Did We Find the WORST Cruise Port in the World While on Allure? (Ep6)
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It was the worst port we have ever been in in our entire lives.
We have never been on an Oasis class ship that has been as crowded as this ship was for this cruise.
The one on Radiance is horrible and the one on Ure is amazing.
I think one of the biggest problems for this cruise I don't know where they're putting all these people.
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The BEST and WORST of Allure of the Seas: Our Honest 8-Day Southern Caribbean Review Is Allure of the Seas still one of Royal Caribbean’s best Oasis Class ships after its amplification, or has it become too crowded? Join Sean and Kat on Episode 6 of the SeaLog Podcast as they break down their recent 8-night Southern Caribbean cruise from Fort Lauderdale. From nearly witnessing a fight during a theater show to experiencing what may have been the worst cruise port they have ever visited, they are not holding anything back. This episode covers the stories, opinions, and behind-the-scenes details that did not make it into the regular “Let’s Cruise” series—including the Brightline train, specialty dining, crowded elevators, private port tours, canceled entertainment, and the reality of sailing on a very full ship. ⚓ In this episode: 🚆 Transportation: Was taking the Brightline train from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale worth the $120 cost? 🚢 Embarkation: How to avoid the Windjammer madhouse and why booking a specialty lunch on embarkation day may be a better option. 🌴 The Ports: Our private tours in Curaçao with Elton and Aruba with Francis, plus our honest and extremely disappointing experience at Cabo Rojo in the Dominican Republic. 🍽️ Dining and Drinks: 150 Central Park, the return of the Caesar salad trolley, Samba Grill compared with the Radiance Class version, The Mason Jar, and why Vintages Wine Bar became one of our favorite places onboard. 🎭 Entertainment: Why the ice-skating show is worth seeing, what happened when the AquaTheater show was canceled, and the confrontation that nearly turned into a fight during a performance in the main theater. 👥 The Reality of Modern Cruising: Record-breaking crowds, elevator battles, inconsistent service, and why the atmosphere onboard Royal Caribbean felt different during this sailing. 🔗 Resources Mentioned Curaçao Private Tour with Elton: https://www.instagram.com/explorewithelton Aruba Private Tour with Francis through ToursByLocals: https://www.toursbylocals.com/tour-guides/aruba/oranjestad/guide-profile/frances-b-664d21b596689af34331c4bf?tourId=664d230ef7e596905bcd51df Whether you are planning a cruise aboard Allure of the Seas, considering a Southern Caribbean itinerary, or simply want an unfiltered look at the current state of cruising, this SeaLog episode covers the best moments, the worst moments, and everything in between. Chapters 00:00 The Worst Port Ever and Podcast Introduction 00:46 What to Expect in This SeaLog Episode 01:10 Pre-Cruise: Epic Universe and the Brightline Train 02:12 Is the Brightline Train Worth the Money? 03:37 Embarkation at Port Everglades 04:55 First Impressions of Allure of the Seas After Amplification 05:54 Embarkation-Day Specialty Lunch Tip 06:33 The Hidden Gem: Vintages Wine Bar 07:22 Record-Breaking Crowds on Allure 08:14 Cabin Review and Ship Layout 08:52 The Ice-Skating Show: High Energy but Soft Ice 10:43 Top Tier Event and Loyalty Perks 12:12 Samba Grill: Allure vs. Radiance Class 13:39 150 Central Park: Favorites and Changes 17:08 AquaTheater Drama and Canceled Shows 19:15 Exploring Curaçao with Elton 20:53 The Truth About Blue Curaçao Liqueur 22:12 Remote Beaches and Cave Waves in Curaçao 23:38 Returning to the AquaTheater Show and Camera Problems 25:21 Touring Aruba with Francis 27:11 Comparing Our Curaçao and Aruba Tours 28:38 Cabo Rojo: Our Most Disappointing Port Experience 30:33 Docking Problems and Port Growing Pains 31:39 The “Baby Beach” Excursion Trap 33:23 Service Problems and Restaurant Chaos 35:36 Excursion Refunds and Unhappy Cruisers 36:40 Sea Day, The Mason Jar, and Blue Planet 38:13 A Confrontation in the Main Theater 39:07 Relaxing at Cove Beach on CocoCay 40:34 Unexpectedly Good Beer and Snorkeling at CocoCay 41:40 Tapas at Vintages: A Perfect Final Evening 42:36 Final Verdict: Elevators, Service, Crowds, and Aggressive Behavior 46:58 Looking Ahead to Alaska and Italy Please like the video, subscribe to 3rd Orbit Travelers, and join us for more honest Royal Caribbean and Celebrity cruise reviews, ship tours, port adventures, restaurant reviews, and SeaLog Podcast episodes. Next, we are heading to Alaska aboard Celebrity Solstice before traveling to Italy for another cruise adventure. #AllureOfTheSeas #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseReview #SouthernCaribbean #CaboRojo #SeaLogPodcast #CruisePodcast #CruiseTips #3rdOrbitTravelers