by Sarah Kuta
Last updated: 9:50 AM ET, Thu September 5, 2024
Shipboard gratuities are now included in the cruise fare for guests who sail with Oceania Cruises.
This week, the line announced a new selection of included amenities called “Your World Included.”
The “Your World Included” amenities start on October 1 for all new reservations on cruises departing on or after January 1, 2025. The current “simply MORE” offer will end on September 30, which means that a shore excursion credit and beverage package will no longer be automatically included.
Oceania made the change because of feedback from guests, who shared that they would prefer gratuities to be included.
"Here at Oceania Cruises, we've always been renowned for our warm and authentic service; it's part of the intangible magic of sailing on board one of our small, luxurious ships,” says Frank A. Del Rio, president of Oceania Cruises. “I'm delighted that we are adding in gratuities for all guests, as our dedicated onboard team is working for guests' smiles—not their tip. Making every interaction with our guests count is our service culture mantra.”
Under the new system, shipboard gratuities are automatically included for stateroom attendants, butlers and dining waitstaff. In the past, gratuities were only included for travel partners, loyalty club members or travelers from certain regions.
In addition to the included gratuities, travelers can enjoy dining at all gourmet specialty restaurants; sodas, juices, specialty coffees and teas; still and sparkling Vero Water; unlimited Starlink WiFi; in-room dining; fruit smoothies, gelato and artisan ice cream; group fitness classes; and laundry services.
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