Seeking early winter sun near home in U.K.Could have spent more time in Canary islands where it is warm rather then returning to Spanish ports where it was predictably cold - December.

Enrichment program inadequate with distinct signs of cost control.

Port and shore excursions too expensive and the charge for airport transfer is a multiple of reliable taxi fare. Also pre or post cruise hotel costs are around double of what a comparable hotel (and sometimes the same hotel) would cost booked on line. Another criticism relates to the high cost of alcoholic drinks with an excessive 18% service charge on top. It is cheaper to buy good wine on shore and pay the $25 corkage charge to bring it in to the dining room. Overall Oceania is in danger of pricing itself out of its market slot when all charges are added on, Seabourn and other 6 star lines are now competitive Read more