Chef David Shalleck's
Mediterranean Summer®
Cruise for Food Lovers
Mediterranean Summer ® is more than a season — it’s an attitude!
Immerse yourself in a fascinating flavor-driven voyage through the western Mediterranean and into the Atlantic. The Mediterranean Summer® story will come to life while you savor palate-pleasing delights along the way. Immersive
and engaging shore excursions, mouthwatering meals paired with local wines, and private events on board the ship are just a sample of the experiences you’ll enjoy during this unique culinary adventure at sea. Throughout the journey I will share tips and techniques to show how easy it is to replicate this fantastic region’s dishes at home.
The Mediterranean Summer® cruise package includes Three Exclusive Shore Excursions, Private Demos and Cocktail Parties, Prestige Beverage Package, Pre-Paid Gratuities, Free Internet, and Airfare from select gateways in the continental United States.
Limited to a small group of only 20 guests, I can assure you this is a voyage not to be missed!

About Your Host,
David Shalleck
Chef, author, culinary producer David Shalleck is no stranger to the Mediterranean. As a member of the chef-instructor team at Oceania Cruises The Culinary Center he has taught hands-on classes and led Culinary Discovery Tours™ throughout the region.
Earlier in his career, while doing internships in some of Italy’s most famous restaurants he was the summer season chef for a prominent Italian family on board their private yacht. This rare opportunity became the setting for his acclaimed culinary travel memoir, Mediterranean Summer.
David has been the chef-de-cuisine in numerous respectable, Michelin-starred fine-dining establishments and has logged over 250 cooking shows as the culinary producer for well-known chefs such as Jacques Pépin and José Andrés. Adding recipe and food product development to his vast portfolio of experience, David’s career in the culinary business has spanned decades. You can learn more about David at his websites: www.volochef.com and www.mediterraneansummer.com

