Cruise Radio: Weekly Cruise News & Travel Tips Odyssey of The Seas Review 2026 + Cruise News | Royal Caribbean
Feb 12, 2026
Richard Sims, staff writer who tracks cruise incidents and industry news, joins to unpack dramatic man-overboard rescues, a Carnival IT outage, and Royal Caribbean shareholder and policy updates. They also review Odyssey of the Seas: embarkation, dining, entertainment, casino layout, Royal Beach Club in Nassau, and New Year’s Eve celebrations. Practical tips for first-time Quantum-class cruisers are sprinkled throughout.
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Dining Plans May Mean Smaller Portions
- Dining packages can reduce portion sizes or limit extras compared with a la carte orders.
- Jason noticed slightly smaller servings at Izumi when using the dining plan despite good quality.
Playmakers: Bar Food That Works
- Jason likened Playmakers to elevated bar food and praised crispy wings and onion ring tower.
- He used the $20 per person dining credit to share big plates with new friends.
Casino Air Is Noticeably Better
- Odyssey's casino layout felt less smoky than Oasis-class ships and had separate smoking zones.
- Improved air handling kept the space comfortable despite active gaming areas.