baltodave Posted October 16, 2023 Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 Hi Everyone, We've been on Vision class, Radiance class, Voyager class, Freedom class and Oasis class ships but have never been on a Quantum class ship. We are taking our first Quantum class ship (Odyssey) next spring and want to know what the differences are (e.g. layout, etc) and what other things to expect. FWIW, we are "Diamond" C&A if that makes a difference. TIA! RCIfan1912 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted October 16, 2023 Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/category/category/odyssey-of-the-seas baltodave 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted October 16, 2023 Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 DEFINITELY make time to spend in 270!! even when nothing is slated to happen there, it was our favorite indoor area of the ship. giovanni’s (the new format) is also delicious!! baltodave, RCIfan1912, teddy and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colombia20102018 Posted October 16, 2023 Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 The Seaplex was my favourite part of Odyssey. From indoor pickleball to bumper cars is about as good as it gets. Mturk, michaelp1446, baltodave and 3 others 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyfsu21 Posted October 16, 2023 Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 Best music hall in the fleet by a mile! Cafe 270 is better than park cafe and the seaplex with playmakers is a game changer. teddy, foxrunner, PeloAl and 5 others 6 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCIfan1912 Posted October 16, 2023 Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 12 hours ago, asquared17 said: DEFINITELY make time to spend in 270!! even when nothing is slated to happen there, it was our favorite indoor area of the ship. giovanni’s (the new format) is also delicious!! I agree, 270 is one of the coolest spaces at sea of any ship in my opinion. We would have breakfast in there sometime on Anthem. Such a cool place even when nothing is going on. fireclan, asquared17 and Mturk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mturk Posted October 16, 2023 Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 We've been on Odyssey twice and absolutely love the ship. There's plenty to do on the ship and the highlights, as mentioned, are Music Hall and 270. foxrunner 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted October 16, 2023 Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 RCIfan1912, baltodave and TessFromFlorida 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxrunner Posted October 16, 2023 Report Share Posted October 16, 2023 The crew is OUTSTANDING! Playmakers is also quite nice. Our favorite ship to date. Enjoy! Xaa, Mturk and RCIfan1912 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LandstromCruise Posted October 17, 2023 Report Share Posted October 17, 2023 I've been on 3 Oasis Class Ships, Radiance, and Freedom, but in 40 days going on Odyssey. I can't wait and hoping to do a live blog so you can follow along and see what it's like. I will try and get as many pictures as possible and if you have any specific questions I will try and research for you. baltodave, AlphabetMafia, foxrunner and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda R Posted October 17, 2023 Report Share Posted October 17, 2023 On 10/15/2023 at 7:43 PM, asquared17 said: DEFINITELY make time to spend in 270!! even when nothing is slated to happen there, it was our favorite indoor area of the ship. giovanni’s (the new format) is also delicious!! Totally agree foxrunner and asquared17 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 8 hours ago, LandstromCruise said: can't wait and hoping to do a live blog so you can follow along and see what it's like. I will try and get as many pictures as possible and if you have any specific questions I will try and research for you. Looking forward to it! We sail Odyssey for the first time in about 10 weeks! LandstromCruise and asquared17 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LandstromCruise Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 1 hour ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Looking forward to it! We sail Odyssey for the first time in about 10 weeks! Unfortunately I’m not in a fancy suite so won’t be able to get you the goods on CK or anything suite related, but will do my best on anything else Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 58 minutes ago, LandstromCruise said: Unfortunately I’m not in a fancy suite so won’t be able to get you the goods on CK or anything suite related, but will do my best on anything else It’s all good! I am happy to see anything about Odyssey. I feel like Odyssey got lost in the shuffle of post pandemic startup, Wonder launch, then Icon. Not much is said about Odyssey, it’s like the “forgotten new ship”. LandstromCruise 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAYNO Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 Odyssey is marvelous. But, it does not have a conventional Promenade. If that's important, be aware. I also understand, some folks place less importance on the Promenade. As wonderful as the ship was, without a Promenade, we will not purposely book that ship again as a first choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 10 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: Not much is said about Odyssey, it’s like the “forgotten new ship”. I agree! https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2023/07/31/the-forgotten-new-royal-caribbean-cruise-ship-why-odyssey-of-the-seas-worth-your LandstromCruise and Lovetocruise2002 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 5 minutes ago, Matt said: I agree! https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2023/07/31/the-forgotten-new-royal-caribbean-cruise-ship-why-odyssey-of-the-seas-worth-your