[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"article-from-nautica-to-aurelia-how-oceania-is-converting-a-classic-ship-into-a-long-luxe-world-cruise-flagship-en":3,"ArticleBody_ojwVHUYAowD6v0mq82y6k8A14Ya0IvaTtNaFnCEjKs4":189},{"article":4,"relatedArticles":160,"locale":45},{"id":5,"title":6,"slug":7,"content":8,"htmlContent":9,"excerpt":10,"category":11,"tags":12,"metaDescription":10,"wordCount":13,"readingTime":14,"publishedAt":15,"sources":16,"sourceCoverage":38,"transparency":39,"seo":42,"language":45,"featuredImage":46,"featuredImageCredit":47,"isFreeGeneration":51,"trendSlug":52,"trendSnapshot":52,"niche":53,"geoTakeaways":57,"geoFaq":66,"entities":76},"69eabee44d7939ebf3b779e0","From Nautica to Aurelia: How Oceania Is Converting a Classic Ship into a Long-Luxe World Cruise Flagship","from-nautica-to-aurelia-how-oceania-is-converting-a-classic-ship-into-a-long-luxe-world-cruise-flagship","For dedicated world cruisers, the transformation of [Oceania](https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FOceania) [Nautica](https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FNautica) into Oceania [Aurelia](https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FAurelia) is more than a refurbishment; it is the reimagining of a beloved 30,000‑gross‑ton classic into a modern, residential-style world cruiser designed for months at sea.[4][5]  \n\n💡 **Key takeaway:** Aurelia is not a newbuild, but she is being treated as a purpose-built long-voyage flagship.\n\n---\n\n## Why Oceania Is Transforming Nautica into a Long-Luxe World Cruise Ship\n\n- Launched in 2000 as R Five for [Renaissance Cruises](https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FRenaissance_Cruises), Nautica joined Oceania in 2005 and has nearly 25 years of global sailing behind her 594‑foot hull.[2][4]  \n- Instead of selling or retiring this R‑class ship, Oceania is refitting a platform whose size and layout naturally support long, destination‑intensive voyages.[4]  \n- The project sits within OceaniaNEXT, which upgrades older ships and aligns them with more immersive, upscale sailings from seven to 200+ days across eight ships.[3][5]  \n- From 2028, Aurelia will be dedicated to 180‑day [Around the World itineraries](https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FAround_the_World_in_Eighty_Days) and grand voyages, signalling Oceania’s confidence in the deepening long‑luxe market.[1][3]\n\n📊 **Figure:** Oceania’s refit will reduce capacity from about 670 guests in 349 staterooms to fewer than 500 guests in just 238 accommodations, supported by approximately 400 crew.[1][2][4] This shifts the ship into “club-like” territory, with a crew‑to‑guest ratio approaching one‑to‑one.\n\nJason Montague, Oceania’s Chief Luxury Officer, casts Aurelia as “our ultimate world explorer” and “a home at sea,” with “greater space, more suites and a deeper level of personalised care” for extended journeys.[1][3][5] The design focus is on *living* aboard for half a year, not simply staying.\n\n⚠️ **Key point:** The strategy is not just more luxury, but more *livable* luxury tailored to very long itineraries.\n\n---\n\n## Inside the Conversion: Space, Suites and Social Areas Reimagined for Long Voyages\n\n- Accommodations drop from 349 to 238, of which 179 will be suites—nearly triple the current 62.[1][2][4]  \n- Most suites exceed 300 square feet, with top categories nearing 1,000 square feet and offering real living and dining zones.[1][2]  \n\nSuite tiers will include remastered Owner’s, Vista and Penthouse suites plus new Oceania, Horizon, Oceanview and Inside suites.[1][2] For long voyages, key features are:\n\n- Large wardrobes and under‑bed storage for 180 days of clothing  \n- Distinct living\u002Fdining spaces for hosting friends  \n- Purposeful desks and connectivity for remote work or extended correspondence  \n\n💡 **Key takeaway:** The accommodation plan reads more like a boutique residential tower than a traditional cruise ship deck map.[1]\n\nThe conversion follows a clear sequence: Oceania is starting with a trusted R‑class hull and reshaping it into a ship whose layout, capacity and service model are all tuned to very long voyages.\n\n```mermaid\nflowchart TB\n    title Conversion of Oceania Nautica into Long-Luxe World Cruise Flagship Aurelia\n\n    A[Nautica R-class hull] --> B[OceaniaNEXT vision]\n    B --> C[Suite-heavy redesign]\n    C --> D[Reduced capacity]\n    D --> E[Social hubs refreshed]\n    E --> F[Service model enhanced]\n    F --> G[World-cruise focus]\n\n    classDef info fill:#3b82f6,stroke:#1d4ed8,color:#ffffff,stroke-width:2px;\n    class A,B,C,D,E,F,G info;\n```\n\nPublic spaces echo this residential approach:\n\n- Baristas, the coffee hub, moves into the Horizons observation lounge and gains an in‑house Bakery and dedicated Crêperie.[2][5]  \n- The Allura‑class Founders Bar concept introduces serious mixology as a core social venue.[2][5]  \n- Together, they create an all‑day upper‑deck “living room” flowing from espresso to pastries to cocktails with familiar staff.[1][2]\n\nBehind the scenes:\n\n- Around 400 crew support a high‑touch service model, including [butlers](https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FButler) in many suites and strong concierge support for complex, port‑heavy itineraries.[1][3][4]  \n- On a recent sister‑ship world cruise, one couple’s butler evolved from “service point” to “anchor,” arranging medical visits, private guides and in‑suite celebrations over 180 days—precisely the continuity Oceania is codifying on Aurelia.[4]\n\n⚡ **Service insight:** High staffing levels enable consistent relationships over months at sea, not just added pampering.\n\n---\n\n## What Aurelia Means for World Cruisers and the Long-Luxe Market\n\n- In 2028–2029, Aurelia will sit at the top of Oceania’s 7‑ to 200+‑day portfolio, handling the longest, most complex and lucrative itineraries.