Oceania Cruises has announced a 180-day world voyage departing March 1, 2019, aboard the Insignia.
The ship will accommodate 684 guests and will sail more than 45,000 nautical miles across two oceans, five continents and 16 seas. The itinerary calls at 90 destinations in 36 countries, and to provide added convenience for travelers, guests may embark from New York, Miami or Los Angeles.
“Our exciting 2019 Around the World journey offers guests an expertly crafted route spanning the four corners of the globe, touching on nearly 100 captivating destinations and dozens of UNESCO World Heritage sites,” said Bob Binder, chief executive officer of Oceania Cruises. “It’s truly the journey of a lifetime. The added convenience of three departures, new for 2019, brings guests greater flexibility and can help simplify their travel plans.”
The 180-day itinerary features 14 overnight stays, including Bali, Indonesia; Hong Kong, China; Yangon, Myanmar; and Luxor, Egypt. Highlighted shore excursions are scheduled in Tokyo, Japan; Jerusalem, Israel; and Bordeaux, France.
Insignia is staffed by approximately 400 professionally trained crew members focused on guest comfort and personalized service. Dining on board includes four open-seating gourmet restaurants, and enrichment comes from lectures and experiences tailored to the route. The voyage price also includes first-class round-trip airfare, prepaid gratuities, onboard medical care and laundry service.
Guests can choose from 72 shore excursions or opt for a beverage package or a $7,200 shipboard credit to customize their experience.