Allure of the Seas is an Oasis-class cruise ship owned and operated by Royal Caribbean International. Allure is 50 millimetres (2.0 in) longer than her sister ship Oasis of the Seas, though both were built to the same specifications.
Allure of the Seas
Royal Caribbean · Oasis-class cruise ship
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Overview
Experience on board
The keel of Allure of the Seas was laid on 2 December 2008, shortly after the shipyard had been acquired by STX Europe. Allure of the Seas is best planned by matching the itinerary with the ship's dining rhythm, cabin choices, and sea-day pace. Before booking Allure of the Seas, compare what Royal Caribbean includes in the fare with the extras you actually expect to use on board.
Who this ship is best for
Allure of the Seas suits travelers who want a Royal Caribbean sailing with enough structure to compare cabins, onboard rhythm, and itinerary fit before booking. It is also useful for cruisers who prefer to plan port days and ship days together instead of treating the vessel as only transportation. Families evaluate Allure of the Seas for cabin interconnect options, splash areas, and whether daily schedules match younger travelers’ energy.
Key facts
- Cruise line
- Royal Caribbean
- Experience
- Royal Caribbean ship profile for itinerary, cabin, and shore-day planning.
- Ship focus
- Oasis-class cruise ship
Highlights
- Balances Royal Caribbean dining and entertainment signatures on Allure of the Seas.
- Compare Allure of the Seas with other Royal Caribbean ships in our directory before you lock a fare.
- Use SeaDays to align cabin choice with venues you will visit morning and night on Allure of the Seas.
- Pair Allure of the Seas with port-heavy itineraries when you want more culture ashore than sea-day lounging.
- Check muster, dining, and show bookings early on embarkation day to avoid peak queues on Allure of the Seas.
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