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When you have a moment, how is Oasis holding up? We are thinking about planning a family group cruise in 2025 for a couple "big" birthdays that year. The two options are a 6 day sailing on Oasis and a 7 day sailing on Symphony. I love Symphony. I'm the only one that has sailed with Royal at all. So, others really won't know much of a difference if we go on Oasis instead of Symphony. But, I will indeed know that Symphony is newer and a bit fresher. Im guessing that Oasis may be showing some wear in thr csbins or some public places. The Oasis sailing is less expensive so that's where the group is leaning. How does the ship look to you? Would be a good impression for a group of first timers? Thanks

Thank you so much! Very helpful

Anyone have any updates to share on RC drydocks coming up?

Yep, same. I've been able to check in all parties that are on the same booking, right there when I'm logged in actually. I enter all passport info, credit card, etc. Picture was problem though, but not necessary.

On newer, E class ships, is it really worth the added money? I can see some possible benefit on the older ships. I think the value depends on the ship.

Thank you so much. Very helpful. Enjoy your cruise.

I have not been on Icon. What do you all like better about the Oasis class? Like what are the differences with Icon that you like more on the Oasis ships? Thanks so much!

Man, one day I hope to be at a place that spending $20,000+ on a cruise would be an option for me. It's really far off right now. Enjoy.

Woohoo, I love Symphony. My favorite Royal ship.

I LOVE Symphony! ❤️

Yep, not for me.

Yep, better for Royal. But, not better for me. Definitely skipping all these new short cruises. Plus, they are way overpriced.

Sure. Cruises I will be skipping. Short cruises aren't for me.

All these big ships doing short cruises. Man, goodness.

Fun!

Symphony! I love the ship. Nassau- there are safe and fun things you can do there. You do not have to stay on the ship If you dont want to stay on all week. I was there on 2 cruises during the past two months. Got off both times and did something I enjoyed both times. Plus, I did not feel unsafe there. It's not like the issues that are being reported there aren't happening in other places all over the world. But, not saying folks should not make their own decisions. Just saying we did not feel unsafe there and that nothing bad happened to us there during our last two recent cruises. Happy cruising. Enjoy whatever you choose. 🛳 🚢

This may be a silly question, but people pay cruise fare to have Catalina island as a cruise port? I like Catalina Island, but I thought it was easy to get to and cheaper to get to than as a cruise port. But, I guess thats like people paying to have Port Canaveral as a port stop on some cruises.

Wow, a full week so soon after winter break. Ok. They don't do that here. Thanks

Is this week considered a holiday week? Thanks for the update!

Hi there. Yes, I know what those words mean. My response was to a different phrase. He reaponded. Thanks, and have a good evening.

Thanks. I watched a couple videos after the post. Yes, I definitely like A in Miami. It's so nice, easy to navigate, and a nice welcome for kicking off a cruise. T1 looks ok. Yes, I went out of one in Miami last December that seemed like it had been around a long time. I forget which one though. Thanks

Certainly. Not really asking who will be on board then. Thanks

Hello All, I am considering a November sailing on Icon. I'm guessing the crew now is all excited with the new ship and were on a little while before the first sailing to get into the groove. The show performers had all their time. Plus, the best crew from other ships were brought over to open the new ship. I'm a bit disappointed to miss the folks that are opening the ship. Does anyone know how long contracts might be for the opening crew and entertainment staff? I'm wondering if around early fall, there will be a whole new set of crew on the ship getting in the flow of things. The cruise we are considering is scheduled for early November. I'm sure crew will always be great, but just wondering about the changeover time frame. Thanks

So, is the T1 terminal that you all mentioned above a nice Royal terminal like the one in Miami? I haven't sailed out of Port Canaveral in many years.

Hmm, I wonder if there might be an updated version of this document out there somewhere since it sounds like maybe it's no longer as accurate as it was when it was originally distributed.