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Marina
15 Night
Continental Connoisseur
London (Dover) to Barcelona

Ship: Marina
Cruise Line: Oceania Cruises
Departures:  12 September 2012
Duration: 15 Nights
Ports: London, Dover, Bruges, Zeebrugge, Paris, Le Havre, La Rochelle, Bordeaux, Le Verdon, Bilbao, La Coruna, Oporto, Lisbon, Seville, Cadiz, Casablanca, Barcelona
Airport gateway (Arrival) : London
Airport gateway (Departure) : Barcelona

Itinerary

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

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Ports

London

London is an enormous cosmopolitan city, with all the cultural and gastronomic attractions you'd expect from a world capital. Stretching for more than 30 miles on either side of the River Thames, it is Europe's largest city, with a diverse population of about eight million. Southampton is one of several port cities and a gateway to London.

Country - England
Distance from port to City - 100kms
Distance from port to Airport - 100kms
Currency - Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest
Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, London Bridge

Dover

London is one of the world's most visited cities and a major tourist hub for many European journeys. London has the greatest concentration of tourist attractions in Britain with Westminster Abbey, Regent Street, Picadilly and the British Parliament as well as the nightlife and shopping to last a lifetime. A definate must see for anyone who is visiting Europe

Country - United Kingdom
Distance from port to City - 110kms
Distance from port to Airport - 135kms
Currency - UK Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest
Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, House of Parliament

Zeebrugge

The port city of Zeebrugge, known as "the gateway to Belgium," provides a beautiful first impression for one of the most vibrant and creative countries in the world. Discover Brussels, capital of Belgium, with its medieval architecture and modern cuisine, plus two of the best preserved cities in Europe, the Flemish Ghent and Bruges.

Country - Belgium
Distance from port to City - 15kms
Distance from port to Airport - 25kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Ghent, Bruges, Brussels

Le Havre

Le Havre is the gateway to northern France. From this port, the great northern cities of France: Paris, Etretat, Fecamp and the Normandy region are all within easy driving distance - across a beautiful countryside.

Country - France
Distance from port to City (Paris) - 200kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Paris, Versailles, Giverny

Bordeaux

At the mouth of the Gironde Estuary, the port of Le Verdon is your gateway to the bustling city of Bordeaux and its fine winemaking industry. Pass through through pastoral settings of charming chateaux, fertile vineyards and the Medoc region's low rising hills on the way to the famous wine producing region

Country - France
Distance from port to City - 105kms
Distance to Airport - 115kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Bordeaux Wine Country, Basilique St Michel

Bilbao

Bilbao is home to Spain's celebrated Basque country, with its historic old quarters of Gothic churches, gracious plazas and fascinating shops. Stroll along the vibrant riverside promenade and see the stunning Guggenheim Museum.

Country - Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 9kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Guggenheim Museum, Museo de Bellas Artes, Basque Museum

La Coruna



Country -  Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest

Oporto

Oporto (also known as Porto) is a city in northern Portugal and is the second largest city in Portugal. One of Portugal's most internationally famous products, Port wine, was named after the city because it was originally shipped from the area or, more precisely, from Vila Nova de Gaia, a city just across the river which belongs to the same conurbation. Porto is well known for its enterprising spirit, characteristic culture, people, and local cuisine. Ribeira, the historic Centre of Porto, has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO (1996).
 
Country
- Portugal
Distance from port to City
Distance to Airport
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Historic Centre of Oporto, Casa da Musica, Oporto Cathedral, Clerigos Church

Lisbon

With over twenty centuries of history, this beautiful city boasts tile covered building façades and narrow Medieval streets, most of which still remain today. The port's strategic location brought about Portugal's great wave of exploration during the 15th century. Trade routes from the east brought rich and varied spices, textiles and foreign influences.

