27 AUG 2018: Oceania Cruises is promising that an ambitious rebuild of its smaller ships will result in “four better-than-new ships.” The $100-million OceaniaNEXT project includes the complete rebuilding of Oceania’s R-Class ships. Regatta, Insignia, Sirena, and Nautica, each nearing 20 years old, will see staterooms and suites and many public areas taken down to bare metal and rebuilt in fresh, bright furnishings while keeping some of their club-like features.
In an interview with The Cruisington Times, James Rodriguez, the executive vice-president of Oceania Cruises reveals the new look coming soon: