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Let’s Cruise Allure of the Seas: Aruba, Curaçao, Cabo Rojo & CocoCay

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👁️ 285 views📅 2 weeks ago⏱️ 39:34
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · 8 nightsFrom Fort LauderdaleVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

This ship holds special meaning for Cat and I because it was the first Oasis-class ship we ever sailed on

This port was probably our least favorite port we've ever been to

the islands of Aruba and Curaçao are fantastic

who can go wrong with a visit to Coco Cay

Creator's Tips & Advice

Go to the vintages bar as soon as you get on the ship to avoid crowds
Have breakfast at Johnny Rockets for free and try the maple bacon milkshake
Use a private tour guide in Curaçao and Aruba for a better experience

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

crowds on embarkation dayGo to the vintages bar to have the whole place to yourself

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like on an 8-day Southern Caribbean cruise on Allure of the Seas?
QHow can you avoid crowds on embarkation day?
QWhat are the best things to do in Curaçao and Aruba?

Topics Covered

Embarkation1½ Happy BaconDining Buffet1 Happy BaconService Crew2½ Happy BaconShip Condition3½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity1½ Happy BaconItinerary Route3 Happy BaconPort Destination3½ Happy BaconExcursions4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Aruba4 Happy Bacon
Top: Private tour with guide
Cabo Rojo4 Sad Bacon
Coco Cay4 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Come along with us for 8 days on Royal Caribbean’s amplified Allure of the Seas as we journey through the Southern Caribbean! In this Let’s Cruise vlog, we’re taking you from the Brightline train in Orlando all the way to some of the most unique islands in the Caribbean. We explore the colorful streets of Curaçao and Aruba with private guides, search for the best breakfast and hidden quiet spots onboard, and experience the brand-new port of Cabo Rojo, which was definitely an experience. Whether you’re planning your own Allure of the Seas cruise or just love the cruise life, we hope you enjoy coming along for the ride. ⸻ 🔗 Guide Contact Information Aruba: Frances B. Tours By Locals: https://www.toursbylocals.com/tour-guides/aruba/oranjestad/guide-profile/frances-b-664d21b596689af34331c4bf?tourId=664d230ef7e596905bcd51df Curaçao: Elton: https://www.instagram.com/explorewithelton ⸻ ⚓ Cruise Highlights • 🚆 Orlando to Port Everglades – Starting the adventure with a Brightline train ride before boarding Allure of the Seas. • 🛳️ Embarkation Day – Getting settled onboard and finding one of our favorite hidden spots to escape the crowds. • 🌊 Sea Days – Enjoying the ship, checking out Johnny Rockets breakfast, relaxing around the pool decks, and taking in the AquaTheater highlights. • 🇨🇼 Curaçao – Meeting up with our favorite guide for a 6-hour island tour through colorful streets, scenic overlooks, and local favorites. • 🇦🇼 Aruba – Exploring the island with a private guide, enjoying local beer, and taking in some amazing views along the way. • 🇩🇴 Cabo Rojo – Visiting this new cruise port for the first time and sharing why it surprised us. • 🏝️ Perfect Day at CocoCay – Finding the quiet, empty spots on the island and enjoying a more relaxed side of Royal Caribbean’s private destination. ⸻ 🍽️ Specialty Dining Onboard During this cruise, we also enjoyed several specialty dining experiences aboard Allure of the Seas, including: • 150 Central Park • Mason Jar Brunch • Mason Jar Dinner • Samba Grill • Izumi From elevated dinners to comfort food, Brazilian-style dining, and sushi at sea, we share a real-world look at what the specialty dining experience is like onboard Allure of the Seas. ⸻ 🛳️ The Allure of the Seas Experience Allure of the Seas has been amplified, and this cruise gave us a chance to enjoy both the classic Oasis Class features and some of the updated spaces that make the ship feel fresh again. This itinerary is a great mix of sea days, unique Southern Caribbean ports, and a relaxing stop at Perfect Day at CocoCay. With private island tours, onboard entertainment, specialty dining, and plenty of time to explore the ship, this cruise gave us a little bit of everything. Whether you’re researching Allure of the Seas, planning a Southern Caribbean cruise, or trying to decide if this itinerary is right for you, this full-length Let’s Cruise video gives you a real-world look at what to expect both onboard and ashore. Subscribe for more Royal Caribbean cruise videos, ship tours, and real-life cruise experiences from 3rd Orbit Travelers. ⸻ ✅ Video Information This is a 4K video — the Southern Caribbean colors really shine in high resolution. 📤 Share this video with a friend https://youtu.be/e1e9cWdCYsE ✅ Recommended Ship Tour Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGdHP0yyduETKFGP5mM1yu7fF4vfb3qKi ✅ Affiliates We use affiliate links instead of sponsored mid-roll ads. If you click and purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only link to products I believe in. ✅ Music 3rd Orbit Travelers uses Epidemic Sound for much of the music in our videos. 🎵 Try a 7-day free trial here: https://share.epidemicsound.com/0o8qvf ⸻ 🌬️✨ This video is part of the 3rd Orbit Travelers family; subscribe to join us for every new adventure in our 'Let’s Cruise' travel series! #RoyalCaribbean #AllureOfTheSeas #SouthernCaribbean