ricklepickle Posted May 5, 2016 #1 Share Posted May 5, 2016 (edited) Hi -- Three (just edited) questions about the Oasis: 1. When we cruised on her 4 years ago, there was flavored no-calorie water available at various locations (Park Cafe, Solarium, Windjammer, etc). I haven't seen this mentioned recently -- is this still true? 2. I'm a little unclear about the tapas at Vintages. I had a lovely time one evening on my own (rest of the family went to bed) at Vintages, with the bartender giving me many tastes of different wines until I found one I loved. I'm cruising with my (74 year old) mom, and I think she would enjoy that one evening. But I didn't order any tapas -- what is the deal with the tapas, what kind of additional charges to they incur, etc. I don't know I have seen that anywhere -- I've seen a list of tapas, but not their prices. 3. An additional question: where can I see the menu at Vitality Cafe? I assume some things there are included, and some are extra fee. Is that correct? Another Thanks in advance! Ricki Edited May 5, 2016 by ricklepickle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted May 5, 2016 #2 Share Posted May 5, 2016 We saw flavored water at Park Cafe on our Oasis cruise last September. The food items at Vitality Cafe are free, but the smoothies and protein drinks are extra cost. I've not see a menu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webecruzin2 Posted May 5, 2016 #3 Share Posted May 5, 2016 Hi -- Three (just edited) questions about the Oasis: 1. When we cruised on her 4 years ago, there was flavored no-calorie water available at various locations (Park Cafe, Solarium, Windjammer, etc). I haven't seen this mentioned recently -- is this still true? 2. I'm a little unclear about the tapas at Vintages. I had a lovely time one evening on my own (rest of the family went to bed) at Vintages, with the bartender giving me many tastes of different wines until I found one I loved. I'm cruising with my (74 year old) mom, and I think she would enjoy that one evening. But I didn't order any tapas -- what is the deal with the tapas, what kind of additional charges to they incur, etc. I don't know I have seen that anywhere -- I've seen a list of tapas, but not their prices. 3. An additional question: where can I see the menu at Vitality Cafe? I assume some things there are included, and some are extra fee. Is that correct? Another Thanks in advance! Ricki Yes, I wondering the same thing about tapas in Vintages, pay or complimentary? Anyone know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jahannah Posted May 5, 2016 #4 Share Posted May 5, 2016 Yes, I wondering the same thing about tapas in Vintages, pay or complimentary?Anyone know? Pay, but quite good. You can make a meal out of it. It seemed to be reasonable prices. Look into getting one of the combinations, which will give you a wide variety of dishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
volunteer cruiser Posted May 5, 2016 #5 Share Posted May 5, 2016 From October 2015 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfaeric Posted May 5, 2016 #6 Share Posted May 5, 2016 Yes, I wondering the same thing about tapas in Vintages, pay or complimentary?Anyone know? And the price is dependent on what you are getting. IIRC, the price range is $2-$4 per plate, depending on the dish plus various combinations that cost up to $13 for 8 dishes. (I never take pictures of the menus, but http://www.cruisewithgambee.com/royal-caribbean-menu/ if this is the menu you have seen- look at the tab on the edge of each page- that's the price of that page) And I'm 100% with the previous poster that one can make a great meal out of them. One of our favorite dinners was sitting out in Central Park (inside the vintages area) having some tapas and wine. Very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webecruzin2 Posted May 5, 2016 #7 Share Posted May 5, 2016 Sounds and looks great! Thanks everyone. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spookwife Posted May 5, 2016 #8 Share Posted May 5, 2016 Hi -- Three (just edited) questions about the Oasis: 1. When we cruised on her 4 years ago, there was flavored no-calorie water available at various locations (Park Cafe, Solarium, Windjammer, etc). I haven't seen this mentioned recently -- is this still true? flavered, yes. no calorie? not necessarily. I am partial to the strawberry kiwi myself. 2. I'm a little unclear about the tapas at Vintages. I had a lovely time one evening on my own (rest of the family went to bed) at Vintages, with the bartender giving me many tastes of different wines until I found one I loved. I'm cruising with my (74 year old) mom, and I think she would enjoy that one evening. But I didn't order any tapas -- what is the deal with the tapas, what kind of additional charges to they incur, etc. I don't know I have seen that anywhere -- I've seen a list of tapas, but not their prices. never sailed on O, but on the ships I have that have tapas, they either are al a carte from a menu, or they set up a mini buffet during 'happy hour' every so often, without prompting, the bartender would disappear into the back and reappear wth a plate full of cheese, fruit, olives etc and whatnot to share while we tasted. on occasion I also got a glass full of cocktail mix. if I walk in there KNOWING I intend to taste test a lot, I ask up front for some palate cleansers. 3. An additional question: where can I see the menu at Vitality Cafe? I assume some things there are included, and some are extra fee. Is that correct? Another Thanks in advance! Ricki I am not familiar with Vitality Cafe. I thought that was just items on the MDR menu that were lighter/healthier? indicated on the menu with some sort of icon. but again, I have not yet sailed O so I may be totally off the mark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisemoxy Posted May 5, 2016 #9 Share Posted May 5, 2016 Gambee's Oasis 2016 review included his dinner at Vintages with several photos of the menu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules815 Posted May 5, 2016 #10 Share Posted May 5, 2016 We saw flavored water at Park Cafe on our Oasis cruise last September. The food items at Vitality Cafe are free, but the smoothies and protein drinks are extra cost. I've not see a menu. Are the smoothies covered with the Ultimate drink package? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted May 5, 2016 #11 Share Posted May 5, 2016 I am not familiar with Vitality Cafe. I thought that was just items on the MDR menu that were lighter/healthier? indicated on the menu with some sort of icon. but again, I have not yet sailed O so I may be totally off the mark. There used to be Vitality items on the MDR menus, but I don't think they do that anymore. On Oasis class ships, the Vitality Cafe is a food/beverage venue right outside the Fitness Center. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplerock Posted May 13, 2016 #12 Share Posted May 13, 2016 Do you know the prices of wine? We are thinking of the premium beverage package Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted May 13, 2016 #13 Share Posted May 13, 2016 Do you know the prices of wine? We are thinking of the premium beverage package This is a list from Rhapsody, but should give you an idea: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showpost.php?p=49238603&postcount=13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redlobster Posted May 13, 2016 #14 Share Posted May 13, 2016 Thank you for the info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplerock Posted May 14, 2016 #15 Share Posted May 14, 2016 Thank you! Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CleverFirst Posted September 25, 2016 #16 Share Posted September 25, 2016 Searching for an answer to my question and so far nothing, so I'll ask as part of this thread, as a generic "vintages" question. Fiance and I don't drink, but love Tapas, did it a lot in Chicago. Would we be okay to go sit and order tapas while enjoying our soda package? Is it blasmphemy to the vintages fans out there? It's just such a great way to get rid of some on board credit with what looks like great food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ery Posted September 25, 2016 #17 Share Posted September 25, 2016 Are the smoothies covered with the Ultimate drink package? No smoothies or protein drinks at Vitality are not included in any of the drink packages. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ery Posted September 25, 2016 #18 Share Posted September 25, 2016 Searching for an answer to my question and so far nothing, so I'll ask as part of this thread, as a generic "vintages" question. Fiance and I don't drink, but love Tapas, did it a lot in Chicago. Would we be okay to go sit and order tapas while enjoying our soda package? Is it blasmphemy to the vintages fans out there? It's just such a great way to get rid of some on board credit with what looks like great food. I'm sure you wouldn't be the first to go in and enjoy food without drinking wine [emoji4] go in and enjoy it's your vacation! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
volunteer cruiser Posted September 25, 2016 #19 Share Posted September 25, 2016 My husband got a beer from the Trellis bar in central park and took it into Vintages when he had tapas. Bar staff did not question. Take your sodas and enjoy the tapas and atmosphere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pittsburgh Mike Posted August 14, 2017 #20 Share Posted August 14, 2017 And the price is dependent on what you are getting. IIRC, the price range is $2-$4 per plate, depending on the dish plus various combinations that cost up to $13 for 8 dishes. (I never take pictures of the menus, but http://www.cruisewithgambee.com/royal-caribbean-menu/ if this is the menu you have seen- look at the tab on the edge of each page- that's the price of that page) And I'm 100% with the previous poster that one can make a great meal out of them. One of our favorite dinners was sitting out in Central Park (inside the vintages area) having some tapas and wine. Very nice. if this is still current you can get a good idea of what Vintages offers for a tapas menu! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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