Oceania Cruises® Celebrates Record-Breaking Launch Day for Brand New Ship

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Oceania Cruises (NCLH) reported record launch-day bookings for its new ship, Oceania Sonata, on January 28, 2026, exceeding bookings for the prior new ship by 45%. Sonata will join the fleet in August 2027, measure 86,000 tons, accommodate 1,390 guests, and dedicate one-third of cabins to suites.

The ship introduces two new dining concepts and four two-bedroom Owner's Suites, and will be followed by sister ships in 2029, 2032, and 2035.

Positive

• Launch-day bookings rose 45% versus prior new ship
• Ship capacity 1,390 guests with one-third suites
• Ship size 86,000 tons offers guest exclusivity
• Introduces two new culinary concepts and four Owner's Suites

Negative

• Maiden voyage scheduled August 2027 (long lead time)
• Three additional sister ships scheduled through 2035

Oceania Sonata™ Outperformed the Previous Record Launch Day for a New Ship by 45%

MIAMI, Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises^®, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, achieved record-breaking booking levels on January 28, 2026, the opening day of reservations for its newest ship, Oceania Sonata. This surpassed the launch-day bookings of Oceania Cruises' previous new ship, Oceania Allura™, by an impressive 45%.

Demand for Oceania Sonata's inaugural season was brisk, with exceptional demand across the suite categories, underscoring Oceania Cruises' decision to upsize the allotment of high-yielding accommodations from the previous class of new ships.

"I'm absolutely thrilled by the exceptional results that Oceania Sonata has produced – we knew that luxury travelers were extremely eager to take their place on the inaugural season voyages of this remarkable ship," said Jason Montague, Chief Luxury Officer of Oceania Cruises. "Oceania Sonata promises to usher in a new era of experiential travel, and we cannot wait until she joins the fleet in August 2027. I'd like to thank our valued guests and travel partners for their incredible enthusiasm, which fueled these amazing results."

Set to embark on her maiden voyage in August 2027, Oceania Sonata marks the next evolution of Oceania Cruises' acclaimed fleet, ushering in a new era of refined elegance at sea. She will be followed by three sister ships, Oceania Arietta™, scheduled to join the fleet in 2029, and two further as-yet-unnamed Sonata class vessels in 2032 and 2035.

Oceania Sonata will be Oceania Cruises' ninth ship and follows its two Allura class vessels, Oceania Vista® and Oceania Allura, launched in 2023 and 2025, respectively, to great global acclaim.

At 86,000 tons and accommodating just 1,390 guests, Oceania Sonata offers an exceptional sense of space and exclusivity. One-third of all guest accommodations will be suites, including four new two-bedroom Owner's Suites, and two entirely new categories: the Horizon Suites and the Penthouse Deluxe Suites.

Also debuting aboard Oceania Sonata will be two new culinary experiences: the most exclusive fine-dining restaurant at sea, La Table par Maîtres Cuisiniers de France; and Nikkei Kitchen, which will specialize in a vibrant fusion of Peruvian flavors and refined Japanese culinary techniques and tastes.

For additional information on Oceania Cruises' small-ship luxury, exquisitely crafted cuisine and expertly curated travel experiences, visit OceaniaCruises.com or call 855-OCEANIA.

About Oceania Cruises^®
Oceania Cruises^® is the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line. The line's intimate, luxurious ships feature The Finest Cuisine at Sea^® and destination-rich itineraries that span the globe. Expertly curated travel experiences are available aboard the designer-inspired 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 four Sonata Class ships on order scheduled for delivery in 2027, 2029, 2032, and 2035. Oceania Cruises^® is a wholly owned subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH). To learn more, visit www.nclhltd.com.

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FAQ

What record did Oceania Cruises (NCLH) report for Oceania Sonata on January 28, 2026?

Oceania Sonata achieved launch-day bookings 45% higher than the previous new ship. According to the company, demand was especially strong in suite categories, prompting an upsized allotment of high-yielding accommodations for the new class.

When will Oceania Sonata (NCLH) enter service and what is its guest capacity?

Oceania Sonata is slated to begin service in August 2027 and will accommodate 1,390 guests. According to the company, the design emphasizes space and exclusivity, with one-third of accommodations designated as suites.

How does Oceania Sonata's accommodation mix differ for NCLH compared with prior ships?

One-third of Sonata's accommodations will be suites, including new two-bedroom Owner's Suites. According to the company, this upsized suite allotment reflects exceptionally strong early demand in premium categories.

What new dining experiences will Oceania Sonata offer for NCLH guests?

Oceania Sonata debuts two new culinary concepts: La Table par Maîtres Cuisiniers de France and Nikkei Kitchen. According to the company, these aim to expand fine-dining and Peruvian-Japanese fusion options aboard the ship.

What is Oceania Cruises' (NCLH) fleet plan related to the Sonata class?

Oceania Sonata is the first of a class with sister ships scheduled in 2029, 2032, and 2035. According to the company, three additional Sonata-class vessels are planned to follow Sonata over the coming decade.