Riviera

Oceania Cruises

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Based on 101 reviews

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Everything was great

September

Pros: Loved the entertainment, and actually became friends with the dancers

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Recommended: Yes

Very organized and loved all the things to do . Lots of places to eat and great varieties

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Greece and Turkey

June

Pros: Large ship for Oceania but not large.

Cons: Little hot but it is July

Recommended: Yes

Larger meant not as friendly as their smaller ships.

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Big Fan of Oceania, Not So Much the Itinerary

April

Pros: The Riviera and The Staff, the food and the beautiful ship.

Cons: Communications, Currency Exchange, Internet

Recommended: Yes

For the first time in our five Oceania Cruises we were disappointed to an extent. Visiting Southeast Asia, particularly the Chinese controlled region is a bit difficult and frustrating. Our internet was essentially blocked and not available for nearly a week, language and communications were difficult and on two occasions 'money exchanges' attempted to steal through the exchange process. Acceptance of American credit cards is inconsistent. The one negative comment I'd make is that Riviera's internet definitely needs to be upgraded. There was widespread frustration among the guests about it, when we were away from the Chine 'influence'.

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Spectacular food and service but modest excursions

April

Pros: service, food, cleanliness

Cons: Excursions were not up to the usual Oceania quality

Recommended: Yes

Excursions: 1. Kochi Caves was fine but the guide was barely able to converse in english. 2.Kochi garden tour was simply a waste of time and money and even a worse guide.3. Kaoshiung ten drum experience. The drumming was excellent but wasn't there anything interesting closer to the ship? If not, Don't stop at Kaoshiung. Too bad Keelung was so far from Taipei.4. Hong Kong: Lantau Island and the Peak tour was interesting but Do not take people to gawk at the people living at Tai O village. That was like peeking into poverty stricken living. All concerned were embarrassed. 5. Evening out in Saigon was excellent - the best of the excursions. However, why not consider using the tender boats to get people into Saigon instead of fighting impossible traffic on buses.

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Rivera Splendor

April

Pros: The ship satisfies all your needs and more

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Recommended: Yes

My husband and I spent 12 nights on the Riveria for our trip to Japan. The ship has been renovated in the past coupe of years and is just beautiful. Every area of the ship has something to offer its passengers such as cooking classes,art, bingo etc. The dining room is absolutely beautiful with a different menu every night and if your not happy with that you can go up to the 12th floor, the outdoor cafe and eat grilled steak, lobster,shrimp baby lamb chops and an assortment of different foods. This is I think my third time using Oceania and have never been dissatisfied.

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Fabulous Firsts

October

Pros: Great accommodations, personal service, fabulous food

Cons: None

Recommended: Yes

It was a fantastic first time for us sailing on the Riviera. We just felt it was the best way to travel and see the ports we did. We have already booked 2024 and 2025 cruises.

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An excellent ship with terrific staff and great shore excursions

August

Pros: The food is amazing with specialty restaurants at no charge

Cons: Cant think of anything negative.

Recommended: Yes

I love the ship and all the friendly staff who make the experience great. The General Manager invited us to dinner at Privee as I am a platinum member of the Oceania club. Several lovely cocktail parties were hosted by the senior staff. Due to bad weather and high winds we missed two ports as couldn’t guarantee a safe arrival and departure. Immediately they got together and planned many activities aboard. A cooking demonstration, speakers, golf in the Martinis bar, trivia, and other activities.

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