Oceania Cruises has announced the industry’s first fully gluten-free ocean voyage, scheduled for 2028. This 12-night sailing eliminates gluten from all onboard dining venues, addressing challenges faced by travelers with gluten intolerance or celiac disease, according to markets.ft.com.
Voyage Details and Ports of Call
The voyage will depart Southampton on May 31, 2028, aboard the Oceania Vista. The roundtrip itinerary includes port calls at Cork (Cobh), Dublin (Dún Laoghaire), Glasgow (Greenock), Stornoway in the Hebrides, and Edinburgh (Newhaven), covering destinations in England, Ireland, and Scotland.
Entirely Gluten-Free Dining Experience
Every dining location on Oceania Vista will serve gluten-free menus. Specialty restaurants such as Toscana, Polo Grill, Red Ginger, and Jacques,
as well as casual venues including Aquamar Kitchen and Waves Grill, will offer fully gluten-free options. Additional offerings include in-suite dining, afternoon tea, and freshly baked gluten-free pastries from The Bakery.
Collaboration With Celiac Cruise
The voyage is developed in partnership with Celiac Cruise, a company specializing in safe gluten-free travel since 2018. Celiac Cruise is an official booking partner and brings expertise to ensure a comprehensive gluten-free program. Guests can book through travel agencies, Celiac Cruise’s website, or directly with Oceania Cruises.
Official Statements on the Voyage’s Significance
Jason Montague, Chief Luxury Officer of Oceania Cruises, said the voyage allows guests to relax knowing culinary experiences are designed specifically
for their needs. He stated, “As a brand with food at its heart, we believe every guest should be able to experience the joy and discovery that define dining with Oceania Cruises.” Maureen Basye, founder of Celiac Cruise, highlighted the challenges gluten-free travelers face and said, “The opportunity to board a ship knowing the culinary experience has been designed to be entirely gluten-free fundamentally changes what travel can feel like for so many.”
Oceania Cruises’ Culinary Focus and Fleet Information
Oceania Cruises positions food as central to its guest experience, emphasizing creative, high-quality dining. The line’s intimate, adults-only ships feature a high chef-to-guest ratio and offer destination-rich
itineraries. Oceania Cruises has five Sonata Class ships on order, with delivery scheduled from 2027 to 2037. The company is a subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
Celiac Cruise Background and Industry Partnerships
Celiac Cruise was founded by Maureen Basye and Connie Saunders to provide gluten-free travel solutions for those with celiac disease and related dietary restrictions. The company partners with major cruise lines including Royal Caribbean, Oceania Cruises, and AmaWaterways to offer dedicated gluten-free kitchens and 100% gluten-free menus.
Benefits for Gluten-Free Travelers
The fully gluten-free culinary program aboard Oceania Vista removes the need for gluten-free travelers to scrutinize meal ingredients or worry about cross-contact risks. This allows
guests to focus on the journey and destinations without the stress of dietary accommodations.
