When Royal Caribbean first launched the revolutionary Oasis of the Seas on December 5, 2009, it was like no other ship at sea. This was due in part to some of the new neighborhoods that were added like Central Park on the Oasis of the Seas. Imagine a park in the middle of a cruise ship complete… Read More
One of the neighborhoods on Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas is the Boardwalk. Great for kids and adults, this family friendly area has something for everyone. CAROUSEL: Although I may never ride on the handcrafted carousel, I can appreciate the beauty and hard work of this beautiful piece of art. The first ever carousel… Read More
Vintages Wine Bar Don’t you just love going somewhere that transports you to a completely different place? Whether a movie that makes you feel like you’re in outer space or in a country you’ve never visited, a concert that takes you elsewhere, or a wine bar on a cruise ship. Wait a second! Did I… Read More
While I’m fully aware that many people don’t drink while on a cruise, that’s generally not me. Don’t worry – no drinking problem here. Cruising means relaxation and if I happened to pre-purchase a beverage package, well that means I can enjoy myself. C’mon! Could you turn that down? While on my 12 night transatlantic… Read More
Are you a glass half-full kind of person or more of a glass half empty pessimist? I believe in staying optimistic (or at least making every attempt to try to be optimistic) and enjoying change. If we can’t enjoy change, then we live in fear of it. While onboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas… Read More
It’s that time again! Let’s tour my comfy digs while I was onboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas. My cabin was located mid-ship on the “hump” – that small section that juts out slightly and is supposed to give you a bigger balcony. Cabin 12198 on deck 12 is a D1 Superior Ocean View… Read More
My First Transatlantic Cruise on the Oasis of the Seas After a few glorious days spent in Iceland and then another few days in London (both of which will be covered here on the site shortly), we headed to Southampton to board the Oasis of the Seas for my first transatlantic cruise. There are so… Read More
Who’s ready for a new cruise ship? We are, we are! But how big is the brand new Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas? Check out the infographic above to try and wrap your head around just how big this new ship is. She is a beauty! The Quantum of the Seas is currently in… Read More
I will try anything once, more if you can twist my arm. When the chance to sail on the Oasis of the Seas after coming out of her dry dock stay in Rotterdam first materialized, I was all for it. I love new ships, I love big ships, and I loved sailing on the Oasis… Read More
The time has come for me to leave and head out for my trip on Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas. While the cruise itself doesn’t begin until October 15, I’m leaving early to visit and enjoy a few of my favorite cities first: Reykjavik, Iceland and London. This afternoon I received not only an… Read More