Tampa: Our New Gateway to the Caribbean & Panama Canal

Are you dreaming of a tropical escape to the sun-drenched shores of the Caribbean? Perhaps taking a bucket-list voyage through the Panama Canal?

Oceania Cruises is offering a collection of Caribbean and Panama Canal sailings from our newest destination.

Beginning in winter 2026, Insignia will set sail from the Gulf Coast gem of Port Tampa Bay on Florida’s west coast, which provides an ideal jumping-off (or disembarkation) point for your next tropical adventure and gives you additional flexibility and choice when planning your getaway.

And with a wide array of things to see and do in this cosmopolitan city, you’ll want to plan leisure time before or after your cruise to explore all that Tampa has to offer.

Dive into the unique vibe of historic Ybor City, known for its cigar culture, Cuban food and lively nightlife. Enjoy outdoor fun during a stroll along the Tampa Riverwalk or in Hyde Park. Check out the exhibits in the city’s numerous museums such as the Henry B. Plant Museum or the Tampa Museum of Art. Sip a perfectly prepared margarita as you relax on a beautiful stretch of white sand.

And, of course, there’s the cuisine. Tampa is the perfect match for the world’s only true foodie cruise line thanks to its vibrant culinary scene, from street food experiences to high-end gourmet dining at venues from a variety of Michelin Guide restaurants.

New Insignia Sailings to and from Tampa

Accommodating just 670 guests, Insignia is your ideal home away from home while sailing the shimmering Caribbean Sea, inviting you to enjoy our relaxed yet refined luxury, signature personalized service and always included gourmet specialty dining.

Tropical Harmony: February 22 - March 3, 2026, 9 Days from Bridgetown to Tampa: Bridgetown, Oranjestad (Aruba), Montego Bay, Costa Maya, Cozumel, Tampa.

Leeward Isles Serenade*: March 3 - 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.

*This sailing features exclusive insider tips from Condé Nast Traveler editors who have handpicked their favorite ports on select 2025 and 2026 itineraries and share their invaluable insider knowledge on what to see, eat, and experience.

Their tips for San Juan, Puerto Rico, include buying a custom-made hat in Old San Juan at hidden gem Olé, a highly regarded maker of Panama hats and woven fedoras; and exploring the city’s enticing dining scene including Chef Martin Louzao’s duo of high-concept restaurants, Cocina Abierta and Oriundo. Be sure to check out his latest venture, Café Caleta, a small tavern with countryside vibes and an enticing international menu. The café spills into a charming cobblestoned street in Old San Juan, a stone’s throw away from the city’s main cathedral, the Basílica Menor de San Juan Bautista.

Western Caribbean Escape: March 18 - 25, 2026, 7 Days from Tampa to Tampa: Tampa, Cozumel, Belize City, Roatan (Honduras), Costa Maya, Tampa.

Palms & Panama Canal: March 25 - April 4, 2026, 10 Days from Tampa to Panama City: Tampa, Cozumel, Costa Maya, Belize City, Roatan (Honduras), Puerto Limon (Costa Rica), Colon (Panama), Panama Canal Daylight Transit, one overnight stay in Panama City.

Panama Canal Connoisseur: March 25 - April 14, 2026, 20 Days from Tampa to Miami: Tampa, Cozumel, Costa Maya, Belize City, Roatan (Honduras), Puerto Limon (Costa Rica), Colon (Panama), Panama Canal Daylight Transit, one overnight stay in Panama City, Panama Canal Daylight Transit, Cartagena (Colombia), Willemstad (Curacao), Oranjestad (Aruba), Montego Bay, George Town (Grand Cayman), Miami.

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