[1][3][5]  \n- Refitting a 30,277‑gt, 594‑foot R‑class hull into a suite‑dense ship recalls classic long‑cruise liners that prized outdoor decks and human‑scale rooms over spectacle.[1][4]  \n- With residential interiors, upgraded systems and fewer guests, Aurelia shows how a careful conversion can rival a newbuild for long‑route comfort and efficiency.[4]\n\nLikely guests include:\n\n- Seasoned world cruisers wanting more space and a tighter‑knit community  \n- Affluent retirees seeking a “floating second home” instead of multiple land trips  \n- Remote professionals who can work at sea if they have the right suite layout  \n\nClub‑like venues, recurring enrichment and a small, stable guest cohort foster deep social bonds that often outlast the voyage.[1][3] Aurelia is therefore both a social‑architecture experiment and a hardware refit.\n\nIn the competitive set, Aurelia slots between ultra‑luxury yachts and mass‑market world cruises, differentiating through crew ratios, culinary focus, OceaniaNEXT upgrades and a clear “home at sea” promise.[4][5]\n\n💼 **Market note:** Aurelia sharpens Oceania’s long‑luxe identity while preserving its upper‑premium DNA.\n\n---\n\n## Conclusion: A Classic Reborn for Life at Sea\n\nThe Nautica‑to‑Aurelia conversion repurposes a well‑loved R‑class ship into a long‑luxe flagship: under 500 guests, 179 suites, generous public rooms and a high‑touch crew, all oriented to life at sea over many months.[1][2][5] It fuses a heritage hull, contemporary residential design and a club‑style onboard culture for world voyagers.\n\nIf your ambitions lean toward extended exploration, consider whether Aurelia’s formula—more space, more suites, fewer fellow guests—matches how you want to live at sea. With a late‑2027 debut and 2028–2029 world cruises already announced, follow refurbishment news and itineraries closely; the most desirable suites are likely to be reserved early.[1][3]","\u003Cp>For dedicated world cruisers, the transformation of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FOceania\" class=\"wiki-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oceania\u003C\u002Fa> \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FNautica\" class=\"wiki-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nautica\u003C\u002Fa> into Oceania \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FAurelia\" class=\"wiki-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aurelia\u003C\u002Fa> is more than a refurbishment; it is the reimagining of a beloved 30,000‑gross‑ton classic into a modern, residential-style world cruiser designed for months at sea.\u003Ca href=\"#source-4\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [4]\">[4]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-5\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [5]\">[5]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>💡 \u003Cstrong>Key takeaway:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Aurelia is not a newbuild, but she is being treated as a purpose-built long-voyage flagship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2>Why Oceania Is Transforming Nautica into a Long-Luxe World Cruise Ship\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Launched in 2000 as R Five for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FRenaissance_Cruises\" class=\"wiki-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Renaissance Cruises\u003C\u002Fa>, Nautica joined Oceania in 2005 and has nearly 25 years of global sailing behind her 594‑foot hull.\u003Ca href=\"#source-2\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [2]\">[2]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-4\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [4]\">[4]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Instead of selling or retiring this R‑class ship, Oceania is refitting a platform whose size and layout naturally support long, destination‑intensive voyages.\u003Ca href=\"#source-4\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [4]\">[4]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>The project sits within OceaniaNEXT, which upgrades older ships and aligns them with more immersive, upscale sailings from seven to 200+ days across eight ships.\u003Ca href=\"#source-3\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [3]\">[3]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-5\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [5]\">[5]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>From 2028, Aurelia will be dedicated to 180‑day \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FAround_the_World_in_Eighty_Days\" class=\"wiki-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Around the World itineraries\u003C\u002Fa> and grand voyages, signalling Oceania’s confidence in the deepening long‑luxe market.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-3\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [3]\">[3]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>📊 \u003Cstrong>Figure:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Oceania’s refit will reduce capacity from about 670 guests in 349 staterooms to fewer than 500 guests in just 238 accommodations, supported by approximately 400 crew.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-2\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [2]\">[2]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-4\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [4]\">[4]\u003C\u002Fa> This shifts the ship into “club-like” territory, with a crew‑to‑guest ratio approaching one‑to‑one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jason Montague, Oceania’s Chief Luxury Officer, casts Aurelia as “our ultimate world explorer” and “a home at sea,” with “greater space, more suites and a deeper level of personalised care” for extended journeys.