Mediterranean Summer® Cruise 2024
Travel to Rome and revel in the magnificent monuments, from the ancient Roman Forum and Coliseum to the splendor of St. Peter’s Basilica with Michelangelo’s Pietà and his breathtaking frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Or enjoy a drive through the lush farmlands of the Roman countryside to lovely medieval Castelgandolfo.
Spend a glorious day amidst the fabled architecture of this Renaissance city. See the Duomo with Brunelleschi’s dome, the famous baptistry, Michelangelo’s magnificent David, the bridge over the Arno and the astonishing Uffizi Gallery. Visit Pisa’s superb Campo dei Miracoli and its beautiful cathedral and famed campanile. Or enjoy the Tuscan countryside, Siena and San Gimignano, renowned for its medieval towers. Shopping: Find leather goods, lingerie, gold jewelry, Florentine mosaic, lace, marbled paper items, antiques and fine art. Dining: Savor the prosciutto, pecorino cheese and infinite variety of breads, cakes and salamis.
Exclusive Shore Excursion:
Start the day at the popular and bountiful Mercato Centrale in Livorno then continue into Northern Tuscany for an engaging cooking demo, wine tasting, and lunch at a glorious and historical winery estate.
Please be advised the excursions shown above are subject to minimums and due to unforeseen circumstances there may be slight modifications.
Drive along the famous Grand Corniche with its stunning views of Monaco and the Old City; then stroll through this marvelous quarter and its pink Grimaldi Palace. And don’t forget the Casino. Explore the wonderful old villages along the Côte d’Azur from Nice to medieval Eze or Cannes, Grasse and lovely St. Paul de Vence – each one a jewel to be savored.
See the sights and enjoy the views of historic old Marseille and visit the charming fishing port of Cassis. Or venture into the celebrated Provençal countryside with its fields of lavender and sunflowers. Explore lovely Aix or stroll through Avignon and its Papal Palace and the hilltop village of Les Baux.
Visit the magnificent Gothic cathedral and the amazing La Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece. Enjoy the lovely Montjuic Gardens, Gaudí’s other fabulous structures, the charming squares of the old Gothic Quarter and the Ramblas, Barcelona’s famed downtown promenade. Or visit beautiful Montserrat and its monastery in a breathtaking setting high in the mountains.
Exclusive Shore Excursion:
Experience two of Barcelona’s best public markets before a pleasant walk through the Gothic Quarter to enjoy a delicious tapas lunch followed by a visit to one of the city’s most alluring pastry shops, then recap the day on board with a glass of Cava at The Culinary Center.
Please be advised the excursions shown above are subject to minimums and due to unforeseen circumstances there may be slight modifications.
Explore this beautiful island beginning with the magnificent Seo Cathedral and Bellver Castle. See the windmills and impressive manor house in the verdant countryside. Discover the amazing natural wonders in the Drach Caves. And for romance, visit the former Carthusian monastery in Valldemosa, where George Sand and Chopin spent a winter.
Soak up the sun on one of the numerous exquisite beaches lining this Mediterranean haven. Visit the astonishing Alcazaba, a medieval fortress high on the ridge overlooking the extraordinary city. The revered wall paintings in the caves of Velez Blanco offer fascinating insights into an ancient people. See where the historic and modern merge on a stroll down the Paseo de Almeria.
Spend a day in Granada seeing the magnificent Alhambra and Generalife Gardens, last stronghold of the Moors, or venture into the mountains to the picturesque Mijas, one of Andalusia’s dazzling “white” towns. Explore delightful Málaga, its Alcazaba, Roman theater and beautiful cathedral, or discover the charming resorts of Marbella and Puerto Banus along the famed Costa del Sol.
Spend a fabulous day in Seville visiting the magnificent cathedral, climbing the famed Giralda Tower and strolling through the gorgeous Alcazar and its gardens. See the ceramic-encrusted Plaza de España and stroll through the alleys of Barrio de Santa Cruz. Or explore the Andalusian wine country and Jerez, the home of sherry. Don’t miss the charm of Cádiz with its gracious squares, its flower-filled parks on the city bastions and its bustling markets.
Exclusive Shore Excursion:
After a stroll through the Old Quarter of this charming port city en route to the bustling Mercado de Abastos for a taste of some regional foods continue to a classic Andalusian restaurant for a sampling of regional dishes and local wines.
Please be advised the excursions shown above are subject to minimums and due to unforeseen circumstances there may be slight modifications.
Visit the ornate Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery and stroll the narrow, winding streets of the charming Alfama district. Enjoy marvelous old Sintra, a royal country retreat, and Cascais, a beautiful seaside resort. Explore medieval Obidos or make a pilgrimage to Fatima, where the Virgin Mary appeared repeatedly to three shepherd children in 1917.
Mediterranean Summer® Exclusives
●Cruise group host: Chef David Shalleck
●10-Night Luxury Cruise Accommodations
●Two Cocktail Parties
●Two Private Demos with Chef David
●Prestige Beverage Package
●Chef Dinner in a Specialty Restaurant
●Three Exclusive Culinary Shore Excursions
●Free In-Room Dining
●Free Coach Class Air from select US and CAN gateway cities
●Free airport transfers with Oceania’s air program*
●Free Dining at Specialty Restaurants
●Free WiFi onboard Vista
●Pre-Paid Gratuities
●Free shuttle service from ship to city center in many ports
●Fare includes air-related government taxes, surcharges and fees of $189 per person
Plus automatic membership to
The Mediterranean Summer® Tasteful Travelers Club™
featuring
Pre-Cruise Zoom Calls | Virtual Cooking Demos | Member-Only Extras
Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises is the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line. The line’s seven small, luxurious ships carry no more than 1,238 guests and feature The Finest Cuisine at Sea® and destination-rich itineraries that span the globe. Expertly curated travel experiences aboard the designer-inspired, small ships call on more than 450 marquee and boutique ports across Europe, Alaska, Asia, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, New England-Canada, Bermuda, the Caribbean, the Panama Canal, Tahiti and the South Pacific in addition to the epic 180-day Around the World Voyages. The brand has an additional 1,200-guest Allura Class ship on order for delivery in 2025.
Vista
Contemporary Luxury
Step aboard Vista and you’ll discover a dramatic new way of seeing the world. Vista invites you to savor the journey on a ship whose captivating beauty and stylish design evoke the wonders you’ll discover ashore. Stunning interiors and harmonious spaces reflect a fresh, new perspective through organic elements inspired by the land and sea.
Features
A marvel in the making, Vista will deliver The Finest Cuisine at Sea®, exceptionally personalized service with two staff members for every three guests, a warm and welcoming ambiance as a result of the ship’s captivating residential furnishings, and introduce several unique firsts for the brand in the realms of dining and guest experiences. Vista’s best-in-class culinary experiences, luxurious signature public spaces, and spacious, residentially-inspired suites and staterooms create a welcoming home away from home.
Activities
Evenings aboard Oceania Cruises can be anything you desire. Marvel at the continuously changing talented guest entertainers as you delight in high-energy production shows, talented vocalists, classical music and more. Perhaps stop by the lively Monte Carlo-style Casino for a rousing game or two. Unforgettable evenings are just steps from your stateroom.
Staterooms

