Sarah Bretz, ContributorOceania Cruises has announced a new collaboration with the American Cancer Society, which will bring the ACS Relay For Life to the high seas with the Relay For Life at Sea program. Guests, crew, and team members will be able to participate, raising vital funds for cancer research, patient support services, and advocacy efforts.
The program has just launched aboard Vista and Insignia, the latter of which is currently sailing the end of her 180-day Around The World Cruise. The new onboard program and friendly competition will debut across the fleet in the coming months, with the goal of raising $150,000 for ACS by the end of the year.
“We are incredibly excited to launch our collaboration with the American Cancer Society and introduce the Relay For Life at Sea program to our valued guests and crew,” stated Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. “This initiative reflects Oceania Cruises’ commitment not only to delivering exceptional travel experiences but also to making a positive impact in the communities we touch, consistently aiming to foster a spirit of unity. We look forward to seeing not only our guests, but our officers and team members, come together to celebrate survivors, honor those we’ve lost, and contribute to the fight against cancer.”
With the same spirit that inspired the original Relay For Life event in 1985, participating guests will take to the ship’s fitness track to compete in a competition to walk as many laps as possible. Current and future guests are encouraged to register for Relay For Life at Sea by visiting cancer.org/relayforlifeatsea or by scanning the QR code in Oceania’s onboard newsletter, Currents. A minimum donation of $25 is required for participation.
Following the walk, Oceania will host a final get-together at the end of the voyage where participants can share their achievements and join in on special recognitions and prizes for the overall winners within various age groups.
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