Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas to Receive $100 Million Makeover

Royal Caribbean’s Oasis Class ship Allure of the Seas is getting even more extreme. The wildly-popular ship will undergo a $100 million makeover, where it will receive Royal’s Amplified upgrades. Guests can be among the first to experience these new updates when the ship returns to the high seas in April 2025, sailing 7-night Mediterranean cruises from Barcelona, Spain.

“From the new Icon and Utopia of the Seas to now the more than $100 million transformation of Allure of the Seas, we’ve upped the ante threefold on the different ways vacationers can get away and make memories with Royal Caribbean,” said Jay Schneider, Chief Product Innovation Officer, Royal Caribbean International. “Allure will be reimagined with the best of Royal Caribbean and what travelers love. Between new favorites, like the Pesky Parrot tiki bar, and experiences that unlock core memories time and time again, from an incredible pool deck to an unmatched combination of thrills and ways to chill, Allure will have even more of everything that makes it a standout favorite.”

Allure of the Seas has already made a splash with our community members, as the 2023 and 2024 Member Choice Award Winner for Best Overall Cruise Ship and the Best Cruise Ship for Onboard Activities and Entertainment. We can’t wait to see Allure’s new features and our member’s reviews following the upgrades. 

Following is a look at all the new features coming to Allure of the Seas during its makeover. 

New Ways to Thrill and Chill

Allure of the Seas will receive a number of new activities and venues for guests of all ages. Coming to the ship will be:  

Bigger and Better Pool Days – Resort-style pools will be at the center of the action on the reimagined Caribbean pool deck. The space will feature more seating and shade across casitas, in-pool loungers, and daybeds. 

The Perfect Storm – Allure of the Seas will now offer the multistory trio of waterslides - Cyclone, Typhoon, and the SuperCell champagne bowl.  

Splashaway Bay – This family-friendly water space for tots and younger sailors will feature slides, water cannons, fountains, pools, whirlpools, and two drench buckets. 

Ultimate Abyss – Now coming to Allure of the Seas, the adrenaline-pumping experience will feature 10 stories of twists, turns, lights, and sounds. 

Updated Adults Retreat - The adults-only Solarium will feature new touches, complete with the return of the Samba Grill and dedicated bars.

Royal Escape Room – Apollo 18: Lunar Landing – The latest of the Royal Escape Room lineup on Allure puts families and friends in the hot seat of the command center as they solve puzzles to land Apollo 18 on the moon. 

Laser Tag – The Studio B ice rink of Allure of the Seas will transform into a glow-in-the-dark laser tag arena. 

Dining & Lounges 

Allure of the Seas will offer over 35 total venues for guests to dine and drink their way across the ship. New venues include:

Lime & Coconut – The signature poolside bar features classic cocktails and live music. Two locations in total will be on Allure of the Seas.  

El Loco Fresh – This new-to-Allure casual poolside eatery will serve tacos, burritos, and quesadillas.

Pesky Parrot – Making its way to Allure following a great debut on Utopia of the Seas, the Caribbean tiki bar will mix up fruit-based cocktails and frozen drinks. 

Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade – This eatery and bar will have TVs showcasing live games, an arcade, and serve tasty bar fare. 

The Mason Jar Southern Restaurant & Bar – The third location of this Southern-inspired restaurant and bar is coming to Allure of the Seas. Enjoy live music and southern hospitality on the high seas at this day-and-night hot spot. 

Updates to Kids & Teen Spaces 

Adventure Ocean – Kids can choose their own adventures across a new layout of Adventure Ocean on Allure of the Seas. Highlights will include climbable creations at Play Place, the AO Theater, hands-on programs at the Workshop, and more. Dedicated programs will also be available for babies and younger kids.

Social298 – A 360-degree transformation of the teen space on Allure will include new video games, music, movies, and more. 

2025 Itineraries 

Allure of the Seas will be one of six Royal Caribbean ships sailing from five destinations in Europe for the summer of 2025.

Come November 2025, the ship will reposition to Fort Lauderdale to offer 6- and 8-night Eastern Caribbean cruises. Highlighted ports on these itineraries will include Perfect Day at CocoCay and Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in Nassau, The Bahamas, opening in late 2025.

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