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Is Oceania Allura Actually the Best New Ship? Our Unfiltered Luxury Review.

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Caribbean · 7 nightsFrom MiamiVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We were on a 7 night sailing out of Miami, Florida. Going around the Caribbean.

The pool deck is beautiful. It's got swooping lines no matter where you stand and look at them from.

Absolutely. A solid 9 out of 10. We were very impressed.

In conclusion, would we recommend the Oceanana Allura to you? Absolutely.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book specialty dining reservations early via the app as soon as final payment is made.
Consider bidding for a concierge grade cabin for added perks and access to the Aquamar Spa Terrace.
Watch the second video for a deeper look at the experience and ports of call.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Oceania Allura the best new luxury cruise ship?
QWhat is included in the base fare?
QWho is the ship most suited for?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

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Miami2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Watch Part Two of Our Review on Oceania Allura Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f55m9sm2oMU&list=PLU_rhQVNCTvQPkrho2TFDTzQlcSbssqnJ&index=2 Oceania Allura Cruise Ship Review | Best New Cruise Ship? Full Tour & Honest Review Voted the Best New Cruise Ship: Is the Oceania Allura the best new luxury cruise ship? In this full Oceania Allura cruise ship review, we tour the ship, review the food, cabins, entertainment and service, and compare it to Oceania Vista, Regent Seven Seas, Silversea, Seabourn, Viking Ocean and Azamara. Join us onboard Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Allura, as we explore whether it really delivers on the promise of “The Finest Cuisine at Sea.” We compare Oceania Vista Vs Oceania Allura Better or worse than Azamara? Detailed look at dining, entertainment, cabins, pools, lounges, specialty restaurants, service and how it stacks up against Azamara, Regent Seven Seas, Crystal Cruises, Silversea, Viking Ocean, Seabourn and Celebrity Cruises. The Allura is the Follow Up to the Oceania Vista The Allura features "The Finest Cuisine at Sea." Key venues mentioned in this review include: Specialty Dining: Jacques, Red Ginger, Polo Grill, Toscana, and Privée. Complimentary Dining: The Grand Dining Room, Terrace Café, Waves Grill, The Creperie, and Baristas, Culinary Center, Enrichment & Library Lounges & Luxury: Horizons, Martinis, Allura Lounge, Aquamar Spa Terrace, and the exclusive Concierge Lounge. The full Oceania Cruises Fleet includes, Marina, Riviera, Vista, Sirena, Insignia, Nautica, Regatta, Allura How Does Allura Compare? We evaluate the Oceania Allura experience against the "Big 7" of luxury and premium cruising: Regent Seven Seas: Comparing all-inclusive vs. Oceania's "Your World Included." Viking Ocean: Comparing Scandinavian minimalism vs. Allura’s residential luxury. Silversea & Seabourn: Testing the "Ultra-Luxury" service gap. Crystal: Analyzing the classic luxury vs. the modern Allura build. Azamara: Comparing small-ship intimacy with Allura’s updated tech. Celebrity Cruises: Does the Allura offer enough "extra" to justify the jump from a Celebrity Edge-class Infinite Veranda? https://www.instagram.com/ritzytravelguide Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ritzytravelguide1 email: bill@ritzytravelguide.com www.ritzytravelguide.com Media, commercial or collaboration enquiries to: partner@ritzytravelguide.com In this video we review: 🍽 The Grand Dining Room 🥩 Polo Grill 🍝 Toscana 🍣 Jacques 🍷 Red Ginger ☕ The Terrace Café 🍰 Baristas 🍹 Al Fresco Pool & Bar 🎶 Waves Lounge 🎲 Casino 🎤 Limelight Lounge 🩵 Pool Decks & Hot Tubs 🛌 Inside, Oceanview, Veranda and Concierge Class Suites + Penthouse Suites #OceaniaAllura #OceaniaCruises #LuxuryCruise Hi, welcome to Ritzy Travel Guide, my name is Bill, we are here bringing you our latest travel reviews from around the globe! We'll be travelling right around the world on cruise ships, all inclusive resorts, tropical destinations... and the deals of the day. In this video : 0:00 - Intro 1:15 - Competitors to Oceania 1:57 - Explora Journeys 2:09 - Azamara 2:23 - Cruise Critic Award 3:23 - Finest Cuisine at Sea 3:46 - Adults Only Policy 5:14 - Chapter 1 - Look & Feel 8:42 - Pool & Decks 11:27 - What's Included in the Price? 13:12 - Our Cabin - Concierge Balcony 16:43 - Ritzy Travel Guide on Social Media 17:14 - Dining Options 17:51 - Speciality Dining 23:50 - Entertainment 25:25 - Enrichment, Learning, Culinary Center 27:33 - Grand Dining Room 30:10 - The Buffet Terrace Cafe 33:49 - Baristas Coffee, Bakery & Creperie 34:42 - Aquamar Kitchen 35:39 - Summary & Conclusion 38:07 - Value For Money------------------------------------------------- Contact us, and FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/ritzytravelguide Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ritzytravelguide1 email: bill@ritzytravelguide.com www.ritzytravelguide.com Media, commercial or collaboration enquiries to: partner@ritzytravelguide.com ABOUT ME: Hi, my name is Bill. The aim of Ritzy Travel Guide is to give independent, authoritative, and helpful insights into travel. We do not sell vacations. The information provided in this video, and all other videos on our channel, is for general entertainment purposes only. While we strive to offer helpful travel tips and advice, the content should not be considered as professional or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified professional, travel, or legal advisor before making decisions related to travel, legal matters, or any specific circumstances. We are not responsible for any actions or outcomes resulting from the use of the information provided in this video. Please contact your travel agent, hotel, representative, or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking.