"LIVE" from the Oasis of the Seas - February 21, 2015

[MAE#65]

Looking forward to your review- We are going in May - 11 degrees in NC this am- Cannot wait for the sunshine:):):):)

[SBNDers]

Packing is completed and I'm ready to hit the hay in order to be top of my game at 0 dark thirty. Thanks to those of you already following along for all the nice comments!

 

My poor pups have been following me around all evening. For all you pet lovers out there, I'm sure you can relate. As soon as the suitcases come out, they become Klingons in anticipation of your departure.

 

 

I'm fortunate to have an awesome dog sitter who is also a vet tech. 👍 Ready for this vacation to begin and feeling great about the fact that all of mine will be well taken care of while we are gone!

 

 

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This picture says it all - make sure you post one of them after you get back home.

[Jerseygirl1416]

I'm following!

 

I know what you mean about the pets. Sometimes it harder for me to leave her than the kids. (Oh no did I say that outloud???)

 

Safe travels and enjoy!

[jamesr3939]

Sailing on her March 14th and will be following your review. We have MTD and since I hate to plan ahead on vacation we just decided to spin the wheel each night and see what's available when/where we decide to eat. If you are doing the same let me know how it works out.

 

Also, staying at the Hilton Marina. I read some recent reviews that were not all that favorable, so let me know what you think. I guess it doesn't really matter since I can't find any Hilton properties close by that have point stays for a decent number. How do you plan to get from the hotel to the ship?

[JS99]

Looking forward to your review.

Have been on the Oasis twice and hope to sail again in Nov.

Have a great time and safe travels.

 

Jean

[DreamingBig1]

Congrats on making it to Diamond Plus, and thank you for taking me on the trip with you!

[royal girl]

56 days till the Oasis for us! Looking forward to your report!

 

Beautiful dogs!! I'm already dreading leaving my two!! :(

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[Natmom]

Love the pic of your dogs! My Molly is the same, pouting and following me everywhere once the suitcase comes out.

[EaganCruiser]

we sail on Oasis on SATURDAY MARCH 7TH...can not wait...we are lucky...my SIL will be watching Malibu (yorkie ****zu) when we are gone...doing 2 pre-nights at the Bahia Mar near the port...and will be attending the marriage ceremony of Aubree Rock and Matt Jenkins on Friday at 5pm on the beach in FLL...65 to attend and 24 of us sail away the next Morning...heading to the pier around 10am Saturday...to check in with the diamond group...the ship is the focus of this trip...have been to all of the ports of call many many times already...will do some jewelry shopping in St Thomas...we have gotten some great buys there in the past and very happy with everything...I have already been in touch with 2 of the shops and they know I will be there on Tuesday the 11th...IT'S TIME TO GET OUT OF THIS FROZEN TUNDRA CALLED MINNEAPOLIS...:cool:

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[niksmom630]

We've arrived! I haven't seen greenery in months!

 

 

 

 

 

 

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[niksmom630]

I'll backtrack a bit later for any questions. Here are a few photos around the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina....having a beer outside...its a " tad" chilly, but I'm not complaining 😨

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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[Diver2014]

Sorry about the chill....it's not usually this cold in south Florida. We may have to wear long sleeves getting on the ship tomorrow.....:eek:

[niksmom630]

Outdoor bar area

 

 

 

Wish they'd fire up these puppies!

 

 

 

 

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[PCWalton1]

Chris,

Thank you, thank you for doing a live report. It was only a month ago since we were on Oasis but it seems like forever. Looking forward to the pictures of your fun times.

[cruzin4sun]

Thank you so much for doing this live review. It will be our turn in 11 weeks, can't wait.

Have a great cruise !

[niksmom630]

Chris,

 

Thank you, thank you for doing a live report. It was only a month ago since we were on Oasis but it seems like forever. Looking forward to the pictures of your fun times.

 

 

Thanks, Bill! Your report got me through the long, cold weeks leading up to our cruise, so I am happy to pay back!....

 

 

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[niksmom630]

Ok, I have a few more photos.....

 

This is the main tower...I think these rooms facing the street have a view of Port Everglades.

 

 

We are in the building to the right of the tower...and the last room at the end of the hall. It is literally a country mile from the lobby.

 

In any event, we had a much better experience that last time we stayed here. When we made our reservations, we booked a king, marina view room. The first room they assigned us overlooked the parking lot and had no balcony. So, back I went to the front desk. Got a new room assigned. Got a new room assigned for the 2 BIL's and SIL. Door keys only seem to be working sporadically. DBIL had to have maintenance out twice because his key has not worked. For the price we paid, I would probably not stay here again...disappointing, because I had high hopes because of our last experience. The outdoor spaces are lovely, but the inside definately needs some work...

 

 

 

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[Diver2014]

you might want to give the Hyatt at Pier 66 a try some time. It's across the 17th Street Causeway but still only a short distance to the pier.

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[niksmom630]

We had dinner at Bimini Boatyard on our last visit to Fort Lauderdale and really enjoyed it. Walk out the front entrance, turn right, and walk about three blocks...they are famous for their Bimini Bread. It is absolutely amazing! I could have eaten the whole loaf myself.

 

 

we were hoping to sit outside, but it was just too brisk...I did get some photos outside though. They have live entertainment here as well.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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[niksmom630]

light dinner for me this evening, since I filled up on Bimini bread!

 

Shrimp cocktail and Caesar salad. DH had the ribs, and really enjoyed them...

 

 

 

 

There is a very nice outdoor seating area here

 

 

Nice vessel, huh???

 

 

 

 

 

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[niksmom630]

Final post until tomorrow, There is a Walgreens only two blocks away--we passed it on the way to Bimini, so we decided to stop and pick up some wine to bring on board...let's just say there is a very limited selection!!!!

 

 

 

 

 

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[renza]

Now you see how us floridians freeze when it's 50s. It's so cold. Our blood is to thin for this weather. Good thing we are back in the 70s tomorrow. We will be sailing her in June. Ty

[niksmom630]

you might want to give the Hyatt at Pier 66 a try some time. It's across the 17th Street Causeway but still only a short distance to the pier.

 

 

I will try it next time. We've also stayed at the Embassy Suites--we like being near the port. We had a great experience here last time, so I'm kind of disappointed....The rooms here are NOT inexpensive...

 

 

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[TryingCruising]

I'm loving all these live reviews! It's helping me get through this winter. Thanks for taking us along. I look forward to boarding tomorrow :)

[cruisinghawg]

you might want to give the Hyatt at Pier 66 a try some time. It's across the 17th Street Causeway but still only a short distance to the pier.

Bingo.....go this route next time. Best in Ft Lauderdale. I am in and reading and thanks.