aeonix01 Posted July 1, 2011 #1 Share Posted July 1, 2011 If you lived in New York, would you take a 9 night cruise on Explorer, of fly out to FL and go on an Oasis or Allure 7 night cruise. I've not been on any of these ships (yet). To take the Allure or Oasis, I would pay more to fly out to FL, travel to and from the airport, pay more for the same style cabin (no matter which), and lose two nights. The ship is possibly(proabably) a better experience, and the ports are pretty good. The Explorer is local, and I could save money on the cruise, travel to and from the port, and as I said, the cruise is longer. I just don't know how much I'd be missing out on, or not missing out on by going with the explorer. The reality of my financial situation is that I'm likely not going on another cruise for a while. I haven't been on a cruise for years. I'm also getting married soon. The decision I made over a year ago was to go with explorer for financial reasons for the most part. Additionally, my soon to be wife has never been on a cruise, and I didn't want to drag her to Florida on a plane, and then go on a seven night cruise instead of a nine night. I don't know how she'll react to a cruise experience at all at this point, although, she is pretty excited. Do you think I made the right choice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemylab Posted July 1, 2011 #2 Share Posted July 1, 2011 For me, it would depend on the time of year. If travelling during the summer months I'd take the Explorer. If it was during the winter months, I'd fly to Florida. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arlodog Posted July 1, 2011 #3 Share Posted July 1, 2011 I would do the 9 night and save your money for other things (a wedding/honeymoon). You will have lots of time to sail on Oasis/Allure in the future. I will tell you that we have booked Oasis for this fall and we have been on 8 other cruises. This will be more expensive than my cruise through the Panama Canal and I can't believe that it will be that much better of an experience since we have loved our other cruises! I may be suprised, but there is only so much you can do in 24 hours--sometimes the choices can be overwhelming, especially on a ship like Oasis. I am probably in the minority, but we usually have sailed on an inside cabin to save our money. We love to vacation and can go more often if we save on the cabin and take older ships. I will say we love the balcony's and have had a jr suite before (I watch for price drops like a hawk). If it were my choice I would take a 9 night and save the extra money! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted July 1, 2011 #4 Share Posted July 1, 2011 If you are actually doing a side-by-side comparison on paper of the costs, don't forget to include the cost of driving to Bayonne, tolls and gas, plus $19 x 9 for parking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeonix01 Posted July 1, 2011 Author #5 Share Posted July 1, 2011 If you are actually doing a side-by-side comparison on paper of the costs, don't forget to include the cost of driving to Bayonne, tolls and gas, plus $19 x 9 for parking. Yea, that would be true. In my particular case, those costs afor gas and tolls are being covered by the person driving us, and there are no parking costs since we're being dropped off, and picked up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IWORK2CRUISE Posted July 1, 2011 #6 Share Posted July 1, 2011 Both arlodog and Merion Mom raise good points. We have had many wonderful cruises on smaller ships than Explorer (2 on Explorer) and have not yet decided to splurge on Oasis or Allure. It seems to us that with those, the ship becomes the destination. While we do love being on ships we also like to visit places. Our current thinking is that the longer cruise and lower price add up to a terrific idea. Explorer is a very fun and lovely ship so weigh your costs and allotted travel time as you make your decision. Happy sailing and happy future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted July 1, 2011 #7 Share Posted July 1, 2011 If you lived in New York, would you take a 9 night cruise on Explorer, of fly out to FL and go on an Oasis or Allure 7 night cruise. I've not been on any of these ships (yet). To take the Allure or Oasis, I would pay more to fly out to FL, travel to and from the airport, pay more for the same style cabin (no matter which), and lose two nights. The ship is possibly(proabably) a better experience, and the ports are pretty good. The Explorer is local, and I could save money on the cruise, travel to and from the port, and as I said, the cruise is longer. I just don't know how much I'd be missing out on, or not missing out on by going with the explorer. The reality of my financial situation is that I'm likely not going on another cruise for a while. I haven't been on a cruise for years. I'm also getting married soon. The decision I made over a year ago was to go with explorer for financial reasons for the most part. Additionally, my soon to be wife has never been on a cruise, and I didn't want to drag her to Florida on a plane, and then go on a seven night cruise instead of a nine night. I don't know how she'll react to a cruise experience at all at this point, although, she is pretty excited. Do you think I made the right choice? I"m very confused about your questions. You are leaving on the Explorer in three weeks, aren't you? It's not as though you have another option now. :confused: (I love the Explorer, by the way. She was my "first", and that's always special.