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Oahu Beach
This is a picture I took of a beach in Oahu.This is where I would add the text of my blog. Back in March, I wrote about how Oceania’s cuisine rivals the finest shoreside restaurants and I revealed that because I’m a foodie, wine enthusiast and avid traveler, an Oceania cruise is now on my bucket list! The forces of the universe must’ve been working in my favor.
Shortly after, I was asked by our President and COO to represent the company alongside Sharl on Oceania Riviera’s christening cruise! I am beyond excited about this opportunity.
At 66,084 tonnes and 785 feet long, Riviera is an elegant mid-sized ship. She has 15 decks total, of which 11 are guest decks. With a guest capacity of 1,250 and staff size 800, the guest to staff ratio is 1.57 to 1.
Riviera, like her sister ship Marina, is designed for foodies. In fact, do you want to guess who the godmother of Riviera is? Cat Cora!
For those who aren’t familiar with this name, Cat Cora is the first female chef on Iron Chef America. She is also the co-host of a new show called Around the World in 80 Plates.
Blue Serenity
As I gazed into the ocean I wanted to just jump in. Back to the ship, Riviera is equipped with nine restaurants.
Grand Dining Room
Jacques – Named after world renowned chef and their executive culinary director, Jacques Pépin and offering French cuisine.
Red Ginger – Asian Fusion
Polo Grill – steakhouse
Toscana – Italian cuisine
Terrace Café – casual dining buffet with option to dine alfresco
Waves Grill – casual dining buffet
Privée – private party for up to 10 guests. Can be reserved for $250 per evening.
La Reserve – seven-course wine pairing dinner with a maximum of 24 guests. $95 per guest and 18% gratuity.
On this trip, Sharl and I have plans to dine in the Grand Dining Room, Red Ginger and Toscana. We will likely try Terrace Café and Waves a couple of times, too.
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