We recently returned from our Christmas cruise on the Oasis. Overall the cruise was enjoyable, relaxing and good time, there was just something missing and can't quite put my finger on it. We sailed as a family of 4, (Mid 40s and kids 19/17) and while there was ample food, entertainment and christmas decor, overall I was expecting a little more for a Christmas cruise. We dined in the Main Dining room 6 of the 7 nights and food was acceptabel but not outstanding and after cruising on smaller Royal ships, found the food better on the small ships. Perhaps due to the large number of guests the quality goes down. Can't comment on the speciality dining. Enjoyed the entertainment for the most part, but found Cats a disappointment. The Aqua show was great as were the comedians and entertainers. As for our kids, they found they were caught in an age gap between kids and adults and really found very little that engaged them at this age, even on a large ship. They weren't bored but nothing specifically was set up for this demographic. We were also part of a larger group (19 total) and saw many other large family groups and being a holiday cruise this makes sense, but with this I experienced less socializing between groups as everyone seemed focused on their family or groups. Again this was different on the small ships and summer time of the year. Overall the ship is lovely, crew were great and wouldn't hesitate to travel on the oasis again, there was just something missing.
Interior cabin overlooking Central Park. Nice size room and quiet made for a great location. Nicole, our steward was pleasant and always cheerful.
Very good process to embark/disembark...smooth and efficient!
Enjoyed the relaxing sunshine and beach. A little crowded and would have done more on the island if there wasn't a charge for every little thing, so that part is disappointing.
Walked and took a taxi to town, visited the market, shops and water front. Enjoyable visit but after a few hours the shops are all the same and found the best shopping overall was near the port anways. We had never been to the City so it was enjoyable but I would recommend an excursion to enjoy the snorkeling or beaches as it would likely be more enjoyable.