Oceania Names Ship!

Hi Everyone,

I received this press release from Oceania and thought it would be of
interest. If you have missed any of my news' postings, they are
available on my web site.

Best regards,
Ray
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OCEANIA CRUISES’ M/S NAUTICA IS NAMED IN ISTANBUL, TURKEY

Line Announces Plans To Add A Fourth Ship, Marina, to Debut in 2007

MIAMI, FL, November 22, 2005 — In a glorious ceremony in Istanbul,
Turkey, Oceania Cruises named Nautica, its third vessel, fulfilling a
dream that has been three years in the making. Emotions ran high as
the executives in attendance have been intimately involved with
Oceania Cruises since its very inception in 2002. Speeches came from
the heart. Accolades were graciously accepted with tearful nods. When
Nautica’s Godmother, Miami philanthropist and civic leader, Fana
Holtz, released the traditional magnum of champagne against the ship’s
hull, a thunderous roar of applause filled the air. This was a day of
joy and celebration.

Istanbul – City of Peace and Prosperity

It is fitting that Istanbul was chosen to host this momentous event.
Istanbul is the world’s only city that straddles two continents:
Europe and Asia, which Nautica will proudly call home. More than any
other city on earth, Istanbul demonstrates that people of different
cultures, races and religions can all live in peace and harmony. There
could be no more fitting place on earth than Istanbul for a woman of
American citizenry, of Eastern European Jewish descent, to be the
Godmother of a cruise ship that is being blessed by a priest, a rabbi
and an imam. “While Turkey has certainly had a storied past, its
future is even brighter. Its friendly and enterprising people and
their parliamentary democratic government have leveraged the legacy
and experiences accumulated during these thousands of years and have
forged strong worldwide alliances, symbolic of its strategic
geographic position between East and West,” remarked Frank Del Rio,
President and CEO of Oceania Cruises.

Fana Holtz – Godmother and Guardian Angel

Godmother of Nautica, philanthropist and civic activist Fana Holtz has
a distinguished international background, a point Del Rio made in his
introduction, when he remarked in awe and with levity, “If I had known
she was so accomplished, I would have built her a bigger and grander
ship.” Her involvement in charitable and philanthropic endeavors
demonstrates her continuous generosity, commitment and kindness to the
well being of others, especially children, many of whom, without her
help, would not be able to afford medical treatment. She is a former
member of the board of the National Foundation for Chrones and
Colitis, an ambassador of The National Parkinson Foundation, a society
member of Mount Sinai Hospital, a grand trustee for the Juvenile
Diabetes Foundation, the founder of the Sylvester Cancer Center and
the grand founder of the Children’s Resource Center.

While every one of her accomplishments is remarkable, the crown jewel
of her achievements in the public sector is the founding of the Holtz
Children’s Hospital at Jackson Memorial Hospital. “It not only carries
her name, but more importantly, her gentle and giving spirit where
every child, regardless of circumstances, is treated in a
state-of-the-art facility by world class physicians,” remarked Del
Rio. Each year, Fana Holtz and her Guardian Angels, many of whom were
in attendance in Istanbul, raise millions of dollars to ensure that
Fana’s vision continues benefiting needy children the world over. On
behalf of Fana Holtz and the Holtz Children’s Hospital, Oceania
Cruises presented a $25,000 check to Dr. Aysenur Celayir, Chief
Physician for the Newborn and Newborn Intensive Care Unit of Zeynep
Kamil Hospital in Istanbul.

Debut of Nautica and the Arrival of Marina, Oceania Cruises’ Fourth
Ship

The exquisite, mid-sized Nautica holds 684 guests, as do Regatta and
Insignia, the first two ships in the Oceania Cruises fleet. Together
they form an exquisite trio that sails to the world’s most exotic and
alluring destinations. Soon after the naming ceremony, Nautica will
embark on her Magical Maiden Voyage, a 24-day odyssey from Athens to
Singapore. “Our growing fleet has been voted one of the top three
cruise lines in the world in our first two years of existence, a feat
never before achieved in this industry,” said Del Rio with pride. And
just as the debut of Nautica was announced at Insignia’s naming in
Monte Carlo, Frank Del Rio announced the planned debut of the line’s
fourth ship, Marina, which is expected to be named in Hong Kong on
Saturday, July 7, 2007.


About Oceania Cruises

Oceania Cruises is the world’s largest upscale cruise line. Featuring
a fleet of intimate and luxurious 684-guest ships, Regatta, Insignia,
Nautica and Marina, Oceania Cruises sails to the most alluring ports
in Europe, China and the Far East, South America and the Caribbean.
Combining the finest cuisine at sea, exceptional personalized service,
luxurious accommodations and extraordinary value, Oceania Cruises is
setting a new, worldwide standard for luxury cruising.
For additional information or reservations, please contact your Travel
Agent.

Ray Goldenberg wrote:
Hi Everyone,

I received this press release from Oceania and thought it would be of
interest. If you have missed any of my news' postings, they are
available on my web site.

Best regards,
Ray
LIGHTHOUSE TRAVEL
800-719-9917 or 805-566-3905
http://www.lighthousetravel.com


OCEANIA CRUISES’ M/S NAUTICA IS NAMED IN ISTANBUL, TURKEY

Line Announces Plans To Add A Fourth Ship, Marina, to Debut in 2007

MIAMI, FL, November 22, 2005 — In a glorious ceremony in Istanbul,
Turkey, Oceania Cruises named Nautica, its third vessel, fulfilling a
dream that has been three years in the making. Emotions ran high as
the executives in attendance have been intimately involved with
Oceania Cruises since its very inception in 2002. Speeches came from
the heart. Accolades were graciously accepted with tearful nods. When
Nautica’s Godmother, Miami philanthropist and civic leader, Fana
Holtz, released the traditional magnum of champagne against the ship’s
hull, a thunderous roar of applause filled the air. This was a day of
joy and celebration.

Istanbul – City of Peace and Prosperity

It is fitting that Istanbul was chosen to host this momentous event.
Istanbul is the world’s only city that straddles two continents:
Europe and Asia, which Nautica will proudly call home. More than any
other city on earth, Istanbul demonstrates that people of different
cultures, races and religions can all live in peace and harmony. There
could be no more fitting place on earth than Istanbul for a woman of
American citizenry, of Eastern European Jewish descent, to be the
Godmother of a cruise ship that is being blessed by a priest, a rabbi
and an imam. “While Turkey has certainly had a storied past, its
future is even brighter. Its friendly and enterprising people and
their parliamentary democratic government have leveraged the legacy
and experiences accumulated during these thousands of years and have
forged strong worldwide alliances, symbolic of its strategic
geographic position between East and West,” remarked Frank Del Rio,
President and CEO of Oceania Cruises.

Fana Holtz – Godmother and Guardian Angel

Godmother of Nautica, philanthropist and civic activist Fana Holtz has
a distinguished international background, a point Del Rio made in his
introduction, when he remarked in awe and with levity, “If I had known
she was so accomplished, I would have built her a bigger and grander
ship.” Her involvement in charitable and philanthropic endeavors
demonstrates her continuous generosity, commitment and kindness to the
well being of others, especially children, many of whom, without her
help, would not be able to afford medical treatment. She is a former
member of the board of the National Foundation for Chrones and
Colitis, an ambassador of The National Parkinson Foundation, a society
member of Mount Sinai Hospital, a grand trustee for the Juvenile
Diabetes Foundation, the founder of the Sylvester Cancer Center and
the grand founder of the Children’s Resource Center.

While every one of her accomplishments is remarkable, the crown jewel
of her achievements in the public sector is the founding of the Holtz
Children’s Hospital at Jackson Memorial Hospital. “It not only carries
her name, but more importantly, her gentle and giving spirit where
every child, regardless of circumstances, is treated in a
state-of-the-art facility by world class physicians,” remarked Del
Rio. Each year, Fana Holtz and her Guardian Angels, many of whom were
in attendance in Istanbul, raise millions of dollars to ensure that
Fana’s vision continues benefiting needy children the world over. On
behalf of Fana Holtz and the Holtz Children’s Hospital, Oceania
Cruises presented a $25,000 check to Dr. Aysenur Celayir, Chief
Physician for the Newborn and Newborn Intensive Care Unit of Zeynep
Kamil Hospital in Istanbul.

Debut of Nautica and the Arrival of Marina, Oceania Cruises’ Fourth
Ship

The exquisite, mid-sized Nautica holds 684 guests, as do Regatta and
Insignia, the first two ships in the Oceania Cruises fleet. Together
they form an exquisite trio that sails to the world’s most exotic and
alluring destinations. Soon after the naming ceremony, Nautica will
embark on her Magical Maiden Voyage, a 24-day odyssey from Athens to
Singapore. “Our growing fleet has been voted one of the top three
cruise lines in the world in our first two years of existence, a feat
never before achieved in this industry,” said Del Rio with pride. And
just as the debut of Nautica was announced at Insignia’s naming in
Monte Carlo, Frank Del Rio announced the planned debut of the line’s
fourth ship, Marina, which is expected to be named in Hong Kong on
Saturday, July 7, 2007.


About Oceania Cruises

Oceania Cruises is the world’s largest upscale cruise line. Featuring
a fleet of intimate and luxurious 684-guest ships, Regatta, Insignia,
Nautica and Marina, Oceania Cruises sails to the most alluring ports
in Europe, China and the Far East, South America and the Caribbean.
Combining the finest cuisine at sea, exceptional personalized service,
luxurious accommodations and extraordinary value, Oceania Cruises is
setting a new, worldwide standard for luxury cruising.
For additional information or reservations, please contact your Travel
Agent.




I prefer Argonautica myself.
Clay

Hi;

Is there any details on the new ship for 2007 Marina, as all the other are
recycled "REN ships. Is this proposed to be a new build similar to the
other 3.


"Ray Goldenberg" wrote in message
...
Hi Everyone,

I received this press release from Oceania and thought it would be of
interest. If you have missed any of my news' postings, they are
available on my web site.

