kunta67 Posted May 23, 2014 #1 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Introduction Hi Everyone my name is Kent and I got inspired to do a live review after reading all the different reviews getting ready for our cruise on Allure of the Seas. Bugy's, Gambee's, and Cupcrazy's. I've been addicted to Cruise Critic since last October and their reviews helped seal the deal to sail on Allure Of the Seas for this holiday weekend. I'm a 33 year commercial banker and I'm happily married with our cat and dog. We currently live in Denver, CO after moving here 7 months ago from Portland, OR for my work. This is actually our 3rd cruise on RCI, previously we've sailed on Navigator in 2010 doing a Mediterranean cruise for our honeymoon and last year we sailed on Liberty doing a Cozumel and Roatan trip. We figured next on our checklist had to be Allure since we've been progressively moving up the ship size. We'll be leaving Saturday from Denver to Ft. Lauderdale on United Airlines and we were inspired to stay at the Hyatt Regency Pier 66 courtesy of Bugsy's most recent review. Originally I had booked us were to stay at the Renaissance on 17th St but we decided to switch to the Hyatt plus we have status with Hyatt so that's always a nice bonus. I'll be posting pictures via my Iphone using tapatalk, Canon DSLR, and our small Canon powershot. The reason why I started the review early was to test using photobucket and the tapatalk app. Thanks for reading and enjoy the journey with my wife and I!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kunta67 Posted May 23, 2014 Author #2 Share Posted May 23, 2014 View of downtown Denver from our balcony Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selluks Posted May 23, 2014 #3 Share Posted May 23, 2014 I am going to be on this cruise with you! Wooooo us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpphoto Posted May 23, 2014 #4 Share Posted May 23, 2014 We sail Allure in 24 days & counting! :D Sent from my XT1080 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kunta67 Posted May 23, 2014 Author #5 Share Posted May 23, 2014 (edited) I just realized how horrible my grammar was in the first post due to my excitement. For some reason the edit button isn't showing up for me in the first post. Can anyone point me in the right direction to get the first post fixed? Edited May 23, 2014 by kunta67 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophia2007 Posted May 23, 2014 #6 Share Posted May 23, 2014 We will watch you sail away and be on the beach waving!! We are going on Oasis on 5/31/14. I look forward to reading your review! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare JamesEM Posted May 23, 2014 #7 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Looking forward to your review and photos, DW and I will be doing this itinerary on the Allure in Oct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kunta67 Posted May 23, 2014 Author #8 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Room My wife and I got a D4 balcony on the starboard side room #7672 sandwiched on the deck between the Boardwalk and Central Park. I kind of wish I picked a room on the port side instead but we're still really excited for our room. Part of our philosophy in choosing a room on deck 7 was the fact that we were unsure of how easy Allure would be to get around. This deck allows us to be close to the Boardwalk, Central Park, the Promenade, and of course the casino!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowie123 Posted May 23, 2014 #9 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Looking forward to your live review! We leave in 16 days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomadiccrocodilehunter Posted May 23, 2014 #10 Share Posted May 23, 2014 We have also booked a cruise on Allure so I am eagerly looking forward to your pics and comments. Thanks in advance for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seattle Rose Posted May 23, 2014 #11 Share Posted May 23, 2014 We have been on the Allure 3 times and will be going again June 1st. Deck 7 is a great location and you will love it!! Our favorite ships are the Oasis and Allure (no other ships compare!). We usually get a balcony cabin and deck 7 and 8 are our favorite locations. For our upcoming cruise we are splurging and have a Crown Loft Suite. Looking forward to your live review!! Travel safe and have fun!! By the way...you will Love the casino Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lionesss Posted May 23, 2014 #12 Share Posted May 23, 2014 I just realized how horrible my grammar was in the first post due to my excitement. For some reason the edit button isn't showing up for me in the first post. Can anyone point me in the right direction to get the first post fixed? I like your introduction, very well stated. But if you do not like it try hitting the red triangle in the right upper corner of your post to let the moderators know you want to change, they