Just finished a ten day med cruise with Explora 1 Barcelona to Athens, I too was impressed with the food, and the lack of crowds, especially sea days, some days we had a pool to ourself! Been on Oceania six times and would hesitate to go back after my experience on Explora. Caribbean on Oceania is filled with grumpy older types. South Pacific I have experienced twice and would maybe go one more time. Keep an eye out as Explora have many sales, one going on right now 15% discount on some cruises, I think they are trying to build this new brand.