I actually just watched the video that you linked. I think I'm going to like Odyssey quite a bit. Remember how I always have said I don't like Anthem, yet I've sailed it 3 times lol...anyway, Odyssey still has some things that I don't like (for example the weird promenade), but the restaurant options are way better, and the pool deck just looks a whole lot better. You can tell from the North Star shots. Anthem is so blah (sorry for the poor word choice), and Odyssey has a bit more life. I'm pretty excited to try her out in a few months. I'll still always be #teamOAclass, but I have hopes for Odyssey. WAAAYTOOO and LandstromCruise 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 28 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I actually just watched the video that you linked. I think I'm going to like Odyssey quite a bit. Remember how I always have said I don't like Anthem, yet I've sailed it 3 times lol...anyway, Odyssey still has some things that I don't like (for example the weird promenade), but the restaurant options are way better, and the pool deck just looks a whole lot better. You can tell from the North Star shots. Anthem is so blah (sorry for the poor word choice), and Odyssey has a bit more life. I'm pretty excited to try her out in a few months. I'll still always be #teamOAclass, but I have hopes for Odyssey. When are you on OY ? We will be on her 3-16-24. This is the replacement cruise for our cancelled Rhapsody Panama Canal cruise. Bob_KY 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 Just now, WAAAYTOOO said: When are you on OY ? We will be on her 3-16-24. This is the replacement cruise for our cancelled Rhapsody Panama Canal cruise. For NYE 12/31/2023. One day we need to find a sailing together! WAAAYTOOO, asquared17 and Bob_KY 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LandstromCruise Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 28 minutes ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I actually just watched the video that you linked. I think I'm going to like Odyssey quite a bit. Remember how I always have said I don't like Anthem, yet I've sailed it 3 times lol...anyway, Odyssey still has some things that I don't like (for example the weird promenade), but the restaurant options are way better, and the pool deck just looks a whole lot better. You can tell from the North Star shots. Anthem is so blah (sorry for the poor word choice), and Odyssey has a bit more life. I'm pretty excited to try her out in a few months. I'll still always be #teamOAclass, but I have hopes for Odyssey. Me too. I’ve loved OAclass but wanted to try some of the different things on odyssey like the skydiving, northstar, and check out the seaplex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 Just now, LandstromCruise said: Me too. I’ve loved OAclass but wanted to try some of the different things on odyssey like the skydiving, northstar, and check out the seaplex. I will always love OA class. I don't even think Icon will sway me. However, Hubby and the kids love Quantum class for all the activities you mentioned above, plus the bumper cars. Given the choice, I am pretty sure the kids prefer Quantum class over Oasis class for the time being. After watching @Matt's video, I feel like OY is a good compromise for us between OA and QN class. I know I will still miss Central Park and the Aqua Theatre, but I am looking forward to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baltodave Posted October 18, 2023 Author Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 2 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said: When are you on OY ? We will be on her 3-16-24. This is the replacement cruise for our cancelled Rhapsody Panama Canal cruise. Same with us. We, also, were to be on the RCB Group Cruise on Rhapsody (Panama Canal) and switched to OY (3/16). Hope to see you there. One thing to be aware of, is the date we are to be at PDCC, there will be another ship there (Liberty OTS). WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 1 minute ago, baltodave said: there will be another ship there (Liberty OTS). Won't be a problem for me. I stay on the ship at PDCC. Hopefully it won't be too crowded for those getting off. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recogneyes Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 2 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I actually just watched the video that you linked. I think I'm going to like Odyssey quite a bit. Remember how I always have said I don't like Anthem, yet I've sailed it 3 times lol...anyway, Odyssey still has some things that I don't like (for example the weird promenade), but the restaurant options are way better, and the pool deck just looks a whole lot better. You can tell from the North Star shots. Anthem is so blah (sorry for the poor word choice), and Odyssey has a bit more life. I'm pretty excited to try her out in a few months. I'll still always be #teamOAclass, but I have hopes for Odyssey. I agree - after four Anthem sailings, Odyssey looks like a nicer ship overall. We are partial to Oasis class but looking forward to seeing you on Odyssey!! Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 3 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: I'm pretty excited to try her out in a few months. I'll still always be #teamOAclass, but I have hopes for Odyssey. Odyssey breaks the mold. I love so many of the changes they made to her compared to other Quantum Class ships. Lovetocruise2002 and LandstromCruise 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recogneyes Posted October 18, 2023 Report Share Posted October 18, 2023 2 hours ago, Matt said: Odyssey breaks the mold. I love so many of the changes they made to her compared to other Quantum Class ships. Your video has us even more excited to sail on her!! Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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