I love the ship does anyone else?
Answer :
I've never been on it.
It's promotional advertising looks very promising.
It doesn't need to fit through the Panama Canal b/c that is not part of the voyage itinerary.
It departs from Florida to go to eastern Atlantic islands, returns to port & departs to western destination as far as Mexico.
The cabin pricing seems fair for all of the open options.
I like that zip cord ride, rock climbing, water acrobat shows.
Just as long as a passenger is aware that these may be canceled due to rough seas, then they should not be disappointed.
There are many fine amenities from love cruise to family holidays.
My only concern is service. I have not heard anything bad about them specifically. Just that services have been cut in general on cruises as a cost saver.
If you've ever been on a cruise that treats the common person as a VIP, then this will be disappointing.
I also have ballast concerns about the ship's height in rough seas.
But that the only down sides I can think of. Both are potentials, not facts.
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Oasis Of The Seas, Royal Caribbean?
Anyone been on the Oasis or have any info on it? Dreaming of a cruise, maybe planning one for August. Also any idea if this is a bad month for it? Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Answer :
The link below has a lot of information on that cruise line that you should find extremely helpful:
http://www.cruisecritic.com/reviews/revi…
The link below has reviews from persons who have been on that cruise line before, you should also find this exremely helpful to you:
http://www.cruisecritic.com/memberreview… (Just click on the title of the review and read)
The rainy season officially is strat from June to November 30th every year. However this is not always the case. I belive you should e good in August...its the time of year that many people go crusing and vacationing on land. It does not always rain at that time and is not always excessive rain.
I hope this helps and enjoy your cruise!!
Answer :
If you are into books, your local library may have a copy of a Berlitz travel guide called "Ocean Cruising and Cruise Ships" by Derek Ward, the world's foremost authority on cruising. It is published annually and describes every cruise ship afloat, class of people for whom it is most suited (i.e. kids, teens, older people), what to expect on board, all the facilities available, etc., etc. I wouldn't book to go on an unknown Line without reading what he has to say about it first.
Back to RCIL - our last cruise was with them, to the Baltic - Sweden, Denmark, Finland, St. Petersburg, Estonia, last August. The ship was well-equipped and well-run; staff very friendly and less formal than some of the British cruise lines with which we've sailed before. Catering in the Dining Room not quite to the standard of P & O, for example, but the self-serve was better with an incredible choice. Speciality restaurants excellent. The animals made from hand towels were just something else! The theatre was very good and smacked of Broadway in presentation. Oasis being their new ship and absolutely enormous promises to be a big experience - maybe we'll give it a try next year.
Answer :
Depending on what you like, Royal Caribbean is a great cruise line. We've sailed on Serenade of The Seas and it is an absolutely beautiful ship. RC tends, at least on Caribbean cruises, to attract families so if you go with your family you won't feel alone, like on some lines (Holland America for example). What other kind of info are you seeking?
Answer :
The link below has a lot of information on that cruise line that you should find extremely helpful:
http://www.cruisecritic.com/reviews/revi…
The link below has reviews from persons who have been on that cruise line before, you should also find this exremely helpful to you:
http://www.cruisecritic.com/memberreview… (Just click on the title of the review and read)
The rainy season officially is strat from June to November 30th every year. However this is not always the case. I belive you should e good in August...its the time of year that many people go crusing and vacationing on land. It does not always rain at that time and is not always excessive rain.
I hope this helps and enjoy your cruise!!
Answer :
If you are into books, your local library may have a copy of a Berlitz travel guide called "Ocean Cruising and Cruise Ships" by Derek Ward, the world's foremost authority on cruising. It is published annually and describes every cruise ship afloat, class of people for whom it is most suited (i.e. kids, teens, older people), what to expect on board, all the facilities available, etc., etc. I wouldn't book to go on an unknown Line without reading what he has to say about it first.
Back to RCIL - our last cruise was with them, to the Baltic - Sweden, Denmark, Finland, St. Petersburg, Estonia, last August. The ship was well-equipped and well-run; staff very friendly and less formal than some of the British cruise lines with which we've sailed before. Catering in the Dining Room not quite to the standard of P & O, for example, but the self-serve was better with an incredible choice. Speciality restaurants excellent. The animals made from hand towels were just something else! The theatre was very good and smacked of Broadway in presentation. Oasis being their new ship and absolutely enormous promises to be a big experience - maybe we'll give it a try next year.
Answer :
Depending on what you like, Royal Caribbean is a great cruise line. We've sailed on Serenade of The Seas and it is an absolutely beautiful ship. RC tends, at least on Caribbean cruises, to attract families so if you go with your family you won't feel alone, like on some lines (Holland America for example). What other kind of info are you seeking?
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Help with Allure of the Seas?
I booked a cruise for Allure of the Seas (december 26- january 2 eastern caribbean) I guess when the oasis first debuted, some of the shows were not completely ready, mainly the diving show. Will the shows all be ready to go by the ships third sailing? Also, is allure going to have hairspray or a different broadway show? And are there any differences between oasis and allure? I want to know answers to all these questions but the big on is about the diving show and whether it will be ready or not!
Answer :
If this is your first cruise with Royal Caribbean, I understand your concern, and want to set your mind at ease. Simply-put, there is no question all the shows will have their kinks (what few there were back in the summer when Oasis debuted) worked out. Especially the new Diving-show. With the diving-show being a completely new concept in cruise On-Board entertainment, there most-likely were some unforeseen technical issues that could not be resolved until after the ship was beyond it's sea-trials. Because of this, some of the first cruisers on this incredible ship were shorted a little. But I doubt you will have any issues once you board Allure.
As for the stage-shows, well, your best-bet there is to ask RCCL directly or contact your booking-agent. I will tell you this much, prior to Oasis' debut, RCCL was boasting about the new routines they were coming up with for not only Oasis, but the entire fleet, so my guess is you will not be disappointed on RCCL's Broadway-act.
I'm jealous of you! :-)
Make sure to tell the rest of us your experience once you get back!
Bon Voyage
Answer :
If this is your first cruise with Royal Caribbean, I understand your concern, and want to set your mind at ease. Simply-put, there is no question all the shows will have their kinks (what few there were back in the summer when Oasis debuted) worked out. Especially the new Diving-show. With the diving-show being a completely new concept in cruise On-Board entertainment, there most-likely were some unforeseen technical issues that could not be resolved until after the ship was beyond it's sea-trials. Because of this, some of the first cruisers on this incredible ship were shorted a little. But I doubt you will have any issues once you board Allure.
As for the stage-shows, well, your best-bet there is to ask RCCL directly or contact your booking-agent. I will tell you this much, prior to Oasis' debut, RCCL was boasting about the new routines they were coming up with for not only Oasis, but the entire fleet, so my guess is you will not be disappointed on RCCL's Broadway-act.
I'm jealous of you! :-)
Make sure to tell the rest of us your experience once you get back!
Bon Voyage
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