What is the difference between Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas?

Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas are virtually identical, though Oasis of the Seas features "Cats," while Allure of the Seas presents "Mamma Mia!" Secondary shows in the main theater differ on all five of the Oasis-class ships.



While both are Oasis-class sister ships, the main difference in 2026 lies in their amenities and recent renovations. Oasis of the Seas underwent a massive "Royal Amplification" in late 2019, adding features that Allure currently lacks, such as the Ultimate Abyss (a 10-story dry slide), the Perfect Storm trio of water slides, and the "Lime and Coconut" poolside bar concept. Allure of the Seas, which had its major renovation delayed, maintains a more "original" Oasis-class feel but has its own unique features like the Samba Grill (Brazilian steakhouse) and the Champagne Bar, which was replaced on Oasis. In 2026, Oasis is generally considered the "higher-thrill" ship for families due to the water slides, while Allure is often slightly cheaper and appeals to those who prefer the classic layout without the "amplified" bells and whistles. Both ships share the signature seven-neighborhood design, including Central Park and the Boardwalk.

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But more than a decade later, Allure of the Seas is hardly a copy. While Oasis got upgraded in 2019, Allure has yet to receive a second major refurbishment. (It was postponed due to the pandemic and is now scheduled for 2025.)

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Allure of the Seas ranks #4 out of 25 Royal Caribbean International Cruise Ships based on an analysis of expert and user ratings, as well as health ratings. Allure of the Seas offers a wide range of accomodation options. Browse cabins to find the stateroom that suits your needs. Allure of the Seas contains 15 decks.

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The classified length of Allure of the Seas is the same as that of her sister, 360 metres (1,181 ft), though she is reported to be 50 millimetres (2 in) longer than Oasis of the Seas.

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The Allure of the Seas, launched in 2010, weighs an incredible 225,282 gross registered tons, and carries 5,484 guests at double occupancy.

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Following the Independence of the Seas, the Explorer of the Seas and the Mariner of the Seas, the Symphony became the fourth Royal Caribbean ship to be drydocked at the Spanish shipyard in 2023. After the work, 2018-built vessel kicked off a summer program in the Western Mediterranean on April 16.

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Some 10 other multicolored sculptures form his court, as well as a splash pool, a shallow pool and a lazy river pool. There is also a (free) frozen yogurt dispenser there.

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Secret sun deck While the Solarium is located on deck 15 of Allure of the Seas, a secret outdoor sundeck can be accessed from deck 14. If you take the forward elevators to deck 14 and walk all the way forward through the hallways, you'll reach a large, outdoor sun deck that not many passengers know about.

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The Titanic had a beam of only 92.5 feet and a length of 882.8 feet, meaning it was a long and skinny vessel. While the Allure has a max beam of almost 200 feet and a length 1,187 feet, meaning it is almost fat compared to the Titanic.

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Sailing from Ft Lauderdale November 2023 to May 2024 sailing to the Western Caribbean and Southern Caribbean. May through August 2024 sailing from Cape Liberty New Jersey Bahamas and Perfect Day Cruise as well as Eastern Caribbean and Perfect Day.

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The hype for Royal Caribbean's newest ship, Icon of the Seas, has been building for a long time with record-breaking sales -- and in January 2024, the latest class from the line will debut. The 7,600-passenger vessel promises to be a showstopper, especially the new glass-covered AquaDome.

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Balcony cabins on cruise ships are more spacious due to the outside space. They have spectacular ocean views, fresh sea air, and a private seating area. Although these cabins are more expensive, the rewards of a private balcony sometimes outweigh the cost. If it fits within your budget, balcony cabins are worth it!

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What is the cheapest time to book a cruise? Prospective cruisers can usually find a lot of good deals at the beginning of the year during wave season, Goldberg-Glazer said. That period typically lasts from January until March. However, the optimal time to book may depend on when you plan to sail.

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As a rule of thumb, most of the Oasis of the Seas cabins to avoid are those on Deck 3 below the ice rink and the casino; staterooms on decks 6 and 7 closest to the theater, and those on Deck 14, as they're subject to noise from the pool deck directly above.

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What's free onboard Oasis and what's not? Most of the better dining venues on the ship have per-person surcharges, including Giovanni's ($20 for lunch, $25 for dinner), Sabor (a la carte), Izumi (a la carte for sushi, $25 for hibachi), 150 Central Park ($40) and the steakhouse Chops ($39).

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