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SNEAK PREVIEW
Oasis of the
Seas - Royal Caribbean's Newest Ship
220,000 Tons - A Floating Island Resort & City
Coming December 12, 2009 -
Sister Ship "Allure of the Seas" 2010
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Oasis of the Seas will be the
world’s largest and most
revolutionary ship introducing the cruise line’s new
neighborhood concept, which will provide vacationers with
the opportunity to seek out relevant experiences in seven
themed areas based on their personal styles, preferences or
moods.

Off the Boardwalk,
the first amphitheater at sea, AquaTheater, will celebrate
water with the largest freshwater pool found on a ship
offering a full spectrum of activities and performances for
guests. Created to offer two unique experiences, AquaTheater
will allow guests to swim in the theater’s magnificent
kidney-shaped pool, relax on sun loungers located on tiered
platforms surrounding the pool, and even take SCUBA lessons
in the afternoon.
At night, it
will deliver a complete sensory experience playing on the
element of surprise as audience members witness the venue
come alive with heart-pounding theatrical performances
featuring dramatic acrobatics, synchronized swimming, water
ballet, and professional high-diving, as well as elaborate
fountain shows synchronized to music and lights.

Enhancements to the cruise line’s signature Royal Promenade,
the heart of the ship, will
include a mezzanine level that
overlooks the main promenade below. The Crystal Canopy
sculptured-glass domes will allow natural light to cascade
down from the sky. There will be a vast array of shopping,
dining and entertainment options including, the Rising Tide
bar, the first moving bar at sea, which will traverse three
decks and allow cruisers to enjoy a cocktail as they slowly
ascend into Central Park, the neighborhood above.
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Featuring 7
Neighborhoods |
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1.Central Park, a revolutionary design in which the center
of the ship opens to the sky, features lush, tropical
grounds spanning the length of a football field. With
its serene pathways, seasonal flower gardens and canopy
trees, Central Park will evolve from a tranquil and
peaceful atmosphere during the day to a gathering space
for alfresco dining and
entertainment in the evening, where guests will enjoy
concerts and street performances
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series of columns interlaced with vines will be just one of
the welcoming entry points into Central Park, elegantly
landscaped with tropical foliage and seasonal flowers,
shrubs and trees.
- Drifts
of Calla Lilies among Giant Elephant Ears, Red Ginger,
Rabbit Foot Ferns, Banana Croton, Gold Dust Dracaena,
Butterfly Lily, and Zebra Calathea are some of the plant
life guests will discover
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Impressive ‘Green Walls’ spanning 25 feet and four
stories high will host flowering vines and a variety of
ferns such as Red & White Mandevilla, Twinspur ‘Red
Ace’, Verbena and Silver Pothos. The park will also have
changing displays of accent plants, such as Birds of
Paradise and various Orchids (Phalaenopsis, Cymbidium,
Colmanara
Wildcat)
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- Trees,
some eventually reaching more than two-and-a-half decks
high, will include Cherry of the Rio Grande, Fern Pine,
Amstel King Ficus and Golden Bamboo. Fragrant additions
will include Orange Jasmine and Allspice (scents of
cinnamon and clove drift from leaves and bark.)
Drawing
on the concept of surprise and intrigue, garden spaces
throughout Central Park will sprout from charming pathways.
- The
Pergola Garden will be a unique interpretive plant
garden, featuring vegetation from a host of Caribbean
locales where guests will see shade-grown Coffee plants
and budding Pineapple plants, as well as learn about the
origin of spices, such as cinnamon and nutmeg.
- The
Sculpture Garden will integrate artwork from
international artists and unique plantings, while Sweet
Olive trees will frame a cozy area to sit and enjoy a
view of the Park.
- The
Chess Garden will be located next to a large Cuban
Laurel tree and framed with Painted Bamboo where guests
can challenge each other to a game of chess or checkers
with large-scale pieces. Or for a more intimate
experience, personal game tables will be found off the
main path.
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middle pathway will transport guests over a bridge
spanning a ’river of plants‘ and past a series of
special gardens, restaurants and cafés, as well as
boutique shops to the central square, lined with
colorful Kumquat and lacey Black Olive trees.
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Park’’s horticulturalist will teach guests about the
Central Park gardens, general gardening techniques, and
provide lessons on the distinctive and unusual ecology
of Caribbean plants.
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Irrigation and drainage systems will be incorporated,
along with micro-climate control techniques.
