Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas offers Caribbean cruises that are perfect for families. Families can book a multi-room suite and enjoy ports of call that include the homeport of Fort Lauderdale and a number of Caribbean islands that kids will love.
Oasis of the Seas in Fort Lauderdale
Terminal 18 – Terminal 18 in Port Everglades will be the largest cruise terminal in Fort Lauderdale, big enough to handle the world’s biggest cruise ship. The cruise terminal will be able to embark passengers starting their cruise at the same time as debarking guests that have finished a cruise. The terminal itself will also feature a children’s play area.
Fort Lauderdale Hotels for Families – For families who want to extend their cruise vacation, Fort Lauderdale offers everything from family resorts to inexpensive options when traveling with children.
Best Accommodations on Oasis of the Seas for Families
Presidential Family Suite on Oasis of the Seas – This suite can hold up to 14 guests, perfect for multi-generational travel. The suite also features outside and inside dining areas. In addition, suite guests are entitled to use the Concierge Club, an exclusive lounge with complimentary evening drinks and access to a private concierge.
Royal Family Suite on Oasis of the Seas – Similar to the Presidential Suite, the Royal Family Suite has access to the Concierge Club. As for the size, the suite can accommodate 8 guests within two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
AquaTheater Suite on Oasis of the Seas – Overlooking the outdoor amphitheater, these suites are located on decks 8, 9 and 10. They feature two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a wrap around balcony to enjoy nightly performances of the AquaTheater.
Caribbean Cruise Ports with Oasis of the Seas
- St. Thomas – Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas will be featured on the 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruises.
- St. Maarten – Philipsburg, St. Maarten will be a port of call on all 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruises.
- Bahamas – Nassau, Bahamas will be featured on all 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruises.
- Private Island of Labadee – Royal Caribbean’s private resort on Haiti will start hosting the Oasis of the Seas in May 2010 on 7-night Western Caribbean itineraries.
- Costa Maya – Costa Maya, Mexico will be another port of call on the 7-night Western Caribbean itinerary that will be offered starting in May 2010.
- Cozumel – Cozumel, Mexico will also be included on the 7-night Western Caribbean itinerary.
- Number of Days at Sea on Oasis of Seas Cruises – There will be 3 days at sea on all Oasis of the Seas Cruises.
For those who want a holiday cruise in December, the Oasis of the Seas will offer 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruises. And for holiday cruises in 2010, the 7-night cruise departing Fort Lauderdale on December 23, 2010 will include Labadee, Falmouth (Jamaica) and Cozumel, Mexico.
Renee Ruggero - Renee is a published travel writer and cruise industry insider with more than 1,000 days on cruise ships, visiting over 50 countries.
