Some mid-cruise observations on Allure

[doppelganger2621]

Just wanted to share some observations midweek aboard our first cruise since the pandemic started—also happy to answer any questions.

 

1) The ship: What can I say, Allure is amazing. Just an incredible ship. This is my first Oasis class journey and I just can’t believe all that is available on board for us to do. Even just “walking around” is fun. We’re traveling with three children in our party and haven’t heard any “I’m bored”. Embarkation could not have been easier. 

 

2) Food: This is what I was worried about reading some more recent Royal review. I’m pleased to say we’ve had absolutely excellent food at all venues. We don’t specialty dine, but every night the MDR has delivered very good food and no one in my party is disappointed. Windjammer food has also been great. Haven’t had a bad meal on board yet.

 

3) Service: Again, another thing I was worried about but Allure has delivered. It has seemed sufficiently staffed at all times. Sailaway day at the bars I felt was maybe a little understaffed but every day since then has been great. Room steward service is excellent. Dining service has been excellent.

 

4) Adventure Ocean: probably the only “low point” of the cruise. Our two 8 year olds in the travel party didn’t care for AO. The programming was mostly large group stuff and there weren’t a lot of options for them to do anything specific. Our second at sea day we just let the kids explore the pool deck all day with a couple of adults on the deck in case they need anything and they had infinitely more fun.

 

5) Bonus: Deluxe Beverage Package has been worth every single penny and more. It’s day 4 and we have well passed our “breakeven” for the package. Like not even close. If you’re teetering, I have to say get it. We paid $60.99 a person but it’s absolutely worth it even at $72+ for us. 
 

If anyone has questions—I’m happy to answer 

Edited June 23, 2022 by doppelganger2621

[Ocean Boy]

Allure is an awesome ship. I've been on her twice this year. I'm glad you are having a good experience!

[Ozark_Kid]

Thanks for sharing.  The Oasis class has become our favorite ships.  It's been a few years since we were on Allure.  We will be on in October   Looking forward to trying Samba for the 1st time.  How has the shows?  We were on Ovation last month.   Enjoyed the cruise but missed the diving shows at the Aquatheater and the ice shows.

[SplashOfWater]

I'm glad to hear Allure has exceeded your expectations. We sailed on Harmony last month (our first Oasis class ship) after years of telling ourselves we would never, ever sail on one of those huge ships. Well, we loved it! The food was great, the service was excellent, and the staff were friendly. The ship never felt crowded because there are so many different venues for guests to spread out. We've booked another cruise on Harmony for September.

Enjoy the rest of your cruise!

[doppelganger2621]

8 hours ago, Ozark_Kid said:

Thanks for sharing.  The Oasis class has become our favorite ships.  It's been a few years since we were on Allure.  We will be on in October   Looking forward to trying Samba for the 1st time.  How has the shows?  We were on Ovation last month.   Enjoyed the cruise but missed the diving shows at the Aquatheater and the ice shows.

Doing the ice show tonight—Aquatheater show was outstanding. Definitely a highlight of the trip for us. Half the group I’m with went to Mamma Mia last night and really enjoyed it, the rest of us just did some late swimming, casino, etc.

[OCSC Mike]

Glad to hear you're having such a great cruise! My BIL/SIL will be on Allure next month.

 

We were on Harmony a few weeks ago and have sailed Oasis-class several times. Have had a great time on each one!

[SECdawg]

Thank you for updating us. We will be on Allure in August. 

[doppelganger2621]

Forgot to add:

 

COVID: Haven’t really heard much coughing or general illness on board this week. Someone in an elevator mentioned they had someone with a Hazmat suit on their floor on Tuesday, but I haven’t heard much about COVID going around or symptoms from other passengers.