Additional features of Central Park:
- Three retail outlets including:
- Parkside Gallery - art gallery
- Picture This - portrait studio
- Specialty Retail
- Six restaurants/bars:
- 150 Central Park
- Chops Grille
- Antonio’s Table
- Central Park Café
- Vintages
- Canopy Bar
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2.Boardwalk will be a breathtaking space for families.
Inspired by the nostalgic seaside piers of yesteryear,
Boardwalk will dynamically engage the entire family in
classic fun – whether young or just young at heart – with
eateries, retail outlets, and carnival games. An original,
handcrafted carousel – the first at sea – will be the
centerpiece of this vibrant neighborhood.
Additional features of Boardwalk:
- Five shops:
- Madame
Zamara’s - Psychic and Tattoo Parlor
- Smile -
novelty photo shop
- Candy Beach -
specialty candy store
- Star Pier -
teen retail
- Specialty
children’s retail
- Five
restaurants/bars:
- Johnny
Rockets
- Ice Cream
Parlor
- Boardwalk
Donut Shop
- Seafood Shack
- The Boardwalk
Bar

Other
surprises include two 43-foot rock-climbing walls on
either side of the AquaTheater and the first zip-line at
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3. ROYAL PROMENADE
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natural evolution of the signature Royal
Promenade featured on Voyager- and
Freedom-class ships, the new design found on
Oasis of the Seas will allow guests to have
a physical connection with the neighborhood
above – Central Park – as natural light
cascades down from the sky. Giant
glass-arched skylights, the Crystal
Canopies, will form a sculptured roof that
will look up into Central Park and the sky
beyond.
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unique Rising Tide bar – the first moving
bar at sea – will be an engineering feat
that span three decks and allow cruisers to
enjoy a cocktail as they slowly descend from
Central Park and arrive into the Royal
Promenade.
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Suspended above the Globe and Atlas Pub, an
unfurling bridge on hinged hydraulics will
create a spectacular, surprise element for
guests. Incorporated into the pub’s facade,
a giant copper globe will “crack open” as
part of its unique construction and extend
over the Royal Promenade as a bridge
platform. A focal point of the Royal
Promenade, the bridge will be approximately
10 feet above and adjacent to the
entertainment area for performances.
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Towards the aft of the Royal Promenade, a
mezzanine level will allow for sweeping
views of the promenade and feature the
cruise line’s Schooner Bar, Adventures with
Royal Caribbean International, and the
Diamond Club, an exclusive lounge for Crown
& Anchor Society loyalty members.
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Another first for the cruise line, the Royal
Promenade will serve as the entry point for
all guests embarking on Oasis of the Seas,
rather than the traditional lower decks. A
vast tree sculpture by international artist
Larry Kirkland will serve as an impressive
welcoming spot.
Additional features of Royal Promenade:
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18 Promenade View Staterooms
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Eight retail outlets including:
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Focus - photo shop and gallery
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Regalia - fine jewelry and gifts
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Solera - perfume and cosmetic
shop
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Prince & Greene - Get Out There
store
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The Shop - logo and souvenir
shop
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Port Merchants - liquors and
sundries
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A Close Shave - men’s salon
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Nine restaurants and bars including:
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Sorrento’s Pizzeria
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Mondo Coffee Bar
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Café Promenade - signature café
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Schooner Bar
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On Air Club - Karaoke bar
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Boleros - Latin dance club
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Rising Tide - moving bar
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Globe and Atlas Pub
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Champagne Bar
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Neighborhoods 4 - 7
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The themes of the next four neighborhoods will revolve
around: entertainment, youth passengers, sports (yes, a
FlowRider will be on board) and
spa/fitness. |
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Staterooms - New
Lofts |
Other features among these coveted
28 lofts will be a unique
modern design dotted with abstract, modern art pieces;
spacious living areas on the lower level with contemporary
detailing; and a private balcony with sun chairs and
stunning views to help guests unwind. Each loft, which will
measure 545 square feet (51 square meters) or larger when
combined, and will be fitted in contemporary décor with a
Caribbean influence. The impressive design will include an
upper-level bedroom that overlooks the living area and
extended ocean views. Beds will be outfitted with white,
luxurious duvets complemented by tropical blue and green
accents that tie into the loft’s natural surroundings.
The
lofts will feature LCD televisions, separate vanity areas, a
guest bathroom downstairs and an upstairs master bathroom
featuring his and hers shower heads, fog-free mirrors, and
limestone mosaic tile accents.


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Stateroom Descriptions
Code Category Description
Sq. Ft. Balc Sq. Ft.
