Riviera offers elegant casual cruising in a beautiful setting. Hallmarks of quality are everywhere, from warm teak decking around the generously sized pool to some of the most beautiful suites at sea. Owners suites are furnished by Ralph Lauren Home. At 60,000 tonnes each and carrying just 1250 guests, Riviera offers a cruise experience that is simply unrivalled at sea.

One of the best aspects of cruising with Oceania Cruises, on any of its ships, is that there is no supplement for dining in the many restaurants on board, which range from Jacques, serving French classics in a cosy bistro setting, to the Asian-themed Red Ginger, to Toscana, with Italian specialities and the Polo Grill, the place to tackle a 32-oz steak. The gorgeous Grand Dining Room, with its covetable Versace china, is an elegant setting for any meal and the seafood buffet is an extravaganza not to be missed.

For days at sea, there's a 2,000-volume library where you can nestle with a book and an illy coffee from Baristas, the ship's coffee bar. Indulge yourself To Canyon Ranch Spa , bask by the pool, learn to paint in the Artist Loft or perfect your paella technique in the onboard cookery school, the Culinary Center.

During the evenings on Riviera, there's no need to bring out the tuxedo; the dress code on board is 'elegant casual', which many guests love. Start the night with a martini tasting and after a sumptuous dinner, visit one of the shows custom-produced for Oceania Cruises. Or end the evening with a slow dance in Horizons, the attractive observation lounge, before sinking into your Prestige Tranquility Bed, custom made for Oceania Cruises, with linen so luxurious you will want to take it home. Bliss.