LHT28 #101 Posted January 21 4 minutes ago, Punam said: What throws me off is that I'm used to Celeb's Luminae which isn't a large MDR and is actually the main reason we like it. The food... meh. But it's nice to have a quieter place. Their MDR is noisy and after a day of touring we'd like a quietter spot for dinner. So I think that's why I'm asking. Another question (are you tired of me yet? ) ... re entertainment. I enjoy the evening shows on Celeb. It's just a fun hour even though sometimes it's overdone and tries too hard to be Vegas. But I do like something to do in the evening. Oceania has a reputation for being iffy in this departement, and I know it's subjective, but - your opinion please? well since the shows are usually standing room only I guess some people like them It is something to do in the evening some evening we will just sit & chat with other or go for a walk on the pool deck There is no private dining except in your cabin depening on the cat you are booking you can have the Butler serve you course by course Never been on X so not sure the size of the cabins you are used to but is sounds like you may need to book a PH or higher Maybe take one of the short cruises to give Oceania a try 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Punam #102 Posted January 21 3 minutes ago, LHT28 said: well since the shows are usually standing room only I guess some people like them It is something to do in the evening some evening we will just sit & chat with other or go for a walk on the pool deck There is no private dining except in your cabin depening on the cat you are booking you can have the Butler serve you course by course Never been on X so not sure the size of the cabins you are used to but is sounds like you may need to book a PH or higher Maybe take one of the short cruises to give Oceania a try Standing room only because the theatre is small, or...? I'm glad to hear the shows appeal. Agreed, it's something to do. Sky suites are only about 275 sq ft, but the layout is better than what I see on Marina. The Celeb suite is 400 sq ft and frankly, more room than we need since we're off the ship every day in port. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mura #103 Posted January 21 23 minutes ago, Punam said: Nice! Larger ships, or about the same as O? I'm watching Celeberity ruin what we used to enjoy and doing it at a fast pace with Edge, so I'm hoping Oceania stays the course so to speak 🙂 From what I have read they are about the same size physically but with 50 or so fewer passengers. Look for the thread on the new ships ...https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2621167-new-‘allura’-class-ships/ Mura 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Punam #104 Posted January 21 Standing room only because the theatre is small, or...? I'm glad to hear the shows appeal. Agreed, it's something to do. Sky suites are only about 275 sq ft, but the layout is better than what I see on Marina. The Celeb suite is 400 sq ft and frankly, more room than we need since we're off the ship every day in port. Quote Edit 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Punam #105 Posted January 21 Interesting, and yes - sounds like it'll be more expensive. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mura #106 Posted January 21 We don't often go to the shows. (My husband tends to go more than I do, I'm usually ready to relax in the room after dinner.) But it does seem to depend on the cruise. We have seen some excellent shows, some enjoyable but not spectacular shows, and sometimes we walk out in the middle. For the record, we are classical musicians ourselves so it can depend on what is scheduled! On the "R" ships the stage is so small it's hard for the dancers and the like to really have room to move around. If the entertainment is one musician/singer or a small group, it's rather different. The stage area is larger on the "O" ships although many people complain about the "theater" style seating. (OTOH, the seating set-up on the "R" ships can make it hard to see anything!) We usually opt for seats at the back of the room where we can be above everyone's heads. Since we usually enter as the show is about to start that is often our only choice anyway. Mura 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LHT28 #107 Posted January 21 19 minutes ago, Punam said: Standing room only because the theatre is small, or...? I'm glad to hear the shows appeal. Agreed, it's something to do. Sky suites are only about 275 sq ft, but the layout is better than what I see on Marina. The Celeb suite is 400 sq ft and frankly, more room than we need since we're off the ship every day in port. I believe the smaller ships hold 200 in the theater it is more caberet style seating the larger ships have a lot more seating of course not everyone goes to the shows so they do not hold everyone onboard some photos of the Riviera https://www.cruisecritic.com/photos/ships/riviera-607/ as for cabins it is a personal choice some prefer the PH with more space & a butler some like the insides enjoy whatever cruise you choose 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Punam #108 Posted January 21 22 minutes ago, Mura said: We don't often go to the shows. (My