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Ice to see you: Martin also highly recommends the Cup Cake Cupboard
steak, chicken and salads. The food here was
fantastic. I ordered steak, and our waiter, Juan,
waited while I cut it to see if it was cooked as
I like it. As it was a bit too rare, he whisked
it away and within four minutes it had been Good Hairspray: Natasha says this onboard theatre show is as good as any in the West End
replaced with one cooked just to my taste.
I also tried the Garden Cafe, which is a The ship’s creators have put huge effort also be packed. There are two FlowRider surf
healthy alternative to the buffet-style Wind- and thought into creating a vessel which simulators, two rock-climbing walls and a
jammers and serves wraps, paninis and salads. appears to offer something for every taste zipwire. All are excellent, but those who are
However, tell clients to head to and age. Whether you’re a sports fan, a afraid of heights should avoid the latter two!
Windjammers on deck 15 for a slap-up theatre lover, a comedy goer, active child or Tamer activities include a miniature golf
cooked breakfast. For those wanting some- peace seeker, you will find entertainment, course, sports court, the only carousel at sea
thing lighter, there’s a wide selection of activities and tranquillity at your disposal. and three swimming pools for catching
cereals, breads, cold meats and cheese, as well My favourite neighbourhood was those all-important rays.
as fruit and even Asian cuisine – and all Entertainment Place (the name says it all).
served up with that Royal Caribbean smile. Located at the heart of the ship, this is a Cons: One negative to the array of activities
fantastic way to brush up on your bluffing is the need to pre-book them in order to
Natasha Grech, Portman Travel skills in the Casino Royale, or enjoy some avoid the long queues, which takes away
ACTIVITIES. laughs in the comedy club. any spontaneity.
Pros: Oasis of the Seas isn’t just a ship: it is Clients who enjoy some jazz should visit When I was onboard, the ship wasn’t at
a combination of incredible experiences that Jazz on 4, while the younger and livelier its full capacity, yet queuing was a bit of a
mixes innovation with no boundaries. cruisers head to Blaze. This is the main nightmare. Consequently, we were unable
Royal Caribbean has made the impossible nightclub and is uber-trendy. to participate in all of the activities, which
possible, dreams a reality and a vessel which Ice dancing fans or those looking for some was disappointing. Imagine the queues
literally is an oasis at sea. family entertainment should head to Studio when the cabins are full and the children
Nothing could prepare me for the sheer B’s stunning Frozen in Time ice show. The cho- are in town? Royal Caribbean may have
size of the ship. Onboard, I was blown away reography and costume design is amazing. packed the ship full of goodies, but when it
by the intricate details and facilities which However, my favourite show has to be is carrying more than 6,000 passengers you
turn the ship into a floating resort. Hairspray. The production is incredible; you can imagine the difficulty in accessing all
With seven neighbourhoods, fine dining, have to keep reminding yourself that you the shows and onboard facilities.
high-end shopping, theatres, an ice-rink, are onboard a ship and not in the West End That said, I still thoroughly enjoyed myself
complimentary child day centre and a sports on a night out! and spent the whole of the trip in awe: Oasis
zone (to mention a few), it’s difficult not to If you haven’t tired yourself out with all of the Seas is a breathtaking, fun-packed
pack your day with activities and excitement. the night-time antics on offer, your days will resort that also just happens to float.
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