Oceania Cruises adds a series of new Caribbean and Panama Canal sailings in early 2026 from Tampa, on Florida's west coast.
The Insignia, with a capacity for 670 passengers, will make history in March 2026 by becoming the first ultra-premium cruise ship to set sail from the port of Tampa.
Oceania Cruises will set sail on a series of seven- to 20-night itineraries that will explore picturesque Caribbean islands such as St. Thomas, St. Kitts and Tortola; stops in Cozumel, Costa Maya and Belize City; plus a day transit through the iconic Panama Canal and an overnight stay in Panama City.
“Oceania Cruises becomes the first ultra-premium cruise line to have dedicated voyages from Tampa, opening the door as a convenient gateway to Florida’s west coast and the Gulf of Mexico,” said Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises
Onboard highlights:
Aboard the Insignia, travelers will enjoy Oceania Cruises' relaxed yet refined luxury, elegant home-away-from-home atmosphere, and always-included gourmet specialty dining experiences, a signature of the company.
The elegant and charming Insignia, accommodating up to 670 guests, is served by a team of 400 attentive crew members. The boutique ship features the gourmet restaurants Polo Grill, a classic American steakhouse, and the Italian restaurant Toscana; a spa and fitness center at Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center; a sports deck with putting greens and shuffleboard; an extensive library on the top deck, plus vibrant lounges and bars, and a casino.
New Insignia departures to and from Tampa
– From February 22 – March 3, 2026, 9 days from Bridgetown to Tampa: Bridgetown, Oranjestad (Aruba), Montego Bay, Costa Maya, Cozumel, Tampa.
– From March 3 to 18, 2026, 15 days from Tampa to Tampa: Tampa, San Juan (Puerto Rico), St. Thomas, Philipsburg (St. Maarten), St. John's (Antigua), Roseau (Dominica), Basseterre (St. Kitts), Frederiksted (St. Croix), Tortola (British Virgin Islands), Tampa.
– From March 18 to 25, 2026, 7 days from Tampa to Tampa: Tampa, Cozumel, Belize City, Roatán (Honduras), Costa Maya, Tampa.
– From March 25 – April 4, 2026, 10 days from Tampa to Panama City: Tampa, Cozumel, Costa Maya, Belize City, Roatán (Honduras), Puerto Limón (Costa Rica), Colón (Panama), Daytime transit through the Panama Canal, one night in Panama City.
From March 25 – April 14, 2026, 20 days from Tampa to Miami: Tampa, Cozumel, Costa Maya, Belize City, Roatán (Honduras), Puerto Limón (Costa Rica), Colón (Panama), day transit through the Panama Canal, one night in Panama City, day transit through the Panama Canal, Cartagena (Colombia), Willemstad (Curaçao), Oranjestad (Aruba), Montego Bay, George Town (Grand Cayman), Miami.
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