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Beth C

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which reminds me, does anyone have the price history for the oasis inaugural? that would be very useful info. I remember a couple of months before it sailed seeing them and thinking it was ridiculously expensive, but i can't remember

 

We got our lowest price about this time last year then it started creeping up quickly. This was after booking, rebooking, cancelling 1st one (had to book $USD initially then the $CDN bottomed out and we were on the hook for about $7k if we kept it in US... switched to CDN which was more close to par) and getting 3 price reductions.

 

After it started going up in price I didn't watch it too much so not sure exactly how high it got

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What do you make of picture 6? It looks different than what was on oasis. Ritas Cantina?

 

What I see is basically the Boardwalk bar and the beginnings of Johnny Rockets on the right and what will be Rita's on the left. Hard to tell with all that protective cloth hanging everywhere.

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What I see is basically the Boardwalk bar and the beginnings of Johnny Rockets on the right and what will be Rita's on the left. Hard to tell with all that protective cloth hanging everywhere.

 

I agree Gordon..I believe that is the Boardwalk Bar in pic 6.

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Elizanessie

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Has anyone been able to make reservations on any of the specialty restaurants on the ALLURE? I can modify my reservation, but it always says... Nothing Available.

 

Going on the Inaugeral

 

 

Hi Suz

 

It is a bittie early yet for making reservations..they probably won't be available for booking till at least 90 days out.

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Number 8... where is that one? It's got me stumped!

Hi Beth,

It looks like Dazzles, the second floor that is. The columns and the windows look like the ones on the Oasis. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong, but it looks like where the Crew Auction was held on the inaugural sailing.

Have a good day!:)

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Ah that's why it wasn't familiar... I wasn't in there much :)

Beth,

I was only in there myself for the Crew Auction and our M&M. I see you are were on the Oasis inaugural, too bad you aren't joining us Critter's on the Allure inaugural, as well.

Happy sailings and smooth seas.:)

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It's still early... might be there yet... the more I read the boards the closer i get to hitting 'purchase' lol

Beth,

In case you decide to check out little Critter Corner of the world...here is the link to it on the CC boards. CC was nice enough to give us our own little section.

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=650

It is a very friendly, helpful and nice group of people and it's FREE to be a Critter! :confused:

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Hi Beth,

It looks like Dazzles, the second floor that is. The columns and the windows look like the ones on the Oasis. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong, but it looks like where the Crew Auction was held on the inaugural sailing.

Have a good day!:)

 

You are correct CFL FO ..it is indeed the second floor of Dazzles :D and this time we will spend more time in Dazzles...dancing and having fun ....and maybe a drinkie or three :D

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Just FYI Royal Caribbean has a facebook page that has a ton of photo's not only of Allure but all the other ships as well. I glanced through and saw some I don't think I saw posted on the website so here's the link if you want to check them out.

May have to sign up for facebook to view.

 

http://www.facebook.com/photos.php?&id=103249601396&s=12&hash=bd83954804ec92311ccbe37f95f3efd0#!/royalcaribbean

 

Enjoy!

Persnickety

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Just FYI Royal Caribbean has a facebook page that has a ton of photo's not only of Allure but all the other ships as well. I glanced through and saw some I don't think I saw posted on the website so here's the link if you want to check them out.

May have to sign up for facebook to view.

 

http://www.facebook.com/photos.php?&id=103249601396&s=12&hash=bd83954804ec92311ccbe37f95f3efd0#!/royalcaribbean

 

Enjoy!

Persnickety

 

Yes I too like facebook, cruisecritic too has a page and gives all the latest news and updates as it happens. you simply click on like or share and any instant news is posted on your "facebook wall". Adam Goldsteins trip to Asia is good viewing at the mo.........:)

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Just booked for Sept 2011! So excited but so long to wait...sigh.

 

Which sailing, ar4life? We're on Sept 25, 2011, Western itinerary. Yes, it's a long time to wait, but that gives us plenty of time to plan!

