Big changes are coming to Allure of the Seas in 2025.
Royal Caribbean released details on the biggest changes it will make to Allure of the Seas during her upcoming refurbishment.
Like other Royal Caribbean cruise ships that have been updated over the years, Allure will get new restaurants, updates to certain venues, and even some new ideas.
Allure goes in for upgrade work in March 2025 and will re-enter service in April 2025 while in Europe.
Here's everything we know so far about what Royal Caribbean has planned.
Amplified Allure of the Seas
Royal Caribbean says Allure of the Seas will have over 35 places to eat, drink and splash onboard when the work is done.
In total, it's a $100 million-plus upgrade to one of the world's biggest cruise ships that will radically transform the cruise ship.
Redesigned resort-style pool deck
The pool deck on Allure of the Seas will get a refresh that have a more vibrant look and new bars too.
In past refurbishments, Royal Caribbean places a greater focus on ways to lounge and enjoy the area. This includes not only Caribbean inspired decor, but new seating, updated hot tubs, and the addition of The Lime & Coconut pool bar.
The cruise line calls it a resort style pool deck to give the entire area a lift.
The pool deck on Utopia of the Seas is a good indicator of what you can expect with Allure's pools, given Utopia's version has the best in class features right now.
Ultimate Abyss slide
The longest dry slide at sea is confirmed to be added to the back of Allure of the Seas.
The Ultimate Abyss are a pair of two slides perched 150 feet above sea level. They're dry slides, and riders slide down a specially designed mat.
As there are two slides side by side, you can race to the bottom with a fellow passenger.
The slide starts by climbing through the mouth of an entrance designed like an anglerfish predator. The entrance has a glass floor and views of the aft below, which gets your adrenaline pumping even before the slide starts.
It's unclear if it will be longer than the slide on Utopia of the Seas, which measures 259 feet long and is 43 feet longer than on other Oasis Class ships.
Another change will be the addition of shaved ice bar near the entrance to the slide, offering ice in a variety of flavors.
Perfect Storm waterslides
Royal Caribbean will add water slides to Allure of the Seas, and they will almost certainly be just like the slides found on other Oasis Class ships.
The Perfect Storm trio of water slides offer two racer slides and a champagne bowl slide that are included in your cruise fare. As you slide down any of the slides, you will twist and turn three decks into a splashy finish.
There is no cost to use the water slides.
Splashaway Bay
Splashaway Bay aqua park is the perfect refuge for kids.
Kids will find fountains, buckets, sprays and even slides that they can enjoy all day long. There's even a special area reserved just for toddlers who are still in diapers.
Pesky Parrot bar
Royal Caribbean's new tiki bar will make it onto Allure of the Seas.
It's a twist on the traditional tiki bar, with an infusion of Caribbean vibes. There's a wide menu of fruit-based cocktails, alongside frozen drinks too.
A fun spot to hang out, this bar offers a vibrant and open spot for guests to enjoy a drink on the Royal Promenade.
New restaurants
Royal Caribbean did not specify exactly which restaurants will be added to the ship, but a teaser video showed what we can expect at least three new restaurants:
- Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade (specialty)
- Mason Jar southern American food restaurant (specialty)
- El Loco Fresh Mexican fare (included)
The cruise line advertises there will be 20 places to eat onboard, along with 17 bars.
Escape room
If you love a good puzzle, the escape room will challenge you and your team to figure out clues to solve a larger puzzle.
Escape rooms allow passengers the chance to do beat a timed challenge where a specially designed room has all sorts of puzzles and riddles that you must solve in order to complete the proper sequence to "escape" the room.
The theme for the Escape room on Allure of the Seas will be "Apollo 18: Lunar Landing", which is themed to a landing on the moon.
Escape rooms on other Royal Caribbean ships range in duration and theme, but Utopia of the Seas recently debuted an escape room that was just 30 minutes long.
Glow-in-the-dark laser tag
A fun family activity with no extra cost is laser tag.
Guests can put on special laser tag vests, grab a laser tag gun and head into the arena for a fast-paced team-game that rewards the group that works well together and coordinates their efforts.
Ultimate Panoramic Suite
First added to Oasis of the Seas, the Ultimate Panoramic Suite offers 914 square feet of space and sweeping 200 degree views from wall to wall and floor to ceiling glass windows.
The Star Class suite has a walk-in closet, and upgraded bathroom with panoramic views of its own.
Kids & Teens spaces
The dedicated areas for kids on Allure will also get an update.
A revamped Adventure Ocean space will include:
- Play Place, the AO Theater
- Hands-on art, science and tech at Workshop
- Physical, interactive games at Arena
- The Hangout
- Dedicated programs for babies and younger kids
The teen club will be updates as well, with the new Social298 venue.
Big ship with big updates
Allure of the Seas launched in 2010, one year after the namesake ship of the Oasis Class. The 225,282 gross registered ton vessel was the largest cruise ship in the world until the launch of Harmony of the Seas and was the second to feature the revolutionizing neighborhood concept.
Still one of the largest ships in the world, she's able to accommodate over 6,000 passengers on any given sailing and boasts four swimming pools, multiple hot tubs, rock climbing walls, a casino, and more.
Onboard, guests can stroll through the peaceful Central Park, enjoy a jaw-dropping show at the Boardwalk's AquaTheater, or grab a drink at one of the bars in the Royal Promenade, including the Rising Tide Bar that transports passengers from Deck 5 to Deck 8.
Dining options include the three-story Main Dining Room, Sorrento's, Izumi Hibachi and Sushi, the Oasis Class-exclusive 150 Central Park, suite-only Coastal Kitchen, Johnny Rockets, and more.
Though she lacked water slides and a massive dry slide for years, the top decks still delivered an adrenaline-pumping experience, from the dual FlowRiders to the zip line, sports court, and mini-golf course.
Initially, Allure of the Seas was slated to undergo a major renovation in 2020; however, the project was paused due to the pandemic.
Sailing in April 2025
Following her amplification, Allure of the Seas will remain in Europe for the summer 2025 season, a first since 2015. Sailing from Barcelona and Rome (Civitavecchia) on 7-night cruises, vacationers can explore idyllic destinations in Spain, France, and Italy.
After exploring iconic landmarks like the Leaning Tower of Pisa or dining on authentic Neapolitan pizza in Naples, guests can return to one of the largest ships in the world for a night of fun. From dazzling ice skating shows to the theatrical hit "Mamma Mia!" there's so much to be enjoyed onboard.
She will sail on limited shorter cruises, including an inaugural 4-night cruise from Barcelona on April 11, in which her brand-new features will be debuted. Prices currently start at $602 per person for this sailing.
Allure of the Seas will then embark on a 5-night cruise from Barcelona to Provence (Marseille), France; Florence / Pisa (La Spezia), Italy; and Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy before settling into her routine weeklong cruises for the remainder of the season.
The one exception is a 3-night cruise from Rome (Civitavecchia) to Barcelona before she makes her way across the Atlantic for a winter season in the Caribbean, offering cruises ranging from 6 to 8 nights. Then, she'll relocate to Galveston, Texas, sailing to the Western Caribbean in April 2026.