husband tends to go more than I do, I'm usually ready to relax in the room after dinner.) But it does seem to depend on the cruise. We have seen some excellent shows, some enjoyable but not spectacular shows, and sometimes we walk out in the middle. For the record, we are classical musicians ourselves so it can depend on what is scheduled! On the "R" ships the stage is so small it's hard for the dancers and the like to really have room to move around. If the entertainment is one musician/singer or a small group, it's rather different. The stage area is larger on the "O" ships although many people complain about the "theater" style seating. (OTOH, the seating set-up on the "R" ships can make it hard to see anything!) We usually opt for seats at the back of the room where we can be above everyone's heads. Since we usually enter as the show is about to start that is often our only choice anyway. Mura 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Punam #109 Posted January 21 23 minutes ago, Mura said: We don't often go to the shows. (My husband tends to go more than I do, I'm usually ready to relax in the room after dinner.) But it does seem to depend on the cruise. We have seen some excellent shows, some enjoyable but not spectacular shows, and sometimes we walk out in the middle. For the record, we are classical musicians ourselves so it can depend on what is scheduled! On the "R" ships the stage is so small it's hard for the dancers and the like to really have room to move around. If the entertainment is one musician/singer or a small group, it's rather different. The stage area is larger on the "O" ships although many people complain about the "theater" style seating. (OTOH, the seating set-up on the "R" ships can make it hard to see anything!) We usually opt for seats at the back of the room where we can be above everyone's heads. Since we usually enter as the show is about to start that is often our only choice anyway. Mura Can't please everyone, I know. Thanks for your observations. It helps a lot. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Punam #110 Posted January 21 12 minutes ago, LHT28 said: I believe the smaller ships hold 200 in the theater it is more caberet style seating the larger ships have a lot more seating of course not everyone goes to the shows so they do not hold everyone onboard some photos of the Riviera https://www.cruisecritic.com/photos/ships/riviera-607/ as for cabins it is a personal choice some prefer the PH with more space & a butler some like the insides enjoy whatever cruise you choose Snall theater, but really depends on how many people show up. I don't mind the back row 🙂 Thanks for the link! 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ORV #111 Posted January 21 (edited) 1 hour ago, Mura said: So far I haven't seen an abbreviation for the two new ships that have been ordered and won't be available for a few years (2023?). Maybe they'll the the "A" ships? Mura If they follow the regular method most cruise line do they should be referred to as the Allura Class. So they will probably be called the A ships. Edited January 21 by ORV 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StanandJim #112 Posted January 21 27 minutes ago, ORV said: If they follow the regular method most cruise line do they should be referred to as the Allura Class. So they will probably be called the A class. +1 FDR has already spoken of them, thus: "We are excited to expand the Oceania Cruises fleet with our new Allura class ships to meet the strong demand for upscale culinary - and destination-focused cruise vacations around the globe,” said Frank Del Rio, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd, the parent company of Oceania Cruises." 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redtravel #113 Posted January 22 Food is subjective. We just got off the Reflection. Food was ok. In November, we were on Oceania Marina. Both cruises were 14 days. Oceania has the best food. All of Oceania's food venues are excellent. Buffet is a class act. Buffet has excellent choices, tasty food, and great service. Never a wait or problem finding a table. The MDR is open for all meals including lunch on port days. Oceania does not have separated dining rooms by class of cabin. They treat all guests well. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hawaiidan #114 Posted January 28 On 7/25/2018 at 6:38 AM, Cruise Junky said: Not really true on Celebrity. Suites have their own private restaurant and their own private lounge where free drinks flow all day. And on the soon to be launched Edge, they'll have their own private outdoor deck with pool. That would bother me... putting myself on such a pedestal...... safe behind closed doors...ambivalent to the rest of the world. I dont feel a need that bad. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cruise Junky #115 Posted January 29 2 hours ago, Hawaiidan said: That would bother me... putting myself on such a pedestal...... safe behind closed doors...ambivalent to the rest of the world. I dont feel a need that bad. My post wasn’t about your feelings. It stated that you’re not necessarily sharing a ship with 3,000 other people as you stated. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites