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I totally will!!

Are you august 6? I booked that while on my last July cruise. We are sooo excited and got a great deal for a suite. I am also looking for a place to stay prior as well. (From NY) so I’ll be hotel shopping too. Thanks for the thread. 

We are Aug 2023 deck 10 2 BR aqua. Can’t wait to see the blog. Have a great trip!!!

We are Aug 2023 deck 10 2 BR aqua. Can’t wait to see the blog. Have a great trip!!!

We are Aug 2023 deck 10 2 BR aqua. Can’t wait to see the blog. Have a great trip!!!

We were on the Allure 2br Aqua Suite over the holidays last year.  Like others have said the walk is a walk, even to get to the first bank of elevators.  To us that was about the only con, the ship needs an overhaul, other than that it was a blast.  We had a great Genie (Dex), and the ship was about 60% capacity and Covid was running at that time rampant (a lot of the crew and passengers got/had Covid), we still had a great vacation.  The Genie experience was close to pre Covid times, on The Allure so we were very pleased, however, not all ships are the same and or Genies.
 

….and the 2 BR ATS is the least expensive of the SC suites on Allure due to its location.

I’m in a br aquatheater on Allure out of FLL this September so I can tell you then how it compares to 2br aqua on Oasis and Wonder.  I think your pricing also reflects that it’s out of Galveston. 

No.  It’s a long walk to the aft of the ship compared to the deck 17 star lofts

No..more because it's far away from the rest of the Star Class rooms on Deck 17. The rooms themselves don't have the WOW factor of the other Star Class rooms. The balcony is amazing though..and they're my favorite Star Class rooms personally because of that.

Louder, further away from suite lounge and CK, out of Galveston, not an amped ship, suite not refurbished, those are some of the reasons why it’s cheaper than others. 
Still, star class is star class, congrats on the booking and the great price! 

Allure tends to run nearly 50% cheaper than her sisters in all levels of the suite class. I would assume the lack of amp + older. 

We JUST got off oasis of the seas from Jersey and booked next year august 2023 Allure from Texas! So excited!

We JUST got off oasis of the seas from Jersey and booked next year august 2023 Allure from Texas! So excited!

My first Oasis Class cruise was on the Oasis, it was also my first Royal cruise.  After being loyal to Brand X for many years and some major disappointments with them, we decided to move on and try something different.  Up until then, the largest ship we have been on was, I believe, the Freedom or Dream of Brand X.
Well, we walked on Oasis into the Promenade and just couldn't believe our eyes.  I just couldn't believe how big it was, massive and the décor, lighting and ambiance was fantastic.  It really didn't hit home, how big it was until we had to walk from our suite, Aqua Theater Suite, which is at the very very aft of the ship, to the theater, which is at the very forward of the ship.  It seemed like I should have called for a Uber.  Now, none of this is negative, just the opposite.  I truly love Oasis Class ships.  
I was just looking at some of my videos of my whole family entering the Oasis and the looks of my daughter, her husband, and our Grandkids was absolutely amazing and a treat to watch how happy they were.  Their eyes just got so big, their mouths dropped, their faces just glowed with joy and anticipated excitement.  I just wish I was a better word smith to express how it made me feel.  This is why I'm so loyal to Royal.  Yes, there are issues.  But, trivial compared to the joy we all experience while ON THE SHIPS.  

Hi all. I’m on day 6 of my long awaited cruise on oasis of the seas from NJ to Bahamas. Here are my take homes-hope it helps a little. 
Pros: the service is amazing. Even with all these people the employees make you feel special and will accommodate all! Food is great in Izumi and Giovanni's. These are our only two specialty places we ate at.
Windjammer food is good but also crowded as expected. Costal kitchen breakfast is well worth it. Quiet and great service. 
I personally did not make my money worth with the drink package but I do not regret getting it. 
 
Cococay was our best day. The all aboard  time was changed from 4:30 to 6 so that was a nice surprise. we did the floating cabana and it was the best money I ever spent! I was lucky to split the cost with my sister. Hurts less that way lol. 

In Nassau we got resort pass for Margaritaville and it was fun.  
 
I’m in the owners suite. The suite lounge is our safe haven of quiet and relaxation. The ship is very crowded which I expected. It’s very noticeable when on the decks 15/16. The pools are insanely crowded including solarium. The trivia would be so fun if in a larger venue. We need to get to the venue literally one hour before to get a seat and still not available sometimes. We stopped going. So basically the Cons are due to crowds and I know….it’s a cruise. 

if anyone has any questions about specifics I’d be happy to help. 

Hi all. I’m on day 6 of my long awaited cruise on oasis of the seas from NJ to Bahamas. Here are my take homes-hope it helps a little. 
Pros: the service is amazing. Even with all these people the employees make you feel special and will accommodate all! Food is great in Izumi and Giovanni's. These are our only two specialty places we ate at.
Windjammer food is good but also crowded as expected. Costal kitchen breakfast is well worth it. Quiet and great service. 
I personally did not make my money worth with the drink package but I do not regret getting it. 
 
