Half Moon Cay, Private Oasis??

Has anyone rented the Private Oasis at Half Moon cay?? Just curious if you liked it and if you think it was worth the money. Was the food and service good??? Also, the water entrance, was it just steps into the water or is there a platform or anything??? Any pictures you have would be great as well.

Thanks!!!

We rented it last year and it was awesome!!!!! The food and service was great, they would do anything for you! There were steps into the water along with a slide! We had about 14 people in our group and it was the best day of the whole cruise! I will see if I can find some pictures.

We rented it last year and it was awesome!!!!! The food and service was great, they would do anything for you! There were steps into the water along with a slide! We had about 14 people in our group and it was the best day of the whole cruise! I will see if I can find some pictures.

Do you know if there is only 1 of them or if there are a few?? We have a large group of 40 people on the cruise. I don't think everyone will join us there so it may only be about the Max 25 people they allow. I am worried that if everyone decided to do it, we would be too many people. I am hoping that there may have 2 of them that we can rent for all of us but I am thinking they may only have 1.

Do you know if there is only 1 of them or if there are a few?? We have a large group of 40 people on the cruise. I don't think everyone will join us there so it may only be about the Max 25 people they allow. I am worried that if everyone decided to do it, we would be too many people. I am hoping that there may have 2 of them that we can rent for all of us but I am thinking they may only have 1.

I believe they are building something called "Half Moon Saloon", I research information as well for my group of 40+ that sails the week prior to yours. Also, you cannot book it until you're on board the ship. Good luck with your reservation! Below is some information I found.

Half Moon Cay Private Oasis - Grand Group Cabana

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Private Oasis on HMC, I believe it is now the building called Half Moon Saloon on the map by the children's area. I'll post more info as I gather it.

I have posted pictures on webshots for all to see. These are not my photo's and are posted with photographers permission

Private Oasis - Palm Package

DURATION: Varies - The base rate is applicable for up to 12 guests. Only one guest need purchase the reservation for up to 12 guests.

PRICE: $1195 1-12 person(s), then additional charges apply.

The Private Oasis perches on a point, partially over water, so you can enjoy your private gathering in a luxurious setting, highlighted by an easy walkway into the warm turquoise waters. The Private Oasis offers a total of 1,620 square feet and includes a large covered deck and comfortable sun deck with eight-person hot tub. Features include an indoor teak dining table seating six people, outdoor teak lounges and bar stools accommodating 12, barbecue area, full wet bar and refrigerator, massage table, iPod music system, multi-colored Bahamian tapestries, men's and women's changing rooms, indoor and outdoor showers with heated fresh water, 100-foot walkway with misting stations and privacy gate.

Your Palm Package menu throughout the day will include the services of a butler, personal chef, and lifeguard along with the following:

-Fresh Fruit, Danish, Chips & Salsa from 10:00-2:00

-Beverage Package with Soft Drinks, Bottled Water, Juices, Domestic and Imported Beers, House Pouring Wine by the Glass (Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, White Zinfandel, Pinot Grigio, Merlot, Sparkling Wine), Island Cocktails (Cuban Mojito, Beach Cruiser, Rum Runner), Frozen Tropical Classics (Pina Colada, Strawberry Daiquiri, BBC, Banana Colada, Cappuccino Colada, Margarita), Mocktails (Cool as a Cucumber, Pina not a Colada, Margarita Breeze, Tropical Delight) from 10:00-3:00

-BBQ lunch buffet with Assorted Salads, Fruit Salad, Grilled Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Fresh Teriyaki glazed Mahi Mahi, Barbequed Pork Spare Ribs and Barbequed Chicken, Brownies & Cookies from 11:30-1:00

NOTES:

The base rate is applicable for up to 12 guests. Only one guest need purchase the reservation for up to 12 guests. For groups with more than 12 guests, an Extra Person Surcharge for the Private Oasis at Half Moon Cay must be purchased for each additional person from 13-25 guests.

Royal Palm Package Upgrade for Private Oasis - Palm Package

DURATION: Varies - The Royal Palm Package Upgrade rate is applicable for up to 12 guests. Only one guest need purchase the upgrade for up to 12 guests.

PRICE: $450 per 1- 12 person(s), then additional charges apply.

This special service upgrade is available to those guests who have purchased the Private Oasis - Palm Package (guests who are waitlisted for the Private Oasis - Palm Package should not purchase this upgrade until they have cleared the waitlist and secured the confirmed Private Oasis - Palm Package booking).

