Oasis of the Seas refurb

ROYAL Caribbean International has announced a $165 million refurbishment for Oasis of the Seas in celebration of the vessel’s 10th anniversary.

The refurbished ship is scheduled to service seven-night Caribbean itineraries from Miami on 24 Nov.

The pool deck is the focus of the makeover, set to feature a Splashaway Bay kids aquapark, and a new suite of waterslides.

The Lime & Coconut signature bar will also arrive for bigger kids, as will a new musical hall, while the Portside BBQ and Spotlight Karaoke can be enjoyed by all.

Other enhancements of the renovation include the addition of El Loco Fresh, which will serve made-to-order tacos, burritos, quesadillas, mini-salads, and salsas, and Sugar Beach, featuring over 200 different types of candy and a new ice-cream window.

“Our Oasis Class ships continue to lead the industry and attract vacationers new to cruising,” said Michael Bayley, President/CEO of Royal Caribbean International.

“Now with the ability to disrupt the industry once again, we’ve gone all-in with our biggest and boldest amplification yet. Royal Caribbean International is planning to invest $1 billion in 10 of its ships over the next four years as part of its Royal Amplified modernisation project.