bay

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World Odyssey

1 8 0 - D AY

MIAMI TO MIAMI 8 T H J U LY 2 0 1 5

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I T I N E R A RY H I G H L I G H T S Continents visited: 5 Countries visited: 52 Ports visited: 100 Islands visited: 34 New ports visited: 6 National capitals visited: 26 Overnight stays: 16

Largest population: Mumbai, India Smallest population: Bom Bom Island, SĂŁo TomĂŠ & Principe UNESCO World Heritage Sites: 117 Time zones crossed: 14 Oceans cruised: 2 Seas cruised: 10 Nautical miles sailed: 42,774


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180-DAY WOR L D ODY S S E Y | M I A M I TO M I A M I | 8 T H J U LY 2 0 1 5 DAY

PORT

8 Jul

Miami, Florida Segment 1

9 Jul

Port Canaveral, Florida

10 Jul

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

11 Jul

Norfolk, Virginia

7 am

12-13 Jul

New York, New York 

1 pm

14 Jul

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

15 Jul

Boston, Massachusetts

8 am

16 Jul

Bar Harbor, Maine

17 Jul

Saint John (Bay of Fundy), New Brunswick

18 Jul

Halifax, Nova Scotia

19 Jul

Sydney, Nova Scotia

20 Jul

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

21 Jul

Cruising the St. Lawrence River

Above: Barcelona, Spain

22 Jul

Saguenay, Quebec

8 am

With construction starting in 1882

23 Jul

Quebec City, Quebec

8 am

under the watchful eye of Antoni

24 Jul

Montreal, Quebec Segment 2

Gaudí, the Sagrada Família Roman

25 Jul

Trois-Rivières, Quebec

Catholic Church is a combination

26 Jul

Cruising the St. Lawrence River

of Gothic and Art Nouveau forms.

