ljzelenz Posted November 14, 2021 #1 Share Posted November 14, 2021 Hello, We are attempting to decide on a balcony stateroom for an August 2022 Sailing on either the Allure or the Harmony. My husband and I and our 18 and a 17 year olds. 1 - Cabin - Balcony - we have sailed 8 RCI cruises and have been on the Allure in the past as well as the Symphony. Was scheduled for the Harmony in April 2020. - Not big water slides - folks. Harmony - Coco Cay - St Thomas - St Kits Allure - Labadee - Aruba - Curacao The Allure is pricing at 2,500 cheaper than the Harmony. The Allure is an 8 night Southern and the Harmony is a 7 night Eastern. Right now the Allure is sailing to Labadee. Will they replace this island if they are still not sailing to Labadee ? What would the options be ? We would really appreciate Thoughts on the Allure ? Seems like it is too good to pass up for the price. but are not sure if we are missing anything.? 8 nights as well. We know the ship has not been refurbished since our last sailing ? is this worth justifying 2,500 more ? Also, any thoughts on the shows ? Thanks in advance, Lori Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo Posted November 14, 2021 #2 Share Posted November 14, 2021 (edited) Don't over think this, no brainer. 8 night Allure $2500 less too Edited November 14, 2021 by Jimbo 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The sea calls my name Posted November 14, 2021 #3 Share Posted November 14, 2021 Both shows are great. Grease on Harmony and Mamma Mia on Allure. We just sailed on Allure and I love that she doesn't have the ugly Abyss obscuring the beautiful site lines, but that is my personal opinion. Harmony has Playmakers if sports are important to you, Allure does not. The allure is showing her age in some areas like the mini golf course and the decking around the pool, but we still would choose her in a heart beat in this scenario, In fact we are sailing on her on this itinerary when she does her repositioning cruise to Galveston . I would think that either Perfect Day at CoCo Cay or Nassau would be your Labadee substitution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bajathree Posted November 14, 2021 #4 Share Posted November 14, 2021 11 minutes ago, ljzelenz said: Not big water slides - folks. You already answered your question. As far as ports...I wouldn't get to hung up on them as sailing in hurricane season that can always change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COCKYMARK Posted November 14, 2021 #5 Share Posted November 14, 2021 With all your considerations....I would take Allure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise a holic Posted November 14, 2021 #6 Share Posted November 14, 2021 I would go on Allure- while the Harmony has a better itinerary, $2500 more is too much. Also, wouldn't count on Labadee as a stop as they are having so many problems in Haiti. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Itchy&Scratchy Posted November 14, 2021 #7 Share Posted November 14, 2021 we were on the Allure in 2019 and will be on Harmony next week (only because it was a L&S from 2020, otherwise it's way more expensive than Allure). We'll be on the Allure again in May 2022 on the same southern itinerary. We loved it. Yes, even though it doesn't have the water slides or the Abyss slide. There is still a ton of stuff for older teens to do - we traveled with an 8 yo, so some activities were restricted due to his weight and height (even though he is tall and heavy). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molly361 Posted November 14, 2021 #8 Share Posted November 14, 2021 Another vote for the Allure 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare twangster Posted November 14, 2021 #9 Share Posted November 14, 2021 Sailed Allure twice since the restart, still love the ship. Harmony being newer has newer decor. That hasn't changed for any ship that has been amped so a moot point in the realm of amplification. It really comes down to slides and venues like El Loco Fresh. Since Harmony doesn't have a Playmakers either that is a moot point as well. Mamma Mia! is one of my favorite Broadway shows on Royal ships. Grease is good, but Mamma Mia! is a reason to book Allure of you are into Broadway entertainment. Columbus the Musical is pretty good on Harmony though. 49 minutes ago, The sea calls my name said: Harmony has Playmakers Not yet and there has been no talk of her getting one. Harmony still has Sabor. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matj2000 Posted November 14, 2021 #10 Share Posted November 14, 2021 Why does it matter if the ship has not been refurbished? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpayroll Posted November 14, 2021 #11 Share Posted November 14, 2021 $2500.00 makes it an easy choice for me. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeHeartCruising Posted November 14, 2021 #12 Share Posted November 14, 2021 I've been on both the Allure and the Harmony. There are not enough differences on the ships to put one over the other. Both are very similar and very enjoyable for all ages. The Allure sounds like a better choice in the OP's situation. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuCruise Posted November 14, 2021 #13 Share Posted November 14, 2021 Haven't been on Harmony, but have been on Symphony and Allure. If slides aren't important to you, then seems like a no-brainer....$2500 is a big difference. I've also heard of people complaining of Solarium pool on Harmony if that is important (or lack of) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jalves Posted November 14, 2021 #14 Share Posted November 14, 2021 Got to agree with most of the PP's that the ships as essentially the same so go with the less expensive option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldilocks Posted November 14, 2021 #15 Share Posted November 14, 2021 Just got off the Allure. Go for the Allure. Not sure Labadee will be rehab after the locals trashed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zanydoc Posted November 14, 2021 #16 Share Posted November 14, 2021 2 hours ago, ljzelenz said: Hello, We are attempting to decide on a balcony stateroom for an August 2022 Sailing on either the Allure or the Harmony. My husband and I and our 18 and a 17 year olds. 1 - Cabin - Balcony - we have sailed 8 RCI cruises and have been on the Allure in the past as well as the Symphony. Was scheduled for the Harmony in April 2020. - Not big water slides - folks. Harmony - Coco Cay - St Thomas - St Kits Allure - Labadee - Aruba - Curacao The Allure is pricing at 2,500 cheaper than the Harmony. The Allure is an 8 night Southern and the Harmony is a 7 night Eastern. Right now the Allure is sailing to Labadee. Will they replace this island if they are still not sailing to Labadee ? What would the options be ? We would really appreciate Thoughts on the Allure ? Seems like it is too good to pass up for the price. but are not sure if we are missing anything.? 8 nights as well. We know the ship has not been refurbished since our last sailing ? is this worth justifying 2,500 more ? Also, any thoughts on the shows ? Thanks in advance, Lori We have been on Harmony 2x and Allure once, but are hopefully boarding Allure next week and Harmony for Christmas. I would probably choose the Allure for the extra day and the price alone, but I will report about the shows and refurbishment when we get back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly333 Posted November 14, 2021 #17 Share Posted November 14, 2021 I would pay more for allure over say liberty as I loved oasis class. I agree dont count on labadee or any port as who knows during covid. I've booked allure b2b dec 2022 and cant wait. Some say well it costs more than liberty, and I say it's worth more ... but harmony not worth 2500 more for 1 less day. Wish they would being back the double pts promo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mac_tlc Posted November 14, 2021 #18 Share Posted November 14, 2021 (edited) 8 days > 7 days Mama Mia > Grease Any Aqua show > Fine Line $2500 > $0 Great aft view > purple monstrosity Small Solarium pool > no Solarium pool Easy choice for me. mac_tlc Edited November 14, 2021 by mac_tlc 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare binro01 Posted November 14, 2021 #19 Share Posted November 14, 2021 (edited) 2 hours ago, ljzelenz said: My husband and I and our 18 and a 17 year olds. 1 - Cabin - Balcony Quick question. I too have older teens. (Twin 17 year olds) and noticed that booking 2 cabins next to each other is often close to the same price as putting the 2 boys in the same room as the wife and I. Have you priced out 2 rooms? That might tip the scales even further in the direction of the Allure for you. Edited November 14, 2021 by binro01 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loman Posted November 14, 2021 #20 Share Posted November 14, 2021 I booked Allure for September and took advantage of the double points and huge savings on a suite. Not much of a difference in ships to pay a premium for the other ship other than the slides which is of no consequence to you . Take the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starry Eyes Posted November 14, 2021 #21 Share Posted November 14, 2021 I’d book Allure, too. As previously mentioned, one should not get too attached to specific ports, especially in hurricane season. Still, I enjoyed visiting Curaçao and would like to go again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another_Critic Posted November 14, 2021 #22 Share Posted November 14, 2021 3 hours ago, Cruise a holic said: I would go on Allure- while the Harmony has a better itinerary, ... Harmony better? Not for me. Harmony - Coco Cay - St Thomas - St Kits Allure - Labadee - Aruba - Curacao 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEORGIEGIRL Posted November 14, 2021 #23 Share Posted November 14, 2021 We just had to lift & shift a B2B cruise in December (out of San Juan) and we moved it to the last 2 weeks in January on the Allure. We live in Orlando and were thinking that going out of Port Canaveral would be really nice on the Harmony (we live literally an hour away). But, the price difference was huge (Allure was thousands of dollars less that the Harmony. Even if I factor in 1 nights hotel and parking. You can chose whatever you like, but I'd rather save the money on the cruise fare and spend it somewhere else (maybe UDP or UBP, etc..). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare RCCL Fan Posted November 14, 2021 #24 Share Posted November 14, 2021 I think were all in agreement here. that's rare and should tell you all you need toknow. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bajathree Posted November 14, 2021 #25 Share Posted November 14, 2021 2 hours ago, zanydoc said: We have been on Harmony 2x and Allure once, but are hopefully boarding Allure next week and Harmony for Christmas. I would probably choose the Allure for the extra day and the price alone, but I will report about the shows and refurbishment when we get back. There was no refurbishment on the Allure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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