A great big ship. Lots of guests, lots of kids. Memorable cruise.

Oasis of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Eastern

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Review: 1
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Overall rating:

4 out of 5
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Oasis of the Seas

7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Sail date: March 10, 2019

Ship: Oasis of the Seas

Cabin number: 12612

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 5 years ago

Review summary

We have enjoyed many cruises. Royal Caribbean at the top. This was a very large ship, largest we have crushed on. Probably go with a smaller vessel in the future. Food was great, not exceptional. Alcohol drinks too expensive, plus 18% gratuity every drink questionable.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
Great embankment.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5
Requested early seating, didn’t receive, had to go with open, called to schedule early, every time earliest wa 8 pm. Dining staff did as good as possible, but we confused at times where to seat us. Really don’t understand concept of specialty restaurants, didn’t use, if we paying for a luxurious cruise as we have for over 40 years, you’re kinda telling me the food you’ll be eating in the main dining room is good, pay more and it will be a lot better. Buffets okay, nothing great.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5
Main swimming pools, solarium area, zip line, fitness center. Nice activities.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
Lots of Great entertainment, musicians, comedy

Children's Programs

Didn’t take any kiddos

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
All waiters, waitresses ship personnel great. Our cabin steward exceptional, Ewan. He received an extra gratuity.

Ship Quality

1 out of 5
Exceptional on cleanliness. This is a great big ship.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Relaxing, comfortable, clean room.

Ship tip

Really book the dinner time you want to eat. If you don’t like the table guests, request another table. We like dining at the same time, the waiter, bus boy know your dining needs, and want to accommodate you.

Ports of call

Nassau, Bahamas

4 out of 5
Walked the city streets, shopped.

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

3 out of 5
Took taxi to town, found shops to be pressing for business and annoying

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

5 out of 5
Scenic port. Did bus tour. Dropped off at shops that all had same items, would like to be left to shop more in town, do restaurants.

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
Very nice. Organized and friendly.
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3 Comments

wgammon1    4 years ago

Glad you had a good cruise. Thanks for the great review.

capeman    5 years ago

Sounds like you have never sailed on a mega ship before, 40 years of cruising, on what? Some of the older folks don't like the size and the amount of walking involved with these larger vessels. I did enjoy this ship and also the sisters in class. As for the dinning all you have to do is show up to the open seating early and it's no problem getting a table. I did this with a party of 4 and there was NO problem. As far as entertainment, that is pretty easy on a ship this size, as there is always something going on. Good class of ship to be on, so cruise without fear. JUST REMEMBER: it's all down hill from here, they only get smaller, so it depends on your cruising preference, enjoy your next cruise folks.

CuriouzTravels    5 years ago

I absolutely love Oasis class ships!

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