Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas will offer 10,000 sq. ft. or shopping.
Following is an overview of the new shopping options guests can take advantage of while onboard Oasis of the Seas:
Central Park
•Coach – Located in the Central Park neighborhood, Coach is one of the most exciting additions to the retail lineup on Oasis of the Seas. Coach will debut its largest location at sea with an assortment of chic handbags and accessories, allowing shoppers to appreciate the variety, detail and quality of the Coach offering while getting an overview of the company’s lifestyle approach. To celebrate the grand opening, Coach will offer a special gift with purchase – an exclusive leather luggage tag in luxe parchment, embossed with the iconic horse and carriage logo in gold.
The Royal Promenade
•Prince & Greene – With a trendy fashion boutique vibe, Prince & Green offers urban apparel and accessories for men and women alike, all with an electric urban edge. Labels include Betsey Johnson, Calypso and Kenneth Cole for women and Fred Perry, Ed Hardy, Marc Jacobs and Ben Sherman for men.
•Regalia – Regalia is one of Oasis’ most opulent boutiques. Home to some of the most iconic names in fine jewelry and timepieces, Regalia brands include Tag Heuer, Roberto Coin, Pianegonda, Olivia and more.
•Solera – Oasis of the Seas is home to two duty-free stores along The Royal Promenade, with Solera existing as the official go-to retail store for guests’ cosmetics, skincare and fragrance needs. Featured brands include Chanel, Dior, La Prairie, Lancome, Shiseido, as well as cutting-edge “doctor-brand” regimens.
•Willow – In contrast to the high-fashion finds at Prince & Green, Willow features casual sportswear for guests, ideally suited to the cruising lifestyle. Natural linen and organic clothing options for men and women are offered, as well as brands including Eileen Fisher, JMP, and Forest & Fauna. Willow also will offer products from the World of Good line whose proceeds benefit non-profit organizations around the world, as well as socially responsible artisans. The store also will feature ethnically sourced gifts and products that are supported by the World of Good organization.
Boardwalk
•Candy Beach – A boardwalk isn’t complete without a candy shop. And Candy Beach is the ultimate candy store, offering more than 72 varieties of candy for mixing and matching. Vintage candy treats from the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s are also available.
•Carousel Cart – The hand-carved carousel onboard Oasis is undoubtedly one of the most unique features on the ship. After paying the carousel a visit, guests can browse the selection of apparel, accessories and souvenirs that celebrate this nostalgic pastime and popular Oasis attraction.
•Pinwheels – Younger cruisers can head to Pinwheels to find a range of clothing and accessories for children of all ages. Kid-favored brands such as Crayola as well as Royal Caribbean merchandise in tyke sizes are all offered. Pinwheels also hosts a play area equipped with LEGO stations and a number of other popular games for children.
•Star Pier – Star Pier is a hybrid of all things tweens and teens adore. From clothing labels including Roxy, Quiksilver, and DC Apparel to an electronic games and accessories outpost alive with a DJ station and Wii game area, this is not the average teen clothing store.
The Pool and Sports Zone
•Breeze – An open-air shop located on the pool deck, Breeze is conveniently stocked with all the fun-in-the-sun must haves that make for a perfect lazy, or not-so-lazy, day in the sun. Light reads, sunglasses, tote bags, and sun care products are all offered here.
When she launches in late 2009, Oasis of the Seas will be the largest and most revolutionary cruise ship in the world. An architectural marvel at sea, she will span 16 decks, encompass 225,282 gross registered tons (GRT), carry 5,400 guests at double occupancy, and feature 2,700 staterooms. Oasis of the Seas will be the first ship to tout the cruise line’s new neighborhood concept of seven distinct themed areas, which include Central Park, Boardwalk, the Royal Promenade, the Pool and Sports Zone, Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center and Entertainment Place. The ship will sail from her home port of Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Fla
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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Royal Caribbean International today announced an itinerary change to 16 Western Caribbean sailings of Oasis of the Seas, the cruise line’s highly anticipated cruise ship to begin service in December 2009. From May through November 2010, Oasis of the Seas will call at Mexico’s port of Costa Maya, instead of the originally planned call at Falmouth, Jamaica. Oasis of the Seas’ Western Caribbean itinerary also will include calls at Cozumel, Mexico, and Labadee, Royal Caribbean’s private beach paradise on the northern coast of Haiti.
“We look forward to bringing Oasis of the Seas to the well-established destination of Costa Maya in 2010,” said Craig Milan, senior vice president of Land Operations, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. “We continue to look forward to calling at Falmouth on a regular basis with Oasis of the Seas and her sister ship Allure of the Seas. The completion of the port is going to take longer than we had hoped, but Falmouth will be outstanding when it is completed.”
On the modified itineraries, Oasis of the Seas will dock at Costa Maya’s recently restored pier, providing guests easy access to shore without tendering. In Costa Maya, guests have a wide variety of shore excursion options, which can help make a memorable day in port. For example, guests can choose a sailing along the virgin coast of Costa Maya before diving in search of undersea life on Catamaran Sail & Snorkel; enjoy the natural beauty and magic of hidden Mexico atop an all terrain vehicle before stopping to relax on a secluded beach on ATV Jungle & Beach Adventure; or explore the virtually unexcavated Chacchoben Mayan ruins in the jungle near the Belizean border on the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins.
