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to see how other companies try to compete. for the shows.
I feel so privileged to have been part of It’s looking like it’s going to be another
this launch; I have some fantastic memories late one!
to take home with me.
Day Three
MARTIN OWENS.
AM: We’ve been given the morning to our-
FUTURE TRAVEL CRUISE. selves to explore so I head to the Boardwalk
area where they are rehearsing the aqua
Day One show. It’s a great sight in the light. Natasha
AM: I set off for Fort Lauderdale from London and I also have a go on the carousel.
and my thoughts are all over the place. After a lot of coaxing, I’m talked into
What will she be like? How big is 220,000 attempting the rock climbing wall. And then
tonnes? How will a ship cope with 5,400 the zip wire. With nothing but a drop of
passengers? nine decks below us, this makes for a hair-
The drive from Miami to Fort Lauderdale raising experience – it’s definitely not for
is a mere 30 minutes. We round the corner the feint hearted! But I make it and thank
into Port Everglades and I am immediately the wire for supporting me!
in awe at the size of this gigantic white Then someone reminds me that in my
structure, floating. tipsy state last night, I agreed to do the
We make our way into the terminal (built FlowRider. Not one to back out of a dare, I
specifically for Oasis of The Seas) to discover take the plunge, assuming I’ll be on and off
the boarding is split into three areas to straightaway. But being of a big build helps
prevent queues. What a great idea! We just me control the board and I manage to stay
glide through security. on for a while, even smiling and waving at
As I climb the gangway, I feel like a big the camera. Pro or what!
kid in a sweet shop. My eyes are everywhere PM: Tonight there is a Thanksgiving dinner
as first I spot the Rising Tide bar and then in the Opus restaurant. I have Pumpkin Pie,
the Royal Promenade. Amazing. which is delicious.
PM: We have a few drinks before dinner in After dinner we’re treated to the first
Boleros, a Latin bar with live music, which is showing of the Oasis of Dreams aqua show in
followed by dinner in the Opus Dining the Aqua Theatre. The performance is amaz-
Room. Then it’s a show performed by Abba ing: high divers, dancers, amazing visuals…
tribute band, Adbacadabra. They are and this is just a 20-minute preview.
brilliant, especially when “Anne Frida” We also see Splish Splash, a water show to
it’s no good and I’m gutted I have to leave serenades me! the music of Diana Ross “Coming Out”. For
my steak behind for some fresh air. Finally it’s Blaze nightclub where we the finale, fountains spray hundreds of
However, I soon feel better and head for dance until 4am. gallons of water 10 to12 decks high. I get
the Opal theatre. The show is amazing; it’s drenched!
like being at the West End. Day Two Can't end this experience without one last
AM: It’s an early rise as I need to be looking visit to Blaze. We stay until 5am, then
Day Three my best; as the Face of Travel I’m being decide to enjoy an early morning Jacuzzi!
AM: Hooray, the sun is shining. We sign up filmed onboard for the TTG website. I knew I get in with everyone else and then,
for some activities, including the zip wire. this was going to be hard after three hours whoops, I remember I have no towel or my
It’s great fun, I want to go again! sleep! room key! I make a quick detour via guest
We’re not so lucky with the rock climbing This morning breakfast is in Windjammers, services. Fortunately the staff simply laugh.
because the queue is too long. I’m disap- then we inspect staterooms and suites in-
pointed but I do get to try the FlowRider. cluding the loft suite, which is my favourite. Day Four
PM: I’ve had so much fun today and I’m With lunch approaching we stop via The AM: Sadly it's time to wave goodbye to the
gutted we have to go back home tomorrow. Cupcake Cupboard for a red velvet cupcake biggest, most innovative ship I have ever
There is so much to do onboard, but so little (which has to be a trip highlight!), and been on. It's been a trip of a lifetime.
time! You really cannot get bored on Oasis. Sorrento’s for Pizza. Yum!
PM: Tonight it’s cocktails before dinner and ■ Find out more at
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Day Four then onto the premier of Hairspray,. Later in
AM: I am really sad to be going home. I feel Blaze nightclub, I’m lucky enough to be
like I’ve got to know the ship really well but introduced to some of the stars of the show,
there’s still so much I haven’t had a chance including Tracey Turnblad and Edna. It took
to see or do. My highlight has to be me 20 minutes to realise this role was played
Hairspray. The only downside is queues for by a man!
activities. That said, I feel Oasis of the Seas I also meet some of the guys who work
has set the standard and it will be interesting behind the scenes and make the costumes
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