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Elizanessie

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Royal Caribbean And the culinary institute of america

 

 

ANNOUNCE WINNER OF THEAllure of the seas CULINARY CHALLENGE

 

 

Maureen Brandt of Stillwater, Minn. Nabs Job as Chef de Cuisine for

 

 

150 Central Park Onboard Allure of the Seas

 

 

MIAMI, August 9, 2010 – After hosting an eight week-long contest, which culminated with five intense hours in the competition kitchens at The Culinary Institute of America, Royal Caribbean International has found the next culinary superstar to lead the kitchen of the signature restaurant onboard Allure of the Seas, the cruise line's newest ship which will make her debut in December 2010 and share the title of world's largest and most innovative cruise ship with sister-ship Oasis of the Seas. Maureen “Molly” Brandt of Stillwater, Minn. has landed the job of a lifetime: a one-year paid contract to be the Chef de Cuisine of 150 Central Park onboard Allure of the Seas.

 

Brandt was one of six chefs – all graduates of The Culinary Institute of America (CIA), the world’s premier culinary college – to be a finalist in the Allure of the Seas Culinary Challenge, a contest open exclusively to the CIA’s network of 40,000 alumni. The six chefs participated in a two-part final challenge at the college's Hyde Park campus in New York on August 5 & 6, where they were each required to showcase their culinary prowess and creativity by participating in an interview with, as well preparing a three-course meal for, an esteemed panel of judges from Royal Caribbean and The Culinary Institute of America.

 

“Partnering with the Culinary Institute and having the ability to tap into their alumni has been an amazing opportunity,” said Lisa Bauer, Senior Vice President, Hotel Operations, Royal Caribbean International. “Each of the finalists truly showcased their passion and knowledge in the kitchen and we are extremely excited to have selected Molly as our new Chef de Cuisine for 150 Central Park.”

 

After her entry video was selected as the “fan favorite” in the consumer voting portion of the contest, Brandt went on to impress the judges at the Final Challenge by serving up a menu consisting of Chilled Lobster with fennel, carrots, citrus, caviar and tempura battered lobster mitt; Provencal Lamb Loin with Dijon potato puree, ratatouille, pattypan squash and olive tapenade; and Pistachio Cake with whipped rosewater crème fraiche and carbonated raspberries.

 

“This entire process with The Culinary Institute of America and Royal Caribbean has been such an amazing experience and hearing my name announced as the winner of the Culinary Challenge was surreal,” stated Maureen “Molly” Brandt, Chef de Cuisine, 150 Central Park, Allure of the Seas. “I am beyond thrilled to open this amazing restaurant and look forward to crafting the perfect menu for our guests over the next couple of months as we count down to the launch of Allure.”

 

A 2006 alumni of The Culinary Institute of America, Brant was named a Food and Wine best student chef in 2006. While in training she worked at the Food Network as a culinary extern, where she prepared food for a variety of production projects including “Iron Chef America,” “Emeril Live,” and “Semi-Homemade with Sandra Lee.” Immediately following graduation, she spent a year as a teaching assistant in the CIA’s Escoffier restaurant, before going on to work in the kitchens at many reputable restaurants in New York, Minnesota and abroad, including the critically acclaimed, Michelin starred Cafe Boulud in New York City. Currently Brandt owns her own private chef and catering company, Cook in the Kitchen in the Twin Cities. She is also the co-founder and villa chef for Flavors of Italia, a company that offers intimate, culinary-focused vacations in Northern Tuscany.

 

Located in the lush and tropical grounds of the ship’s Central Park neighborhood, 150 Central Park will feature décor that will embrace the mellow earth tones, unique textiles and fixtures inspired by nature’s four seasons. Inspired by the simple elegance concept of trend-setting restaurants in Chicago, New York and Los Angeles, each detail of 150 Central Park will be dedicated to enhancing the dining ambiance, from the tabletops to the service team uniforms. The restaurant menu and certain design aspects will be developed and determined by the winning chef of the Allure of the Seas Culinary Challenge.

 

Allure of the Seas shares the title of the world’s largest and most revolutionary cruise ship with sister-ship Oasis of the Seas. An architectural marvel at sea, she will span 16 decks, encompass 225,282 gross registered tons, carry 5,400 guests at double occupancy, and feature 2,700 staterooms. Allure of the Seas will tout Royal Caribbean’s exclusive neighborhood concept of seven distinct themed areas, which will include Central Park, Boardwalk, the Royal Promenade, the Pool and Sports Zone, Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Center, Entertainment Place and Youth Zone. The ship will alternate a Western Caribbean with an Eastern Caribbean seven-night itinerary from her home port of Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Additional information is available at www.AllureoftheSeas.com.

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