Matt

http://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2016/04/08/ovation-of-the-seas-joins-royal-caribbeans-fleet-following-delivery-ceremony

Thanks for the update!

I think the key with any cruise ship is to research it ahead of time and understand what it offers (and does not offer) so that your expectations are in line. I think the biggest mistake new cruisers make is not look at the major differences between various Royal Caribbean ships. There are 24 ships in the fleet, and they each offer something different. By learning about the features of each ship, I firmly believe it helps avoid issues later on.

That is an enhancement I would love for them to do. Also, if you click their banner ad on the site, you can actually price out any cruise with a quote because it tracks the sale back to our sponsor.

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That site is essentially spam. It's a bunch of third party links hoping you will click them. I can't even fathom what kind of service you'd get, nevermind actually giving them your credit card information. And I realize MEI is a sponsor, so I am far from unbiased, but I'd recommend booking with any other legitimate travel agent over them.

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Agreed. Since we have a forum, makes sense to create a new thread for each person's planned Periscope

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I do not know what you mean by "script the cruise"

Navigator is a great ship and I have two cruises booked on her: an 8-night eastern Caribbean later this month and a 9-night southern Caribbean in Feb 2017. She's a great choice

If you are interested, would love to have you all join our group too!

No, the Windjammer has no dress code at all. Feel free to wear shorts, tank tops and hats while dining there.

I would say the biggest "issue" with going with MTD at that time may be lining up entertainment. Most show times revolve around traditional first and second dining times, so a 7:30 time could result in missing shows or eating very quickly to get out in time. Of course, if you do not care about the shows, then it's a moot issue.

You will be able to participate in the majority of events, but those that book into the group will have access to some exclusive events, as well as perks just for them. If you booked directly with RC, you should be able to have that reservation rolled into our group, if you wish. Looking forward to meeting you onboard, one way or another!

The Main Dining Room on Oasis of the Seas is comprised of three decks. All three decks make up the MDR and are very much a part of it, the difference is MTD guests dine on one deck while traditional dining guests on the other deck. Rest assured, whether you are MTD or Traditional, you are in the main dining room. One last note, on Oasis of the Seas, the three dining rooms were recently rethemed in preparation for a change that never occurred. Royal Caribbean had planned to roll out Dynamic Dining to Oasis of the Seas, but changed their minds. Nonetheless, the only difference is each deck of the MDR has its own name and somewhat different theme, but it is assuredly the main dining room.

You are right, she has seemingly gone unnoticed with her last sailing. I never got a chance to sail on her, unfortunately.

There is no plan beyond new ships to roll them out fleet wide. From what I have heard in conversations with folks in RC, is that the priority is getting it ready on new ships but WOWbands do not seem to be a fleet wide priority. Yes and yes

I've heard the same rumors, but waiting for something more credible before reaching out to RC. I would be surprised to see this actually happen.

Sorry to hear about your experience. This is a fan blog, so please don't expect a reply here from virtue of this post. Reading your post, it sounded like you were disappointed your original sailing(s) on Empress were cancelled, which I can certainly understand. No one wants that to happen to them, but on the other hand, I also wouldn't have wanted RC to go ahead and put out a half-finished ship.

Thanks for the update!

Yes, precisely. You can deposit cash at any time and if you do it right, walk off without owing a dime.

Connecting door rooms usually have a lock on either side to prevent one side from accessing the other. I'd be fine in that room, but that's just me.

Thank you for sharing the photos, PRC!