twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 Rather doing yet another trip blog since there have been a couple of really good ones already, I'm just going to do a photo dump in this thread to showcase the newly amplified Oasis of the Seas. I've got a couple of weeks of photo ops to gather my collection of pictures so over the next little while I'll update this post with different areas around the ship. I may bounce around a little but that's just the drink package effect. Without further delay, here is the new Oasis of the Seas fresh off a $165M makeover. 16 ellcee, Guy Gadwa, SweetPea and 13 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 Let's start with boarding. The Crown of Miami or Terminal A is itself worthy of some pictures. I've been fortunate to experience the suite lounge in the Crown of Miami. Free wifi: Some food and beverages are available. The egg sandwich was just about perfect since I had skipped the hotel's $26 buffet breakfast. The biggest "problem" is that the ship begins to board so quickly that you don't tend to have a lot of time to experience the new terminal. 8 Guy Gadwa, Lovetocruise2002, monctonguy and 5 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 Boarding leads you into the beautiful and spacious promenade. They had preloaded the promenade for the midnight balloon drop. During this cruise they started decorating the promenade for Christmas. Oasis was upgraded to RFID SeaPass cards but they have a special punch at guest services for those that want to use a lanyard. Muster stations: 9 Skigoofy, Guy Gadwa, USCG Teacher and 6 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 Spotlight Karaoke is a new change replacing the On Air Club. 10 3 Jax, Deedeelynn, SpeedNoodles and 10 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 They've added a library to Central Park: 15 1 Jax, SpeedNoodles, JohnK6404 and 13 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 A new card room replaces the Diamond Lounge that was moved down to deck 4. The upstairs section also has a desk for the loyalty ambassador. 10 USCG Teacher, Ogilthorpe, JLMoran and 7 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 One thing to get out of the way. The general decor of Oasis was not updated in all places. Hallways, elevator lobbies, many cabins were not changed to use the newer decor that Harmony and Symphony have. I can understand why. The decor goes beyond carpet. Floor tile, wall panels, the color of doors, the wood panels and marble elements would all need to be changed to adopt and match the Harmony and Symphony decor. That would be a massive change that would take a lot of effort and expense. My cabin was not updated. However that's okay with me. There's nothing wrong with my cabin and replacing the cabinets, wall panels, carpet and curtains would be a huge undertaking for what purpose? My cabin is fine. 13 1 Pookie, USCG Teacher, Big Tule and 11 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanielB 230 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 Great pics! Thanks for sharing and keeping her in one piece for my January cruise 😉 1 twangster reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 Time to show off the Solarium. They've done a really nice job and I love the huge forward outdoor public deck. 12 1 Guy Gadwa, JLMoran, Boston Babe and 10 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 The water features around the Solarium Bistro remain. 13 Deedeelynn, USCG Teacher, Guy Gadwa and 10 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 Upstairs looks pretty good as well. 12 Pookie, MaryS, JLMoran and 9 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 The outdoor forward solarium deck is a first in the fleet. You won't find this on any other ship, yet. This area is closed until 9':30am. It's right above the new cabins on deck 14. I think they are trying to let people sleep in to avoid the chair scraping noises as guests inevitably rearrange loungers to suit their needs. 15 Skigoofy, Big Tule, JLMoran and 12 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 The solarium pool is always a popular topic and Oasis has retained her solarium pool. 12 DanielB, SpeedNoodles, Guy Gadwa and 9 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 Here's some solarium pictures while we were at Labadee. 14 1 rjac, SpeedNoodles, Deedeelynn and 12 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 The suite sun deck has been refreshed. Unfortunately the port side including bar is now a smoking area. A local Haitian butterfly stopped by. 16 2 1 MaryS, Skigoofy, Rose City Cruiser and 16 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sweety 1,348 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 Beautiful. 1 twangster reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twangster 20,883 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 Oasis received the Ultimate Abyss. Here are a few pictures taken at various times. 17 1 JohnK6404, Lovetocruise2002, Jaymac Radio and 15 others reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lovetocruise2002 8,653 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 Love all the pics!! Thanks for posting @twangster! While not a fan of the outdated decor in some places, I cannot wait for the 99 days to pass! 2 1 WAAAYTOOO, emsff02 and Jax reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
emsff02 1,203 Report post Posted December 7, 2019 I agree, these are great pictures. Thank you for taking the time to do this. I can’t wait for my 442 days to pass. Unfortunately, I’m sure the “new ship smell” will have worn off by then. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe01 486 Report post Posted December 8, 2019 43 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Love all the pics!! Thanks for posting @twangster! While not a fan of the outdated decor in some places, I cannot wait for the 99 days to pass! Got to disagree with you there, I'm thrilled that they've kept the original decor. Nicer, brighter colours. HM & SY feel a bit too dark for me with their decors. 1 Big Tule reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fairlynew 285 Report post Posted December 8, 2019 Thank you for the pictures! I cannot wait until early March! On Harmony, I spent a lot of time on the suites sun deck, but since the bar there is now a smoking area (what WERE they thinking-or smoking😀to make that area smoking), I will probably spent more time in the solarium. It is beautiful. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jaymac Radio 1,001 Report post Posted December 8, 2019 Great Photos @twangster Can You Please Take Some Photos Of The New Extended Flowriders. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lovetocruise2002 8,653 Report post Posted December 8, 2019 13 minutes ago, Joe01 said: Got to disagree with you there, I'm thrilled that they've kept the original decor. Nicer, brighter colours. HM & SY feel a bit too dark for me with their decors. Decor always comes down to personal preference 😉 2 Joe01 and Jax reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KWofPerth 200 Report post Posted December 8, 2019 I am always grateful to learn new words, so thanks Twangster. Agglomeration. 4 Guy Gadwa, KristiZ, twangster and 1 other reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KWofPerth 200 Report post Posted December 8, 2019 PS. Nice photos, too! 1 twangster reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