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-3\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [3]\">[3]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-5\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [5]\">[5]\u003C\u002Fa> The design focus is on \u003Cem>living\u003C\u002Fem> aboard for half a year, not simply staying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>⚠️ \u003Cstrong>Key point:\u003C\u002Fstrong> The strategy is not just more luxury, but more \u003Cem>livable\u003C\u002Fem> luxury tailored to very long itineraries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2>Inside the Conversion: Space, Suites and Social Areas Reimagined for Long Voyages\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Accommodations drop from 349 to 238, of which 179 will be suites—nearly triple the current 62.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-2\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [2]\">[2]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-4\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [4]\">[4]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Most suites exceed 300 square feet, with top categories nearing 1,000 square feet and offering real living and dining zones.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-2\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [2]\">[2]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Suite tiers will include remastered Owner’s, Vista and Penthouse suites plus new Oceania, Horizon, Oceanview and Inside suites.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-2\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [2]\">[2]\u003C\u002Fa> For long voyages, key features are:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Large wardrobes and under‑bed storage for 180 days of clothing\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Distinct living\u002Fdining spaces for hosting friends\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Purposeful desks and connectivity for remote work or extended correspondence\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>💡 \u003Cstrong>Key takeaway:\u003C\u002Fstrong> The accommodation plan reads more like a boutique residential tower than a traditional cruise ship deck map.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The conversion follows a clear sequence: Oceania is starting with a trusted R‑class hull and reshaping it into a ship whose layout, capacity and service model are all tuned to very long voyages.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cpre>\u003Ccode class=\"language-mermaid\">flowchart TB\n    title Conversion of Oceania Nautica into Long-Luxe World Cruise Flagship Aurelia\n\n    A[Nautica R-class hull] --> B[OceaniaNEXT vision]\n    B --> C[Suite-heavy redesign]\n    C --> D[Reduced capacity]\n    D --> E[Social hubs refreshed]\n    E --> F[Service model enhanced]\n    F --> G[World-cruise focus]\n\n    classDef info fill:#3b82f6,stroke:#1d4ed8,color:#ffffff,stroke-width:2px;\n    class A,B,C,D,E,F,G info;\n\u003C\u002Fcode>\u003C\u002Fpre>\n\u003Cp>Public spaces echo this residential approach:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Baristas, the coffee hub, moves into the Horizons observation lounge and gains an in‑house Bakery and dedicated Crêperie.\u003Ca href=\"#source-2\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [2]\">[2]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-5\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [5]\">[5]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>The Allura‑class Founders Bar concept introduces serious mixology as a core social venue.\u003Ca href=\"#source-2\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [2]\">[2]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-5\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [5]\">[5]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Together, they create an all‑day upper‑deck “living room” flowing from espresso to pastries to cocktails with familiar staff.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-2\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [2]\">[2]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Behind the scenes:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Around 400 crew support a high‑touch service model, including \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FButler\" class=\"wiki-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">butlers\u003C\u002Fa> in many suites and strong concierge support for complex, port‑heavy itineraries.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-3\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [3]\">[3]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-4\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [4]\">[4]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>On a recent sister‑ship world cruise, one couple’s butler evolved from “service point” to “anchor,” arranging medical visits, private guides and in‑suite celebrations over 180 days—precisely the continuity Oceania is codifying on Aurelia.\u003Ca href=\"#source-4\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [4]\">[4]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>⚡ \u003Cstrong>Service insight:\u003C\u002Fstrong> High staffing levels enable consistent relationships over months at sea, not just added pampering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2>What Aurelia Means for World Cruisers and the Long-Luxe Market\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>In 2028–2029, Aurelia will sit at the top of Oceania’s 7‑ to 200+‑day portfolio, handling the longest, most complex and lucrative itineraries.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-3\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [3]\">[3]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-5\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [5]\">[5]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Refitting a 30,277‑gt, 594‑foot R‑class hull into a suite‑dense ship recalls classic long‑cruise liners that prized outdoor decks and human‑scale rooms over spectacle.