My wife, 4 young children and I just returned from the February 4 Oasis Western Caribbean cruise. It was our first family cruise and it was spectacular. With the caveat that we are a very active sports family, I cannot comprehend how others could complain about this experience. The ship is beautiful, well kept at all times and it's size enables people to always spread out and do different things. The broadway quality shows, alone, would have been worth it and we could not believe the quality and athleticism exhibited. The Aqua Theater diving and Splish Splash shows have world class divers and acrobats and the Frozen in Time ice show has similar elite talent. My 12 and 10 year olds played basketball all week on the sports court, and my 7 and 5 year olds were thrilled and stimulated by the diverse programing of the Activities Staff. We will forever remember my 7 year old in the thoughtful Pirate Parade and 1st rate face painting.

Yes, the food in the main dining room is average, but the great staff and decor made up for it. I disagree very strongly with prior posts' criticism of the Wind Jammer cafe. We loved the set up and were always able to quickly navigate the buffets because they are not limited by single file lines. The Park Cafe roast beef sandwiches are as advertised - very good.

Central Park on the 8th deck really made a difference. It is rarely crowded, quiet and beautiful at night with its decorative lights and trees. In hindsight, the flow riders are not up to the hype. No doubt, a lot of fun, but always a line, and they were closed for the first half of port days (- bummer). Read more