Q Smaller InsideThe Standard Inside stateroom
offers two twin beds (can convert into
queen-size) and private bathroom. 149N/A
N Standard Inside172N/A
M Standard Inside172N/A
L Standard Inside172N/A
PR PromenadeThe Promenade stateroom offers a
view of the Royal Promenade with bowed windows,
two twin beds (can convert into queen-size) and
private bathroom. Three (3) staterooms out of
this category can hold up to five guests. 194N/A
FI Family InsideThe Family Inside stateroom
offers two twin beds (can convert into
queen-size) and private bathroom. Can be held as
a Family Stateroom. Category can hold up to six
(6) guests. 260N/A
I Standard Ocean-viewThe Standard Oceanview
stateroom offers two twin beds (can convert into
queen-size) and private bathroom. Nineteen (19)
staterooms out of the I categories can hold up
to five (5) guests. 179N/A
H Standard Ocean-view179N/A
F Standard Ocean-view179N/A
CV Central Park ViewThe Central Park View
stateroom offers two twins which converts to
queen size bed with private bathroom w/shower
and vanity area w/chair and sofa. 199N/A
BV Boardwalk ViewThe Boardwalk View stateroom
offers two twins which can be converted to a
queen size bed. Private bathroom w/shower and
vanity area w/chair. 191N/A
FO Family Ocean-viewThe Family Oceanview
stateroom offers two twins which can be
converted to a queen size bed. A sofa which can
be converted to a double bed, two Pullman beds.
Private bathroom w/shower and vanity area
w/chair. Ocean View window. Can be held as a
Family Stateroom. Category can hold up to six
(6) guests. 271N/A
D8 Superior Ocean-view Superior Oceanview
staterooms with Balcony offer two twin beds (can
convert into queen-size), sitting area (some
with sofa bed), private balcony and private
bathroom. The D1 category has a larger balcony.
Thirty (30) staterooms out of the D4 category
and twenty-seven (27) staterooms out of the D3
category can hold up to five (5) guests.
18250
D7Superior Ocean-view18250
D6Superior Ocean-view18250
D5Superior Ocean-view18250
D4Superior Ocean-view18250
D3Superior Ocean-view18250
D2Superior Ocean-view18250
D1Superior Ocean-view18280
C2 Central Park ViewThe Central Park View
stateroom with Balcony offers two twins which
convert to a queen size bed with private
bathroom w/shower, vanity area w/chair, and
sofa. Smoking is not permitted on the balcony.
18252
C1 Central Park View18252
B2 Boardwalk ViewThe Boardwalk View stateroom
with Balcony offers two twins which convert to
queen size bed with private bathroom w/shower,
vanity area w/chair, and sofa. Balcony will
overlook the Boardwalk neighborhood. Thirteen
(13) staterooms out of the B1 categories can
hold up to five (5) guests. Smoking is not
permitted on the balcony. 18252
B1 Boardwalk View18252
FB Family Stateroom with BalconyThe Family
Stateroom with Balcony offers two twins which
cam be converted to a queen size bed. A sofa
which can be converted to a double bed, two
Pullman beds. Private bathroom w/shower and
vanity area w/chair. Ocean view balcony. The
accessible Family Balcony stateroom will feature
a roll in shower and a larger Ocean view
balcony. Can be held as a Family Stateroom.
Category can hold up to six (6) guests. 27182
JS Junior SuiteThe Junior Suite offers two twin
beds (can convert into queen-size), private
balcony, sitting area (some with sofa) and
private bathroom. Eight (8) staterooms out of
this category can hold up to five (5) guests.
28780
GS Grand SuiteThe Grand Suite offers two twin
beds (can convert into queen-size), private
balcony, sitting area (some with sofa) and
private bathroom. 371105
FS Royal Family SuiteThe Royal Family Suite
holds two bedrooms with twin beds that convert
to queen-size beds (one room with third and
fourth Pullman beds), a private balcony, two
bathrooms and living area with double sofa bed.
