Bit of a Blog : Oasis of the Seas : B2B : Barcelona – Rotterdam : September 18th '14

[xavi90]

I can tolerate savoury bites...... love 'em!!

 

 

 

 

I forego dessert

 

Formal night live entertainment in the promenade

 

 

 

I may have missed Oasis of Dreams but I got to see the last performance of Hairspray. Drew came out after the show to thank the cast and crew. Was very emotional

 

 

ETA looks like Photobucket playing up again..... hopefully it will sort itself out....

 

Its the last show of Hairspray for Oasis? in transatlantic only has Cats or too Hairspray?

[PCWalton1]

 

Mojo

 

 

 

 

ooh I love those pork chops.

[Cindy]

I can tolerate savoury bites...... love 'em!!

 

 

 

I read somewhere that Savory Bites are made with potato flour instead of wheat flour.

[AntiCat]

Its the last show of Hairspray for Oasis? in transatlantic only has Cats or too Hairspray?

 

Hairspray is removed and put into Storage. The two main characters told us during a FAQ session that they are leaving Oasis. One of them has a contract in a Broadway play. I can't remember where the second one was heading to.

Edited September 26, 2014 by AntiCat

[happy trailer]

 

Bringing in the Jewish New Year, practising.

 

 

Shana Tova v' Metukah, Linda! I can't believe I just finally started reading your 'bit of a blog' tonight- I've read it all straight through, and am loving it!

 

DH and I are booked on an Allure Med cruise next May, so I'm paying extra close attention to your reporting :)

 

What a fun way to start the new year! Enjoy- and thanks!

 

Ruth

[NorbertsNiece]

Shana Tova v' Metukah, Linda! I can't believe I just finally started reading your 'bit of a blog' tonight- I've read it all straight through, and am loving it!

 

DH and I are booked on an Allure Med cruise next May, so I'm paying extra close attention to your reporting :)

 

What a fun way to start the new year! Enjoy- and thanks!

 

Ruth

 

I can't tell you how my heart kvelled to hear the shofar at sea!! I was Indy exactly 6 years ago with my Uncle Norbert but no-one had a shofar..... this chapel was full of over 100 Israelis...... you can imagine the atmosphere.... was wonderful. May your year ahead be filled with love, happiness and the sound of the sea.

[NorbertsNiece]

 

 

As I'm disembarking the photographers are already returning to the ship

 

 

Two gangways to disembark

 

 

 

The terminal is awake and open for business

 

[happy trailer]

I can't tell you how my heart kvelled to hear the shofar at sea!! I was Indy exactly 6 years ago with my Uncle Norbert but no-one had a shofar..... this chapel was full of over 100 Israelis...... you can imagine the atmosphere.... was wonderful. May your year ahead be filled with love, happiness and the sound of the sea.

 

I'm starting off with 30 days at sea, right after Sukkot :D

 

More and more Israelis are catching the cruise bug- I know I've turned on a few :)

 

To a meaningful year, filled with contentment and peace-

 

Enjoy, and Chag Sameach!

[NorbertsNiece]

 

Taxis available

 

 

Finally I get a full length shot!

 

 

 

It's a long flat walk. Looks longer than it really was.....

 

 

[NorbertsNiece]

The little tourist train costs 3 euros per journey as opposed to 5 euros return with RCL in the coach. The tourist train stops about a 5 minute walk short of where the RCL bus drops off.

 

 

 

 

By taking the walk by the water you will come across a vibrant artisan market

 

 

 

Edited September 26, 2014 by NorbertsNiece

[nikki303]

Thank you for taking the time to do this review. I am sailing on Oasis for the first time in November and I am enjoying your blog very much!

[little britain]

Despite the whole row B on my set sail pass being highlighted in bright orange, they still missed this and charged me in GBP!

 

Sent from my KFTT using Tapatalk

[NorbertsNiece]

Sat in 'El Corte Ingles' in Vigo. With a lovely coffee. Saw a gorgeous sleeveless quilted jacket the actual name for which escapes me. I'm too big still for their 'L'. Sigh.