Best regards,
Ray
LIGHTHOUSE TRAVEL
800-719-9917 or 805-566-3905
http://www.lighthousetravel.com


OCEANIA CRUISES' M/S NAUTICA IS NAMED IN ISTANBUL, TURKEY

Line Announces Plans To Add A Fourth Ship, Marina, to Debut in 2007

MIAMI, FL, November 22, 2005 - In a glorious ceremony in Istanbul,
Turkey, Oceania Cruises named Nautica, its third vessel, fulfilling a
dream that has been three years in the making. Emotions ran high as
the executives in attendance have been intimately involved with
Oceania Cruises since its very inception in 2002. Speeches came from
the heart. Accolades were graciously accepted with tearful nods. When
Nautica's Godmother, Miami philanthropist and civic leader, Fana
Holtz, released the traditional magnum of champagne against the ship's
hull, a thunderous roar of applause filled the air. This was a day of
joy and celebration.

Istanbul - City of Peace and Prosperity

It is fitting that Istanbul was chosen to host this momentous event.
Istanbul is the world's only city that straddles two continents:
Europe and Asia, which Nautica will proudly call home. More than any
other city on earth, Istanbul demonstrates that people of different
cultures, races and religions can all live in peace and harmony. There
could be no more fitting place on earth than Istanbul for a woman of
American citizenry, of Eastern European Jewish descent, to be the
Godmother of a cruise ship that is being blessed by a priest, a rabbi
and an imam. "While Turkey has certainly had a storied past, its
future is even brighter. Its friendly and enterprising people and
their parliamentary democratic government have leveraged the legacy
and experiences accumulated during these thousands of years and have
forged strong worldwide alliances, symbolic of its strategic
geographic position between East and West," remarked Frank Del Rio,
President and CEO of Oceania Cruises.

Fana Holtz - Godmother and Guardian Angel

Godmother of Nautica, philanthropist and civic activist Fana Holtz has
a distinguished international background, a point Del Rio made in his
introduction, when he remarked in awe and with levity, "If I had known
she was so accomplished, I would have built her a bigger and grander
ship." Her involvement in charitable and philanthropic endeavors
demonstrates her continuous generosity, commitment and kindness to the
well being of others, especially children, many of whom, without her
help, would not be able to afford medical treatment. She is a former
member of the board of the National Foundation for Chrones and
Colitis, an ambassador of The National Parkinson Foundation, a society
member of Mount Sinai Hospital, a grand trustee for the Juvenile
Diabetes Foundation, the founder of the Sylvester Cancer Center and
the grand founder of the Children's Resource Center.

While every one of her accomplishments is remarkable, the crown jewel
of her achievements in the public sector is the founding of the Holtz
Children's Hospital at Jackson Memorial Hospital. "It not only carries
her name, but more importantly, her gentle and giving spirit where
every child, regardless of circumstances, is treated in a
state-of-the-art facility by world class physicians," remarked Del
Rio. Each year, Fana Holtz and her Guardian Angels, many of whom were
in attendance in Istanbul, raise millions of dollars to ensure that
Fana's vision continues benefiting needy children the world over. On
behalf of Fana Holtz and the Holtz Children's Hospital, Oceania
Cruises presented a $25,000 check to Dr. Aysenur Celayir, Chief
Physician for the Newborn and Newborn Intensive Care Unit of Zeynep
Kamil Hospital in Istanbul.

Debut of Nautica and the Arrival of Marina, Oceania Cruises' Fourth
Ship

The exquisite, mid-sized Nautica holds 684 guests, as do Regatta and
Insignia, the first two ships in the Oceania Cruises fleet. Together
they form an exquisite trio that sails to the world's most exotic and
alluring destinations. Soon after the naming ceremony, Nautica will
embark on her Magical Maiden Voyage, a 24-day odyssey from Athens to
Singapore. "Our growing fleet has been voted one of the top three
cruise lines in the world in our first two years of existence, a feat
never before achieved in this industry," said Del Rio with pride. And
just as the debut of Nautica was announced at Insignia's naming in
Monte Carlo, Frank Del Rio announced the planned debut of the line's
fourth ship, Marina, which is expected to be named in Hong Kong on
Saturday, July 7, 2007.


About Oceania Cruises

Oceania Cruises is the world's largest upscale cruise line. Featuring
a fleet of intimate and luxurious 684-guest ships, Regatta, Insignia,
Nautica and Marina, Oceania Cruises sails to the most alluring ports
in Europe, China and the Far East, South America and the Caribbean.
Combining the finest cuisine at sea, exceptional personalized service,
luxurious accommodations and extraordinary value, Oceania Cruises is
setting a new, worldwide standard for luxury cruising.
For additional information or reservations, please contact your Travel
Agent.

In article 48%hf.132409$S4.83421@edtnps84, Steve
wrote:

Is there any details on the new ship for 2007 Marina, as all the other are
recycled "REN ships. Is this proposed to be a new build similar to the
other 3.

The word is that it will be another of the REN ships--not a new build.

--
Charles