Oasis of the Seas Launch Gets Cruise Line Fans Talking

Online, November 24, 2009 (Newswire.com) - Royal Caribbean's release of the world's largest cruise ship, the Oasis of the Seas has caused quite a surge of activity on CruiseLineFans.com. The Oasis of the Seas introduces unique industry "firsts" including a neighborhood concept with 7 distinct neighborhoods on board for passengers to explore. This includes 24 restaurants, an Amphi-Theater called Aqua Theatre and an on-board Central Park.

In just one week of intense coverage, Cruise Line Fans has seen 10% growth in overall traffic and is home to over 240 unique and active conversations regarding the Oasis of the Seas. In less than a week, the percent of total traffic at Cruise Line Fans accounted for by the Oasis of the Seas, rose dramatically from 4% to 12%. With many pictures of the cruise ship including deck plans and with a vast selection of Oasis of the Seas arrival videos, the forum has been attracting a high volume of cruise enthusiasts.

Alex Saint, Director of Cruise Line Fans comments: "Royal Caribbean's debut of the mega-ship, Oasis of the Seas, and the resulting spike in internet traffic to CruiseLineFans.com, demonstrates the on-going strength of the cruise industry even during economic downturns. CruiseLineFans.com and its staff are delighted to be at the forefront of the upward trend in cruise news, reviews and deals."

Oasis of the Seas topics covered at Cruise Line Fans include; live photos of the Oasis cruise ship arriving in Southampton, UK, constant updates about its transatlantic progress to its final home in Florida, lively discussion of the Q3 Investor Earning Call held on November 3, Rihanna's upcoming performance aboard the ship, and roll calls for many Oasis of the Seas voyages including the Inaugural Voyage.