Oceania Shifts to Adults-Only Cruising
Cruising is a great family vacation, but it’s also a lovely adults-only getaway. And, there are now more options for no-kids cruising, because Oceania Cruises just announced that it’s transitioning to an adults-only cruise line. Here’s a quick Q&A: When it comes to cruises, what does adults-only mean? It means that passengers must be 18 years or older at the time of sailing. In addition, there are no special clubs, menus or facilities for children on board; all of the spaces, dining venues, and amenities are geared to adults. Why did Oceania Cruises decide to become an adults-only cruise line? While the change is a shift in the cruise line’s policy, there won’t be much change to the passenger experience, as Oceania has never catered to children. Their research showed that its passengers value a serene, sophisticated and unhurried atmosphere, and that a considerable number of them thought the line was already adults-only. “This change isn’t about making a 180-degree shift,” ...