Country - Portugal
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 8kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
St Jorge Castle, Praca do Comercio, Gulbenkian Museum

Seville

Spain's gateway to the Atlantic, Cadiz welcomes you to 3,000 years of history and to the nearby city of Seville, famed for its bullfights, flamenco and flower-filled patios. Columbus crossed the ocean blue from Andalusia, forever tying the Americas to Seville

Country - Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 140kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Royal Alcazar, Cathedral of Seville

Cadiz

From Cadiz you can taste the sherries of Jerez and visit an Andalusian equestrian school, or drive through cork plantations to see the marvelous city of Seville with its Alcazar Royal Palace. Cadiz itself boasts a 13th-century cathedral and ancient castle walls.

Country - Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Andalusian Equestrian School, Seville, Cadiz Castle

Casablanca

Casablanca is a modern city with beaches bordering the Atlantic and broad, tree-lined avenues. The city is also your gateway to Morocco's interior and the exotic "Imperial Cities" of Rabat and Marrakech. Stroll through the narrow streets of the old medina and visit the spice market. Admire the stunning and enormous Hassan II Mosque built beside the sea. Or journey inland to Rabat and Meknes, two fascinating old cities of kasbahs, souks and Moroccan tradition.

Country - Morroco
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 30kms
Currency - Moroccan Dirham (MAD)

Places of Interest
Medina, Hassan II Mosque, Rabat

Barcelona

Explore Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, and you’ll discover the ornately wrought works of Antonio Gaudi. A local architect, whose works culminate in the surrealistic spires of the yet to be finished Sagrada Familia. Take a stroll down the colourful Ramblas. Explore the Gothic Quarter. Ride a cable car to the summit of Montjuic. Or sample local wines and authentic tapas as you watch the hustle and bustle of daily life pass you by.

Country - Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 12kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Las Ramblas, La Safrada Familia, Museo Picasso

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Cruise line info

Oceania Cruises

Oceania Cruises

Welcome To The World Of Oceania Cruises
Formed in 2002 by luxury cruise industry veterans Joe Watters and Frank Del Rio, Oceania Cruises is the world’s largest upscale cruise line. The finest cuisine at sea, award-winning itineraries and outstanding value define Oceania Cruises’ five-star product and have positioned the company as the cruise line of choice for travelers seeking a truly refined and casually elegant travel experience.

Oceania has three intimate and luxurious 684-guest ships which allow you to explore the world in unequalled style and comfort. Elegant and mid-size, you’ll find the onboard atmosphere is extremely convivial, and with more than 400 staff members at your disposal, you will experience a level of personalized service that is unrivaled.

The Finest Cuisine At Sea
You will enjoy the flexibility of four open seating restaurants; you dine when, where and with whom you choose. Our 5 Star menus are crafted under the meticulously watchful eye of renowned master chef Jacques Pépin, our Executive Culinary Director. Host of numerous public television series, he is one of America's best known chefs, food columnists and cook book authors. He has also served as the personal chef to no less than three French heads of state, including Charles de Gaulle.

Award-Winning Itineraries
Regatta, Insignia and Nautica sail itineraries that span the globe. With an entire world of exotic destinations at your disposal, your choices are virtually boundless. The Far East and China beckons with overnight stays in such famed cities as Beijing, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Shanghai, Hanoi, Saigon, Kyoto, Bombay, Luxor and Dubai. South America will capture your fancy with its seductive nature, natural beauty and historical depth as you travel to chic Rio de Janeiro, the rugged outpost of Port Stanley, or sail amidst the majesty of Chile’s glacier-laden fjords. Europe is yours to discover as Regatta, Insignia and Nautica leave virtually no port unexplored, cruising to more than 80 ports in Scandinavia and Russia, Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, the Greek Isles, the Black Sea and such esoteric locales as Libya, Tunisia and Morocco. The Caribbean’s azure blue seas and silken beaches present a tempting diversion from the winter doldrums. From the yachtsmen’s haven of Antigua to tony St. Barts or to the lush jungles of Central America, you will experience a world of tropical bliss that you never knew existed.

A World of Destination Expertise
In each and every destination we call upon, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding, enriching destination experience possible. In many ports, you’ll stay overnight which allows for two days of exploration and provides you with the opportunity to immerse yourself in the history, culture and cuisine. Our goal is for each and every guest to experience the destinations, not merely visit.

