OCSC Mike Posted June 15, 2023 Report Share Posted June 15, 2023 16 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I am super out of the Utopia loop, work is nuts, June is such a crazy month for me always I can barely keep up with the news. Quick question, is Utopia likely doing the 3/4 night runs on Fridays/Mondays? Yes, out of PC, beginning July 15, 2024. This isn't official yet but widely expected. And it is expected to be released next Tuesday, June 20th. DanielMallorca85 and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattymay Posted June 15, 2023 Report Share Posted June 15, 2023 On 6/14/2023 at 2:48 PM, ScottishRobbie said: Let's just say there's a discrepancy in pricing depending on where you are in the world. Have attached screenshot of the same cruise from Royal's Australian booking engine. AUD converted to USD, an interior is $766.93, Outside View is $834.62, Balcony is $949.69 and the cheapest suite is 2425.33. Never book on the Australian site when a new ship is released. No idea why they do it but it's always way higher, wait a month and it will drop. Noticed the same for Odyssey, Wonder and Icon releases. WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilley Posted June 15, 2023 Report Share Posted June 15, 2023 On 5/31/2023 at 6:59 PM, Plumlee2028 said: Looks like Bionic Bar is now "Pesky Parrot" and Izumi is in Central Park. Giovannis moved to replace Wonderland. Otherwise pretty much like Wonder. Will the Mason Jar be on Utopia? I sure hope so. I was gonna sail WOTS, but if this is like Wonder, then I will just wait and sail on Utopia. Also is there any chance Wonder will sail out of New Jersey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted June 15, 2023 Report Share Posted June 15, 2023 18 minutes ago, Gilley said: Will the Mason Jar be on Utopia? Yes. Leaked deck plans... And our brunch at Mason Jar aboard Wonder last week was amazing! WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilley Posted June 15, 2023 Report Share Posted June 15, 2023 31 minutes ago, OCSC Mike said: Yes. Leaked deck plans... And our brunch at Mason Jar aboard Wonder last week was amazing! Thanks. I have been hearing nothing but good things about the Mason Jar. Is this considered a speciality restaurant? Will I need reservations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted June 15, 2023 Report Share Posted June 15, 2023 22 minutes ago, Gilley said: Thanks. I have been hearing nothing but good things about the Mason Jar. Is this considered a speciality restaurant? Will I need reservations. Yes, you can find all the info in the app. $21.99 or so for brunch, $39.99 or so for dinner. Pics in my review from last week... Sweety 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 I gotta admit I am not excited for Utopia. Just me......but 3/4 nights on a big ship out of PC is a waste. I only travel to PC if I am doing a B2B or S2S and the prices for Utopia aren't worth it imho. Maybe in 2026 I will sail her. I got Wonder on the books and will possibly do Icon in 2024/2025 but no Utopia excitement for me. sammy79, CruiseGus, Montemy2419 and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 1 hour ago, Ampurp85 said: gotta admit I am not excited for Utopia. Just me......but 3/4 nights on a big ship out of PC is a waste i am in a similar boat. (no pun intended) i love the newness of a ship, and i am certain she will be beautiful and shiny but port canaveral is not cheap for us to navigate to, and knocking it down to a 4-night cruise is not cost effective for us unless if doing a B2B. also the logistical planner in me HATES moving once i’m settled, so i’d prefer being on an older ship for a longer itinerary. but that’s ME, and my circumstances. there is obviously a market for this weekend cruiser and while i am shocked they are devoting the newest ship in the fleet (barring icon, obvs) for a shorter itinerary, there must be so many that will be able to benefit and take advantage i know there are many here on the boards that prefer PC as their port of choice and will be able to really have the full experience, which is wonderful. and of course, PDCC is always a dream. Ampurp85 and WAAAYTOOO 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 50 minutes ago, asquared17 said: i know there are many here on the boards that prefer PC as their port of choice 53 minutes ago, asquared17 said: i am shocked they are devoting the newest ship in the fleet (barring icon, obvs) for a shorter itinerary, It’s mine for obvious reasons but it’s also the #1 cruise port in the country. Between that & maximizing profit, it’s really not that shocking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 So I really haven't been able to find a lot on this ship in general... is it basically a mirror of Wonder? What changes did they make? STILL NO Portside BBQ?? I guess they've been holding back on this one since its just another Oasis ship, but I can't find much at all about it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 Also... between the adult area on PDCC and the new beach club in Nassau, and a brand new ship to take to these locations, I can see these being very popular cruises. I have to fly down to Florida for cruises, so anything less than a week isn't worth it...but if I lived near Orlando- I could absolutely see me booking this run like twice a year easily. Vancity Cruiser 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 2 hours ago, ScottD said: So I really haven't been able to find a lot on this ship in general... is it basically a mirror of Wonder? What changes did they make? STILL NO Portside BBQ?? I guess they've been holding back on this one since its just another Oasis ship, but I can't find much at all about it Scroll up a few posts for leaked deck plans. Yes, it's very similar to Wonder with a few changes... Bionic Bar is now something called "Pesky Parrot", Giovanni's is now where Wonderland was, Izumi is where Giovanni's was in Central Park, the new immersive dining experience (Matt did an article on it) is where Izumi was, and there's a "Poolside Food Truck" (hopefully without a working engine). 