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Cruise with Celebrity Chef Jacques Pépin on Oceania Cruises

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Jacques Pépin, the noteworthy and celebrated chef, author, and food columnist brings his culinary artistry and legendary cuisine to the ships of the Oceania Cruises fleet. Jacques Pépin oversees all culinary programs including the creation of menu offerings, wine lists, and the training of Oceania’s onboard Executive Chefs. Jacques Pépin is the host of award winning cooking shows on national public television and the author of more then 20 cookbooks. He has also served as the personal chef to three French heads of state including Charles de Gaulle.

As Oceania Cruises Executive Culinary Director, Jacques Pépin has developed a collection of inspired menus that attests to his genius. But Jacques Pépin’s considerable influence doesn’t end there, as guests will see first-hand as they join him on Oceania Cruises Regatta on April 4, 2009 for a 14-day voyage from Barcelona to Istanbul, or on Oceania Cruises Insignia, August 9, 2009 for a 14-day voyage from Barcelona to Istanbul. Jacques Pépin only participates in this sailing once a year, and space is very limited due to the overwhelming desire to be part of this exclusive voyage.

During the three sea days, Jacques Pépin will invite guests to attend eye-opening culinary demonstrations and highly informative wine lectures. Jacques Pépin, who has shared his vast culinary knowledge in more then 20 acclaimed cookbooks, will also graciously be available to sign his gourmet cookbooks. As much as Jacques Pépin’s presence for this cruise will be a highlight, the itinerary on the Oceania Cruises Insignia will be just as enlightening and unusual.

Second Itinerary Added

On April 4, 2009 set sail on the Oceania Cruises Regatta
14-day Barcelona to Istanbul itinerary.

This early-season voyage calls on many of the spectacular destinations ruled by the Venetian Empire at the height of its power in the late 13th century. But first, Regatta stops in Spain’s fabulous Palma de Mallorca, where you may shop for exquisite, locally manufactured pearl jewelry. Then, once in Italy, artistry takes a decidedly different form in the fabulous paintings in Florence’s Uffizi Gallery, in the traditional Gallura wines produced around Olbia (Porto Cervo/Sardinia), and in architectural landmarks such as Rome’s infamous Colosseum. Ancient history comes to the forefront in the latter portion of this cruise, as you visit the medieval stronghold of Rhodes and spend an evening in Istanbul. Here, don’t miss an exclusive performance of the Sema Ritual at the Suleymaniye Mosque complex.

Oceania Cruises Regatta’s 14-day Itinerary
Gems of Antiquity
Barcelona to Istanbul 14-day Voyage

Fares do not include government fees and charges, taxes, and handling and security charges. All fares and offers are subject to availability, may not be combinable with other offers, are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. 2 for 1 fares are based on published Full Brochure Fares; all fares are cruise only, and do not include Prepaid Charges, Optional Facilities and Services Fees, and personal charges, as defined in the Terms and Conditions of the Guest Ticket Contract which may be viewed at OceaniaCruises.com. Full Brochure Fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all cabin categories and may not have been in effect during the last 90 days. Promotional fares may remain in effect after the expiration date. Air promotion applies to economy, round-trip flights only from ATL, BOS, ORD, DFW, DEN, IAH, LAX, MIA, JFK, EWR, MCO, PHL, PHX, SAN, SFO, SEA, TPA, YYZ, YVR, and IAD and does not include ground transfers, air taxes and air fuel surcharges. Air ticketing fee will apply. Airfare is available from all other U.S. & Canadian gateways at an additional charge (usually $199). Oceania Cruises reserves the right to correct errors or omissions. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Complete terms and conditions may be found in the Guest Ticket Contract. Ships’ Registry: Marshall Islands.