The Royal Palm Package Upgrade includes the services of a butler, personal chef, and lifeguard along with the following:

-Fresh Fruit, Danish, Chips & Salsa, Guacamole and sour cream from 10:00-2:00

-Beverage Package with Soft Drinks, Bottled Water, Juices, Domestic and Imported Beers, House Pouring Wine by the Glass (Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, White Zinfandel, Pinot Grigio, Merlot, Sparkling Wine, Island Cocktails (Cuban Mojito, Beach Cruiser, Rum Runner), Frozen Tropical Classics (Pina Colada, Strawberry Daiquiri, BBC, Banana Colada, Cappuccino Colada, Margarita), Mocktails (Cool as a Cucumber, Pina not a Colada, Margarita Breeze, Tropical Delight) from 10:00-3:00

-Greenhouse Spa Masseuse available

-Premium BBQ lunch menu with Seafood Salad, Pasta Salad, Potato Salad, Chop Salad with Mango Vinaigrette, Grilled Shrimp, Caribbean Style BBQ Steaks, Blackened Grilled Fish, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Barbequed Chicken, Tropical Fruit Spears, Banana Coconut Cake, Brownies and Cookies from 11:30 –- 1:00

The Royal Palm Package Upgrade price is applicable for up to 12 guests. For groups of more than 12 guests, each additional guest must purchase an Extra Person Surcharge for the Royal Palm Package Upgrade.

NOTES:

The Royal Palm Package Upgrade is an add-on to the Private Oasis - Palm Package. This upgrade package is available only to those guests who have purchased the Private Oasis - Palm Package (guests who are waitlisted for the Private Oasis - Palm Package should not purchase this upgrade until they have cleared the waitlist and secured the confirmed Private Oasis - Palm Package booking).

Hawaii697 - Great info. Thank you. I was trying to do some research on this as well for our upcoming 5/09 cruise. You had mentioned that you can't book this until you're on the ship. I looked through Carnival's website and it is listed in the excursions. I would assume you can book it prior to the cruise like most other excursions.

Does anyone know if this isn't true?

Hawaii697 - Great info. Thank you. I was trying to do some research on this as well for our upcoming 5/09 cruise. You had mentioned that you can't book this until you're on the ship. I looked through Carnival's website and it is listed in the excursions. I would assume you can book it prior to the cruise like most other excursions.

 

Does anyone know if this isn't true?

Hi and you're welcome. Unfortunately some with some excursions, you can't book them prior. This is one of them. I think the same goes for the Cabanas.

hiya!

my group of 11 booked the grand oasis cabana in dec 06 It was awesome. I think it could comfortably hold a few more people but NOT 40.

Ok my memory is fuzzy exact on how many chairs etc but i'll try to help you. I think there were 4 very padded lounge chairs and 6 adirondack chairs surrounding the 8 person-jacuzzi. Inside: There was a large table that sat 8 plus a couple of "bar type" tables with high chairs. There were a couple of lounge chairs inside as well. They provided an ipod and docking station for music all day, snorkel gear for 12 (You will need to know all flipper sizes of parties involved).

When we arrived there was chips,guacamole,salsa and sour cream.

We DID NOT upgrade and had plenty(we felt the UPGRADE really wasn't worth the price).

We were escorted from the ship by our butler for the day at about 9am(earliest THEY SAID!) However there were tenders that left earlier and IF i had known..i would have been on the first one!!! (i didn't need an escort)

The butler stayed all day with us providing anything we needed. We also had a private bar and bartender most of the day. (hint: take extra bottles of free water provided and you can always take it back to your room if leftover)ALL you can drink was GREAT! IF you want mojitos...bring the mint from the ship prior.

They asked us what time we wanted lunch cooked and served..we chose 12pm because we wanted to time to eat relax and eat some more :)

We had a private chef that cooked..steak,chicken,ribs,burgers,hot dogs,fish and they brought salads with dressings and fruit (pineapple AWESOME!!!!!) and brownies , cookies and pound cake.

You get a private slide..which people thought was public. We didnt want to be mean but we also didnt want kids all day. We managed to get our point across nicely that it was privately rented.

We did have a few "guests" we invited for a drink or to join us during the day. None of the staff cared that they were there for a few beers or cocktails.

Not many fish for snorkeling but the sand on this island had to be the nicest i have ever felt...like fine talcum powder! Wish all beaches had this.

There were 2 private bathroom and a private shower(the best part of this)

Cabinets to store anything we brought...extra towels.

There was a massage table IF you arranged for a person. Of course that was extra and we didnt need it.

Expect to tip each person that serves you...chef is only there about 2 hours/butler ALL day and bartender most of the day.

DID NOT HAVE A LIFEGUARD

This was probably one of the best "excursions" away from all the crowds we have ever spent money on...i know it wasn't cheap for an island where lounges are free but to all of us well worth it.

Since we rented this from HAL it was prior to embarkation..i do NOT know how carnival handles this special oasis.

Sorry the only pictures i have are in my head BUT i know there is another thread that has pictures started by sir david You can do a search for it.

have fun...

*sweet*

Did you cruise with HAL?

Can Carnival cruises contact HAL to reserve the private oasis cabana?

