jjeffjb Posted January 16, 2023 #1 Share Posted January 16, 2023 We are currently onboard Riviera in a standard balcony stateroom. The new bath design is a game changer. It feels spacious and luxurious. The stateroom re-inspiration is lovely. With regards to the public rooms, it doesn't feel like there's been a major change. In part, because they've kept all of the art work. The furnishing mostly retain there design but with a more neutral color palette. It is the staterooms where the transformation is most apparent. All in all, the ship feels and looks fantastic. 14 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkWiltonM Posted January 16, 2023 #2 Share Posted January 16, 2023 Post photos! Please. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjeffjb Posted January 16, 2023 Author #3 Share Posted January 16, 2023 1 hour ago, MarkWiltonM said: Post photos! Please. I'll post photos when I return home, around Jan 24. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marieps Posted January 17, 2023 #4 Share Posted January 17, 2023 On 1/16/2023 at 4:47 PM, jjeffjb said: I'll post photos when I return home, around Jan 24. Can't wait to see them. We sail Riviera Feb 10 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mariastreby Posted January 18, 2023 #5 Share Posted January 18, 2023 Has Wi-Fi been improved, and what about additional electrical and USB outlets in the cabin? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonthomas Posted January 18, 2023 #6 Share Posted January 18, 2023 no improvement of wifi.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itzfitz Posted January 18, 2023 #7 Share Posted January 18, 2023 Wifi can be hit or miss. As for charging outlets in the room, I felt there were plenty. Each side of the bed, at the desk, in the bathroom. I do feel their Wifi is in need of updating compared to other cruise lines. Cumbersome to switch from one device to another IMO. Long line the first day with all kinds of folks trying to figure out how to get on line on their devices. I do wish Oceania would develop an app like so many other cruise lines have done. Did not like to have to look on the TV to find out menus for the evening when an app would provide that plus what was going on during the day. Love Celebrity's app. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ToxM Posted January 19, 2023 #8 Share Posted January 19, 2023 The reinspiration of the cabins is a work of genius. They feel so much more airy. the bathroom is the work of a magician! So much storage. The rest of the ship…. Minor changes. The ice cream and smoothie bar next to the pool is a great move, but the tiles next to it were a really bad idea, I burnt my feet on them, and a couple of days later a mat appeared on them. The mew pizza offering is a great idea and the pizza are really good. This was way overdue as the waves space in the evening was so wasted. Now we just need Toscana revamped to something less …. Dated, and it will be wonderful! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alainciao Posted January 19, 2023 #9 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Is the closet still next to the bed in the veranda staterooms? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robjame Posted January 19, 2023 #10 Share Posted January 19, 2023 5 hours ago, alainciao said: Is the closet still next to the bed in the veranda staterooms? Yes - I don’t think there is any change to the layout of the veranda stateroom. Change (for the better) to bathroom layout Yes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChicagoAlli Posted January 19, 2023 #11 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Be aware that not all cabins got a new bathroom. I was in a Penthouse Suite from 1/4-1/14 and it had the old bathroom layout. I was aware of this before the trip and tried to move but nothing came available. The bedroom decor is a huge improvement. Wifi still terrible, even after upgrading to the supposed better package. I was still struggling to stream anything. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robjame Posted January 19, 2023 #12 Share Posted January 19, 2023 On 1/17/2023 at 5:21 PM, marieps said: Can't wait to see them. We sail Riviera Feb 10 Not very good but Verandah washroom Riviera 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonthomas Posted January 19, 2023 #13 Share Posted January 19, 2023 it was a very nice bathroom on the refitted riviera, just as the pics above show...thank you for these.... sadly we face marina next november and no refit.... and regatta in sept....not sure when it was refitted if at all.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted January 19, 2023 #14 Share Posted January 19, 2023 8 minutes ago, jonthomas said: and regatta in sept....not sure when it was refitted if at all.... We’re also sailing Regatta in September on our first O cruise & their website states the ship was refurbished & re-inspired in 2019. “The better-than-new Regatta blends sophistication with a contemporary flair to create a casually elegant ambiance that embodies the most treasured elements of our celebrated ships. Every surface of every suite and stateroom is entirely new, while in the public spaces, a refreshed color palette of soft sea and sky tones surrounds a tasteful renewal of fabrics, furnishings and lighting fixtures that exquisitely encompasses the inimitable style and comfort of Oceania Cruises”. