Oasis suggestions

[BLAMBKY]

There is an older thread about Oasis (basically ideas/suggestions that are ship specific) I thought it might be time to start a newer thread. Those that have recently sailed, give us Oasis Virgins your best suggestions & helpful hints to help in planning and on board experience. Thanks!

[Biker19]

Why? Nothing really has changed on Oasis to discount the suggestions from an older thread.

[BLAMBKY]

Why? Nothing really has changed on Oasis to discount the suggestions from an older thread.

 

 

 

Funny but a previous poster was mocked for digging up such an old thread! Oh well.

[Biker19]

Nothing wrong with posing a question in an old thread if the issue fits.

[Clarea]

About the only major change that comes to mind is the loss of the public balconies on the aft ends of decks 11, 12, and 14. The public balconies of the aft ends of deck 7 are still there.

[Ken at the beach]

About the only major change that comes to mind is the loss of the public balconies on the aft ends of decks 11, 12, and 14. The public balconies of the aft ends of deck 7 are still there.

 

And the loss of the Viking Crown Lounge.

[Clarea]

And the loss of the Viking Crown Lounge.

Yeah, I would say that's a significant loss.

[molsonschooner]

Starbucks was added sometime late 2011(I think)

[RoeC]

Plus new restaurants and shops. So definitely new items.

 

 

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[Merion_Mom]

Starbucks was added sometime late 2011(I think)

 

Absolutely not.

 

The coffee kiosk was there when she was built. At first, it was called Mondo Café, but soon thereafter began to wear the Starbucks banner.

 

 

:)

[Clarea]

... The coffee kiosk was there when she was built. At first, it was called Mondo Café, but soon thereafter began to wear the Starbucks banner.

This is my recollection of what happened on Oasis.

 

However, I thought Starbucks was on Allure from the start.

[Merion_Mom]

This is my recollection of what happened on Oasis.

 

However, I thought Starbucks was on Allure from the start.

 

Yes, that is correct.

 

I have had many a "discussion" with a member of the CD's staff during trivia over these facts.

 

:D

[Merion_Mom]

Absolutely not.

 

The coffee kiosk was there when she was built. At first, it was called Mondo Café, but soon thereafter began to wear the Starbucks banner.

 

 

:)

 

I believe that it was Café Mondo, upon further reflection.

[Clarea]

I believe that it was Café Mondo, upon further reflection.

This link still works, it has the name:

 

http://www.creative.rccl.com/Sales/Royal/General_Info/Flyers/10020614_Allure_Specialty_Restaurant_Flyer.pdf

[ATL_Guy67]

We were just on the Oasis with our 2 teenagers last month. I would recommend getting the RC bus to the FLL Port Everglades and get to the bus kiosk early to get boarding card. As soon as you board go to Park Cafe for lunch because there will be huge lines at the Windjammer Cafe. You might waste 30-45 minutes waiting in that line. I think the Solarium has short lines too. Book all of your shows online. Bring a day sack because your luggage might not arrive at your room until 6:00. Get your activity bracelet (sign waiver online) on your first day. Book the comedy night online. It is very popular. We have been on 3 cruises in 21 years before the trip on Oasis. Didn't really like those cruises but our kids wanted to go on a cruise so we booked this one. We had one of the best vacations ever. Already booked trip on Harmony of the Seas for next late May. Hope that helps.

 

 

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[molsonschooner]

Absolutely not.

 

The coffee kiosk was there when she was built. At first, it was called Mondo Café, but soon thereafter began to wear the Starbucks banner.

 

 

:)

 

I don't normally do this but I have to disagree with you on this. There was no Starbucks kiosk when I cruised Oasis in November, 2011. It was due to open the following week.Work was being done on the kiosk all during our cruise. We cruised with some family members. One niece is a Starbucks snob , she was so disappointed not be able to have her Starbucks.

[jamesr3939]

I don't normally do this but I have to disagree with you on this. There was no Starbucks kiosk when I cruised Oasis in November, 2011. It was due to open the following week.Work was being done on the kiosk all during our cruise. We cruised with some family members. One niece is a Starbucks snob , she was so disappointed not be able to have her Starbucks.

 

and they will not take your Starbucks card.

[Clarea]

and they will not take your Starbucks card.

The Starbucks venues on Oasis and Allure do take Starbucks cards for payment.

[BillOh]

There is an older thread about Oasis (basically ideas/suggestions that are ship specific) I thought it might be time to start a newer thread. Those that have recently sailed, give us Oasis Virgins your best suggestions & helpful hints to help in planning and on board experience. Thanks!

 

Based on recent experiences, my newest tip would be after you make all your show and dining reservations, check them again a day or two before the cruise!

[BillOh]

Funny but a previous poster was mocked for digging up such an old thread! Oh well.

 

Gotta love the unsolicited moderators. Actually maybe we don't.

[BLAMBKY]

Gotta love the unsolicited moderators. Actually maybe we don't.

 

 

 

True! Try to just act like a duck and let it roll off. Thanks for your suggestion!

[BLAMBKY]

We were just on the Oasis with our 2 teenagers last month. I would recommend getting the RC bus to the FLL Port Everglades and get to the bus kiosk early to get boarding card. As soon as you board go to Park Cafe for lunch because there will be huge lines at the Windjammer Cafe. You might waste 30-45 minutes waiting in that line. I think the Solarium has short lines too. Book all of your shows online. Bring a day sack because your luggage might not arrive at your room until 6:00. Get your activity bracelet (sign waiver online) on your first day. Book the comedy night online. It is very popular. We have been on 3 cruises in 21 years before the trip on Oasis. Didn't really like those cruises but our kids wanted to go on a cruise so we booked this one. We had one of the best vacations ever. Already booked trip on Harmony of the Seas for next late May. Hope that helps.

 

 

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I have mainly skipped the comedy shows since they tend to be more adult themed that I would prefer. Did you think the shows were family friendly?

 

 

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[Clarea]

I have mainly skipped the comedy shows since they tend to be more adult themed that I would prefer. Did you think the shows were family friendly?

I would say that the comedy shows in the comedy venue are for mature audiences. There is another comedy show in the main theater (first come, first served, no reservations taken) that is supposed to be the family friendly show.

[BLAMBKY]

I would say that the comedy shows in the comedy venue are for mature audiences. There is another comedy show in the main theater (first come, first served, no reservations taken) that is supposed to be the family friendly show.

 

 

 

Awesome, good to know. Thanks!

[FireStation46]

Fair question to ask as RCL is always upgrading ships, changing the deal etc.

 

I have no comments as this will be our first cruise and we will be in the 2-floor suite on deck 17.

 

We are looking forward to it.