Cococay was our best day. The all aboard  time was changed from 4:30 to 6 so that was a nice surprise. we did the floating cabana and it was the best money I ever spent! I was lucky to split the cost with my sister. Hurts less that way lol. 

In Nassau we got resort pass for Margaritaville and it was fun.  
 
I’m in the owners suite. The suite lounge is our safe haven of quiet and relaxation. The ship is very crowded which I expected. It’s very noticeable when on the decks 15/16. The pools are insanely crowded including solarium. The trivia would be so fun if in a larger venue. We need to get to the venue literally one hour before to get a seat and still not available sometimes. We stopped going. So basically the Cons are due to crowds and I know….it’s a cruise. 

if anyone has any questions about specifics I’d be happy to help. 

Hi all. I’m on day 6 of my long awaited cruise on oasis of the seas from NJ to Bahamas. Here are my take homes-hope it helps a little. 
Pros: the service is amazing. Even with all these people the employees make you feel special and will accommodate all! Food is great in Izumi and Giovanni's. These are our only two specialty places we ate at.
Windjammer food is good but also crowded as expected. Costal kitchen breakfast is well worth it. Quiet and great service. 
I personally did not make my money worth with the drink package but I do not regret getting it. 
 
Cococay was our best day. The all aboard  time was changed from 4:30 to 6 so that was a nice surprise. we did the floating cabana and it was the best money I ever spent! I was lucky to split the cost with my sister. Hurts less that way lol. 

In Nassau we got resort pass for Margaritaville and it was fun.  
 
I’m in the owners suite. The suite lounge is our safe haven of quiet and relaxation. The ship is very crowded which I expected. It’s very noticeable when on the decks 15/16. The pools are insanely crowded including solarium. The trivia would be so fun if in a larger venue. We need to get to the venue literally one hour before to get a seat and still not available sometimes. We stopped going. So basically the Cons are due to crowds and I know….it’s a cruise. 

if anyone has any questions about specifics I’d be happy to help. 

Hi all. I’m on day 6 of my long awaited cruise on oasis of the seas from NJ to Bahamas. Here are my take homes-hope it helps a little. 
Pros: the service is amazing. Even with all these people the employees make you feel special and will accommodate all! Food is great in Izumi and Giovanni's. These are our only two specialty places we ate at.
Windjammer food is good but also crowded as expected. Costal kitchen breakfast is well worth it. Quiet and great service. 
I personally did not make my money worth with the drink package but I do not regret getting it. 
 
Cococay was our best day. The all aboard  time was changed from 4:30 to 6 so that was a nice surprise. we did the floating cabana and it was the best money I ever spent! I was lucky to split the cost with my sister. Hurts less that way lol. 

In Nassau we got resort pass for Margaritaville and it was fun.  
 
I’m in the owners suite. The suite lounge is our safe haven of quiet and relaxation. The ship is very crowded which I expected. It’s very noticeable when on the decks 15/16. The pools are insanely crowded including solarium. The trivia would be so fun if in a larger venue. We need to get to the venue literally one hour before to get a seat and still not available sometimes. We stopped going. So basically the Cons are due to crowds and I know….it’s a cruise. 

if anyone has any questions about specifics I’d be happy to help. 

I did drive but my husband dropped me off. We didn’t park-but I did notice the garage right next door was for handicapped only. Which wasn’t like that a few years ago. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Hi all. I’m on day 6 of my long awaited cruise on oasis of the seas from NJ to Bahamas. Here are my take homes-hope it helps a little. 
Pros: the service is amazing. Even with all these people the employees make you feel special and will accommodate all! Food is great in Izumi and Giovanni's. These are our only two specialty places we ate at.
Windjammer food is good but also crowded as expected. Costal kitchen breakfast is well worth it. Quiet and great service. 
I personally did not make my money worth with the drink package but I do not regret getting it. 
 
Cococay was our best day. The all aboard  time was changed from 4:30 to 6 so that was a nice surprise. we did the floating cabana and it was the best money I ever spent! I was lucky to split the cost with my sister. Hurts less that way lol. 

In Nassau we got resort pass for Margaritaville and it was fun.  
 
I’m in the owners suite. The suite lounge is our safe haven of quiet and relaxation. The ship is very crowded which I expected. It’s very noticeable when on the decks 15/16. The pools are insanely crowded including solarium. The trivia would be so fun if in a larger venue. We need to get to the venue literally one hour before to get a seat and still not available sometimes. We stopped going. So basically the Cons are due to crowds and I know….it’s a cruise. 

if anyone has any questions about specifics I’d be happy to help. 

I will definitely pay it forward and give as much info as I can! And I’m sure it will be great!

My cruise is coming up on Friday and I’m so excited. It’s a little bitter sweet at the same time. It’s fun planning and reading on the blog, watching videos. I feel that I got to know some people here and soon I won’t be on as much since the cruise will be over. Until next year I guess lol. But I just wanted to say this was a great find and I appreciate everyone’s input and ideas. Thank you to Matt and all the members! 

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