A one way promenade — Onboard Allure of the Seas ...Atlantic Ocean.

Signs urging on promenaders — Onboard Allure of the Seas.

Almost there! — Onboard Allure of the Seas ...Atlantic Ocean.

Mile markers help keep track of distances walked — Onboard Allure of the Seas.

These "rescue vessels" can each accommodate 370 people — Onboard Allure of the Seas.

I've yet to figure out how the seating works on these rescue vessels (lifeboats) — Allure OTS.

These capsules contain additional rafts ... in case of emergency — Allure of the Seas.

A Promenade with Rules!

March 2, 2020, North Atlantic Ocean ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F

Along the outside perimeter of deck 5 is a two lane wrap-around promenade — one lane for walkers and the other for runners ... 2.4 laps = 1 mile ... 12 laps = 5 miles.

One of the nicest things about this promenade? There are traffic signs. Or more accurately, promenade walking signs indicating that it’s one way! Even nicer? People seem to be taking the signs to heart and obeying them. That’s a first in my experience! Signs encouraging people to keep walking are overhead ... verbal cheerleaders!

We skipped the promenade while we were exploring the ship. But I checked it out after lunch. Unfortunately, I didn’t get far — too windy. But I intend to try again tomorrow ... and the next day ... and the next day, etc. etc. etc.Read more