Desire Lifestyle Cruise® Desire Mediterranean


August 15-22, 2026 sailing from Trieste, Italy
 
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Enter a world where luxury meets sensuality. Sailing on the exquisite Allura by Oceania, this exclusive adults-only cruise is designed for open-minded couples seeking an unforgettable, exotic escape. The adventure begins in the picturesque northeast city of Trieste, Italy, a vibrant city that for centuries used to be part of Austria, where grand plazas, historic cafés, and a beautiful coastline set the stage. As a special treat we will overnight in Trieste, offering clients a great opportunity to explore more of this city on the 16th before we depart in the afternoon.

After a fun filled day at sea, we will arrive in one of the most stunning ports with post card style backdrops featuring the well-known medieval old town and its dramatic setting on the coastline surrounded by limestone cliffs, Kotor, Montenegro. Our next stop needs no introduction, a Desire Cruiser favorite, Dubrovnik in Croatia. This famous city surrounded by the Adriatic Sea, offers more than just a walk around the walled city, guests will be able to take the cable car up to the top of Mt. Srđ, to witness the old town from 400m above. From there we will be visiting, for the first time on Desire cruise, Albania, stopping in Durres where ancient amphitheaters and bustling markets create a dynamic experience.

After spending the day in Durres, we will take guests to a magical little port city in Calabria Italy called Crotone, with its pristine beaches, charming streets, and ancient castle, ' Castello di Le Castella'. This magnificent fortress is protected by the sea on all four sides except for a small man-made pathway. As we come to an end of another amazing Desire cruise, guests will disembark in Valletta, Malta where you can wander through its historic streets and soak in its rich history and vibrant culture.

Depart
Arrive
Destination
Day
 
 
Trieste
Aug 15, 2026
TBD
 
Trieste
Aug 16, 2026
 
 
At Sea Day
Aug 17, 2026
TBD;
TBD
Kotor
Aug 18, 2026
TBD
TBD
Dubrovnik
Aug 19, 2026
TBD
TBD
Durres
Aug 20, 2026
TBD
TBD
Crotone
Aug 21, 2026
 
Debark
Valleta
Aug 22, 2026

Suites & Staterooms

Owner's Suite
Owner's Suite

Lavish new fabrics and designer furnishings grace these Owner’s Suites, always among the first to be reserved. Immensely spacious and exceptionally luxurious, these suites are oases of quietude and relaxation. They include an elegant dining area, a cozy living space for socializing, a spacious master bedroom with a plush king-size bed, and a spa-like master bath with an oversized shower. Every imaginable amenity is found here, complemented by a private teak veranda and two flat-screen televisions.

Passengers: 2
Cost: $ 22500.00 p/p
Port Charges/Taxes: $ 450.00 p/p
Total: $ 45900.00

Deposit: $ 1500.00 - Due at booking

 
Vista Suite
Vista Suite

Named for their sweeping views over the ship’s bow, the eight Vista Suites feature a calming palette echoing the serene seas and expansive skies. Each suite offers every imaginable comfort, including an airy living room, dining area, bar, and a master suite, all adorned with marble, granite, and oak, and opens onto expansive teak verandas. There is also a second bathroom for guests, as well as a master bathroom finished in onyx, Carrara marble, and granite, featuring a luxurious shower. Relax on your teak veranda or watch a movie on your customized entertainment system.

Passengers: 2
Cost: $ 16205.00 p/p
Port Charges/Taxes: $ 450.00 p/p
Total: $ 33310.00

Deposit: $ 1500.00 - Due at booking

 
Oceania Suite
Oceania Suite

Showcasing a lavish residential layout and chic decor, each of the fourteen Oceania Suites presents a living space of over 1,000 square feet, embodying pure luxury. These elegant suites feature a living room, dining room, fully outfitted media room, a king-size bed, an expansive private veranda, indoor and outdoor whirlpool spas, and a comfortable private study that can also function as a guest studio, equipped with an elegant guest bathroom, perfect for entertaining. Guests also enjoy entry to the exclusive Executive Lounge, where they can peruse magazines and daily newspapers while indulging in beverages and snacks.

