Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas is an amazing cruise ship that offers guests so much to see and do onboard. It is one of the largest cruise ships in the world and with so much going on, we present our list of the best secrets that are easily to overlook on Allure of the Seas.
10. Best drink you don't know about: Cucumber martini
There are so many drinks to try on any Royal Caribbean cruise, but if you are on Allure of the Seas, you should go out of your way to try a drink unique to this class of ships: the Cucumber Martini.
The cucumber martini has reached cult status with many Royal Caribbean fans and is available at two bars onboard: 150 Central Park and the Champagne Bar.
This drink is light and very refreshing and a very different kind of drink. It also is quite tasty!
If you want to make a cucumber martini at home, here is the recipe!
9. Water fountain shows
If you want to see a really unique show on Allure of the Seas that is easily overlooked, then you need to head to the Boardwalk in the evenings for the water fountain shows.
On many evenings, the AquaTheater will utilize the amazing AquaTheater fountains to "dance" along to select instrumental music, and it is pretty darn fun!
Check your Cruise Compass for exact times, but this is a fun show that showcases the water synchronization ability, beautiful lighting and is mesmerizing to watch.
8. Best Izumi value: DX sushi combo
If you are looking for the absolute best value at Izumi, in terms of getting the most value for the dollar, you cannot beat the DX Sushi Combo.
In general, the sushi combination dishes at Izumi offer an excellent value, but we have found the DX Sushi Combo to offer the most sushi for the money and it is also a great selection of rolls as well.
As a bonus, the DX Sushi combo is also available at other Izumi restaurants we have dined at across Royal Caribbean's fleet.
7. Best breakfast spot: Johnny Rockets
If you want one of the best breakfast spots on Allure of the Seas that is likely not to be nearly as crowded as the Windjammer, then head to the Boardwalk to Johnny Rockets.
On Allure of the Seas, Johnny Rockets is open for breakfast and offers some great traditional breakfast items, such as pancakes, omelettes, French toast, and more.
The best part? It's free! Johnny Rockets is complimentary for breakfast on Allure of the Seas (lunch and dinner at Johnny Rockets still cost extra).
6. Embarkation day lunch spots
Just like breakfast, the Windjammer can get pretty busy since so many guests head there for their embarkation day lunch but there are some good alternatives to consider that will be far less crowded.
Sabor, Park Cafe, Giovanni's Table and Johnny Rockets are all open on embarkation day on Allure of the Seas and you will find great food without the crowds.
If you find a line to get into the Windjammer, often these other spots will be far less crowded. And the food is great there too!
5. Bridge wings
The absolute best place for sail away or for when sailing into a port are the bridge wings on deck 14.
These bridge wings extend away from the side of the ship, giving guests a very unique view of your surroundings, and Allure of the Seas itself.
To get to the wing viewing areas, go all the way forward in the deck 14 on the port side. Once you arrive at the end of the corridor, there will be a glass door on the left.
4. Exit the Amber Theater on deck 5
Imagine this: you just finished seeing another great show in the Amber Theater on Allure of the Seas and it is time to leave. Problem is, the huge crowd exiting the theater is going nowhere!
Your best bet is to head up to deck five (the Amber Theater has two levels) and exit on that deck.
The reason is deck 4 empties into a narrow elevator lobby and the casino, whereas deck 5 opens up into the Royal Promenade. There is physically far more space for guests to exit on deck 5.
3. Small wonders
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Hidden all over Allure of the Seas are an easily overlooked bit of art that is truly fun to look at, the small wonders.
You will find either something that looks like a periscope or telescope, coming from the ground. If you happen to stop and look inside, you will find some cool art to enjoy.
Finding these is a lot of fun for kids and adults, and there are over twenty of them all over the ship.
Hint: if you give up and cannot find them all, Guest Services can provide you with a list of them all to help!
2. Express Sabor guacamole option
Confession time: I love the guacamole from Sabor on Allure of the Seas. Did you know you can indulge in some guacamole anytime you want it without sitting down?
For guests who need to grab-and-go guacamole (maybe bringing it back to your stateroom), head to the Sabor bar on the Boardwalk.
It is the round bar area outside the entrance to Sabor and they serve up the same great guacamole the sit down restaurant has!
1. Take the Central Park guided tour
Royal Caribbean's Central Park is an impressive and beautiful area on the ship and guests can take a complimentary tour of the neighborhood with the ship's horticulturalists.
Check your Cruise Compass for the exact day and time, but this is a guided tour of Central Park to get a better understanding of how Royal Caribbean maintains a living park on a cruise ship.
It is very interesting to see what it takes to maintain Central Park and keep it so beautiful!
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