 |
A truely spectacular cruise! by
Robin J. from East Windsor, NJ Sailing date: Oct 2011Pros: Almost everything! Cons: The stateroom mini bar prices. Upon arrival at the ships port, from a far distance we were in awe of the massage size of the ship. We arrived on the gangway and when we finally boarded the ship, we entered through the main promenade. WOW! I could not believe that where we arrived was actually the ship! The main promenade was exciting and beautiful! We really enjoyed the activities; there was so much to do! The food was very deliicious, and the service was wonderful. Our stateroom was very clean and we loved our view of the ocean. I was very happy to relate my experience of the cruise to my friends and family. Ship QualityWow! That was my thought when we boarded the ship through the main promenade. Dining/FoodThe food was excellent! The main diningroom was beautiful. Stateroom QualityEven though our stateroom was a little smaller than our last cruise, I was very pleased with the decor and the cleanliness of the room, especially the bathroom. Ship Staff QualityVery friendly and courtious. Entertainment & ActivitiesLoved the ice show and aqua show. like the variety of activities. 
Collapse List of Ports
Labadee (Cruiseline Private Island)Labadee was beautiful. .
Falmouth, JamaicaDidn't venture out too much, just did a little shopping.
 7 out of 7 people found this review helpful.
Did you find this review helpful?
  Amazing Cruise by
Ray J from East Windsor, New Jersey Sailing date: Oct 2011Pros: EVERYTHING. Ship was amazing. Cons: LEAVING the ship Amazing. We were in awe when we walked on the ship. The ship was much more than we expected. We could not believe the elegance and amineties on the ship. We spent the entire week enjoyng the shows and activities as well as marveling at how it was possible to cruise on a ship with a boardwalk, central park, and grand promonade..
Truly exceptional. Ship QualityTruly exceptional Dining/FoodMain dining was incredible. Staff was exceptional. Stateroom QualityState room was very nice and clean. Ship Staff QualityShip staff was VERY friendly. Incredible service. We did not experince any unpleasant events. Entertainment & ActivitiesWe attended all of the shows. The shows were enjoyable.
Collapse List of Ports
Labadee (Cruiseline Private Island)My wife enjoyed the lunch and beach port. I would have prefered to stay on the ship.
Falmouth, JamaicaTourist shopping port. We purchased gifts and returned to the ship.
2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
Did you find this review helpful?
summer vacation by
mike d. from bradenton, florida Sailing date: Jul 2011Pros: the ship! Cons: the ports...all of them! The ship is truly an amazing, impressive structure! The ports were regrettably a waste of time. Staying on board was better than getting off. Ship QualityBest ship on the seas! Dining/FoodSuperior dining everywhere! Stateroom QualityGreat room, wish I could have afforded a suite.... Ship Staff Quality
Entertainment & ActivitiesAlmost all the shows were great.... Blue Planet was disappointing... Children's ProgramsOn board ....awesome! In port....horrible!
Collapse List of Ports
Cozumel, MexicoDolphin encounter cool, but everywhere the town is in disrepair....a little depressing!
Labadee (Cruiseline Private Island)Total waste, horrible rocky beach, way overpricedfor everything.
Falmouth, JamaicaStill under construction...hard to rate right now.
7 out of 9 people found this review helpful.
Did you find this review helpful?
Cruise was all I expected and more by
Robert P from Lakeland fl Sailing date: Jul 2011Pros: Relaxing carefree lots to do Cons: That it was over The allure of the sea is largest cruise ship that had a 5000+ people on it - at no time was it hard to find a chair to catch the rays. Tons of activities and night life without massive crowds - the excursions were just right - ship very clean ! Ship Quality
Dining/FoodI did my time dining and waited at max 10 minutes for a table - food was ridiculously good Stateroom QualityI had great room - 14 th floor quiet - even with honeymooners next door Ship Staff QualityVery nice and from all parts of the world - they were so energetic Entertainment & Activities
Children's ProgramsKids zone was free and they didn't want to leave - this program blows all ships out of the water
Collapse List of Ports
Cozumel, MexicoDid dolphin encounter - nice place nice people - do it
Labadee (Cruiseline Private Island)Just great place to chill - zip line and snorkeling fantastic - all within walking distance
Falmouth, JamaicaPeople there are so poor that they sell things too aggressively - skip all market places - got annoying quick - duns river falls is great -
8 out of 8 people found this review helpful.
Did you find this review helpful?
Amazing ship by
A Traveler from Grand Rapids, MI Sailing date: Jun 2011Pros: The food and Oceanaria Cons: The Ports of Call The "Allure" is an amazing ship. It was hard to imagine that it actually was a ship cruising through the water and not a city. It is huge, but the interactive signage kept us from getting lost. Central Park is just beautiful, and the Promenade and Boardwalk were attractive and interesting places. Ship Quality
Dining/FoodThe food was excellent. It was prepared well and the presentation was very appealing. Stateroom Quality
Ship Staff QualityThe wait staff in the dining room were outstanding! Our stateroom attendant was very helpful and attended to all of our needs. Even the maintenance personnel responded to our request very quickly. Entertainment & ActivitiesOceanaria and Blue Planet were wonderful shows. We chose not to attend "Chicago" because of the "R" rating. We enjoyed Jazz on 4 but did not attend the Comedy Shows because of the "blue" humor.
Collapse List of Ports
Cozumel, MexicoWe really liked Cozumel seven years ago. However, the vendors have become much more aggressive since that time which made it very difficult to shop. The prices have gone up significantly. We really enjoyed our experience at Poncho's Backyard. The food was very good, the waiters were very friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was relaxing and comfortable - a welcome change from the walk down the street.
Labadee (Cruiseline Private Island)Every activity costs extra and the vendors were so aggressive that it made our family uncomfortable to walk to the beach.
Falmouth, JamaicaNot a lot to do now. This area is still under development and it is difficulty to rate.
6 out of 6 people found this review helpful.
Did you find this review helpful?
Best Cruise ever!!!!!! by
Jeanette P from NEW JERSEY Sailing date: Mar 2011Pros: Everything This ship was amazing..... the staff was so pleasant .... My first day was like ... Wow how am I gona get around to see everything. But by the 4th day, I was familiar with the ship. This cruise is for all ages.... Would do again soon..... Ship Quality
Dining/Food
Stateroom Quality
Ship Staff Quality
Entertainment & Activities
Children's Programs
13 out of 15 people found this review helpful.
Did you find this review helpful?
Awesome Ship by
Lee N from St. Petersburg, FL Sailing date: Jan 2011Pros: The ship itself Cons: The experience at Chops was not the greatest, the steak was great but that was about all I can say. Our 13th cruise and our 7th on RCI. The Allure cannot be missed along with its sister ship the Oasis of the Seas. We were on the 7th voyage of the Allure and the ship is spectacular!!! The food was very good and entertainment (Chicago, Aqua Theater, Blue Planet, and Games on Ice) were superb. The ship is a destination all by it self. Our balcony stateroom was the normal size for RCI and very nicely appointed. The mattress and the shower were the best we have had at sea. Check in was less than 15 min. and our bags arrived at our cabin about 5min after we did, amazing. There were over 8,000 passengers and crew on this ship and you would never know it. Many, many things to do all over this enormous ship. Want to go again. Ship Quality
Dining/FoodAs stated before, Chops was a $50.00 disappointment. Stateroom Quality
Ship Staff Quality
Entertainment & Activities
126 out of 139 people found this review helpful.
Did you find this review helpful?
|
|