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmerl Posted January 19, 2023 #15 Share Posted January 19, 2023 3 hours ago, ChicagoAlli said: Be aware that not all cabins got a new bathroom. I was in a Penthouse Suite from 1/4-1/14 and it had the old bathroom layout. I was aware of this before the trip and tried to move but nothing came available. The bedroom decor is a huge improvement. Wifi still terrible, even after upgrading to the supposed better package. I was still struggling to stream anything. How did you know which rooms got the bathroom remake? We will be in PH2 in March. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marieps Posted January 19, 2023 #16 Share Posted January 19, 2023 2 hours ago, Astro Flyer said: We’re also sailing Regatta in September on our first O cruise & their website states the ship was refurbished & re-inspired in 2019. “The better-than-new Regatta blends sophistication with a contemporary flair to create a casually elegant ambiance that embodies the most treasured elements of our celebrated ships. Every surface of every suite and stateroom is entirely new, while in the public spaces, a refreshed color palette of soft sea and sky tones surrounds a tasteful renewal of fabrics, furnishings and lighting fixtures that exquisitely encompasses the inimitable style and comfort of Oceania Cruises”. We were on Regatta in the fall of 2019 and the refurb was very nice, but it's still an R class ship and if not in a suite the bathrooms are TINY. Showers like a phone booth. We've opted for a PH on Insignia in 2024 for that reason alone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted January 19, 2023 #17 Share Posted January 19, 2023 18 minutes ago, schmerl said: How did you know which rooms got the bathroom remake? We will be in PH2 in March. There is a list https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2874113-riveria-bathtub-updates/#comment-63775016 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmerl Posted January 19, 2023 #18 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Thanks . Good to know the PH 2 has the new bathroom. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeedToChill Posted January 19, 2023 #19 Share Posted January 19, 2023 Does anyone have refurbished PH room photos? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mariastreby Posted January 19, 2023 #20 Share Posted January 19, 2023 8 minutes ago, NeedToChill said: Does anyone have refurbished PH room photos? When we just got our printed materials yesterday, they included an updated picture of the veranda stateroom in one of the two booklets. Even though we are in an A1, every veranda stateroom looks the same, whether concierge or not. So at least they showed us what the cabin is like. I had assumed they’d do the same for you PH suite people. Bummer, but I’ve seen one picture somewhere else on these boards. They got rid of those square chairs with the round table at the end of the bed. Now there are two nice upholstered benches there instead. Not as practical, but a good place for putting on your shoes. Or to throw things on, like your robe, swimsuit coverup, and just “stuff” to make your room messy. 🙄 Not sure where the new “extra” seated area is for enjoying room service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted January 20, 2023 #21 Share Posted January 20, 2023 6 minutes ago, Mariastreby said: Bummer, but I’ve seen one picture somewhere else on these boards. They got rid of those square chairs with the round table at the end of the bed. Now there are two nice upholstered benches there instead. Not as practical, but a good place for putting on your shoes. Or to throw things on, like your robe, swimsuit coverup, and just “stuff” to make your room messy. 🙄 Not sure where the new “extra” seated area is for enjoying room service. Wasn't there a round table with chairs in the same photo?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mariastreby Posted January 20, 2023 #22 Share Posted January 20, 2023 Yes, now that you say that. I just saw the single photo quickly, and it’s not really set in my mind. Don’t have a memory like I used to… 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare the more ports the better Posted January 20, 2023 #23 Share Posted January 20, 2023 30 minutes ago, NeedToChill said: Does anyone have refurbished PH room photos? We’ll be on Riveria Tuesday in a PH. We’ll post pictures. Really excited to see the new rooms. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted January 20, 2023 #24 Share Posted January 20, 2023 1 hour ago, marieps said: We were on Regatta in the fall of 2019 and the refurb was very nice, but it's still an R class ship and if not in a suite the bathrooms are TINY. Showers like a phone booth. We've opted for a PH on Insignia in 2024 for that reason alone. Thanks for sharing your insights & to know about the TINY showers…wonder if they’re smaller than in most Princess cabins. Although we have used a tiny shower at home for many decades. ☺️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare GeezerCouple Posted January 20, 2023 #25 Share Posted January 20, 2023 2 hours ago, LHT28 said: Wasn't there a round table with chairs in the same photo?? Yes, opposite the love seat. But at the bottom of the bed, in the photo I saw, there was one tiny bench. It would definitely be better if there were indeed two of them! I found the new colors dreary... it's a ship... why not use some nice blues, or at least a touch? GC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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