Cadiz, October 29, 2019 – During a visit today to the Navantia shipyards (Cadiz), Royal Caribbean revealed all the details about the revitalization work being carried out on the Oasis of the Seas, the iconic ship that is celebrating its 10th anniversary and once revolutionized the cruise industry.
This revitalization, the most important the company has carried out to date, is part of its "Royal Amplified" fleet remodeling program and will involve an investment of $165 million.
According to Royal Caribbean,“with this renovation, we aim to modernize and reinvent a ship that pioneered the unique concept of seven neighborhoods, a zip line, and the AquaTheater.” Furthermore, “the revitalization of the Oasis of the Seas seeks to once again transform family vacations, incorporating some of the most revolutionary amenities found on the latest ships in our fleet.”
A team of over 5,000 people—300 of them dedicated to installing the Ultimate Abyss and Perfect Storm slides—from 50 different countries is participating in this project, which will take 63 days and 2 million work hours, requiring 1,650 containers of materials and supplies. After the refurbishment, 800 tons of weight will have been added to the Oasis of the Seas , and 81 areas on board the ship will have been renovated.
For this major revitalization, Royal Caribbean has once again chosen the Navantia shipyards in Cadiz, thus demonstrating the company's strong commitment to Spain and the Andalusian capital.
Navantia emphasizes that “our relationship with Royal Caribbean dates back to 2011, and since then Navantia has strived to deliver ships on time while meeting the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental protection. Numerous Royal Caribbean vessels have passed through our facilities, and we would like to thank Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. for their trust in our shipyards. We are also confident in maintaining a long-term relationship, which will benefit both companies and the entire Bay of Cádiz.”
This is not the first time Royal Caribbean has chosen this shipyard to refurbish its fleet. In fact, they have collaborated on previous occasions, and in 2020 the Allure of the Seas. After its modernization, the ship will be relaunched, sailing Mediterranean routes that same season.
The new Oasis of the Seas
Among the new features that the revitalization will incorporate are interesting gastronomic, leisure and entertainment proposals:
- A new Caribbean-inspired, which will also feature a water park for the little ones called Splashaway Bay.
- The signature bar that is already characteristic of TheLime & Coconut℠.
- The Music Hall, a live music venue with a large dance floor, makes its debut in the Oasis after becoming a classic in the Quantum.
- Also the world-renowned Bionic Bar®, where two robotic bartenders create the most special cocktails.
- The Perfect Storm℠, a trio of water slides: Typhoon, Cyclone and Supercell.
- The Ultimate Abyss℠, the tallest water slide in the sea.
- The company's first barbecue concept, Portside BBQ℠, and other gastronomic offerings already typical of the brand such as the Mexican El Loco Fresh.
- Spotlight Karaoke℠, a karaoke bar with a main stage and private rooms, where passengers can put their singing skills to the test with thousands of songs to choose from.
In addition, other new features will be offered, such as a revamped Adventure Ocean, where the little ones
They will be able to choose from interactive activities, art, science, and technological fun. It will also feature other spacious areas for teenagers where they can enjoy a lounge with video game consoles, music, movies, as well as a new outdoor terrace.
Both young and old will be able to enjoy:
- Glow-in-the-dark laser tag in Clash for the Crystal City, the ultimate battle with glow-in-the-dark laser guns. You decide which clan you belong to: the Yetis or the Snowshifters.
- Royal Escape Room – Apollo 18: Lunar Landing, a challenge that passengers will have to solve before time runs out.
All this, combined with a reinvented pool and sports area, with new relaxation options (including comfortable cabanas, sun loungers, hammocks and swings), new whirlpool tubs on the upper deck and a renovated Solarium for adults among many other things, will make the new Oasis of the Seas make history once again.
On November 24, it will set sail, offering 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries from Royal Caribbean’s new, state-of-the-art Terminal A in Miami. In May 2020, it will arrive in New York, becoming the largest ship and the first Oasis-class cruise ship in the area. During the summer, it will relocate to Cape Liberty in Bayonne, New Jersey, offering 7-night Bahamas cruises with visits to Royal Caribbean’s private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay.
