Could this be a 'new' ship for Oceania?

[Jay23]

You beat me to it. I too have just heard that Azamara has bought Adonia. !!!!! J

[gnld]

Oceania would be better served with a new build than another R ship, IMHO. They have 4 of them now and they ARE nearing 20 years old. Personally, I find the O ships a bit too large (but do like the dining options) - maybe something around Viking size (approx 900) at the most. Regent Explorer is 750 and a drop-dead gorgeous ship! We'll see what happens -- all the luxury lines (except Crystal) have come out with new ships, with more on the horizon. Oceania has to step up to the plate (Azamara, too).

 

Well, my desire of a new build did not come to pass. But at least they will get a much-needed 3rd ship. In the refurb, I sincerely hope they remodel deck 8 to create the mini-suites like Journey and Quest have -- preferably for all of deck 8, like Oceania has.

 

We'll be on the Quest in April, so will get first-hand info then. Can't wait!

[gnld]

Well, my desire of a new build did not come to pass. But at least they will get a much-needed 3rd ship. In the refurb, I sincerely hope they remodel deck 8 to create the mini-suites like Journey and Quest have -- preferably for all of deck 8, like Oceania has.

 

We'll be on the Quest in April, so will get first-hand info then. Can't wait!

 

Oops - this is the Oceania thread!! Should have posted this to an Azamara thread!

[Classiccruiser777]

For those unsatisfied with the current O fleet it would be beneficial to state what is missing from the current fleet that should be incorporated in a new design. For those that feel the R class ships are old (their designed service life is 40 years) and aren't up to par what do they lack? Same comments should be made regarding the O class. What do they lack that justifies a new design?

 

For what it's worth I feel the R ships that O operates are as near to perfection that is possible.

[Mura]

I have to say that we agree with you. We love the "R"ships. They have been beautifully maintained and I don't find them "antique" at all. For us, they are very comfortable.

 

For those who think they are antique, well, you have the right to your opinion, of course. As do we who enjoy the "R" ships. I speak as someone who likes both the "R" and "O" ships for different reasons.

 

Mura

[travelberlin]

Well at least Azamara will have more options now

Their fans will be dancing in the streets

Yes you are right 🎶🎶🎶

[sammiedawg]

IMO Oceania ships are mostly perfection and I cannot find much to criticize.

When I'm on an R ship I fall in love again. When I'm on an O ship I fall in love again.

[happy cruzer]

I would guess the main issue with the R ships is the bathrooms in the non suite cabins. Fine for folks used to smaller cabins not so much for others.

[jo-b]

I would agree with happy cruiser, the bathrooms are tiny, but for us the decor is dated although spotless and well kept. Also the lack of Red Ginger. If the decor were more aligned with the O ships and there was Red Ginger I would put up with the shower curtain!

[ORV]

I would guess the main issue with the R ships is the bathrooms in the non suite cabins. Fine for folks used to smaller cabins not so much for others.

 

This, plus I agree about no Red Ginger, except on Serena. Also there are no Oceania Suites. I feel any new build should have an expanded number of these, as they are frequently waitlisted, while the Vistas are available.

[maggie.1008]

I really enjoy the 4 spec. dine. on the O class. Also having a tub is a luxury for me. R class reg. balcony cabins have a very small bathroom and small shower only. I will stick to O class. The only thing that AZ offers me is my Elite Plus benefits, which I do miss when on O.

[maggie.1008]

There are a few Utube videos for the Adonia. One shows cabins with small bathroom. DH would barely fit in there and he`s not over weight.

[LHT28]

The only thing that AZ offers me is my Elite Plus benefits, which I do miss when on O.

Curious what do you get ??

[ORV]

Curious what do you get ??

 

Not really as much as someone on Oceania that is 15 cruises or more. You get quite a bit of laundry though. I'm Elite on Celebrity and much prefer the Oceania Club program, although any free stuff is good if you're going to be cruising anyway.

 

Here's the link to their benefits. https://www.celebritycruises.com/captains-club/tiers-and-benefits

[maggie.1008]

We are Elite Plus on Celebrity which is Discover Plus on AZ. The benefits meant more before they went to all inclusive. Benefits include : 3 comp nights at 1500 points. discounts, upgrades, free internet, parties and invite to Officer`s table, free laundry. All of this info. is on the AZ site under Discover loyalty program.

[LHT28]

WOW I better book some RCL corp cruises I would not want to miss that complimentary scoop of Gelato & Complimentary Cappucino, Espresso and Lattes

 

YMMV

[ORV]

WOW I better book some RCL corp cruises I would not want to miss that complimentary scoop of Gelato & Complimentary Cappucino, Espresso and Lattes

 

YMMV

 

The good thing is that the levels are all reciprocal among RCCL ships. The first Royal Caribbean cruise I took we were Diamond with them. If I ever cruise Azamara(which I doubt, why cruise with them when I can do Oceania) I will be at a high loyalty level.

[I_r_a]

I like the R ships.

 

I like the Prinsendam.

 

Ira

[LHT28]

The good thing is that the levels are all reciprocal among RCCL ships. The first Royal Caribbean cruise I took we were Diamond with them. If I ever cruise Azamara(which I doubt, why cruise with them when I can do Oceania) I will be at a high loyalty level.

I do not think RCCL or X have ships small enough to suit us & as you say why cruise AZA when there is O :evilsmile:

[travelberlin]

I do not think RCCL or X have ships small enough to suit us & as you say why cruise AZA when there is O :evilsmile:

Because Azamara includes drinks the whole day, gratuities, Azamazing evenings and has a magnificent crew and officers?

[Mura]

That works for you, obviously. But not for all of us. It's great that we all have these choices. No one cruise line is a perfect fit for everyone.

[LHT28]

Because Azamara includes drinks the whole day, gratuities, Azamazing evenings and has a magnificent crew and officers?

That is good if you take advantage of those things

 

We rarely drink

we get PPG

we get enough OBC to buy any drinks we may want

we hate herds

 

We do not need to be best friends with the officers

 

 

YMMV

people should do what works best for them

[Ken the cruiser]

I know we had 3 Azamara cruises booked totalling 70+ days and decided to rebook on similar O cruises at almost 1/2 the cost. Besides having better itineraries and since my DW doesn't drink and I only have one glass of wine at dinner, it was pretty much a no brainer. But everyone is different. I guess that's why there are so many cruise lines to choose from.

[happy cruzer]

I appreciate the info on Azamara especially since they decided to buy the R ship. It's nice to hear what people like about them now, things do change. Heck O may make a change that makes Azamara look better to some. Thanks for sharing.

[RJB]

I know we had 3 Azamara cruises booked totalling 70+ days and decided to rebook on similar O cruises at almost 1/2 the cost. Besides having better itineraries and since my DW doesn't drink and I only have one glass of wine at dinner, it was pretty much a no brainer. But everyone is different. I guess that's why there are so many cruise lines to choose from.

Are you saying that O is half the cost of Azamara? I have compared many of the similar cruises and can not find such a difference. A few bucks maybe, but not half. Either way we will stick with O. :):)