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Oceania Cruises Offers Sneak Peek of Next Ship Sonata

by Bruce Parkinson  November 18, 2025
rendering of the oceania sonata luxury cruise ship

Oceania Sonata Rendering: Oceania Cruises

Oceania Cruises has revealed details of Oceania Sonata, the latest expression of the brand’s signature blend of intimate, luxurious experiences. 

Set to debut in 2027, the vessel will be the first of four 1,390-guest ships in the new Sonata Class, representing the next chapter in the line’s continued evolution.

Marking the ninth vessel in the Oceania Cruises fleet, Oceania Sonata will embark on her maiden voyage in August 2027. The new vessel will be the most spacious and amenity-rich to date, and 30% of all accommodations on board will be suites. Oceania Sonata will debut two brand-new suite categories, plus reimagined Owner’s Suites.

Ensuring that all guest accommodations have connection with the ever-changing seascapes and landscapes, each suite and stateroom will have a private and spacious veranda.

Blending grand, light-filled spaces that inspire celebration with serene enclaves designed for relaxation, Oceania Sonata is aims to resonate deeply with discerning travellers. 

“We are delighted to unveil Oceania Sonata, the start of our exciting next chapter, as we forge our fantastic future as leaders in luxury cruising,” said Jason Montague, Chief Luxury Officer. 

jason montague at the steel cutting for the oceania sonata cruise ship
Oceania Chief Luxury Officer Jason Montague.

“Each new ship offers an opportunity to reimagine and perfect the travel experience, and as the inaugural vessel of our Sonata Class, Oceania Sonata embodies our vision for the future – one defined by a passion for exquisite cuisine, exceptional service and immersive travel experiences – and we cannot wait to share more news in the coming weeks and months.”

Oceania says guests can look forward to many of the dining venues and public spaces that have become synonymous with the brand, including the elegant Grand Dining Room, as well as signature specialty dining venues such as Jacques, the line’s sophisticated French restaurant; pan-Asian Red Ginger; Polo Grill steakhouse; and Toscana, serving Italian specialties. 

Oceania Sonata will feature ten best-in-class culinary experiences, blending guest favourites with innovative new concepts that further the line’s enduring commitment to epicurean excellence.

Additional details on never-before-featured-at-sea dining venues and experiences will be revealed in the coming months.

Currently under construction by Fincantieri, the renowned Italian shipbuilder behind the Oceania Marina, Oceania Riviera, Oceania Vista and Oceania Allura, Oceania Sonata is scheduled to make her first sailing in August 2027. Measuring approximately 86,000 gross registered tons, the ship will accommodate 1,390 guests and be staffed by 855 officers and crew.

  
  
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