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeonix01 Posted July 1, 2011 Author #8 Share Posted July 1, 2011 I"m very confused about your questions. You are leaving on the Explorer in three weeks, aren't you? It's not as though you have another option now. :confused: (I love the Explorer, by the way. She was my "first", and that's always special.) You're right, the decision was made a long time ago, and I'm leaving soon. I was curious if other people would make the same decision as I did if they had to choose. I'm also wondering if I'm really missing out by choosing the Explorer over the Oasis or Allure. That's the reason for the question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mairem17 Posted July 1, 2011 #9 Share Posted July 1, 2011 I have read many good reviews of Explorer and that is the cruise I would pick. Plus it is longer and cheaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BULA BULA Posted July 1, 2011 #10 Share Posted July 1, 2011 http://vimeo.com/channels/oasisseries the western is cheaper than eastern the ship in it's self is a destination but the stop at labadee and falmouth port are well worth the western caribe check the video what ever cruise you pick i am sure yours will be teriffic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted July 1, 2011 #11 Share Posted July 1, 2011 You're right, the decision was made a long time ago, and I'm leaving soon. I was curious if other people would make the same decision as I did if they had to choose. I'm also wondering if I'm really missing out by choosing the Explorer over the Oasis or Allure. That's the reason for the question. Stop second guessing yourself! That's no way to go through life! Have a fabulous wedding and a wonderful honeymoon cruise. And be sure to come back and tell us how much you enjoyed your first cruise! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saleandsail Posted July 1, 2011 #12 Share Posted July 1, 2011 We did the EOS last Nov. (1st time on RCI) and loved it so much, that we booked our next 2 cruises on it. Relax and have a great cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yogimax Posted July 1, 2011 #13 Share Posted July 1, 2011 You're right, the decision was made a long time ago, and I'm leaving soon. I was curious if other people would make the same decision as I did if they had to choose. Sigh! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeonix01 Posted July 1, 2011 Author #14 Share Posted July 1, 2011 Stop second guessing yourself! That's no way to go through life! Have a fabulous wedding and a wonderful honeymoon cruise. And be sure to come back and tell us how much you enjoyed your first cruise! :) Thanks All for the warm wishes. You only get one honeymoon (you hope), and ya just want to do it right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBcruzman Posted July 1, 2011 #15 Share Posted July 1, 2011 I have been on Oasis and Voyager class and the nine night less expensive easier to get to Explorer cruise would be my choice. Oasis is great but not necessarily better. So now since you are going on the Explorer anyway stop thinking about the Oasis. Enjoy your cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dajulieness Posted July 1, 2011 #16 Share Posted July 1, 2011 9 night explorer definitely. I've been on the explorer and haven't been on the allure/oasis(yet) but I would pick the 9 night because airfare is through the roof, flying is stressful for some. And you said you'd have someone to drop you off at Cape Liberty.. so its an easy ride there and you can pack as heavy as you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockfordcruiser Posted July 1, 2011 #17 Share Posted July 1, 2011 Simple! Go with the RCL cruise. It's a win win with which ever one you choose. Looks like you already know the answer to this one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
138east Posted July 1, 2011 #18 Share Posted July 1, 2011 I think you made the right choice - once you are dropped off at Bayonne you are truly on vacation. You just can't underestimate the enormous benefit of no airline hassle. The itinerary is great - Bermuda, St. Thomas, St. Martin, and San Juan. I've been on the Explorer 6 times - I would advise getting to the port between 10:30 and 11 so you are among the first to board. Have lunch in the Windjammer and explore the ship - check your dining reservations, make specialty dining reservations, etc. Wear or carry on your bathing suits so you can hit the pool deck. You only have one day in Bermuda - if you're not going on a tour, I would spurge on a cab (make a reservation) to pick you up first thing at Kings Wharf and get you out of there. Folks have been complaining about the bus and ferry services not being able to handle the volume of cruisers at King's Wharf. Getting back seems to be a lot easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superduper123 Posted July 1, 2011 #19 Share Posted July 1, 2011 I would choose the Explorer. For me at this point, I have no strong desire to sail Oasis or Allure. That is just my personal preference, and I'm sure eventually that will change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffy116 Posted July 1, 2011 #20 Share Posted July 1, 2011 We've sailed Explorer and loved the ship. We haven't sailed Oasis or Allure yet but we love being able to drive to the port. So many hours to get to the airport, get there early for security, wait around and the new LUGGAGE fees. You have no parking fees, either at airport or cruise terminal, you have a great ship and can enjoy 9 nights. If it would mean leaving NY in winter or cool weather, I would tell you to fly to FL. Enjoy yourself. You made a great decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptData Posted July 1, 2011 #21 Share Posted July 1, 2011 I too would go on Explore. Nine nights vs seven. Also saving flights. Now if it is winter time I would go on Oasis instead because you would lost thos two night anyway due to winter in NY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mewissy Posted July 1, 2011 #22 Share Posted July 1, 2011 We've sailed both and had to make a similar decision for our upcoming cruise. Chose Explorer again. The Oasis/Allure is something you'll want to experience, but there's nothing worth giving up 2 days or extra money for (and I can speak from experience). The only thing I missed on the Explorer after sailing the Oasis was Park Cafe - no biggie! You'll love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yj2cute Posted July 1, 2011 #23 Share Posted July 1, 2011 Another vote for Explorer. I just got off the EOS last week, again, and enjoyed it immensely. In your situation, I would definitely choose Explorer. As posted earlier, the convenience of boarding the ship in Bayonne, NJ, is in itself almost worth the price of the ticket. It's a wonderful ship, and even though it's older than the Oasis and doesn't have all those bells and whistles, it still offers a very enjoyable cruise with plenty of extras if you want them. Enjoy the trip and congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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