From the entertaining to the cerebral, the range of enriching activities and soothing havens welcomes you to explore a world of enchantments aboard the new cruise ship, the elegant Allura. Learn from renowned guest speakers on how the French Impressionists profoundly altered the world of art.
Discover the exquisite nuances of Champagne manufacturers' processes through a special tasting. Trivia contests will test your knowledge, while The Culinary Center will teach you about the culinary traditions of the Greek Islands. The Artist Loft exudes a creative vibe, while the LYNC Digital Center teaches digital photography.
The Culinary Center offers a really fascinating learning environment. The Culinary Center on board Allura resembles a magnificent entertainment kitchen where a fantastic dinner party could break out at any time. Your Chef Instructors' passion and energy make each class feel like a party. Master chefs teach techniques and guide you through the preparation of delicacies that reflect the culinary traditions and innovations of the countries to which we sail. Each meal is prepared entirely by you at your own fully equipped workstation in this cutting-edge teaching kitchen. You could study the secrets of traditional French cuisine, the principles of cooking seafood, or how to prepare fresh pasta.
A wall of windows overlooks ocean views that will undoubtedly inspire your inner artist at the Artist Loft, where distinguished Artists in Residence provide step-by-step tuition in the visual arts. You could experiment with painting, sketching, sculpting, or photography under their skilled instruction. Perhaps you'll find the ideal medium for channeling your travel-inspired creativity and capturing the essence of your illuminating encounters on shore. Classes vary per sailing, but they all promise to leave you with a one-of-a-kind remembrance of your time onboard Allura.
On each cruise, a Guest Speaker will give special insights into the cultures and people of the regions visited, as well as fascinating anecdotes and topics relating to the locations. On certain sailings, a second Guest Speaker will deliver an extra program of informative talks and workshops. Take advantage of free lectures provided by the Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center on a variety of relevant health, nutrition, and wellness subjects to revitalize your routines and lifestyle. Regularly check your onboard newsletter, Currents, for a list of talks, presentations, and seminars.
The all-new LYNC Digital Center on Allura is all about connectivity. Join them for an interactive and enjoyable enrichment series that will help you connect with friends and family on social media, improve the quality of your images, and more. In an advanced digital center, a skilled Digital Concierge hosts free digital learning workshops for all skill levels, ranging from social media basics to travel photography and smartphone videos.
Oceania Allura is thrilled to present the Brugal 1888 & Ice Cream Masterclass. You'll learn how to make exquisite ice cream-inspired Brugal 1888 rum cocktails, including the classic coffee affogato, a refreshing spin on the Spritz, and a caramel popcorn milkshake that will thrill your taste buds. Guided by your onboard mixologist and dessert chef, you will learn not only how to prepare cocktails but also how to make the numerous types of ice cream that accompany them. Relax with these delectable cocktails poolside or wherever the day takes you.
Become a mixologist for the day and attend the Brugal 1888 Rum Tea at Sea Seminar. In this entertaining and hands-on course, you will take on the role of bartender. With the correct cocktail-making instruments, you will create excellent Brugal rum drinks with tea while learning about how tea has influenced mixology since the 17th century. You will discover enriching and enjoyable cocktail-making techniques that you can use to wow family and friends at home. Rum and tea cocktails will also be served at a few bars on board.