Oasis of the Seas will alternate its Western Caribbean itinerary with an Eastern Caribbean itinerary, which will include calls at St. Thomas, St. Maarten and Nassau, Bahamas. The ship is now scheduled to resume the original Western Caribbean itinerary and make its maiden call at the historic port of Falmouth during the ship’s December 11, 2010 sailing.
When it launches in November 2009, Oasis of the Seas will be the largest and most revolutionary cruise ship in the world. An architectural marvel at sea, it will span 16 decks, encompass 220,000 gross registered tons, carry 5,400 guests at double occupancy, and feature 2,700 staterooms. Oasis of the Seas will be the first ship to tout the cruise line’s new neighborhood concept of seven distinct themed areas, which includes Central Park, Boardwalk, the Royal Promenade, the Pool and Sports Zone, Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center, Entertainment Place and Youth Zone. The ship will sail from her home port of Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Fla
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The 2nd in the Oasis Class of Royal Caribbean International Ships, the Allure of the Seas is truly an architectural and nautical marvel with spectacular onboard elements and features never before seen on a cruise ship.
When she launches in late 2010, Allure of the Seas will be the largest and most revolutionary cruise ship in the world, along side her sister ship, Oasis of the Seas. An architectural marvel at sea, she will offer 7 neighborhoods, 16 decks, encompass 220,000 gross registered tons (GRT), carry 5,400 guests at double occupancy, and feature 2,700 staterooms.
Inaugural Sailing: December 12, 2010
Inaugural Itinerary: Western Caribbean
Home Port: Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, FL
220,000 GRT
7 neighborhoods
5,400 guests
2,700 staterooms
16 decks high
Alternating Eastern/Western 7 night Caribbean sailings with the following ports of call:
Eastern: Nassau, St. Thomas & St. Maarten Western: Labadee, Falmouth, Jamaica & Cozumel
Diamond Plus and Diamond members can begin reserving space on April 2nd at 8 a.m. All Crown and Anchor members may reserve between April 8 and April 12th, 2009. On April 13, 2009 bookings will be open to everyone.
Whether you prefer a large floating city with “neighborhoods,” a mid-size ship or a small luxurious ship, 2009 brings you plenty of new cruise ships to choose from.
Royal Caribbean
Oasis of the Seas
5,400 passengers November, 2009
Costa Cruise Line Costa Pacifica Costa Luminosa
3,004 passengers 2,260 passengers
June, 2009 April, 2009
The Youth Zone takes family vacationing to a new level! Due to launch November, 2009, the Oasis of the Seas just released information on the Youth Zone. The area will be over 28,700 sq. ft. & will include a Kid’s Avenue, a central boulevard connecting themed areas, a nursery & state of the art teen area. The Royal Babies & Tot’s nursery will be the first ship to take children 6+ months & up. RCI will have a fully staffed nursery where children can be left in the care of trained professionals. They will also host play groups by Fischer Price & Crayola.
Themed areas will include new workshops for families to learn jewelry making and scrapbooking. Another notable addition is the Adventure Ocean Theater. It will have a stage, audience seating and state-of-the-art production equipment. The theatre will offer a venue for theatre productions, talent shows and hip-hop dance classes.
The teen only spaces will include a “mocktail” bar & the Scratch DJ Academy, as well as teen-only programs found on other ships including Fuel Disco & The Living Room.
Hot off the Press – RESERVE YOUR OASIS OF THE SEASSM CRUISE BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 3. The highly anticipated Oasis of the Seas, the world’s largest and most revolutionary cruise ship when she launches in November 2009. There is such an incredible buzz in the travel industry about this ship. When she launches in late 2009, Oasis of the Seas will be the largest and most revolutionary cruise ship in the world. An architectural marvel at sea, she will span 16 decks, encompass 220,000 gross registered tons (GRT), carry 5,400 guests at double occupancy, and feature 2,700 staterooms. Oasis of the Seas will be the first ship to tout the cruise line’s new neighborhood concept of seven distinct themed areas, which includes Central Park, Boardwalk, the Royal Promenade, the Pool and Sports Zone and Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness.
Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas will offer 10,000 sq. ft. or shopping. 
Royal Caribbean Evolves Culinary Experiences with Al-Fresco Seating, Gourmet Venues and My Time Dining 
Western Caribbean sailings of Oasis of the Seas, the cruise line’s highly anticipated cruise ship to begin service in December 2009. From May through November 2010, Oasis of the Seas will call at Mexico’s port of Costa Maya, instead of the originally planned call at Falmouth, Jamaica. Oasis of the Seas’ Western Caribbean itinerary also will include calls at Cozumel, Mexico, and Labadee, Royal Caribbean’s private beach paradise on the northern coast of Haiti.
The 2nd in the Oasis Class of Royal Caribbean International Ships, the Allure of the Seas is truly an architectural and nautical marvel with spectacular onboard elements and features never before seen on a cruise ship.
