Following a 14-day transatlantic crossing from Turku, Finland, Royal Caribbean International's newest cruise ship Oasis of the Seas arrived into its home port at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida USA. Hundreds of onlookers including Royal Caribbean International senior management, local government officials, residents and media watched the ship's debut in the United States.

Final touches will be applied to the ship over the next six days ahead of pre-inaugural celebrations including an exclusive performance by pop star Rihanna. On Thursday 19 November, 2009, the star will be the first performer to take the stage on Oasis of the Seas. The ship will make its worldwide television premiere on ABC TV network’s Good Morning America show from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. (EST) on Friday 20 November, 2009. The ship's pre-inaugural activities can be followed on cruisebusiness.com

The official naming ceremony for Oasis of the Seas will take place on Monday 30 November, 2009 during a one-night inaugural celebration fundraiser in aid of the non-profit Make-A-Wish Foundation, which grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions.

Oasis of the Seas is the largest and most revolutionary cruise ship in the world. An architectural marvel at sea, it spans 16 decks, encompasses 225,282 gross registered tons, carries 5,408 guests at double occupancy, and features 2,704 staterooms. Oasis of the Seas is the first ship to feature Royal Caribbean International’s new neighbourhood concept of seven distinct themed areas, which include Central Park, Boardwalk, the Royal Promenade, the Pool and Sports Zone, Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center, Entertainment Place and Youth Zone. The ship sails weekly from her home port of Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.