We sailed on the Oceana to the Caribbean and America on a 35 night cruise and really had a wonderful time.
Our first impressions of the Oceana was of a tired, older ship in need of a facelift, but if you weigh up the positives against the negatives it really is a lovely ship.
We have sailed with Royal Caribbean, N C L ,Thomson and a few other P&O ships but must say this is the best for genuine staff interaction. The entertainment staff are second to none, they are so friendly and fun to be with. The visiting entertainment acts were mostly brilliant and varied, from singers to jugglers to ventriloquists, and although I did not attend the afternoon varied talks (well the sun was out), my husband thought they were great. Music quizes in the afternoons around the sunny pool were most enjoyable. The bar staff and waiters were lovely and I think because it was a fairly long cruise they enjoyed the interaction with the passengers.
Very good, clean with tea making facilities. Comfortable beds and nicely decorated but a little tired. More than adequate.
We took a taxi from outside the port area with the fabulous Brian. He took us to the beach and came back for us at an agreed time.
It was great.
We just wandered around on foot to have a good look at the area around the port.
We took a private tour around the island with a bus we found outside the port area. It was much cheaper and the island is absolutely gorgeous.
We took a private bus to the town. We found it most intimidating and were a little nervous so returned to the ship.
We walked around the town which was Ok.
Fantastic. There is so much to do and see. We walked and bused and went on trams. The French market and French quarters are stunning. Highlight of the cruise.
We hired push bikes and cycled all the way around. A stunning day out, we loved it.
We went on a private trip to an aircraft carrier. very interesting.
A nice place to have a walk around and stretch your legs.
A nice place to walk around and have a drink and stretch your legs.
Only seen Southampton from train station to port.