27 Jul

Corner Brook, Newfoundland

28 Jul

Cruising the Strait of Belle Isle

29 Jul

Cruising the Labrador Sea

30 Jul

Nuuk, Greenland

8 am

6 pm

8 Sep

Suez Canal Transit

31 Jul

Paamiut, Greenland

8 am

5 pm

9 Sep

Cruising the Red Sea

1 Aug

Qaqortoq, Greenland

8 am

6 pm

10 Sep

Aqaba, Jordan

2 Aug

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

11-13 Sep

Cruising the Red Sea

3 Aug

Cruising the Denmark Strait

14 Sep

Cruising the Gulf of Aden

4 Aug

Isafjordur, Iceland

8 am

6 pm

15 Sep

Salalah, Oman

5 Aug

Reykjavik, Iceland

8 am

6 pm

16 Sep

Cruising the Arabian Sea

6 Aug

Cruising the Norwegian Sea

7 Aug

Tórshavn (Faroe Islands), Denmark

8 am

7 pm

8 Aug

Cruising the North Sea

9 Aug

Bergen, Norway

8 am

5 pm

10 Aug

Kristiansand, Norway

9 am

11 Aug

Oslo, Norway

12 Aug

Cruising the North Sea

13 Aug

Hamburg (Bremerhaven), Germany

14 Aug

Amsterdam, Netherlands

15 Aug

Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium

Below: Petra, Jordan

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ARRIVE DEPART

DAY

PORT

Embark 1 pm

8 pm

16 Aug

London (Southampton), UK Segment 3

8 am

4 pm

17 Aug

Cruising the Bay of Biscay

ARRIVE DEPART

7 am

5 pm

18-19 Aug

Bordeaux, France 

12 pm

9 pm

5 pm

20 Aug

Biarritz (Saint-Jean-de-Luz), France

12 pm

8 pm

9 pm

21 Aug

Gijon, Spain

9 am

8 pm

22 Aug

La Coruña, Spain

8 am

6 pm

6 pm

23 Aug

Oporto, Portugal

8 am

5 pm

8 am

7 pm

24 Aug

Lisbon, Portugal

7 am

3 pm

8 am

5 pm

25 Aug

Seville (Cádiz), Spain

10 am

7 pm

12 pm

8 pm

26 Aug

Cruising the Mediterranean Sea

12 pm

7 pm

27 Aug

Barcelona, Spain Segment 4

7 am

9 pm

10 am

6 pm

28 Aug

Cruising the Mediterranean Sea

29 Aug

Florence/Pisa/Tuscany (Livorno), Italy

8 am

8 pm

6 pm

30 Aug

Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

8 am

8 pm

7 pm

31 Aug

Amalfi/Positano, Italy

9 am

6 pm

7 am 11 pm

1 Sep

Taormina (Sicily), Italy

8 am

6 pm

8 am 11 pm

2 Sep

Valletta, Malta

8 am

5 pm

3 Sep

Cruising the Mediterranean Sea

4 Sep

Rhodes, Greece

9 am

6 pm

5 Sep

Limassol, Cyprus

12 pm

8 pm

6-7 Sep

Jerusalem (Haifa), Israel 

7 am

4 pm

5 am

8 pm

10 am

6 pm 5 pm

10 am

7 pm

17 Sep

Muscat, Oman

8 am

18-19 Sep

Abu Dhabi, UAE 

5 pm 11 pm

20 Sep

Dubai, UAE Segment 5

7 am

6 pm

21 Sep

Fujairah, UAE

8 am

6 pm

7 pm

22-23 Sep

Cruising the Arabian Sea

8 am 11 pm

24-25 Sep

Mumbai, India 

8 am

5 pm

26 Sep

Goa (Mormugao), India

9 am

7 pm 6 pm

7 am

5 pm

27 Sep

Mangalore, India

8 am

10 am

6 pm

28 Sep

Cochin (Kochi), India

8 am 10 pm

8 am

5 pm

29 Sep

Cruising the Laccadive Sea

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PORT

30 Sep

Colombo, Sri Lanka

ARRIVE DEPART

1-2 Oct

Cruising the Bay of Bengal

3 Oct

Cruising the Andaman Sea

4-6 Oct

Rangoon, Burma (Yangon, Myanmar) 

7 Oct

Cruising the Andaman Sea

8 Oct

Phuket, Thailand

9 Oct

Cruising the Strait of Malacca

10-11 Oct

Singapore, Singapore  Segment 6

12 Oct

Cruising the Gulf of Thailand

13 Oct

Ko Samui, Thailand

8 am

6 pm

2 Dec

14 Oct

Sihanoukville, Cambodia

8 am

4 pm

3 Dec

Luderitz, Namibia

8 am

5 pm

15-16 Oct

Bangkok, Thailand 

11 am

4 pm

4-5 Dec

Walvis Bay, Namibia 

9 am

8 pm

17 Oct

Cruising the Gulf of Thailand

6-7 Dec

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

18-19 Oct

Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam 

12 pm

5 pm

8 am

5 pm

20 Oct

Cruising the South China Sea

21 Oct

Hue/Da Nang (Chan May), Vietnam

22-23 Oct

Hanoi (Ha Long Bay), Vietnam 

24 Oct

Cruising the Hainan Strait

25-26 Oct

Hong Kong, China  Segment 7

27 Oct

Cruising the South China Sea

28 Oct

Manila, Philippines

29 Oct

Cruising the South China Sea

30 Oct

7 am

8 am

6 pm

5 pm

8 am

6 pm

7 am

6 pm

DAY

PORT

20 Nov

Cruising the Indian Ocean

21 Nov

Nosy Be, Madagascar

22-24 Nov

Cruising the Mozambique Channel

25 Nov

Maputo, Mozambique

26 Nov

Richards Bay, South Africa

27 Nov

Durban, South Africa

28 Nov

East London, South Africa

29 Nov

Cruising the Indian Ocean

ARRIVE DEPART

10 am

6 pm

8 am

5 pm

10 am 11 pm

30 Nov-1 Dec Cape Town, South Africa  Segment 8

7 am

6 pm

12 pm

8 pm

7 am

6 pm

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

8 Dec

Luanda, Angola

9 Dec

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

7 am

4 pm

10 Dec

São Tomé, São Tomé & Principe

9 am 10 pm

12 pm

6 pm

11 Dec

Bom Bom Island, São Tomé & Principe

8 am

6 pm

12 Dec

Cruising the Gulf of Guinea

13 Dec

Lomé, Togo

8 am

5 pm

14 Dec

Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana

8 am

6 pm

15 Dec

Abidjan, Ivory Coast

8 am

5 pm

8 am

6 pm

8 am

6 pm

16-17 Dec

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

Kota Kinabalu (Borneo), Malaysia

9 am

8 pm

18 Dec

Banjul, Gambia

10 am

9 pm

31 Oct

Muara, Brunei

8 am

6 pm

19 Dec

Dakar, Senegal

7 am

6 pm

1 Nov

Cruising the South China Sea

20 Dec

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

2 Nov

Kuching (Borneo), Malaysia

21 Dec

Mindelo (São Vicente), Cape Verde

7 am

4 pm

3 Nov

Cruising the South China Sea

22-25 Dec

Cruising the Atlantic Ocean

4 Nov

Cruising the Strait of Malacca

26 Dec

Bridgetown, Barbados

9 am

8 pm

5 Nov

Penang, Malaysia

27 Dec

Fort-de-France, Martinique

8 am

8 pm

28 Dec

Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe

8 am

4 pm

29 Dec

St. George’s, Grenada

9 am

6 pm

30 Dec

El Guamache (Isla Margarita), Venezuela

8 am

3 pm

9 am

5 pm

9 am

5 pm

8 am

6 pm

7 am

4 pm

9 am

5 pm

6-8 Nov

Cruising the Indian Ocean

9 Nov

Malé, Maldives

10-11 Nov

Cruising the Indian Ocean

12-14 Nov

Mahé, Seychelles 

2 pm

4 am

31 Dec

Willemstad, Curacao

14 Nov

La Digue, Seychelles

8 am

4 pm

1 Jan

Cruising the Caribbean Sea

15-16 Nov

Cruising the Indian Ocean

2 Jan

Cruising the Old Bahama Channel

17 Nov

Mombasa, Kenya

8 am

6 pm

Jan 3

Key West, Florida

18 Nov

Zanzibar, Tanzania

8 am 10 pm

Jan 4

Miami, Florida

19 Nov

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

8 am

Highlighted dates are beginning of segments

6 pm

Above: Ha Long Bay, Vietnam A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ha Long Bay features thousands of limestone karsts and isles in various sizes and shapes. Below: Durban, South Africa

Disembark 8 am

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EXCLUSIVE SHORE EVENTS CHÂTEAU GISCOURS, A MÉDOC ESTATE EVENT

ANCIENT TEMPLES OF BAGAN 5TH OCTOBER (Option Two)

18TH AUGUST

Originally founded in 849 AD, Bagan became the first capital of a unified

Enjoy a night of exquisite wine tasting and elegant dining in the French

Myanmar Empire under the reign of King Anawrahta. Home to more

countryside at a classified Médoc estate. The splendid Château Giscours

than 2,000 religious shrines, it is one of the richest archaeological sites

offers a fascinating look at the history of wine making in this extraordinary

in Asia and one of the architectural wonders of the world. You will be

region. The château itself dates back to the 14th century, and in 1552

awed by the details of each monumental masterpiece. Visit the Ananda

the first vines were planted. Later the château was transformed into a

Temple, the Gubyaukgyi Temple and the Dhammayangyi Temple, the

neoclassical palace with modern production facilities that continues

most massive in Bagan.

to produce richly aromatic wines that are among the highest ranked in the world.

PRIVATE COCKTAIL PARTY AT JIM THOMPSON HOUSE

A NIGHT OF GLAMOUR IN ABU DHABI 18TH SEPTEMBER

15TH OCTOBER Often credited with reviving the Thai silk industry, Jim Thompson retired

Rising majestically from the Arabian Desert, the seven-star Emirates

to Bangkok after serving in World War II and created the Jim Thompson

Palace is one of the most expensive hotels ever built. Occupying over

Thai Silk Company. Since his disappearance in 1967, little has changed

During the Kingdom’s height between

800,000 square metres with suites furnished in gold and marble, the

at his house, once the city’s most celebrated social center. You will be

the 11th and 13th centuries, over 10,000

resort offers more than a kilometre of pristine beaches and more than

welcomed by an angklung band and treated to a fascinating tour of the

Buddhist temples, pagodas and monasteries

200 acres of stunning gardens. Arrive in style in a deluxe super stretch

residence. Enveloped by a beautiful jungle garden, the complex is made

were constructed in Bagan.

limousine for cocktails and canapés followed by a dinner prepared by

up of six Thai-style teak houses. The evening concludes with a cocktail

some of the best chefs in the world.

party and an award-winning traditional Thai puppet show.

ROYAL MANDALAY

OPEN-AIR DINNER AT SWAKOP RIVER CANYON

Above: Ancient Temples of Bagan

Below: Bordeaux, France

5TH OCTOBER (Option One) Amarapura, the “immortal city,” is a former royal capital and home to

4TH DECEMBER

Mahagandayon Monastery, one of the largest in Myanmar. Nearby you

Just beyond Walvis Bay, the Swakop River Canyon has been likened to

can cross U Bein’s famous teak footbridge, one of the longest wooden

a moonscape with its unusual rock formations and dry riverbeds seared

bridges in the world. Mandalay, the last royal capital of the Myanmar

into the landscape by the glaring sun. Sunset is the most stunning time of

Empire, was founded by King Mindon in 1859. Visit its most sacred

day to visit this canyon, as the fading light casts dramatic shadows across

shrine, the Mahamuni Pagoda, where gold leaf is applied regularly to the

the stark environment. Tables draped in linen are an elegant contrast to

revered Mahamuni Buddha. The Kuthodaw Pagoda houses the world’s

the glowing desert, and myriad candles surround the festivities, creating

largest book, inscribed with the canon of Buddhist scripture. Climb holy

an ethereal glow as they reflect off the canyon walls. After a dinner

Mandalay Hill for a serene view of the beautiful city below.

featuring local dishes, the relaxed atmosphere will be enhanced by conversation around a crackling fire.

