Sugar*Magnolia Posted July 4, 2011 Author #26 Share Posted July 4, 2011 Formal Night..... Very nice. Folks seemed to all look fab. There are obvious folks in shorts and beachwear, but didn't see that in the MDR. Actually, there was one table not far from us, sorry to say they were looked at - so if you wear shorts, sneakers, tee shirts, yes you will probably stand out in the MDR on formal night as this was the definite minority. Most nights everyone looked really nice. Here is some food porn, because I know you want to see it! Everything was very good! Shout out to Jess! Our MDR Bar server. I now have over 50 shot glasses, between Decembers cruise and this one. Friends, you might see them turn up really cheap on ebay! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancynurse Posted July 4, 2011 #27 Share Posted July 4, 2011 I just showed DH some of your food and he understands why you call it food porn.;);) We will be having roast beef sandwiches shortly after arriving!:):) Nancy P.S. Have lived in Sarasota all my life. It's great to live in paradise.:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar*Magnolia Posted July 4, 2011 Author #28 Share Posted July 4, 2011 I just showed DH some of your food and he understands why you call it food porn.;);) We will be having roast beef sandwiches shortly after arriving!:):) Nancy P.S. Have lived in Sarasota all my life. It's great to live in paradise.:D:D And Paradise it is! We were there visiting about 3 yrs ago and went to Siesta Beach....that beach has to be one of the most beautiful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar*Magnolia Posted July 4, 2011 Author #29 Share Posted July 4, 2011 Hairspray was AMAZING. Make your reservations online before you leave - make sure you dont miss it. This is how Team K rolled on Formal night.Oops! Yes, I realize Im missing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beej Posted July 4, 2011 #30 Share Posted July 4, 2011 Great everything, Diva. See ya on the other side Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judi Kozar Posted July 4, 2011 #31 Share Posted July 4, 2011 Thanks for the great review. I think I followed you on another post a few years ago and you did a wonderful job. 24 of us leave in 68 days (I just like saying and hearing that!) so your review is helping to get us in the mood. Keep it coming! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan_In_Maine Posted July 5, 2011 #32 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Thanks so much for the review --- and all the wonderful pictures. Jan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar*Magnolia Posted July 5, 2011 Author #33 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Welcome to Labadee! Early, around 6:15- 7 am. We all did the zip line in December, this time we voted to just chill on the beach. We took a "one way" ferry from Oasis over to the Columbus cove area. This was not available when we were on Explorer this past December, we surmise they only use it when Oasis and Allure docks (because of the amount of pax). We tipped ($10.00/ 4 chairs) one of the rci locals who helped us with lounge chairs and finding us an area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar*Magnolia Posted July 5, 2011 Author #34 Share Posted July 5, 2011 The view from the Columbus Cove area Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar*Magnolia Posted July 5, 2011 Author #35 Share Posted July 5, 2011 One of the BBQ Buffet areas on Labadee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar*Magnolia Posted July 5, 2011 Author #36 Share Posted July 5, 2011 We took the tram back to the pier. We chose not to walk through the markets, so I can’t comment on whether they are aggressive or not. Here are some pictures, (they're not so great, we were moving and I took them with my Olympus indestructible water camera) This last picture of the enclosed Artisans Market is the market that has set prices, the open air type booths you can haggle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianAlt Posted July 5, 2011 #37 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Loving the pictures! Well done. Good to see Balloon Boy back. Haven't seen him in a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEERINH2O Posted July 5, 2011 #38 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Great Review... Can't wait for more... Kathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar*Magnolia Posted July 5, 2011 Author #39 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Loving the pictures! Well done. Good to see Balloon Boy back. Haven't seen him in a while. Balloon boy on cruise critic? On Oasis? Labadee? LMAO - Where? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar*Magnolia Posted July 5, 2011 Author #40 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Great Review... Can't wait for more... Kathy Thanks for the kind comment. Im pondering...to post more tonight or in the morning!?!? Hmmm... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar*Magnolia Posted July 5, 2011 Author #41 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Back to the ship! How come I never heard it mentioned….there is an escalator on Oasis. Plus, you “ding” yourself back in. Instead of handing your seapass for them to account for you, you slide it in yourself. DS and friend, Kaela went back to Flowrider! Then DH and I went back to the Viking Crown Lounge! It was the perfect time for a chocolate Martini. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waihekean Posted July 5, 2011 #42 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Thanks for a great review so far! Coming along for the armchair ride:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginnyfyr Posted July 5, 2011 #43 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Perfect timing on the shot of your son wiping out on the Flowrider! Loving your review :D We'll be on the Oasis in September on the Eastern itinerary, but it's great to see so many shots & info about the ship itself. Can't wait to see more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianAlt Posted July 5, 2011 #44 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Where? Orbiting the Earth? Coming too close to the sun? No, that was Icarus. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickonRules Posted July 5, 2011 #45 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Love the review so far. Going on Oasis in less than a week :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsnake57 Posted July 5, 2011 #46 Share Posted July 5, 2011 We began Sail Away in the cool comfort of Viking Crown lounge. Ciao Ft. Lauderdale, Sea ya’ soon! Then some of us from roll call met up at the Sky bar. It wasn't a very active roll call and other then our pretty faces, some of us were going on hope to recognize each other. There was an alternate private group to post a pic, but that wasnt too popular either. Any way, it was great to meet those that showed up. Shout out to Tim & Chrissa for the t shirt! That was super nice of you guys! great review!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALSEAU Posted July 5, 2011 #47 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Oasis Boardwalk, a First look~ Although Oasis is huge, we found it very easy to navigate. It never seemed a far walk anywhere. There were times the ship seemed crowded and times it didnt. Balloon boy on cruise critic? On Oasis? Labadee? LMAO - Where? He is referring to the Ballon Boy who is outside Johnny Rockets in this picture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Radio Posted July 5, 2011 #48 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Wow, CruiseDivaNJ. . . I am loving loving, loving your review ! :D I feel like I am back onboard, and I am really enjoying your pics ! Keep them coming, please ! It seems that you guys had a great time . . .:) Thanks again Stacey ! Radio ;);) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kath00 Posted July 5, 2011 #49 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Great review! I am glued... Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skatie Posted July 5, 2011 #50 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Great review. We go in August so its great to read reviews and get excited! Where did you catch the ferry over to Columbus beach? Also wondering if that beach has the clamshell canopy chairs? Look forward to the rest of your trip report! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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