Passengers: 2
Cost: $ 10455.00 p/p
Port Charges/Taxes: $ 450.00 p/p
Total: $ 21810.00

Deposit: $ 1500.00 - Due at booking

 
Penthouse Suite
Penthouse Suite

The collection of new Penthouse Suites is adorned with sumptuous designer fabrics, tailored for those who savor the finer aspects of life, and furnishings in serene shades of the sea and sky. Spacious enough for everyday luxuries like a walk-in closet, private in-suite dining, the living area features a refrigerated mini-bar and vanity desk, and the sleekly transformed bathroom features luxury stone finishes and a shower.

Passengers: 2
Cost: $ 5580.00 p/p
Port Charges/Taxes: $ 450.00 p/p
Total: $ 12060.00

Deposit: $ 1500.00 - Due at booking

 
Concierge Level Veranda
Concierge Level Veranda

Located in some of the most desirable locations on the ship, Concierge Level Veranda Staterooms offer the attractive blend of both value and luxury. These sleekly redefined staterooms offer coveted amenities and exclusive privileges, such as free laundry service, that make your experience that much more carefree. Fresh new decor, sumptuous Tranquility queen-size Beds and re-inspired verandas with stylish new furniture complete the Concierge experience.

Passengers: 2
Cost: $ 5105.00 p/p
Port Charges/Taxes: $ 400.00 p/p
Total: $ 11010.00

Deposit: $ 500.00 - Due at booking

 
Concierge Veranda
Concierge Veranda

Located in some of the most desirable locations on the ship, Concierge Level Veranda Staterooms offer the attractive blend of both value and luxury. These sleekly redefined staterooms offer coveted amenities and exclusive privileges, such as free laundry service, that make your experience that much more carefree. Fresh new decor, sumptuous Tranquility queen-size Beds and re-inspired verandas with stylish new furniture complete the Concierge experience.

Passengers: 2
Cost: $ 4555.00 p/p
Port Charges/Taxes: $ 400.00 p/p
Total: $ 9910.00

Deposit: $ 500.00 - Due at booking

 
Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom

Custom-crafted furnishings, exotic stone finishes, supple upholstered headboards and chic lighting is just a few of the enhancements within these staterooms that also boast our most popular luxury: a private teak veranda for watching the ever-changing panoramas. Conveniences within each stateroom include a vanity desk, minibar, breakfast table and spacious seating area.

Passengers: 2
Cost: $ 4005.00 p/p
Port Charges/Taxes: $ 400.00 p/p
Total: $ 8810.00

Deposit: $ 500.00 - Due at booking

 
French Veranda Stateroom
French Veranda Stateroom

Experience a seaside retreat in the French Veranda Stateroom. Enjoy a queen-size bed, separate sitting area, and comfortable furnishings. Open the floor-to-ceiling glass door to transform your room into an open-air terrace with a graceful French veranda. Meticulous details include a spacious bathroom with a luxurious rainforest shower.

Passengers: 2
Cost: $ 4100.00 p/p
Port Charges/Taxes: $ 400.00 p/p
Total: $ 9000.00

Deposit: $ 500.00 - Due at booking

 

This is a private charter just for our group. As such, there are a host of special amenities, parties, entertainers, and events.

Notes
  • Prices are land only, per person, double occupancy
  • Trip insurance is available and strongly recommended

Payment Schedule:
  • Deposit due at booking
  • Payment Due Date: Dec 17, 2024 - 10% of invoice after deposit
  • Payment Due Date: Feb 17, 2025 - 10% of invoice after deposit
  • Payment Due Date: Apr 17, 2025 - 10% of invoice after deposit
  • Payment Due Date: Jun 17, 2025 - 10% of invoice after deposit
  • Payment Due Date: Aug 17, 2025 - 10% of invoice after deposit
  • Payment Due Date: Oct 17, 2025 - 10% of invoice after deposit
  • Payment Due Date: Dec 17, 2025 - 10% of invoice after deposit
  • Payment Due Date: Feb 17, 2026 - 10% of invoice after deposit
  • Payment Due Date: Apr 17, 2026 - 10% of invoice after deposit
  • Final Payment Due date June 17, 2026 - Balance Due

Dining

Grand Dining Room

Experience the elegance of The Grand Dining Room, reminiscent of Europe's finest chandelier-lit restaurants. Indulge in Executive Culinary Director Jacques Pépin's legendary herb-crustedrotisserie chicken, or explore global flavors like tournedos Rossini with foie gras, buttery salmon tartare with lemony sushi rice, and rich lobster bisque with Armagnac cream. Every evening, The Grand Dining Room invites you to savor a world of culinary delights.