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-4\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [4]\">[4]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>With residential interiors, upgraded systems and fewer guests, Aurelia shows how a careful conversion can rival a newbuild for long‑route comfort and efficiency.\u003Ca href=\"#source-4\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [4]\">[4]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Likely guests include:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Seasoned world cruisers wanting more space and a tighter‑knit community\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Affluent retirees seeking a “floating second home” instead of multiple land trips\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Remote professionals who can work at sea if they have the right suite layout\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Club‑like venues, recurring enrichment and a small, stable guest cohort foster deep social bonds that often outlast the voyage.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-3\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [3]\">[3]\u003C\u002Fa> Aurelia is therefore both a social‑architecture experiment and a hardware refit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the competitive set, Aurelia slots between ultra‑luxury yachts and mass‑market world cruises, differentiating through crew ratios, culinary focus, OceaniaNEXT upgrades and a clear “home at sea” promise.\u003Ca href=\"#source-4\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [4]\">[4]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-5\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [5]\">[5]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>💼 \u003Cstrong>Market note:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Aurelia sharpens Oceania’s long‑luxe identity while preserving its upper‑premium DNA.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2>Conclusion: A Classic Reborn for Life at Sea\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>The Nautica‑to‑Aurelia conversion repurposes a well‑loved R‑class ship into a long‑luxe flagship: under 500 guests, 179 suites, generous public rooms and a high‑touch crew, all oriented to life at sea over many months.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-2\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [2]\">[2]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-5\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [5]\">[5]\u003C\u002Fa> It fuses a heritage hull, contemporary residential design and a club‑style onboard culture for world voyagers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If your ambitions lean toward extended exploration, consider whether Aurelia’s formula—more space, more suites, fewer fellow guests—matches how you want to live at sea. With a late‑2027 debut and 2028–2029 world cruises already announced, follow refurbishment news and itineraries closely; the most desirable suites are likely to be reserved early.\u003Ca href=\"#source-1\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [1]\">[1]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Ca href=\"#source-3\" class=\"citation-link\" title=\"View source [3]\">[3]\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n","For dedicated world cruisers, the transformation of Oceania Nautica into Oceania Aurelia is more than a refurbishment; it is the reimagining of a beloved 30,000‑gross‑ton classic into a modern, reside...","trend-radar",[],921,5,"2026-04-24T01:02:29.087Z",[17,22,26,30,34],{"title":18,"url":19,"summary":20,"type":21},"Oceania Nautica will be transformed into Aurelia for long cruises","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.seatrade-cruise.com\u002Frefurb-design-interiors\u002Foceania-nautica-will-be-transformed-into-aurelia-for-long-cruises","Anne Kalosh,  \nEditor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review  \nApril 22, 2026\n\nOceania Cruises will transform the 670-passenger Oceania Nautica into the less than 500-...","kb",{"title":23,"url":24,"summary":25,"type":21},"A Nautical Transformation: Oceania's Nautica Will Become the Aurelia: Travel Weekly","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.travelweekly.com\u002FCruise-Travel\u002FOceania-Cruises-transform-and-rename-the-Nautica","By Teri West\n\nSay goodbye to the Oceania Nautica and hello to the Oceania Aurelia.\n\nOceania Cruises will rename the Nautica after the ship gets an extensive renovation next year. When the Nautica emer...",{"title":27,"url":28,"summary":29,"type":21},"Oceania Nautica Is Getting a Complete Transformation Into the Brand New Oceania Aurelia – Cruise Maven","https:\u002F\u002Fcruisemaven.com\u002Foceania-nautica-is-getting-a-complete-transformation-into-the-brand-new-oceania-aurelia\u002F","Oceania Cruises just announced a big transformation that world travelers will want to know about. The beloved Nautica is getting a complete makeover — and a brand-new name.\n\n## Meet the Oceania Aureli...",{"title":31,"url":32,"summary":33,"type":21},"Oceania Cruises to Convert Older Ship for Luxury, Long Cruises","https:\u002F\u002Fmaritime-executive.com\u002Farticle\u002Foceania-cruises-to-convert-older-ship-for-luxury-long-cruises","Oceania Cruises announced plans to convert one of the line’s oldest cruise ships as the platform for long, luxury cruises. The brand has been working to move more upscale in its offerings while also p...",{"title":35,"url":36,"summary":37,"type":21},"Oceania Cruises to reimagine luxury cruise ship for longer voyages","https:\u002F\u002Ftravel.yahoo.com\u002Fcruises\u002Farticles\u002Foceania-cruises-reimagine-luxury-cruise-210304679.html","Oceania Cruises is preparing to transform and relaunch one of its ships. 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