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S A I L I N G T H E S E A S O N B OA R D I N S I G N I A Atlantic Ocean

Suez Canal Transit

Gulf of Thailand

St. Lawrence River

Red Sea

South China Sea

Strait of Belle Isle

Gulf of Aden

Hainan Strait

Labrador Sea

Arabian Sea

Indian Ocean

Denmark Strait

Laccadive Sea

Mozambique Channel

Norwegian Sea

Bay of Bengal

Gulf of Guinea

North Sea

Andaman Sea

Caribbean Sea

Bay of Biscay

Strait of Malacca

Old Bahama Channel

Mediterranean Sea

D E S T I N AT I O N H I G H L I G H TS NEW YORK, NEW YORK

JERUSALEM (HAIFA), ISRAEL

MUMBAI, INDIA

OVERNIGHT | 12TH-13TH JULY

OVERNIGHT | 6TH-7TH SEPTEMBER

OVERNIGHT | 24TH-25TH SEPTEMBER

The Big Apple. The City That Never Sleeps. Call it what you may,

Visit the land of miracles – Galilee, the Jordan River, the Mount

Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, is the commercial and

New York reigns as one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Take in

of the Beatitudes and Tabgha. Venture to Nazareth, home of the

entertainment capital of India, offering an endless array of sights and

a Broadway show or simply enjoy the nonstop show of people that

young Jesus. See the largest hanging gardens in the world at the

cultural activities. Visit the many lovely Jain and Hindu temples,

parade through the streets. The possibilities are endless in the five

Bahá’i Gardens of Haifa. Or visit the Nahalal moshav, a commune

the Hanging Gardens, the Gandhi Memorial Museum and the

boroughs of New York City, so get out and enjoy. New York’s ethnic

established in 1921 by Jewish immigrants. For antiques and crafts,

magnificent Victoria Station. Take a harbor cruise from the fabled

diversity truly manifests itself in its endless cuisines and thousands

head to the boutiques on Massada Street. South of Haifa, the

Gateway of India or travel to lush Gharapuri Island to see the 7th

of restaurants, including the classic New York steakhouse.

artists’ village of Ein Hod offers hand-blown glass, pottery, silver,

century rock-cut temples of the Elephanta Caves, where sculptures

gold and crafts.

of Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu were carved out of solid rock over a millennia ago.

BORDEAUX, FRANCE ABU DHABI, UAE

OVERNIGHT | 18TH-19TH AUGUST Recognized as the most famous wine region in the world, Bordeaux

OVERNIGHT | 18TH-19TH SEPTEMBER

RANGOON, BURMA (YANGON, MYANMAR)

is the center for the legendary wine châteaux of Saint-Émilion and

As the world’s richest city, Abu Dhabi boasts opulent hotels,

Médoc. Enjoy this UNESCO World Heritage city’s visual feast of

museums and a yacht-filled marina, all marvels of modern

wonderful ornate buildings, broad avenues, tranquil parks and the

architecture. Explore the emirate’s old souks, sip a fragrant Arabic

In a land of temples, treasures and tumultuous history, Yangon is a

Cathedral of St. André where Eleanor of Aquitaine married Louis

coffee, ride the dunes on an exhilarating desert safari, or dive into

city where one could spend days just visiting the magnificent religious

VII. See the royal square, the Place de la Bourse, the Gothic Clock

dazzling marine life. Gold-drizzled chocolates and sumptuous

sites. See the splendor of the Shwedagon Pagoda, a golden shrine

and Gambretta Square. Then visit the area’s fabulous vineyards and

teas are an unforgettable treat at Le Café in the landmark Emirates

towering to a height of 99 metres. Nearby visit the Chaukhtatgyi

magnificent châteaux and delight in tasting their superb wines.

Palace hotel. Bargain for arts and handicrafts, spices, antiques,

Pagoda with its gigantic Reclining Buddha statue measuring more

oriental carpets and handmade clothing at a colorful souk.

than 60 metres long. The Botahtaung Pagoda was named after the

2 OVERNIGHTS | 4TH-6TH OCTOBER

1,000 military leaders who escorted the sacred hair relics of Buddha that were brought from India over 2,000 years ago.

