Oasis of the Seas Eastern Caribbean Cruise

7 nights, roundtrip from Ft.Lauderdale, Florida

February 13 – 20, 2010
Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas

Sail on Royal Caribbean's newest and largest cruise ship, Oasis of the Seas to the Eastern Caribbean! (7 night cruise departing February 13, 2010, week of President's Day Holiday )
Join Pied Piper Travel as we celebrate our Twentieth Season of organizing gay groups on the world's most luxurious cruise ships. We'll sail roundtrip from the exciting, gay-friendly port of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida! During our voyage we'll visit these beautiful Caribbean islands: St. Thomas, St. Maarten, and the Bahamas!

All this is yours while you are pampered with gracious service, gourmet dining, and numerous venues for entertainment on the newest and largest cruise ship in the world, Oasis of the Seas!

Sail with us on the largest cruise ship afloat! Special features of this exciting liner include a street fair, outdoor park, ice-skating rink, and a rock climbing wall! You can dine in her fabulous three deck high dining room or one of several alternate restaurants. Whatever your pleasure, you won't be bored on the Oasis of the Seas!

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Fort Lauderdale lies along the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the New River, 25 miles north of Miami. Its warm tropical weather attracts many people throughout the year. For sun-worshippers, the city has six miles of beaches. There are also many recreational waterways with extensive boating facilities, access to every conceivable water sport, a variety of fascinating museums and trendy restaurants, and an array of entertainment venues.

People have been flocking to Fort Lauderdale's beaches for decades. And with good reason. Fort Lauderdale Beach is a two-mile strip of beautiful beach featuring the recently renovated Promenade which offers all sorts of bars, restaurants and shops.

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas

St. Thomas is known as an idyllic holiday spot today, but its history is not so peaceful. In the 18th century, the island was at the centre of a bustling pirate culture, as swashbuckling pirates such as Blackbeard and Drake traded stolen wares in the port of Charlotte Amalie. This world-renowned Caribbean island is home to amazing beaches, gorgeous sea and landscapes and unbelievable duty-free shopping.

While the beaches and ocean are beautiful, there is one thing that really sets St. Thomas apart – shopping. Browse through the shop-lined streets of Charlotte Amalie and find out why St. Thomas is called the 'duty-free shopping capital of the world'. Shop for duty-free trinkets and bargains on everything from alcohol to imported china and crystal.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

When the Spanish closed their colonial fort on St. Maarten in 1648, a few Dutch and French soldiers hid on the island and decided to share it. Soon after, the Netherlands and France signed a formal agreement to split St. Maarten in half, as it is today. Philipsburg displays its Dutch heritage in its architecture and landscaping. The island offers endless stretches of beach, beautiful landscapes and great shopping.

Compete in an actual race on an America's Cup shortened course. Grind a winch, trim a sail or just sit back and enjoy. Professional sailors will give you a quick lesson, then you're off to compete on Stars and Stripes, one of the most famous sailing boats in the world.

Nassau, Bahamas

For a city now known for its warming sun and balmy breezes, Nassau has a tumultuous past. First settled by the English, the area was contested by England, France and Spain. For many years, Nassau was a home base for notorious pirates, and it was burned to the ground by the Spanish on three separate occasions. Since 1740, however, visitors from all over the world in search of both relaxation and adventure have made Nassau their favourite destination.

Take advantage of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get up close and personal with a dolphin. Have your picture taken while kissing these loving creatures, learn about their anatomy, and pet and feed them while standing in waist-deep water. All at the wonderful facility that is home to Universal Studios' Flipper, who starred in the 1996 movie of the same name.