First time cruiser, and it was memorable.
Allure of the Seas Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western
7 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)
Sail date: August 13, 2023
Ship: Allure of the Seas
Cabin type: Balcony
Cabin number: 14310
Traveled as: Family (older children)
Reviewed: 5 months ago
Review summary
For our first time the experience was very favorable. This time we decided to go with Carnival since they had different ports of call. We shall see how they compare to each other once we are done.Embarkation
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
150 Central Park
Good. Went once and we were please.
Windjammer Cafe
Great buffet. Went every day for lunch and a few times for breakfast.
Park Cafe
It was a change of pace. Not crowded and very chill.
Cafe Promenade
Went for brekfast one day. Mellow and not crowded.
Boleros Lounge
Nice lounge. Would go in nightly to check it out.
Blaze
Enjoyed the ice show.
Onboard Activities
Flowrider
It was different. I think I need to try it a few more times to perfect it.
Jogging Track
Went jogging a few times. I liked the track being on the 5th deck.
Zipline
Dughter tried it but in the end was too scared to go down.
Swimming Pools
Pools were nice but a little crowded for me.
Parkside Gallery
Went here regularly. Spent some nice time here.
Casino Royale
Would go in every night and win some money.
Entertainment
Aqua Theater
Loved the water show. Arrive early to get good seats.
Jazz on 4
Great jazz bar. Did not go as often as I would have liked to.
Central Park
Liked walking here when I needed some peace and quite.
Amber Theater
Great venue to catch a show.
Children's Programs
Service and Staff
Ship Quality
Cabin / Stateroom
Ship tip
Make sure to bring your sneakers. Lots of walking as the ship is one of the biggest.
Ports of call
Coxen Hole, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras