First time, Allure of the Seas

[apurvanataraj88]

On 3/14/2019 at 11:48 AM, apurvanataraj88 said:

Hey community,

 

My wife and I are going to be on Allure of the Seas on September 1st, 2019 to celebrate our wedding anniversary. This is going to be our first ever cruise. I have researched as much as I could, and I am still continuing with more information look up. I booked a Boardwalk Balcony room, 10329 which has a nice view of of the Sea, Boardwalk, and the Aqua Theater.

 

Our ports of call will be Labadee, Falmouth, and Cozumel. I booked a ParaSailing excursion in Labadee, and purchased a Classic Soda package (we are not big on alcohol) as well as a BOGO Specialty Dining package for the first 2 nights.

 

I could use any tips or advice from you all to help truly enhance my week on the Allure. Would like to gather as much information and knowledge as possible in the next 5 months.

 

Regards

 

Hey everyone, as an update, I noticed there was a better deal for my reservation. Almost $220 off, which the RC reps were kind to put that onto my reservation. Keep an eye on the cost of your reservation. You could periodically get a good deal.

 

Hope this helps someone.

[apurvanataraj88]

@Kessa23 Hey, I just saw your review. I also noticed you had 10329. I have the same cabin booked for my 2nd anniversary in September and your pictures show me the exact view I was going for. This is going to be our first ever cruise.

Any tips for me?

We won't be doing anything in Labadee and Falmouth other than just stroll around. We have an excursion booked in Cozumel, but at these 2 ports, we want to take it easy.

For breakfast, I am sticking with Solarium (for the most part), Park Cafe, and Johnny Rockets.

I also have some questions, if its not too much trouble:

1. Is the MDR accessible on Port days, the way WindJammer is?

2. Because this cabin comes with the Soda package, is it possible to use this in Specialty Dining?
3. Is it possible to easily change table assignment in the MDR on embarkation day? (I plan on checking-in at 10am, soon as they open)
4. I am considering MDR for lunch on sea days to avoid the rush in WindJammer that I have read about. Is this still true?

5. Are lounge-hogs prominent on the ship?

 

Thank you for any advice and answers you can give me..

Edited June 4, 2019 by apurvanataraj88

[Itchy&Scratchy]

1 minute ago, apurvanataraj88 said:

4. I am considering MDR for lunch on sea days to avoid the rush in WindJammer that I have read about. Is this still true?

also check out Solarium cafe instead of WJ. We ended up having lunches and breakfasts there the entire week because of no crowds.

[CasinoCruzGirl]

Don’t miss the ice show. I wasn’t sure it was my type of thing but I loved it the skaters are fabulous. Also the comet show was very good. I was on the Allure last week I loved it

[BermudaBound2014]

1 hour ago, CasinoCruzGirl said:

Don’t miss the ice show. I wasn’t sure it was my type of thing but I loved it the skaters are fabulous. Also the comet show was very good. I was on the Allure last week I loved it

 

What is the comet show? 

[CasinoCruzGirl]

24 minutes ago, BermudaBound2014 said:

 

What is the comet show? 

Oops comedy show lol

[BermudaBound2014]

9 minutes ago, CasinoCruzGirl said:

Oops comedy show lol

 

LOL- that’s funny :). I have a question about the comedy show- are there two comedians each week? We were able to make reservations for day 2 at midnight and day 7 at 10 pm. Are these different comedians?

[CasinoCruzGirl]

5 minutes ago, BermudaBound2014 said:

 

LOL- that’s funny :). I have a question about the comedy show- are there two comedians each week? We were able to make reservations for day 2 at midnight and day 7 at 10 pm. Are these different comedians?

There were 2 comedians. They were the same mid week and last night but with different material. The guy comedians show basically is pick on the audience we were in the first row and of course got picked on lol. 2nd comedian was a woman she was just ok not like the first guy

[apurvanataraj88]

1 hour ago, CasinoCruzGirl said:

There were 2 comedians. They were the same mid week and last night but with different material. The guy comedians show basically is pick on the audience we were in the first row and of course got picked on lol. 2nd comedian was a woman she was just ok not like the first guy

 

When the comedians pick on you, how extreme is it?

Does it seem fun, or is it borderline offensive?

[CasinoCruzGirl]

1 hour ago, apurvanataraj88 said:

 

When the comedians pick on you, how extreme is it?

Does it seem fun, or is it borderline offensive?

It could be offensive but it was all in fun and yes he did pick on me I was right in front row center. They warn u before his show that he’s gonna do that to people in the front 

[vpat48]

2 hours ago, apurvanataraj88 said:

 

When the comedians pick on you, how extreme is it?

Does it seem fun, or is it borderline offensive?

It's all in good fun in my opinion. I generally avoid the first two rows to avoid getting picked on.

 

If you or you wife are hankering for indian food (based on your user id) and from past experience the MDR servers can get you Indian food that is not on the menu. When we travel with my family, my mom is a very picky eater so she will always let the servers get her Indian food. Most of the time it's what they make for the crew and properly good and spicy.

[apurvanataraj88]

26 minutes ago, vpat48 said:

It's all in good fun in my opinion. I generally avoid the first two rows to avoid getting picked on.

 

If you or you wife are hankering for indian food (based on your user id) and from past experience the MDR servers can get you Indian food that is not on the menu. When we travel with my family, my mom is a very picky eater so she will always let the servers get her Indian food. Most of the time it's what they make for the crew and properly good and spicy.

Thank you @vpat48. We try not to have indian food when we go out, but a week away from food our system is used to could be challenging. I will definitely make a note of your suggestion. I am sure it will be a life saver should we start craving !!

[vpat48]

47 minutes ago, apurvanataraj88 said:

Thank you @vpat48. We try not to have indian food when we go out, but a week away from food our system is used to could be challenging. I will definitely make a note of your suggestion. I am sure it will be a life saver should we start craving !!

I always just let the servers surprise me with a dish as supplement to whatever we order. I too avoid Indian food when i am out but the Fish curry i got on the Oasis last summer was some of the best i ever had (even in India). Can't say no to dishes like that.

 

Have fun!!