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The Oasis of the Seas is quite an amazing ship.  This will be the biggest cruise ship ever, at 220,000 tons, accommodating 5400 guests.

There are 7 “neighborhoods” on the ship. 

1)     Central Park – an elegant & lively piazza which is a gathering space for dining & entertainment during the day and performances in the evening. 

 2)     Royal Promenade – features shops & pubs.  It has a levitating bar that ascends & descends  over 3 decks.  

3)     Boardwalk - features an AquaTheater at the bow of the ship with a backdrop of the sea.  They can fill or empty the “stage” of water instantly for their water acrobats and high-diving aerial performances.  The Boardwalk also has a first time ever Carousel at Sea and offers games, amusement and many attractions.  In addition, there is a thrilling experience of a zip-line which runs diagonally across the open air atrium. 

4)     Pool & Sports Zone – is an entire deck with multiple pools, rock climbing walls, miniature golf, ping pong, FlowRiders (surfing), basketball court, H2O Zone (water-spraying park).  There is also a Solarium (adult pool). 

5)     Spa & Fitness – state of the art equipment.  Enjoy a relaxing massage, pamper yourself with spa treatments – take classes in spinning, Pilates, yoga & Kinesis (full body no-impact workout).  There’s also a Vitality Café with healthy snacks, juices, smoothies and nutritious entrees. 

6)     Entertainment Place – here you find a mix of intimate venues offering a variety of entertainment every night.  Shows in the main theatre, hot nightclub, jazz, comedy entertainment and Casino Royale.

7)     Youth Zone – non-stop activities day & night in dedicated spaces with professional and caring staff for the children.

Accommodations:
- Loft suites – multilevel lofts with spacious living area, double height ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows providing breathtaking views. 

- Balcony suites – Royal Suite, Presidential Suite, AquaTheatre Suite, Owner’s Suite, Royal Family Suite, Grand Suite, Junior Suite 

- Balconies – a) standard balconies looking out to the sea; b) balconies facing inside the ship with a view of Central Park; AquaTheatre; or Boardwalk 

- Oceanview – a) standard oceanview staterooms looking out to the sea; b) oceanview facing inside the ship with a view of Central Park, Boardwalk or Promenade

- Inside – ranging from family interior to standard interior 

Sailings:
7 night sailings are available starting 12/5/09