"O" large ships vs "O" smaller ships

[tripperva]

Other than the number of passengers and sheer size, what are the main differences between the two size ships for cruisers? We have been on Nautica and Sirena and have now booked Riviera and Vista which are much larger. We are platinum on Regent and their main ships are around 750 pax. What can we expect on the "O" larger ships?

[shepherd really]

The cabins on the O class ships are larger, obviously there are four specialty restaurants rather than two.  The space to passenger ratio makes up for the larger passenger capacity, ditto for the passenger to crew ratio.  There are some ports where the R ships can dock and the O class will tender. That's just off the top of my head, but I'm sure there are more differences that others will chime in about.

 

Edited August 25, 2022 by shepherd really
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[edgee]

The smaller Oceania ships have embarrassingly small bathrooms in all cabins below the PH level. That, to me is a major drawback. No such issue on larger Oceania ships, although the showers are somewhat small. That is being addressed in the upcoming refurbishment of Riviera in 2022 and the Marina in 2023. 

[LHT28]

38 minutes ago, tripperva said:

Other than the number of passengers and sheer size, what are the main differences between the two size ships for cruisers? We have been on Nautica and Sirena and have now booked Riviera and Vista which are much larger. We are platinum on Regent and their main ships are around 750 pax. What can we expect on the "O" larger ships?

You will have about 1250 pax compared to the R ships

Since you have sailed on the R ships  the layout is much the same only more space

 Plus the O class ships have an Artist Loft culinary centre  where you can take fee based cooking classes ,  La Reserve  fee based wine paiing dinners  & Privee for up to 10 of your closest friends for  a fee

Also the larger ships have the "Oceania Suites"  which are not on the R ships

 I am sure there are other things on the O class (larger ships)  but cannot think of more at the moment

[Moche1]

I work on ships as a destination lecturer -- of late, mainly on Oceania and Regent, plus a couple of Viking cruises.  I've been on two of the "R" class ships (Regatta and Sirena) and many times on the larger Marina.  For me, the big difference is where I work -- the "R" class have only a lounge, whereas Marina has a full size theater.  The R lounges do not have one big screen; rather they have three small screens around the room.  The first time I was on Regatta, I did not know that, and came prepared with my usual laser device to point out something on the screen -- but you can't do that when people are watching three different screens.  After that I always added "fly-in" arrows to my powerpoints so that everyone would see what I was trying to emphasize.  I much prefer the theaters on Marina.

And don't ask me about the size of the bathroom in the "restricted view" cabins that I was assigned on Regatta and Sirena....  Suffice it to say that it is possible to shower, use the toilet, and brush teeth at the same time....

[shepherd really]

1 minute ago, Moche1 said:

 Suffice it to say that it is possible to shower, use the toilet, and brush teeth at the same time....

That would be a lecture I would attend, but just stick drawings on the Power Point please.

[AMHuntFerry]

The sports deck on the larger ships has a paddle tennis court and a croquet/bocce area in addition to the shuffleboard and putting greens that are on all ships.

This may seem trivial, but I really like the location of Baristas on the larger ships. While it is indoors, the large windows let in a lot of natural light, plus it is close to the library and game room.

[AMHuntFerry]

On larger ships:

There are more laundry rooms.

The smoking lounge by Horizons does not have a door (on O-class, not sure about A-class = Vista) so if smoke bothers you, use the other entrance.

Some people like the spa terrace better (more shade, T-therapy pool on Riviera).

 

Oh, and there is the executive lounge for suites and concierge lounge for A-category.

Edited August 25, 2022 by AMHuntFerry

[Flatbush Flyer]

Though the O ships are more versatile, we do prefer the intimacy/vibe of the Rs. And as seasoned yacht sailors, the size of the bathroom is irrelevant. That said, I estimate that we do 1/4 to 1/3 of our O cruises on the larger ships (due primarily to itinerary).

[ORV]

The Grand Bar or Casino bar is only on the larger O ships. 

 

For clarity, the older ships are called R ships, the next gen are called O ships, and I believe Vista will be considered an A class. 

[LHT28]

1 hour ago, AMHuntFerry said:

Some people like the spa terrace better (more shade, T-therapy pool on Riviera).