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SUITES & STATEROOMS

COMPLETELY REFURBISHED APRIL 2014

SUITES OS | VS | OWNER’S SUITE & VISTA SUITE

PH1 | PH2 | PH3 | PENTHOUSE SUITE

Immensely spacious and exceptionally luxurious, our six Owner’s Suites and four Vista Suites are among the first to be reserved. Ranging in size from 73 to nearly 92 square metres, these magnificent suites feature every imaginable amenity. Freshly renovated bathrooms are clad in granite and onyx and include lavish new oversized showers.

Our collection of 29-square-metre Penthouse Suites has been completely transformed with splendid new decor and exquisite new furnishings in serene shades of the sea and sun. Spacious enough for private insuite dining, the living area features a refrigerated mini-bar and vanity desk, and the granite-clad bathroom is large enough for an indulgent full-size bathtub. Relax on the beautifully furnished private teak veranda.

Owner’s Suite shown

VERANDAS A1 | A2 | A3 | CONCIERGE LEVEL VERANDA STATEROOM

These luxurious accommodations feature a wealth of amenities, including many of those found in our Penthouse Suites, and the luxury is further enhanced by the rich new decor. These 20-square-metre staterooms offer a private teak veranda, refrigerated mini-bar and plush seating area, as well as exclusive Concierge Level amenities and privileges.

B1 | B2 | VERANDA STATEROOM

Elegant new decor graces these handsomely appointed 20-square-metre staterooms that boast our most popular luxury – a private teak veranda for watching the ever-changing panoramas. The conveniences within each stateroom are just as accommodating and include a vanity desk, refrigerated mini-bar, breakfast table and spacious seating area.

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C1 | C2 | DELUXE OCEAN VIEW STATEROOM

D | OCEAN VIEW STATEROOM

With the curtains drawn back and the natural light streaming in, these newly redecorated 15-square-metre staterooms feel even more spacious. A generous seating area, vanity desk, refrigerated mini-bar and breakfast table are perfectly complemented by the rich hues and stylish fabrics of the new decor.

The light from a classic porthole illuminates the stunning new decor in these 15-square-metre staterooms, tastefully designed to maximize space and convenience. Enjoy a comfortable seating area with a sofa on which to stretch out, as well as a vanity desk, breakfast table and refrigerated mini-bar.

E | OCEAN VIEW STATEROOM

F | G | INSIDE STATEROOM

Centrally located on deck 6, these elegant 13-square-metre staterooms offer stylish new furnishings and a panorama window with obstructed views. Features include a vanity desk, refrigerated mini-bar, small breakfast table and an ample closet.

Beautifully renovated with style and flair, these delightful private retreats boast 14 square metres of luxury. Highlights include a comfortable seating area, vanity desk, refrigerated mini-bar and plenty of storage. The ingenious use of space is complemented by the rich new decor.

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INSIGNIA |

DECK PLANS STATEROOM COLOR LEGEND

SHIP’S SPECIFICATIONS Year Built: 1998 | Year Refurbished: 2014 | Gross Tonnage: 30,277 Length: 180.96 metres | Beam: 25.45 metres | Cruising Speed: 18 knots | Guest Decks: 9 Guest Capacity (Double Occupancy): 684 | Staff Size: 400 Guest-to-Staff Ratio: 1.71 to 1 | Nationality of Officers: European Country of Registry: Marshall Islands

DECK 11

DECK 10

DECK 9

DECK 8

DECK 7

DECK 6

DECK 5

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DECK 4

DECK 3

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*Offers expire 31st March 2014. All advertised fares, offers and any applicable upgrades shown are per person based on double occupancy unless otherwise indicated, are subject to availability at time of booking, may not be combinable with other offers, or loyalty program benefits, are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn without prior notice or remain in effect after the expiration date. Any applicable shipboard credits are per stateroom based on double occupancy. All fares listed are in U.S. Dollars, per person, based on double occupancy and include Non-Commissionable Fares. Cruise-related government fees and taxes are included. Single rates and rates for 3rd and 4th guests are available upon request; call for details. Free Transfers are restricted to guests utilizing the free, pre-cruise hotel. Free Gratuities does not apply to service charges relating to private dining, spa treatments or alcoholic beverages. Restrictions apply to Free Visa Package; details on request. Oceania Cruises reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Additional Terms and Conditions may apply. 28 Complete Terms and Conditions may be found in the Guest Ticket Contract. Ships’ Registry: Marshall Islands. PRO40521

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