Royal Caribbean Evolves Culinary Experiences with Al-Fresco Seating, Gourmet Venues and My Time Dining

MIAMI, /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Launching in December 2009, Oasis of the Seas will set the stage for Royal Caribbean’s culinary innovations. The world’s most revolutionary cruise ship will offer guests more variety and flexibility than ever before, thanks to 24 distinct dining experiences, ranging from an exclusive signature restaurant, to neighborhood-specific themed venues and new twists on the global brand’s traditions.

“Oasis of the Seas showcases the evolution of Royal Caribbean dining,” said Adam Goldstein, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean International. “Both the new concepts and the established Royal Caribbean offerings found throughout the neighborhoods are designed to meet contemporary dining standards, cater to individual preferences and schedules and foster epicurean curiosity. With so many options, guests could choose a new place to dine for every meal.”

Fleetwide, Royal Caribbean strives to deliver the best dining experience possible by continuously developing innovative programs and upholding the highest culinary standards. As guests expectations continue to rise, the global cruise line introduces new elements of variety and flexibility, such as My Time Dining and My Family Time Dining. In addition, Royal Caribbean trains and certifies all culinary chefs through the American Culinary Federation’s accredited education program and implements U.S. training standards of safe alcohol service.

From breakfast to late night snacks, guest’s onboard Oasis of the Seas can find an extensive variety of food and beverage offerings, available at no extra charge, that will satisfy any craving, providing more options for breakfast, lunch and dinner than Royal Caribbean guests have ever had before. For additional convenience, dinner reservations can be made in advance through new features on www.royalcaribbean.com starting July 7, 2009. Let the culinary festival begin with the following highlights of the food and beverage offerings onboard Oasis of the Seas:

  Central Park

  --  150 Central Park - The most exclusive dining venue on Oasis of the
      Seas, 150 Central Park will provide an intimate dining experience that
      will combine leading-edge cuisine with modern design, creating a
      trendy upscale ambiance.  Signature features will include a tasting
      menu with customized wine pairings. Open for dinner; $35 cover charge.
  --  Giovanni's Table - This Tuscan countryside influenced trattoria will
      be a more-accessible, casual Italian restaurant featuring both indoor
      and al fresco seating. Giovanni's Table will offer rustic dishes with
      a contemporary flair, including toasted herbal breads, pizzas, salads,
      pastas, Italian sandwiches, braised meat dishes and stews, all served
      family-style.  Open for lunch and dinner; $10 lunch and $15 dinner
      cover charge.
  --  Park Cafe - A casual dining choice providing a high level of variety
      and flexibility, Park Cafe will be an indoor/outdoor gourmet market
      with walk-up counters.  From freshly prepared salads and made-to-order
      sandwiches, to paninis, crepes and hearty soups, guests will order
      directly from the chefs behind food stations.  European pastries,
      sublime chocolates and decadent fudge will round out the offerings.
      Open for breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner and late night treats.
  --  Vintages - Always a popular hot spot for Royal Caribbean guests on
      Voyager- and Freedom-class ships, the Vintages wine bar will evolve
      into a larger space on Oasis of the Seas.  Great for a pre-dinner
      rendezvous, Vintages will provide a selection of cheeses and a broad
      tapas menu to accompany a robust selection of fine wines, from a
      tropical white Riesling to a mocha-inflected Merlot.  Open for lunch
      and dinner; a la carte pricing.

  --  Chops Grille - Continuing the tradition, Royal Caribbean's popular
      signature steakhouse will offer premium cut, quality meats.  Guests
      can choose to enjoy the upscale, contemporary setting indoors with
      views of Central Park or al fresco.  Open for dinner; $25 cover
      charge.

  Boardwalk

  --  Seafood Shack - The indoor/outdoor casual family restaurant will bring
      the surf style of beach side amusement parks to the Boardwalk, serving
      a variety of seafood, as well an extensive beverage menu of
      non-alcoholic cocktails and over-sized desserts.  Open for lunch and
      dinner; $7.95 lunch and $9.95 dinner cover charge.
  --  Boardwalk Bar - The main bar in the Boardwalk will offer on-the-go
      snacks and a variety of pre-packaged sandwiches, fruit and salads.
      Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  --  Donut Shop - Guests can stop into the classically styled shop for a
      casual snack any time of day.  Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  --  Ice Cream Parlor - The 1950's styled ice cream venue will display
      classic sundaes and a variety of ice cream flavors and toppings to
      choose from and then mixed-to-order on a frozen slab.  Open throughout
      the day; a la carte pricing.