 

Where is the shade??

https://www.cruisecritic.com/photos/ships/riviera-607/spa-terrace-311100/spa-terrace--v14124821/

 

I agree the T pool is the best on Riviera

[AMHuntFerry]

13 minutes ago, LHT28 said:

Where is the shade??

https://www.cruisecritic.com/photos/ships/riviera-607/spa-terrace-311100/spa-terrace--v14124821/

 

I agree the T pool is the best on Riviera

I was being lazy. I thought I remembered someone saying there was better shade on the terraces...maybe it was more space? (they both start with "s" so bounce around in my brain together 😉 )

 

If you see someone laying the wrong way on a double lounger in complete shade, it may be me 😄

Edited August 25, 2022 by AMHuntFerry

[LHT28]

4 minutes ago, AMHuntFerry said:

I was being lazy. I thought I remembered someone saying there was better shade on the terraces...maybe it was more space? (they both start with "s" so bounce around in my brain together 😉 )

LOL

 The R ships have a shaded area  but none that I could find on the O ships

[PhD-iva]

3 hours ago, Flatbush Flyer said:

And as seasoned yacht sailors, the size of the bathroom is irrelevant. 

Agree. I enjoy river cruising, and those bathrooms are tiny. TINY! Makes no diff!

[Flatbush Flyer]

3 hours ago, ORV said:

The Grand Bar or Casino bar is only on the larger O ships. 

 

For clarity, the older ships are called R ships, the next gen are called O ships, and I believe Vista will be considered an A class. 

Time for Oceania Trivia (I.e., trivia about O):

Without looking it up (honor system please):

We all know what the “O” in O Class stands for. But, what does the “R” in R Class stand for?

[PhD-iva]

1 minute ago, Flatbush Flyer said:

Time for Oceania Trivia (I.e., trivia about O):

Without looking it up (honor system please):

We all know what the “O” in O Class stands for. But, what does the “R” in R Class stand for?

Renaissance 

[Twiga]

Regatta class.

2 minutes ago, Flatbush Flyer said:

Time for Oceania Trivia (I.e., trivia about O):

Without looking it up (honor system please):

We all know what the “O” in O Class stands for. But, what does the “R” in R Class stand for?

Regatta class.

[LHT28]

22 minutes ago, Flatbush Flyer said:

Time for Oceania Trivia (I.e., trivia about O):

Without looking it up (honor system please):

We all know what the “O” in O Class stands for. But, what does the “R” in R Class stand for?

Regatta class

[Flatbush Flyer]

Wow - excellent! You,Twiga and Diva are some true Oceania afficianados! Many folks will answer Renaissance (which is logical).

 

Edited August 26, 2022 by Flatbush Flyer

[ORV]

51 minutes ago, Flatbush Flyer said:

Time for Oceania Trivia (I.e., trivia about O):

Without looking it up (honor system please):

We all know what the “O” in O Class stands for. But, what does the “R” in R Class stand for?

Yes, many people will say Regatta, but, many think it is for Renaissance.  The problem comes from the Princess ships, which are now Oceania ships,) Serena) Which was a Princess ship, but which is originally a Renasissance  ship, but is now considered a R ship. Many people refer to the R ships as the Renassiance ships. 

[LHT28]

https://www.oceaniacruises.com/corporate/ships/

[PhD-iva]

8 hours ago, LHT28 said:

https://www.oceaniacruises.com/corporate/ships/

Drat! (But thx for the link!)

[Twiga]

13 hours ago, Flatbush Flyer said:

Wow - excellent! You,Twiga and Diva are some true Oceania afficianados! Many folks will answer Renaissance (which is logical).

 

I love the Oceania R ships!

[tripperva]

So, back to the original question, would there be any difference in the passengers? Everyone on the smaller ships was very friendly. Hopefully it is not more competitive on the larger ships.

[ORV]

32 minutes ago, tripperva said:

So, back to the original question, would there be any difference in the passengers? Everyone on the smaller ships was very friendly. Hopefully it is not more competitive on the larger ships.

Pretty much same customer base. Oceania has a large number of repeaters on all the cruises I've been on. Not sure what you mean by competitive, but trivia gets competitive, but friendly. Most of the guests I've interacted with have always been approachable and friendly.