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Acclaimed chefs Tavel Bristol-Joseph, Katie Button, Calvin Eng, Aisha Ibrahim, George Mendes and Lawrence “LT” Smith had the honour of representing the prestigious Food & Wine Best New Chefs franchise as godparents during the christening ceremony.

The group did the time-honoured tradition of breaking a Champagne bottle across the ship’s bow, bestowing good fortune on Oceania Allura and all who sail aboard her.

The celebrations began with a ship-wide cocktail reception and dinner before moving to the pier for the ceremony and speeches from dignitaries including the line’s Chief Luxury Officer, Jason Montague, and Chief Commercial Officer, Nathan Hickman.

“We couldn’t be more thrilled to officially welcome Oceania Allura to our fleet,” said Mr Montague.

“It is only fitting that she be christened in our hometown of Miami – a city that embodies vibrancy and sophistication.

“We are deeply honoured to celebrate this momentous occasion alongside her distinguished godparents, marking a new chapter in our historic collaboration with Food & Wine.”

Guests then re-joined the ship for a three-day celebratory round-trip Miami voyage.

The line’s eighth ship, Oceania Allura’s Inaugural season sailings cover more than 92 destinations on an array of seven- to 34-day voyages. With a capacity for 1,200 guests at double occupancy, she also offers 12 dining experiences.

Main image: Left to right: George Mendes, Katie Button, Tavel Bristol-Joseph,
Lawrence “LT” Smith, Aisha Ibrahim, Calvin Eng

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