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Oceania Cruises Christens Newest Ship, Oceania Allura™, in Miami
Oceania Cruises®, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, last night christened its newest ship, Oceania Allura™, with a dazzling Miami pierside ceremony, culminating in a first-of-its-kind godparent christening.
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