We took our children and grandchildren on the Allure and we all had a fabulous time. We had all sailed 2 years ago on Carnival and there is just no comparison to what you can do on the Allure!
Embarkation and Debarkation were the easiest we have ever had on any cruise, and we have been on many. Our oceanview balcony cabins were perfect as were our room stewards. We ate in the MDR every night and the food was very good. The waitress was wonderful with the six children aged 5-10. One couple ate at Giovannis and another at the Asian (don't remember the name) and enjoyed some childless dining.
The kids ice skated, boogie boarded, loved the kiddie hot tub and "swirl pool". They ate tons of ice cream and pizza. They did karaoke and danced at night and loved the aqua show and the ice show. They also loved seeing a 3D movie of Madagascar before it was in the theaters.