 

Rang my 3 DD's. My eldest picked up and I got to speak to GS1. He said he couldn't see me..... he's 3 and is used to Skyping with me! Thanks for following me B!!

 

They had crew emergency drill this morning. Just as well I realised (was walking). Anyone still in bed would've had a shock with the emergency siren going off!

[Clarea]

Despite the whole row B on my set sail pass being highlighted in bright orange, they still missed this and charged me in GBP!

It happens so often, one wonders if it's a corporate policy.:confused:

[emmy]

Here you and Lady O Oasis of the Seas in Vigo Spain today.

Found a webcam for Vigo

 

http://www.crtvg.es/crtvg/camaras-web/vigo-mobil

 

 

[NorbertsNiece]

Here you and Lady O Oasis of the Seas in Vigo Spain today.

Found a webcam for Vigo

 

http://www.crtvg.es/crtvg/camaras-web/vigo-mobil

 

 

 

Oooooh that's terrific Emmy!!

 

Back in my room. Have ordered room service for lunch for a change..... will see how that goes....

 

I may gave gone shopping this morning.... that blue bag from the M&M has sure come in handy..... and it has a little outer zip up pocket that holds a bottle of water nicely :D

 

 

ETA Room service arrived in less than 10 minutes..... maybe 5..... !!!!!

 

Emmy : Shall I go up top with the boa for you to try and catch it? Msg me on FB.....

Edited September 27, 2014 by NorbertsNiece

[heatherb1958]

Despite the whole row B on my set sail pass being highlighted in bright orange, they still missed this and charged me in GBP!

 

Sent from my KFTT using Tapatalk

 

This is another reason we settle in Dollars cash.

Haven't nominated a credit card in years, long gone are the days when J bought jewellery onboard so cash is now king in our house.:)

Edited September 27, 2014 by heatherb1958

[NorbertsNiece]

A little sailing class has just convened right beside us..... there are many little craft around inspecting our proximity along with a security raft making sure they don't get too close.... the sound of the children's voices is so endearing as they carry across the air.....

 

[NorbertsNiece]

The market is waking up

 

 

 

It's taken about 25 minutes to walk to where the buses set down

 

 

There is also a public bus service here

 

 

 

Edited September 27, 2014 by NorbertsNiece

[NorbertsNiece]

There is a large pedestrianised area

 

 

At the top of this street there is a wonderful tapas bar on the right.

 

 

I have no idea how he does this.... I have been impressed of all the various street performers I have come across.

 

 

DD1 has asked me not to buy these for the GS

 

 

Live entertainment at the top of the street

 

 

[NorbertsNiece]

Just want to add that I am having a wonderful day..... just hearing the sounds of the children having their class down on the water is so uplifting!! They're so happy!!

 

 

 

Am looking for something for a GS..... I don't buy these but they remnd of Big Bang Theory again!

 

 

Heading back.... there's a segway tour....

 

 

We're being observed

 

 

From quite a ways away

 

[NorbertsNiece]

Where the little train stops

 

 

 

 

 

There's lot of nice jewellery, handicrafts, bread, etc at the market as well as many restaurants including a sushi place!

 

 

[NorbertsNiece]

I get someone to take my pic and do the same for them.... they turn out to be ex-pats and not passengers.... they had come from Marbella specifically to see Oasis.

 

 

Sorrento's

 

 

 

They have a GF designated oven

 

 

 

[NorbertsNiece]

 

The beach is right next door

 

 

I have a nap and when I'm all snoozed out this has parked up....

 

 

There is much interest from local craft.....

 

 

....and also from locals

 

 

I know people are always asking about the dividers between balconies.....

 

[NorbertsNiece]

Major racket from seagulls outside.

 

I go to see what's up.

 

Lady has her hand over the balcony above and she's feeding them.

That can't be right surely?