Stateroom with Veranda
Measuring 291 square feet of living space including the private veranda, Vista’s standard Veranda Staterooms are the epitome of spaciousness. Bathed in soft tones of harvest and wheat punctuated with seagrass and bold sienna, each is furnished with a queen-size Tranquility Bed piled high with plush linens and plump pillows, a comfortable seating area, private veranda, thoughtful amenities, abundant storage space and an oversized bathroom.
Category B2 - $XXX per person/double occupancy including air from select gateways.
Category B1 - $XXX per person/double occupancy including air from select gateways.

Concierge Veranda
Vista’s Concierge Level Veranda Staterooms envelop guests in lavish comfort. Shades of cream and rich fawn set the tone for a luxuriant respite with an extravagantly dressed queen-size Tranquility Bed, sumptuously comfortable sitting area and a private veranda to take in the marvels of the surrounding seascapes. All feature extraordinary closet and storage space, and a marble bathroom with walk-in rainforest shower. A wealth of additional amenities, such as a dedicated Concierge Lounge, unlimited use of the Aquamar Spa Terrace, room service from The Grand Dining Room and free laundry services, elevates the experience to the sublime.
CategoryA2 - $XXXX per person/double occupancy including air from select gateways.
Category A1 - $XXXX per person/double occupancy including air from select gateways.

Penthouse Suite
An overabundance of space and elevated levels of luxury define the Penthouse Suite experience. Ingenious design and tony furnishings punctuate the space, which is resplendent in rich upholstery, fine leathers and stunning works of art. Measuring 440 square feet, Penthouse Suites feature the added luxuries of a walk-in closet, an oversized bathroom with dual vanities and of course, a large private veranda overlooking the sea. Penthouse guests also have unlimited use of the sublime Aquamar Spa Terrace along with Butler service and keycard access to the suites-only Executive Lounge with a dedicated Concierge.
Category PH2 - $XXXX per person/double occupancy including air from select gateways
Category PH1 - $XXXX per person/double occupancy including air from select gateways
More About Oceania Cruises
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Mediterranean Cruises
We are driven to the destinations that line the Mediterranean Sea. These are among the most popular locations around the world for travelers. Is it the agreeable climate? The cultures and culinary riches? Is it he draw of the turquoise sea? Of the 22 countries that surround the Mediterranean, each with its unique culture and cuisine, the most popular are Spain, France, Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Greece and Turkey; Israel in the Levant, and North African countries of Egypt and Morocco.
Mediterranean Summer® Cruise for Food Lovers
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