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 CRUISE SHIP REVIEW Index: All Ship Reviews
Overview Formerly a Swedish container ship, Allegra was re-invented in 1992 as a luxurious and art-focused cruise liner. After a major refurbishment in 2006, Allegra now boasts a passenger capacity of 820 in its 410 cabins. The ship’s decks are named after preeminent Impressionist painters—Rousseau, Gaugin, and Manet, for example—and the interior design is a striking blend of glass, steel, and art. At 616 feet, Allegra is not a large ship, but it offers more than its share of options for dining, entertainment, and relaxation. The crew of Allegra prides itself on its first-rate service, and with more than one crew member for every two passengers, it is service that sets this ship aside from the rest.
Cabins Allegra has 410 cabins; standard staterooms average approximately 150 square feet. 137 are oceanview; 113 are inside cabins without windows. Standard amenities include teak furnishings and hand-stitched bedspreads. There are 10 mini-suites that feature sitting areas, whirlpool baths, private balconies, and butler service. Three suites at the front of the ship can accommodate six guests each. The ship also has eight cabins that can accommodate passengers with disabilities. Dining Restaurant Montmartre (main dining room) Located at the stern, this 462-seat restaurant features hand-cut marble decor, floor-to-ceiling windows, and linen tablecloths. Seatings are offered for groups of four, six, eight, or ten, and the kitchen is staffed by members of the Chaine des Rotisseurs, many of whom are graduates of esteemed European cooking schools. Yacht Club Buffet A casual indoor/outdoor setting makes this breakfast and lunch buffet a popular destination for families and passengers in search of a laid-back dining experience. Piazzetta Allegra Three small dining options can be found on this lengthy promenade: Amalfi, an Italian restaurant; a small patisserie that serves pastries, cookies and coffee; and a pay-to-eat sushi and sashimi bar. Room Service Allegra offers 24-hour room service to satiate passengers’ late-night cravings. Public Rooms Allegra is blessed with an abundance of well-designed public spaces, all of which are designed and decorated in the ship’s Impressionist stly. (Decks are named after Impressionist and post-Impressionist painters such as Van Gogh, Degas, Gaugin, and Manet.) At the top of the list is the Piazzetta Allegra, a promenade that is lined with shops, bars, cafes, and artwork. Entertainment Bars, lounges, and casinos: Swimming pools: Shows: Live entertainment venues include the 554-seat Folies Bergères Showroom, which hosts cabaret shows, and the Flamenco Ballroom, which hosts dancing nightly. Shore Excursions: Costa offers a wide variety of shore excursions. In fact, the cruise line classifies its excursions as Easy, Moderate, and Hard, to ensure that passengers are adequately prepared for the day’s outing. Passengers can also book activities at the shore excursions desk on Allegra; however, excursions tend to sell out, and the line encourages passengers to book in advance. Fitness & Recreation
Family Allegra has a Children’s Center that offers childcare and activities from 9AM until 11:30PM daily. (Note: Hours may vary during lunch and port calls.) The Center accommodates children from ages 3 to 17, and group babysitting can be arranged for a fee. There is also a children’s pool on the upper decks. Activities are available for the following age groups:
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