may or may not agree, but, worth a shot. Sea Ya Cannot wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnionCruiser2007 Posted May 23, 2014 #13 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Can't wait to follow along. I will be going on the Allure in Oct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovesthebeach2 Posted May 23, 2014 #14 Share Posted May 23, 2014 I am going to be on this cruise with you! Wooooo us. We are also on this cruise! Can hardly wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovesthebeach2 Posted May 23, 2014 #15 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Room My wife and I got a D4 balcony on the starboard side room #7672 sandwiched on the deck between the Boardwalk and Central Park. I kind of wish I picked a room on the port side instead but we're still really excited for our room. Part of our philosophy in choosing a room on deck 7 was the fact that we were unsure of how easy Allure would be to get around. This deck allows us to be close to the Boardwalk, Central Park, the Promenade, and of course the casino!! We're in 11206. Don't worry about getting around, it's very easy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sadoan Posted May 23, 2014 #16 Share Posted May 23, 2014 We cruised on the Allure in 2012 with the same itinerary and we loved our starboard cabin. You have the view of the islands when you dock and get to see the runners when time to leave port! We sail again in 113 days and have booked a starboard cabin again. I look forward to reading your review and have no doubt you will have an awesome vacation!! Room My wife and I got a D4 balcony on the starboard side room #7672 sandwiched on the deck between the Boardwalk and Central Park. I kind of wish I picked a room on the port side instead but we're still really excited for our room. Part of our philosophy in choosing a room on deck 7 was the fact that we were unsure of how easy Allure would be to get around. This deck allows us to be close to the Boardwalk, Central Park, the Promenade, and of course the casino!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anandaindonesia Posted May 23, 2014 #17 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Thank you for sharing. I will follow with interest, to re-live our (too short) week on the Allure. Happy cruising! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rthouse Posted May 23, 2014 #18 Share Posted May 23, 2014 We cruised on the Allure in 2011 with the same itinerary. I can't wait to get back to her in 78 days! I look forward to getting pumped up even more by reading your review. Thanks, in advance, for sharing what I'm sure will be a great experience! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susie51 Posted May 23, 2014 #19 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Thank you for writing the review. Looking forward to more. Please keep sharing your thoughts and activities during your precruise experience. I love to hear it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loeytalldog Posted May 23, 2014 #20 Share Posted May 23, 2014 LOVE live reviews! Thanks for taking the time to do it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kunta67 Posted May 23, 2014 Author #21 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Thanks everyone can't wait to go on vacation especially with traffic like this today Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCWalton1 Posted May 23, 2014 #22 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Following along, can't wait. :D We were on Allure last year and stayed in a JS amidships deck six for the same reason as you. I was nice to be centrally located. Enjoy your cruise. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelfan75 Posted May 23, 2014 #23 Share Posted May 23, 2014 we will be on the Allure next Sunday for a b2b cruise! We also live in Colorado, in Louisville. So looking forward to leaving these crazy storms behind and basking in the sun in the Caribbean for 2 weeks!! Thanks for the review- I'm looking forward to a sneak peak! Maybe we'll cross paths as we embark as you disembark! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kunta67 Posted May 23, 2014 Author #24 Share Posted May 23, 2014 we will be on the Allure next Sunday for a b2b cruise! We also live in Colorado, in Louisville. So looking forward to leaving these crazy storms behind and basking in the sun in the Caribbean for 2 weeks!! Thanks for the review- I'm looking forward to a sneak peak! Maybe we'll cross paths as we embark as you disembark! I'm excited for this especially after a snow storm and 2 tornado warnings in a span of 2 weeks. I'm ready for the cruise on Sunday!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kunta67 Posted May 24, 2014 Author #25 Share Posted May 24, 2014 All packed up and ready to go in the morning Vacation time here we come!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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