Orient Information

Orient Lines specializes in providing an affordable, in-depth "destinational" experience in some of the most exciting and exotic parts of the globe. This formula has proven very successful for the line, which was recognized as having the "Best Itineraries" and "Best Value" by the World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society. Orient Lines 800-passenger flagship Marco Polo and 1,050-passenger Crown Odyssey, offer 5- to 27-day cruises to the Greek Isles, Mediterranean and Scandinavia during the summer season, while offering exotic destinations such as Australia, New Zealand, Africa, India, Egypt, Asia, South America and Antarctica in the balance of the year.

The lines creative itinerary planning features included hotel stays and sightseeing in most embarkation and disembarkation cities, longer daytime stays/frequent overnight visits in ports of call and imaginative shore excursions. Because of these added elements, every itinerary is presented as a "cruise-tour," rather than just a "cruise." On all except European voyages, top name guest lecturers are aboard to enhance the destination experience, local cultural performances are offered wherever possible, and gentlemen social hosts serve as dance partners for single female passengers.

The Crown Odyssey and Marco Polo offer comfortable staterooms and suites with in-cabin TV, hairdryer and safe. The four-star facilities include elegant main dining rooms, alternative bistro restaurants with al fresco dining, complete health clubs, beauty centers, casinos, libraries, Jacuzzis, piano bar, live entertainment showrooms, several lounges and outdoor swimming pools. Gracious service is provided by Scandinavian officers and a warm and friendly Filipino crew. To appeal to younger and first-time cruisers, most European itineraries are marketed as casual cruises with no formal dress required.