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Oasis of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

Cruises: 4-6 cruises
Review: 1
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Overall rating:

4 out of 5
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Oasis of the Seas

7 Night Western Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Sail date: March 12, 2017

Ship: Oasis of the Seas

Cabin type: Oceanview

Cabin number: 3610

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 7 years ago

Review summary

Amazing top notch entertInment beyond what yoU would expect on a cruise...

Cats was as good as Broadway production, Diving and synchronized swimming was breathtaking, Frozen in time ice show over the top, as was all the special effects and acrobatics staged in the up up and away show.  Although meals may not be refined with drizzles and gourmet touches, the food  is always fresh, and plentiful. For active kids and Tweens, there is never a dull moment from skating and swimming to rock climbing, surfing, mini golfing, and zip lining. The ship is enormous and is brimming with things to do and corners to explore. Don't expect to see violin quartets though..the atmosphere is more vibrating in nature.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5

Entertainment

5 out of 5
Outstanding

Children's Programs

5 out of 5
Great teen program

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Don't overpack especially if 3 in room...not much storage space in this room layout with the king bed and bunk bed. Liked having the window for natural light. Bed was very comfortable.

Ship tip

While we enjoyed our 530 sitting, Open dining does give you more options when planning excursions if you prefer a sit down meal in the dining room over a buffet. It is also fun dressing up for formal sittings and adds a nice ambiance when everyone gets into it.

Ports of call

Port Canaveral, Florida

3 out of 5
Prebook taxi. Make sure you read confirmation number and name to cab driver before embarking so you don't end up in wrong cab going to wrong destination which is what almost happened to us

Labadee (Cruise Line Private Island)

3 out of 5
Snorkeling highlight pushy vendors turn off.

Falmouth, Jamaica

5 out of 5
Ya man, great people...Blue Hole and river rafting were highlights

Cozumel, Mexico

5 out of 5
GoH20 company for snorkeling 4 Reefs top notch ...highly recommend
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5 Comments

Egegegegehegege    7 years ago

@mattward Thanks for your note. I did not know they had quartets in the evening in Central Park. Good to know.   Central Park Place was my favourite hang out place for the greenery and peaceful atmosphere. We often hung out there for breakfast or lunch at  the Park Cafe- a great dining alternative for sweet and savoury meals.     

Egegegegehegege    7 years ago

@TRex56 Cats is worth it for the incredible high calibre of the dancing, singing, costumes, sets, performance and special effects. Many of the actors have preformed in CATS productions and are from all over the world. The second time I saw it on the ship (second last day afternoon performance), I got more out of it as I sat up close (  4 from front on centre aisle (right) and got to take in all the nuances of the cat like behaviours and expressions.   The cats also interacted with me so it added another element of engagement.  There's a 10-15 intermission midway through where you can get a photo taking with Deutoronomy on stage.  The plot is the selection of the cat who will be granted 9 more lives...so it's like an audition of each cat....railway cat, showgirl cat, magician cat, prankster cat and so forth.    My son (14) liked it...found second half best...more action, varied scenes and special effects. I personally think it's worth seeing but then again it depends what kind of shows you like. Hope that helps. :) 

mattward    7 years ago

Most evenings there was a violinist playing in Central Park for several hours. I am a 'rock n roll' fan myself but it was very relaxing to listen to.

TRex56    7 years ago

Thinking about skipping cats due to length. What would you say are reasons why we should see it?

picalo    7 years ago

are you just an early riser or are you sleepless from your cruise?

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