The Oceania Nautica is set to be reimagined as the Oceania Aurelia, Oceania Cruises said in a press release, describing the ship as the ultimate explorer.

Having completed 25 years of operation last year, the ship will be transformed under the OceaniaNEXT program and is scheduled to come into service in late 2027.

It is expected to operate the cruise line’s 2028 and 2029 180-day Around the World voyages as well as a series of Grand Voyages.

“Oceania Aurelia is our ultimate world explorer. She is designed specifically for guests who desire greater space, more suites and a deeper level of personalized care, particularly for extended journeys,” said Jason Montague, Chief Luxury Officer of Oceania Cruises.

“Oceania Aurelia will be a smaller, more club-like ship that truly feels like a home at sea, providing travelers a deeper connection to the ports they visit.”

The Aurelia will be able to accommodate fewer than 500 guests, served by 400 officers and crew.

Out of the ship’s 238 accommodation units, 179 will be designed as spacious suites, most exceeding 300 square feet, some spanning up to 1,000 square feet, and many featuring living and dining spaces.

The collection of suites will include remastered Owner’s, Vista and Penthouse Suites, plus new additions: Oceania Suites, Horizon Suites as well as a selection of Oceanview and Inside Suites.

Dining options aboard the Aurelia will include The Grand Dining Room, Polo Grill, Toscana, Terrace Café, Waves Grill and the Pizzeria in the evenings, Oceania said.

The line’s coffee venue, Baristas, will move to Horizons and feature the Bakery and the Crêperie as new additions.

Bars and lounges will round up the experience – including mixology experiences at the new Founders Bar.

Enrichment opportunities will include:

• The new Chef’s Studio – offering a series of culinary workshops,
• Artist Loft – for creative activities,
• LYNC Digital Center – featuring interactive classes,
• Guest Speakers – providing engaging talks on a range of topics.

The company also added that unlimited access to the Aquamar Spa Terrace will be available to all guests for the first time.