I really really want it for my honeymoon next year but I'm so afraid someone will get to it before me!

hiya me&him,

Yes we cruised with HAL.

I am unfamiliar with protocol on this cabana. although HAL and carnival share this private island...from what i hear, most times its 1 or the other at the island not both.

Also from what i hear..canival does not allow pre-booking of any cabanas. You board the ship and wait on line until shore excursions opens. (i would call carnival to confirm this)

Since you gave me no info, i am going to "assume" that your honeymoon party will be onboard and this rental is not just for the 2 of you. (it is pricey @$1200 plus tips)

once rented you will need to inform shore-ex about how many snorkels you need and sizes for the fins.

let me know if you need any more help <hope ya get it>

*sweet*

Thanks for the info! Yes, I did contact Carnival and they confirmed that it can not be booked until boarding the ship. However, I will be one of the first to board since I am getting married on board. Yes, my wedding party and some will be going on the cruise... should be so much fun!

Since looking at the private cabana I think I've changed my mind. Although it sounds reasonable for all of us, and pretty AWESOME! I'm pretty sure we're going to get a small cabana on the beach. I'd like to have beach access. :)

Sorry it took so long to resond... this is my first time posting on this site.

oh you can get into the water from the private water slide. Financially if you guys are drinkers and have at least 12 people, this really is ideal. this has unlimited drinks which none of the other cabanas have.

the beach is just down the walkway.

whatever you decide good luck on your upcoming nuptuals and honeymooning

*sweet*

Has anyone rented the Private Oasis at Half Moon cay?? Just curious if you liked it and if you think it was worth the money. Was the food and service good??? Also, the water entrance, was it just steps into the water or is there a platform or anything??? Any pictures you have would be great as well.

 

Thanks!!!

We have booked it three times and loved it. It is well worth the money in our opinion. :)

Thank you SO much for posting a picture. Excellent...I only hope it's available for our trip.

We just booked this online. It has already been charged to our credit card. We did not have to wait until getting onboard.

We booked online as well. They didn't waste any time charging our CC either. LOL I am concerned that no one has mentioned a lifeguard being present, it states that one is provided...Hmmmm.....

We booked online as well. They didn't waste any time charging our CC either. LOL I am concerned that no one has mentioned a lifeguard being present, it states that one is provided...Hmmmm.....

We had no lifeguard. There was on the main beach but not a personal one for the Oasis.

Thanks Debbie for letting me know. We have 8 kids coming and a lifeguard would have been helpful. Why in the world would they say there is one but not provide one??

Also, I see that you are going on the POA in November. It was the best trip ever! If you have any questions feel free to ask away. I planned and planned for that trip and it was well worth the planning.

Thanks Debbie for letting me know. We have 8 kids coming and a lifeguard would have been helpful. Why in the world would they say there is one but not provide one??

 

Also, I see that you are going on the POA in November. It was the best trip ever! If you have any questions feel free to ask away. I planned and planned for that trip and it was well worth the planning.

Your welcome.

Thanks for the offer of advice. I may take you up on it

cowgirlamy & MommyJamiex4 - you guys mentioned that you booked it online?? Was that through Carnival??

When we booked it a couple of years ago we had to wait until we boarded the ship to book the Oasis. If they are letting you book online now that will save me some stress!! LOL

We won't be going back until May of 2012, but we already know we want the Oasis!!

cowgirlamy & MommyJamiex4 - you guys mentioned that you booked it online?? Was that through Carnival??

 

When we booked it a couple of years ago we had to wait until we boarded the ship to book the Oasis. If they are letting you book online now that will save me some stress!! LOL

 

We won't be going back until May of 2012, but we already know we want the Oasis!!

We are sailing on the Carnival Destiny in May and I booked the Private Oasis for our group online about a month ago. It was $1299 for 12 people and charged in full to my credit card. I believe it's $99 for any extra people and that can be paid once onboard.

cowgirlamy & MommyJamiex4 - you guys mentioned that you booked it online?? Was that through Carnival??

 

When we booked it a couple of years ago we had to wait until we boarded the ship to book the Oasis. If they are letting you book online now that will save me some stress!! LOL

 

We won't be going back until May of 2012, but we already know we want the Oasis!!

as soon as you book your cruise start watching they have been allowing it to be booked online

itsmebuggy & imluvncruzn - Thank you both for the information! We aren't cruising until 2012, but we already know we want the oasis. Hopefully they are still booking online then. Saves me lots of gray hairs!

We booked it a couple years ago and loved it! But we had to make a mad dash to the excursions desk and hope it was still available! I will keep my fingers crossed!

Thanks again!

I'm soo excited we have this for Dec 2nd. The pic looks awesome I can't wait

Does anyone know how long Carnival allows you to stay at the Oasis? Description says 5 hours, beginning at 8:00 a.m. I'm thinking they let you stay throughout the afternoon?

Thanks for any info!