Ember

Welcome to Ember, where American classics are reimagined with a modern twist. Enjoy fresh,seasonal ingredients in dishes like blackened crab cake with corn salsa or porcini-dusted bone-in ribeye with foie gras-truffle demi-glace. Indulge in a roasted apple tart with sweet summer corn ice cream for dessert. The atmosphere reflects a cozy Sonoma tasting room, offering graceful service and meticulous attention to detail. Delight in the pure pleasure of delicious cuisine at Ember.


Polo Grill

Polo Grill, a timeless steakhouse, embodies tradition. With white linen tablecloths, dark wood furnishings, and high-back leather chairs, it exudes elegance. The menu features certified Black Angus USDA Prime beef, expertly grilled swordfish, and whole Maine lobster gratinée. The classic Caesar salad is prepared tableside with enthusiasm and authenticity.


Toscana

Toscana mirrors Tuscan cuisine. Our recipes, rooted in family traditions, pay homage to Italy's culinary devotion. Served in Versace china, the dishes encapsulate Tuscany's spirit. Begin with octopus carpaccio or artichoke and Parmesan timbale with black truffle sauce. Enjoy classic Northern Italian selections like minestrone, lasagna, and osso buco.


Red Ginger

With a nod to feng shui, Red Ginger radiates harmony and tranquility. To complement the stunning decor, Red Ginger's chefs have created contemporary interpretations of Asian classicsin an ambiance where the gustatory pleasures are as striking as the visual ones.


Privée

Privée offers intimate wine experiences by La Reserve with two unique multi-course pairing dinners for up to eight guests. Choose the Dom Pérignon Experience with Champagne vintages and crafted dishes or the Odyssey Menu for a sensory journey. The elegant setting features backlit walls, a blooming petal ceiling, a dramatic chandelier, and floor-to-ceiling glass walls with breathtaking views.


Terrace Café

The Terrace Café is wonderfully inviting any time of day. First thing in the morning, the room is infused with natural sunlight from the floor-to-ceiling windows, stimulating the appetite for the sumptuous breakfast selections. Come lunch, the expansive menu of international-inspired dishes changes entirely, beautifully complemented by flavorful roasted and rotisserie meats and the magic of the pizzeria's oven. Feel free to dine inside or alfresco at one of the shaded teak tables on the terrace. Evenings, the impeccably clad wait staff shines, and the cuisine takes on a more sophisticated flair.


Aquamar Kitchen

At Aquamar Kitchen, enjoy nourishing flavors in a bright, Mediterranean-inspired setting. Start your day with energizing cold-pressed juices, superfood smoothies, avocado toasts, energy bowls, banana pancakes, and savory omelets. For lunch, savor balanced dishes like a Lebanese bowl with beef kefta and falafel, yellowfin tacos with white cabbage slaw, or a crunchy chicken sandwich on a whole grain bun. The fresh, vibrant dishes are perfectly indulgent, revitalizing both body and spirit.


Waves Grill

Sometimes, the ultimate luxury is casual dining on all-American favorites, a style laid-back Waves Grill epitomizes. Located in a spacious, shaded area steps from the swimming pool, Waves Grill offers an extensive and mouth-watering luncheon menu, including sandwiches, burgers, shakes, and signature cocktails.


Afternoon Tea

Enjoy freshly made smoked salmon and egg salad finger sandwiches, mirror-glazed petits fours, tender scones with clotted cream, and a variety of fine teas. Bask in the ambiance of polished silver teapots, sunlight through glass walls, white-gloved servers, and a string quartet playing the Beatles. This is how afternoon tea should be.