Can be held as a Family Stateroom, can hold up
to eight (8) guests. 580238
OS Owners SuiteThe Owner Suite offers a
queen-size bed, private balcony, private
bathroom and a separate living area with
queen-size sofa bed. 556213
CL Crown Loft SuiteThe Crown Loft Suite offers
living room w/sofa able to convert to double
bed, dining room w/dry bar, table/desk, and
stairway to loft. 2 bedrooms: Master suite on
the second level with a master bath; Master
bedroom with convertible twins. Bathroom
w/shower. Private balcony w/chairs. The
accessible stateroom has an elevator. One (1)
Loft Suite can be adjoined with the Royal Loft
Suite; staterooms 1740 and 1738. 545114
A3 AquaTheater SuiteThe AquaTheater Suite offers
a marble entry, living area w/sofa that converts
to a double bed, entertainment center, and
dining room. Two bedrooms w/beds which convert
to queen and two Pullman beds, vanity w/chair in
each bedroom. Two bathrooms, master bath w/tub.
Private elegant and high hand balcony w/table &
chairs. A dry bar with mini refrigerator. Can
hold up to eight (8) guests. 673610
A2 AquaTheater Suite739695
A1 AquaTheater Suite823772
SL Sky Loft SuiteThe Sky Loft Suite offers a
living room and dining room with a dry bar.
Master suite on the upper level with a master
bath w/shower and stairway to loft. Private
balcony and dining area. Two (2) Suites can be
adjoined; staterooms 1718 and 1720. 722410
PS Presidential SuiteThe Presidential Family
Suite offers a living room w/sofa which converts
to a double bed, a dining room with dry bar, and
a guest bathroom w/shower. Two (2) master suites
w/convertible twins, two master baths w/tubs,
two (2) additional bedrooms w/convertible twins/
Two (2) pullman, and one (1) of the bedrooms has
its own bathroom w/shower. A private balcony
with a whirlpool, dining area, and a bar. A
minimum of eight (8) guests are needed to book
this accommodation, but is able to hold up to
fourteen (14) guests. Can be held as a Family
Stateroom. 1142476
RS Royal SuiteThe Royal Suite offers a grand
entrance with door bell and a piano, a living
room w/sofa which converts to a double bed,
dining room w/dry bar, entertainment center, and
guest bathroom w/shower. A Master suite w/queen
bed & sitting area, master bath w/tub and
shower, two sinks, and bidet. Private balcony
w/Jacuzzi and dining area. 1274334
RL Royal Loft SuiteThe Royal Loft Suite offers a
living room and dining room with a dry bar. One
bedroom w/convertible twins on the main level,
bathroom w/shower on the main level. Loft Master
Suite on the upper level with a master bath
w/tub/shower, two sinks, bidet, and stairway to
upper level. Private balcony with whirlpool and
dining area w/dry bar. This category can hold up
to six guests. Can be adjoined with one (1)
Crown Loft Suite; staterooms 1740 and 1738.
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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, and the Royal
Promenade. The ship will sail from her home port of Port
Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
With the astounding array of choices
and amenities being introduced on Royal Caribbean
International’s next generation of cruise ships, vacationers
will be hard-pressed to find another experience as
spectacular as what they will enjoy on Oasis of the Seas.
Today, the cruise line renowned for its innovations
announced seven-night Eastern and Western Caribbean
itineraries for the new ship’s inaugural year, with the
inaugural voyage planned for December 12, 2009. Bookings for
Oasis of the Seas will open September 3, 2008. The ship’s
homeport is Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Oasis of the Seas will begin her inaugural season with 19
consecutive seven-night sailings to the Eastern Caribbean,
with ports of call at
- Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas;
Philipsburg, St. Maarten; and Nassau, Bahamas. Starting May
1, 2010, Oasis of the Seas will alternate its Eastern
Caribbean itinerary with the
- Western Caribbean itinerary,
which will call at Labadee, Royal Caribbean’s private beach
destination in Haiti; the new port of Falmouth, Jamaica; and
Cozumel, Mexico.
Royal Caribbean is working with the government of Haiti
to construct a pier at Labadee, the cruise line’s private
beach destination. Additional plans are underway to expand
guest offerings with an alpine coaster and fast-boat tours,
among others, to complement Labadee’s stunning Dragon’s
Breath Flight Line, which has proven to be one of the
destination’s most popular attractions.
With the introduction of the neighborhood concept, Oasis of
the Seas will debut a new portfolio of 37 categories of
accommodation options, many with views unique to the ship.
Park View and Boardwalk View balcony staterooms offer inward
facing accommodations overlooking the two open-air
neighborhoods. Another industry-first, the introduction of
28 contemporary two-level loft suites will redefine cruise
ship accommodations with vibrant, ocean-inspired colors in a
sophisticated and spacious setting. The lofts will be the
highest accommodations at sea, offering spectacular views of
the ocean, and floor-to-ceiling, double-height windows to
ensure the view will be enjoyed from every vantage point.
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