  --  Johnny Rockets - Extending the signature "eat-ertainment" hours, a
      diner breakfast menu will be introduced.  Open for breakfast, lunch
      and dinner; $3.95 breakfast and $4.95 lunch and dinner cover charge.

  The Royal Promenade

  --  Mondo Cafe - This new addition to the Royal Promenade will feature
      coffee, sandwiches and pastries native to countries such as Italy,
      Spain and Cuba.  Steps from Boleros and open around the clock, it is
      sure to be popular after an evening on the dance floor.  Open for
      breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner and late night treats.
  --  Sorrento's Pizzeria - The New York style pizzeria will feature a more
      extensive menu with made-to-order pizza pies and slices, in addition
      to the ready-made selections introduced with the Freedom-class ships.
      Open for lunch, dinner and late night snacks.

  --  Cafe Promenade - Located on the opposite end of the Royal Promenade
      from the Mondo Cafe, the popular cafe will continue serving Seattle's
      Best Coffee, fruit shakes, pastries and sandwiches throughout the day
      and night.  Open 24 hours; a la carte pricing.

  The Pool and Sports Zone

  --  Solarium Bistro - Located in the Solarium the contemporary bistro will
      offer health-conscious dining for breakfast and lunch in a casual
      setting.  In the evenings, Solarium Bistro will transform into a
      romantic and intimate dining setting for specialty healthy-fare dinner
      and dancing under the stars.  Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner;
      dinner has a $20 cover charge.

  --  The Wipe Out Cafe - The casual self-service buffet will offer a
      variety of options from pizza, hamburgers, sandwiches and fresh salads
      to quick snacks and desserts, for young cruisers on-the-go.  Open for
      breakfast, lunch and dinner.

  Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center

  --  The Vitality Cafe - Located at the entrance of the Vitality at Sea Spa
      and Fitness Center, the Vitality Cafe will feature healthy snacks,
      sandwiches, wraps and fruit, in addition to refreshing juices and
      smoothies from the Vitality spa menu for the calorie conscious guest.
      Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

  New Twists on Fleet Fixtures

  --  Opus Dining Room - The three-level main dining room will revive the
      grandeur of the 1920s and feature French art deco design.  Catering to
      guests' varying preferences, the newly introduced My Time Dining and
      My Family Time Dining, as well as the traditional main and late
      seating options will be offered.  My Time Dining provides guests with
      the option to enjoy the dining room ambiance with Royal Caribbean's
      renowned Gold Anchor Service whenever they wish during dining hours.
      Guests choosing My Time Dining will not have a pre-assigned table, but
      will be seated in the ships main dining room and will order from the
      same traditional dinner menu. My Time Dining guests can make daily
      reservations for specific seating times or choose to walk in.  My
      Family Time Dining accommodates parents and children by offering an
      expedited 40-minute dining service for young cruisers, ages 3-11.
      Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  --  Windjammer Marketplace - Offering the utmost flexibility for
      breakfast, lunch and dinner, this next generation of the brand staple
      will feature multiple islands, each serving a variety casual buffet
      fare.
  --  Izumi - The new Asian cuisine restaurant will feature a sushi bar and
      hot rock cooking, as well as other Asian fare in a more formal
      setting. Open for lunch and dinner; a la carte pricing.

  --  In-Stateroom Service - Guests wanting to enjoy a meal in the comfort
      of their staterooms will be able to choose from the complimentary
      breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, as well as the recently introduced
      Dine in Delights menu, which offers name-brand culinary options
      ranging from the Original Johnny Rockets hamburger to Ghirardelli
      Chocolate Cookies.  Open 24 hours; a la carte pricing for Dine In
      Delights and $3.95 service charge for in-room deliveries between 12:00
      a.m. and 5:00 a.m.

Royal Caribbean International is a global cruise brand with 20 ships currently in service and two under construction. The line also offers unique cruisetour vacations in Alaska and Canada, Asia, Australia and New Zealand and Europe. For additional information or to make reservations, call 800-942-3301.

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