2 hours ago, ScottD said: Also... between the adult area on PDCC and the new beach club in Nassau, and a brand new ship to take to these locations, I can see these being very popular cruises. I have to fly down to Florida for cruises, so anything less than a week isn't worth it...but if I lived near Orlando- I could absolutely see me booking this run like twice a year easily. You can do a 3/4 B2B. PPPJJ-GCVAB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 19 minutes ago, OCSC Mike said: Scroll up a few posts for leaked deck plans. Yes, it's very similar to Wonder with a few changes... Bionic Bar is now something called "Pesky Parrot", Giovanni's is now where Wonderland was, Izumi is where Giovanni's was in Central Park, the new immersive dining experience (Matt did an article on it) is where Izumi was, and there's a "Poolside Food Truck" (hopefully without a working engine). You can do a 3/4 B2B. I like the way you think! OCSC Mike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 3 minutes ago, ScottD said: I like the way you think! We did one in July on Indy just to chill and go to CocoCay twice and had a good time. It would be a ton better on an Oasis class ship. On the newest Oasis class? We're hoping to go on the 1st 2 sailings as a B2B as long as the prices aren't crazy inflated. ScottD and Sweety 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jticarruthers Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 10 hours ago, asquared17 said: i am in a similar boat. (no pun intended) i love the newness of a ship, and i am certain she will be beautiful and shiny but port canaveral is not cheap for us to navigate to, and knocking it down to a 4-night cruise is not cost effective for us unless if doing a B2B. also the logistical planner in me HATES moving once i’m settled, so i’d prefer being on an older ship for a longer itinerary. but that’s ME, and my circumstances. there is obviously a market for this weekend cruiser and while i am shocked they are devoting the newest ship in the fleet (barring icon, obvs) for a shorter itinerary, there must be so many that will be able to benefit and take advantage i know there are many here on the boards that prefer PC as their port of choice and will be able to really have the full experience, which is wonderful. and of course, PDCC is always a dream. Opposite for us, Canaveral is easy to get to and vacation time is the limiting factor so lots of weekend cruises that take minimal time off is fantastic. Add in bigger ships with so much to do that we can stretch the experience over multiple trips and Utopia is looking awesome. We have weekends on Allure, Oasis and Symphony already next year .. probably adding 1-2 Utopias depending on the price point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rackham Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 Royal's potentially aiming to capture part of a family's week-long Orlando vacation with the short sailings. 3-4 nights in Orlando then 3-4 nights with Royal versus a 7 night Orlando stay. It's a play to capture the market who's not looking for a full cruise vacation, but who's curious and would do a short sailing. Porting the latest Oasis class there is a smart move if Royal is expecting this will be the first encounter with their brand for many. Give them a taste of the latest, and get them to come back on another ship for their full vacation. Sweety, DDaley and DanielMallorca85 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielMallorca85 Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 https://www.instagram.com/stories/readyforcruise/3125931202966637536/ Just a sneak peak! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 I’m circling October 7th for us. 2 hours to PC makes this very doable. May even spring for a sky class junior suite and get our next block on utopia, even though the new ones are ugly. OCSC Mike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPPJJ-GCVAB Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 22 minutes ago, DanielMallorca85 said: https://www.instagram.com/stories/readyforcruise/3125931202966637536/ Just a sneak peak! Sadly(well not really) I do not partake in social media sites so I cannot see what you posted. I am anxiously waiting for next Tuesday to arrive to book Utopia immediately! WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D Alt Posted June 16, 2023 Report Share Posted June 16, 2023 I'm going to go live on TT during this if I can. Tuesday at Noon. OCSC Mike and PPPJJ-GCVAB 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted June 17, 2023 Report Share Posted June 17, 2023 7 hours ago, Jill said: I’m circling October 7th for us. 2 hours to PC makes this very doable. May even spring for a sky class junior suite and get our next block on utopia, even though the new ones are ugly. Will there be a Sky Junior on Utopia? I thought that was only Icon class. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted June 17, 2023 Report Share Posted June 17, 2023 Just now, Lovetocruise2002 said: Will there be a Sky Junior on Utopia? I thought that was only Icon class. Already booked. 8 cabins on deck 6 hump, some of which are 5+ Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted June 17, 2023 Report Share Posted June 17, 2023 1 hour ago, twangster said: Already booked. 8 cabins on deck 6 hump, some of which are 5+ Thanks! See what I mean, so out of loop with this new release. I need summer vacation to start asap! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweety Posted June 18, 2023 Report Share Posted June 18, 2023 This is a teacher’s dream. A new ship in the Summer. Night school here I come. My travel agent is ready to book. OCSC Mike and WAAAYTOOO 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted June 18, 2023 Report Share Posted June 18, 2023 33 minutes ago, Sweety said: This is a teacher’s dream. A new ship in the Summer. Night school here I come. My travel agent is ready to book. Funny, my wife is a teacher so we sail around the school schedule of course. My schedule is more flexible. I have an order in with my TA as well. Going on an inaugural sounded fun and unique to me. My wife's response? It's fine, I'm just happy to take another cruise. PPPJJ-GCVAB and Sweety 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweety Posted June 18, 2023 Report Share Posted June 18, 2023 1 hour ago, OCSC Mike said: Funny, my wife is a teacher so we sail around the school schedule of course. My schedule is more flexible. I have an order in with my TA as well. Going on an inaugural sounded fun and unique to me. My wife's response? It's fine, I'm just happy to take another cruise. I am on Freedom. B2B. Next cruise isn’t talking. I will be there on the 20th. OCSC Mike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill Posted June 19, 2023 Report Share Posted June 19, 2023 Any idea which JS’s will be sky class? I’m taking a guess they would be the ones on the true hump? Balconies look a little bigger? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted June 19, 2023 Report Share Posted June 19, 2023 12 minutes ago, Jill said: Any idea which JS’s will be sky class? I’m taking a guess they would be the ones on the true hump? Balconies look a little bigger? I think @twangster said in an earlier post it was the 8 on Deck 6. Jill 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill Posted June 19, 2023 Report Share Posted June 19, 2023 25 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I think @twangster said in an earlier post it was the 8 on Deck 6. Ok that makes sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPPJJ-GCVAB Posted June 20, 2023 Report Share Posted June 20, 2023 Any news on when the sales for this ship will open up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruzOnBye Posted June 20, 2023 Report Share Posted June 20, 2023 I watched the website countdown like a hawk, but it looks like only an overview of the ship was released. I thought bookings would be released but I don't see them available yet PPPJJ-GCVAB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. K Posted June 20, 2023 Report Share Posted June 20, 2023 I too was thinking the itinerary would be released but it wasn't. Rumor has it that it'll drop Monday or Tuesday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted June 20, 2023 Report Share Posted June 20, 2023 Utopia opens for bookings on Royal Caribbean’s website as soon as Friday, June 23. Crown & Anchor Society loyalty members can book on Thursday, June 22. https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2023/06/20/royal-caribbean-announces-utopia-of-the-seas-will-start-short-cruises-july-2024 CruzOnBye, OCSC Mike and PPPJJ-GCVAB 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruzOnBye Posted June 20, 2023 Report Share Posted June 20, 2023 2 minutes ago, smokeybandit said: Utopia opens for bookings on Royal Caribbean’s website as soon as Friday, June 23. Crown & Anchor Society loyalty members can book on Thursday, June 22. https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2023/06/20/royal-caribbean-announces-utopia-of-the-seas-will-start-short-cruises-july-2024 How I imagine the entire RCCL staff is right now PPPJJ-GCVAB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. K Posted June 20, 2023 Report Share Posted June 20, 2023 On 6/15/2023 at 5:33 PM, OCSC Mike said: Yes, out of PC, beginning July 15, 2024. This isn't official yet but widely expected. And it is expected to be released next Tuesday, June 20th. I doubt a new megaship will do short runs. If anything, the older Oasis Class ships will handle that. For example, starting in summer of 2025, The Oasis OTS will reposition to Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale (currently sails from Miami part of the year). I believe that will handle the short runs to the Bahamas. Just my opinion, I could be wrong, but we will all know next week. Exciting times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted June 20, 2023 Report Share Posted June 20, 2023 I just look forward to how high the prices are for the booze cruise market. dr martini and PPPJJ-GCVAB 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted June 20, 2023 Report Share Posted June 20, 2023 6 minutes ago, Mr. K said: I doubt a new megaship will do short runs. It was already officially announced by RC... and well known for months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCSC Mike Posted June 20, 2023 Report Share Posted June 20, 2023 3 minutes ago, smokeybandit said: I just look forward to how high the prices are for the booze cruise market. That's the $24,000 question. That said, I really didn't find my short cruises last July all that different from a 7-night in terms of partying and I've chatted with others who agree. There were lots of kids and a fairly diverse demographic like all my summer cruises. Could be a summer thing or vary by port or just difference in perception. My 4-nighter in October wasn't all that different either. Could also be because we don't party or stay up crazy late. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMaxRebo Posted June 20, 2023 Report Share Posted June 20, 2023 Feels a lot like following the Disney Cruise Line model of the new ship doing the 3 or 4 night cruises with a stop at the private island Good way for families to try out cruising with all the bells and whistles and can also add it on to a week long trip to Florida (so do 3-4 days at the theme parks and then 3-4 days cruising) JoeC and PPPJJ-GCVAB 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeC Posted June 20, 2023 Report Share Posted June 20, 2023 Yeah, honestly I see a bunch of people being skeptical of the concept, but I do think that there's money to be made in trying to outflank the priciness of DCL in the PC market here. A family could come to Orlando for a few days, do Universal and/or Disney and then do a 3/4 night cruise. Best of both worlds. Those who are just about the ship can do a B2B. TheMaxRebo and PPPJJ-GCVAB 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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