The world's newest contenders for biggest-ships-ever, the Oasis-class vessels are a whopping 40 percent larger than the current title-holders, Royal Caribbean's Freedom-class trio. Oasis of the Seas, the first of the two 225,282-ton, 5,400-passenger behemoths, is officially set to kick off its maiden Eastern Caribbean season on December 5, 2009 with a pre-inaugural cruise on December 1; sister ship Allure of the Seas will debut summer 2010.
The buzz surrounding these vessels has been unlike anything we've ever seen. Onboard zip-lining? A water-based outdoor theater? Loft-style cabins?
The layout itself is unique. The ship will be divided into seven neighborhoods, each with its own distinct theme. The seven include: the Youth Zone, for the tots; the Boardwalk, with its Coney Island vibe; the Royal Promenade, a bigger, bolder version of Royal Caribbean's traditional indoor shopping mall; Entertainment Place, for nighttime activities; Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center; Pool and Sports Zone; and Central Park, an indoor/outdoor space with real grass and trees. Dining-wise, there are more than 20 options. Twelve charge an additional fee.
Ship Highlights
7 distinctly designed neighborhoods including:
BoardwalkSM:
AquaTheater outdoor ampitheater
Carousel
The first ever Zip Line at sea
Two rock-climbing walls
Psychic and Tattoo parlor
Kids and teen shopping
Seafood Shack, Johnny Rockets and The Donut Shop
Central ParkSM:
Open to the sky, with winding paths of quiet reading corners and other hidden surprises
Trellis Bar
Parkside Gallery & Picture This photo studio
Park Café & Vintages
150 Central Park - upscale dining
Antonio's Table & Chops Grille
Royal Promenade - with a mezzanine level:
3-level escalating - Rising Tide Bar
Sorrento's Pizzeria, Mondo Café, Café Promenade
Boleros Latin Lounge
Schooner Bar & Champagne Bar
On-Air Club
Loft Staterooms
28 two-level contemporary loft suites.
Ship Facts
Guest Capacity: 5,400 double occupancy
Gross Tonnage: 222,900
Staterooms: 2,700
Decks: 16 high
Length: 1,184'
Max Beam: 154'
Draft: 30'
Cruising Speed: 22 knots
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