Wave Entertainment Network 
Wave Entertainment Network delivers an at-sea television platform that rivals what viewers currently experience at home and is a significant change in the world of maritime entertainment. The Wave programming platform is the first multi-channel, interactive television system ever to be distributed to passenger cruise ships in all ocean regions around the world. Wave offers abundant content—both linear and “on-demand”–with superior digital picture quality via its satellite delivered IPTV system.

The first ship to deploy the Wave television platform will be Insignia. Nautica and Regatta are scheduled to receive the service later this year.

 

 

Ship info

Marina

Oceania Cruises' Marina has been named one of the top 10 mid-size ships in the world in the 2012 Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships. With a total score of more than 1,700 points, which translates to a 5-star rating, Marina has joined an elite group of vessels that belong to the Berlitz "Five-Star Club," representing the highest rated ships in the world.
 
The Oceania-Class Marina represents an evolution of the line’s extremely popular Regatta-Class ships. Since the inception of Oceania Cruises, our ships have delivered an unparalleled onboard experience. So many of the indulgences are a direct result of our ships’ ideal mid-size, a tradition that Marina will proudly continue, but in an even more refined incarnation. She personifies the Oceania experience and then some.
 
The brand new Marina, and her sister Riviera, which debuts in April 2012, are the most beautiful, elegant and sophisticated ships to debut in the past 50 years. Designer touches are everywhere, from the magnificent Lalique Grand Staircase and stunning Owner's Suites furnished in Ralph Lauren Home, they are showcases of the finest residential design and furnishings. More than anything, Marina and Riviera personify the Oceania Cruises experience.

While larger than her consorts Regatta, Insignia and Nautica, Marina remains comfortably mid-size, adroitly utilizing the additional space for even greater amenities. She rewards guests with our signature “finest cuisine at sea” in six restaurants, including two new gourmet venues — Jacques and Red Ginger. Her new La Reserve holds enlightening wine and food pairings. For special coffees and snacks, there is Baristas Coffee Bar. The new Bon Appétit Culinary Center offers hands-on cooking instruction under the guidance of master chefs. Similarly, artists-in-residence teach fine arts in Artist Loft, a new enrichment center. Intimate lounges abound. Accommodations in every category are incredibly spacious, especially with regard to the lavish bathrooms.

Yet remarkably, with so many additions, the onboard ambiance and experience remains comfortably familiar. We have retained everything guests adore about our ships and raised the bar ever higher.

 


Dining

This ship has 9 restaurants

  • Grand Dining Room
  • Jacques (French)
  • Red Ginger (Asian)
  • Polo Grill (Steakhouse) 
  • Toscana (Italian)
  • Terrace Cafe
  • Waves (Casual open air)
  • Privee (exclusive Degustation)
  • La Reserve (exclusive menu pairing wine & food)
  • Room Service
     

Bars & Lounges

  • Martinis
  • Baristas
  • Grand Bar
  • Marina Lounge
  • Horizons

Entertainment

  • Afternoon Tea
  • Premium Tastings of food & wine
  • Casino
  • Martini Tasting
  • Boutiques
  • Headline Entertainers

Onboard Activities

  • Canyon Ranch Spa
  • Salon
  • Bon Appetit Culinary Centre
  • Artist Loft
  • Library
  • Internet Centre
  • Gymnasium and Fitness Area
  • Library

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage 65,000 Tonnes
Star Rating Yet to be rated
Size/Style of Ship Mid/Luxury
Entered Service 2011
Registry Marshall Islands
Former Name None
Length 235.9 metres
Beam 32 metres
Draft 7.3 metres
Propulsion/Propellers Stabilizers
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots) 20
Passenger Capacity (twin) 1,258
Crew 800
Nationality of Officers European
Nationality of Crew International
Total Cabins 629
Total Inside cabins 18
Total Outside cabins 20
Cabin/Suites with Balcony 591
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins 6
Passenger Decks 11
Cabin Electricity 110,220v
Elevators TBA
Self-Service Laundry No
Onboard Currency (subject to change) US Dollar

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