Hot Air Balloon Rides on Oasis?

[blueboro]

So, according to a project manager from STX Europe, the Oasis will feature a hot air balloon-style ride in which Oasis passengers can float skyward in a gondola or basket. This is really something different. Looking at photos of OOS, the stern of the ship really looks strange. But not as strange as the NCL Epic...UGGH! That may be ugliest ship from the outside I have ever seen.

[rpertusio]

Just remember that the Oasis is trying MANY different things during her first 'sea trial'. The 'blimp' (among other things) may be axed, and you may never see it on the final version of Oasis. They're testing a "What if..." scenario to see if it would even be plausible once they begin sailing with passengers.

 

- Ryan

[rcacace]

I'd love to see a projected price for that activity.:eek:

[trey420]

dont think it will ever be seen to many liabiltys. It would suck to be on that thing if the string broke your infor a great trip then. :)

[SherriZ366]

So, according to a project manager from STX Europe, the Oasis will feature a hot air balloon-style ride in which Oasis passengers can float skyward in a gondola or basket. This is really something different. Looking at photos of OOS, the stern of the ship really looks strange. But not as strange as the NCL Epic...UGGH! That may be ugliest ship from the outside I have ever seen.

The EPIC really is UGLY!!! Oasis's stern is intriguing.

[cruiserbryce]

not sure how well this would work out...think about the lines...do you think you would have to reserve a time?

[babies12]

not sure how well this would work out...think about the lines...do you think you would have to reserve a time?

 

I just think that is the most absolute stupid thing I have ever seen on a cruise ship!

[temple1]

Babies12 you beat me to it. I thought it looked utterly ridiculous!

 

I understand they are trying different things as they finish the ship, but enough is enough. It will soon become a floating joke.

[dougp26364]

I just think that is the most absolute stupid thing I have ever seen on a cruise ship!

 

Maybe, but RCI put in a boxing ring and I thought that was idiotic.

[temple1]

Maybe, but RCI put in a boxing ring and I thought that was idiotic.

 

but at least it doesn't muck up the view of the outside. Kind of looks like an airborne dinghy. :eek:

[dougp26364]

but at least it doesn't muck up the view of the outside. Kind of looks like an airborne dinghy. :eek:

 

Maybe this isn't really a ride but new life boats instead. That would put a new spin on the muster drills that everyone loves to hate. Imagine tendering to shore in one of those things?

[Retired LEO]

Babies12 you beat me to it. I thought it looked utterly ridiculous!

 

I understand they are trying different things as they finish the ship, but enough is enough. It will soon become a floating joke.

 

It's sooner than you think. It's been a joke.

[wblynch]

I just think that is the most absolute stupid thing I have ever seen on a cruise ship!

 

Second that !!!

[will work to cruise]

I just think that is the most absolute stupid thing I have ever seen on a cruise ship!

 

My thought exactly!

[Texas Teen]

Oasis of the Seas looks beautiful out on open water!!! She's just amazing! Too bad the blimp has to ruin the picture!

[rcacace]

As silly as it my look if it ever comes to being I'll bet they'll be a waiting line to book a ride.

[wblynch]

I can see the headlines now:

 

Honeymoon couple lost at sea. Disaster strikes when hot air balloon breaks free.

 

Coast Guard calls off the search for survivors as balloon remnants found, shredded by sharks.

[kjkrmk]

What I have seen in the photos is what looks more like a heliostat which is a statically tethered helium balloon much like those used for border security, weather instrumentation, etc. Maybe the darn thing is simply a way to get a camera up above the ship during sea trials so they can observe airflow, exhaust trails, etc. without the need of a helicopter. Just a thought.

[pinkmonkey14]

If its for rides, I would never go on it because it looks dangerous. I bet its not for that. Its probaly has convetti and every time they leave on a new cruise it falls down lol

[cruisegal96]

I'm pretty open to trying alot of things, but I'm not real sure a balloon attached to the world's largest cruiseship would be something I would consider. It looks very strange and wouldn't seem very safe. Oasis looks awesome!!! It looks like the cruise itinararies I am considering for 2011 are on Oasis or sister ship Allure that I'm not even sure is being built yet.

[jules815]

As silly as it my look if it ever comes to being I'll bet they'll be a waiting line to book a ride.

 

You're probably right about that.

[Aquahound]

Where the heck is that big thing stored? I think this is a stupid idea.

 

But yea, I'll probably be in line to ride it. :rolleyes:

[sandytoes03]

Why is everyone so negative? It might be fun--IF it even makes it to the final prodcut anyway.

[Dive Master]

Somehow mixing the Titanic with the Hindenburg does not seem like a wise idea to me !

[amybeth4]

What I have seen in the photos is what looks more like a heliostat which is a statically tethered helium balloon much like those used for border security, weather instrumentation, etc. Maybe the darn thing is simply a way to get a camera up above the ship during sea trials so they can observe airflow, exhaust trails, etc. without the need of a helicopter. Just a thought.

 

I'm with you!