Europe to Welcome Oasis of the Seas

The world’s largest and most innovative cruise ship, Oasis of the Seas, will be sailing in Europe for the very first time this year for a limited autumn season.

To celebrate, great value deals are now available across selected itineraries including unbeatable fares and double upgrades. Many guests are also opting for back-to-back cruises to maximise their time on this impressive architectural marvel at sea.

Vacation Goddess's preferred choice is their 12 night Ocean Voyage where you can become a part of history by sailing on this magnificent ship as she leaves the Caribbean for the very first time.

Departing 1st September 2014 from Fort Lauderdale, guests can sail to Europe from just $1,039 per person. This 12-night cruise is a unique opportunity for guests to be onboard the world’s largest cruise ship as she travels to Europe for the very first time. 10 days at sea offers guests the luxury of time to explore every corner of this ship which is a massive 1,186.5 feet in length!

Oasis of the Seas is a destination unto herself, encompassing an array of activities to suit everyone from baby through to grandparents including: two FlowRider surf simulators, Broadway musicals, a carousel and 25 dining options. Plus, book now to receive a free double upgrade from an interior stateroom to a balcony stateroom.

Other sailings include:

Western Mediterranean Cruise – Sail the beautiful Mediterranean from only $849 per person. Departing Barcelona on 13th September 2014, this five-night, round trip cruise includes stops at in the iconic Italian ports of Rome and Naples and two days at sea. These ports offer access to some of the greatest culinary delights on earth. The indulgence for the taste buds continues onboard where guests can continue to enjoy the local flavours of these destinations at onboard speciality dining venues such as Sorrento’s Pizzeria, Mondo Coffee Bar, Giovanni’s Table an authentic family style Italian restaurant and Vintages wine and tapas bar.

The ship sails an identical itinerary departing 18th September which is priced from $919 per person.

Spain to Netherlands Cruise – Cruise from Barcelona to Rotterdam from just $1,399 per person departing on 23rd September 2014. This seven-night itinerary includes stops at the ports of Malaga and Vigo in Spain, four days at sea and ends in Rotterdam in the Netherlands. This short itinerary is perfect for sun seekers who can replicate the relaxed European way of life during their time on the ship by swimming in the four swimming pools and 10 whirlpools and enjoying a glass of wine and tapas at Vintages bar.

Oasis of the Sea’s European season is for a limited time only!  You can also have the special chance to travel from Europe back to Fort Lauderdale from $1,579 per person in impressive style. That’s cheaper than flying! This 13-night itinerary departs Rotterdam on 14th October 2014. 

Or choose to board in Southampton to make this cruise a 12-night itinerary departing on 15th October from $1,229.

*Conditions apply and price is subject to availability. Prices quoted are a ‘from’ price only and subject to change. For full terms and conditions, visit: royalcaribbean.com.au.  

Launched in December 2009, Oasis of the Seas spans 16 decks, encompasses 225,282 registered tonnes, is 1,186.5 feet in length, cruises at a speed of 22.6 knots and has a double-occupancy capacity of 5,400 guests.  The ship’s features include:

·         Seven themed neighbourhoods

·         An 82 foot-long zip line

·         A handcrafted carousel

·         Broadway musicals

·         Aquatheatre high-diving performance venue

·         Central Park complete with more than 12,000 live trees and plants

·         Twin FlowRider surf simulators

·         Ice skating rink

Alison Carmichael-Rulten

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