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Allure of the Seas Cruise Review to Europe - Western Mediterranean
7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)
Sail date: September 06, 2015
Ship: Allure of the Seas
Cabin type: Balcony
Cabin number: 9554
Traveled as: Couple
Reviewed: 8 years ago
Review summary
My wife and I and another couple booked this cruise for our first Europe trip, knowing Allure was an excellent ship, and were very happy with it. We did arrive a day early in Barcelona to enjoy the city, then hit the ship.
Embarkation was smooth and efficient, Allure was as fine a ship as it has always been, and the staff aboard honored our special requests (one of which is a flourless chocolate cake, only generally offered one night a week as a special dessert). We decided to do the Chef's Table, and must recommend this option over any other specialty dining option as the most memorable meal we have ever had. Multiple courses, wine paired with each course, and the chef explaining the preparation and wine selection.
The ports visited in Italy were the most jam packed due to the sites available, but how can you not tour Florence, Pisa, Rome, and Naples-Sorrento-Amalfi Coast.
Our CO agent (Kathy Jezek) did an excellent job with helping us with all details to make this a very special trip
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Ship tip
Spend the first few hours familiarizing yourself with this ship, it is huge. Also check dining hours at restaurants
Ports of call
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands