Join Host of "Samantha
Brown's Places to Love" for an Unforgettable Journey
Featuring Exclusive Events, and Enriching Onboard
Experiences
MIAMI, Oct. 30,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises®, the
world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has
partnered with travel expert Samantha
Brown of the PBS Emmy®-winning TV show "Samantha Brown's Places to Love," to host one of
Allura's inaugural sailings next summer.
Guests are invited to join the TV personality on a 10-day
Mediterranean voyage aboard its newest ship, Allura, which
launches in mid-July 2025. Sailing
from Monte Carlo to Athens, departing on August 5, 2025, this specialty cruise offers the
opportunity to enjoy breathtaking destinations, enriching onboard
programming, world-class cuisine, and cultural immersions.
For more than 20 years, Brown has traversed continents,
experienced myriad cultures, and tasted adventure applying her
singular brand of warmth and inclusion along the way.
"We are thrilled to welcome Samantha aboard Allura. Her
obvious passion for authentic travel experiences aligns perfectly
with our mission to offer guests unforgettable journeys," said
Frank A. Del Rio, President of
Oceania Cruises. "With Samantha's extensive destination expertise
and the unmatched elegance of our newest ship, this voyage promises
to be a truly extraordinary adventure from jet-set Monte Carlo to historic Athens - via Italian cities, Greek islands,
and Turkish resorts."
"I am so thrilled to be able to join my fans and fellow
travelers on Oceania Cruises' newest ship, Allura," said
Samantha Brown, host of
"Samantha Brown's Places to Love."
"I'm looking forward to revisiting some of the places I have been
to, like Rome and the Amalfi
Coast, and discovering new places in Turkey and Greece. It's going to be an epic trip!"
This special hosted sailing will feature onboard programming
including a travel talk, with the chance to ask questions in the
theater with Brown, a welcome cocktail reception,
destination-themed Chef's Market Dinners in the Terrace Café, plus
Oceania Cruises' legendary gala brunch. Additionally, she will join
a select number of shore excursions during the sailing.
With Oceania Cruises' extensive set of small-group, immersive
shore excursions, guests have hundreds of options, from exploring
lush vineyards on the volcanic slopes of Mount Vesuvius in
Italy to seeing a new side of
Rhodes by exploring authentic inland villages.
Oceania Cruises' commitment to culinary excellence and
ultra-premium, small-ship experiences truly shines throughout this
10-day voyage. Guests on board the 1,200-guest Allura will
revel in visits to an enchanting range of Mediterranean jewels,
from Florence's outstanding Renaissance treasures and Rome's everlasting grandeur to the iconic
cliffside villages of Santorini and Antalya's soft-sand
beaches.
- Guests booking this 'Mediterranean Allure' voyage should
mention code 'SBROWN' when making their reservation. These guests
will receive advance notice of special programming featuring
Samantha Brown.
- For additional information on Oceania Cruises' small-ship
luxury, exquisitely crafted cuisine, and expertly curated travel
experiences, visit OceaniaCruises.com, call 855-OCEANIA, or speak
with a professional travel advisor.
Your World Included™
With our Your World Included™ brand promise, guests receive a
rich selection of always included amenities for the ultimate value
in ultra-premium cruising. This means unforgettable dining
experiences at our varied, exquisite restaurants are all at no
additional charge. Complimentary specialty coffees, sodas,
cold-pressed juices, and still and sparkling Vero Water® are served
throughout the ship. Unlimited, free Starlink WiFi is available in
every suite, stateroom and all public areas. In-room dining
features a superb variety of hot and cold selections. Fruit
smoothies, milkshakes, gelato and gourmet Humphry Slocombe ice cream are always included.
Group fitness classes at Aquamar® Spa + Vitality Center are free of
charge. Gratuities are included for the ultimate in convenience and
value. And even laundry services are free for all guests. Along
with our signature personalized service, Oceania Cruises' guests
will enjoy a seamless, value-packed experience.
About Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises® is the world's leading culinary- and
destination-focused cruise line. The line's eight small, luxurious
ships carry a maximum of 1,250 guests and feature The Finest
Cuisine at Sea® and destination-rich itineraries that span the
globe. Expertly curated travel experiences are available aboard the
designer-inspired, small ships, which call on more than 600 marquee
and boutique ports in more than 100 countries on seven continents,
on voyages that range from seven to more than 200 days. Oceania
Cruises® has two additional ships on order scheduled for delivery
in 2027 and 2028 or 2029[1]. Oceania Cruises®
is a wholly owned subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
(NYSE: NCLH). To learn more, visit www.nclhltd.com.
[1] Delivery for the second Oceania Cruises ship is
contractually scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2028, but may be
delayed to 2029.
About Samantha
Brown
Samantha Brown,
a two-time Emmy Award-winning TV host and travel expert, has been
inspiring wanderlust for 25 years by authentically showcasing the
character of the people and places she encounters worldwide. Since
her debut on Travel Channel's Great Vacation Homes, she
has traveled over 2.5 million miles and explored numerous cities in
65 countries. As she approaches her 25th anniversary as a TV
personality and the release of the 8th season
of PBS's Samantha
Brown's Places to Love in January 2024, she continues to uncover hidden
gems and local cultures, offering fresh perspectives on travel. In
2024, Samantha Brown was nominated again for the Daytime Emmy
Award for Daytime Personality — Non-Daily. Previously, the show
garnered award wins for Outstanding Host for a Lifestyle,
Children's, or Special Class Program and Outstanding Travel and
Adventure Program in 2019, alongside multiple other Emmy
nominations from 2019 to 2022. Additionally, as a natural extension
of her years on the road, in 2010, Samantha launched a stylish and
practical luggage line on HSN, which quickly became a top customer
pick and one of the year's most successful brand launches. As she
celebrates her 25 years in the industry, Samantha remains dedicated
to connecting viewers to the heart and soul of travel.
Follow Samantha via her
website, https://samantha-brown.com; on
Instagram @samanthabrowntravels; Facebook
at RealSamanthaBrown; and @samanthabrown on
X.
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