Baristas

This delightful coffee bar is a favorite stop for java lovers. Enjoy complimentary illy® espressos, cappuccinos and lattes prepared by our master baristas, as well as the delicious pastries, finger sandwiches and homemade biscotti that draw so many to Baristas throughout the day.


24-Hour Room Service

After a day of enriching shore excursions or various activities on board, you may dine in the privacy of your suite or stateroom. An extensive room service menu is available around the clock.


Daily Themes
Theme nights have not been announced at this time
  1. What are the US Passport requirements?
  2. What Gratuities are included in the gratuities and port charges?
  3. What are the rules of conduct on-board?
  4. What is the cabin equipped with?
  5. What is included in the Cruise?
  6. What Additional Charges May I Expect

 
 


What are the US Passport requirements?
As of June 1, 2010, per the US State department, all United States citizens now NEED A PASSPORT to return to the United States following a cruise. To avoid problems, the cruise line will not allow you to embark without a valid passport! Don't try it because there are no refunds if you are not allowed to board the ship.
 
This is a August 2026 cruise, so you have plenty of time to apply for your United States passport, or update your non-US Passport. Non-US citizens are responsible to verify if you will need a Visa for your specific nationality.
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What Gratuities are included in the gratuities and port charges
All dining and stateroom gratuities are included in your additional charges fees. This eliminates all of the envelope gratuities payments from past cruise experiences. Alcoholic beverages, soda, and coffee drinks are not included in the gratuities, therefore Oceania Cruises will automatically add 18% to each of your individual bar tabs.
 
Additional tips are always welcome for the crew members that go the extra mile for you, especially your bartenders and room stewards.
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What are the rules of conduct on-board?
This is considered an OFF PREMISE VACATION PARTY. We want you to clearly understand the terms to which we have agreed with the cruise line to bring you this unique Lifestyles Cruise® Experience. Our hope is to continue to offer Lifestyles Cruise® charters, and with your help in adhering to the rules listed below:
 
  • Nudity will be allowed at all pool areas and spa tubs while you are on board the ship. Nudity is not allowed in any food area except the pool deck snack bars. (when docked at a port, clothing is required)
  • NO SEX in front of cruise line employees! This includes the hundreds of cameras around the ship!
  • Discretion should be exercised with public displays of affection (PDA's) Security will be strong at this event. You will be removed from the ship at the next port if you are caught having any sex in public areas! This is very embarrassing, so please don''t break the rules. Dedicated "Play Rooms"and your stateroom should be used for sexual activity.
  • We always recommend safe sexual practices.
  • Please properly dispose of any used safe sex products in TRASH CANS when using playrooms. Also DO NOT flush anything down the toilets that did not come from your body or the ship supplied toilet paper. Anything else will jamb up the vacuum toilet system and your neighbors will not like you much!
  • Sexually explicit games are fun, just remember there are limits to how far you can take it when in public and being watched by the security cameras. We want you to have fun, just use discretion so we are allowed back next year.
  • For the comfort of the cruises staff, all cabin doors must be closed.
  • Under no circumstances is the ship's crew allowed to fraternize with the passengers. This is grounds for immediate dismissal of the crew member.
  • Please treat all areas with respect, just as you would in a hotel, any other public space, or even your own home.
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What is the cabin equipped with?
Cabins include: refrigerators, hair dryers, TV, safe, and phone.
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What is included in the Cruise?
7 Night cruise with 7 Ports of Call, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (all meals) (Dine anytime ), Entertainment, Port charges, Playrooms, Daily Activities, Fitness room, 24 hour room service, coffee, tea, ice cream, and pizza.
 
Additional charges that will be added at time of full payment are included in your quote/invoice . This mandatory payment is for Oceania Cruises to cover government fees, entertainment, enhanced security and gratuities for the dining and stateroom staff. This can and is subject to change based on increasing fuel charges.
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What Additional Charges May I Expect?
Specialty Restaurant
Shore excursions ( Optional and range from a variety of choices )
Spa services, and some fitness classes (Pilates, Yoga)
Photographs ( optional to have taken ... such as formal night)
Gift shop items
Vendor items
Casino Gambling, Wedding services
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