We enjoyed ever moment. Rain or shine, there's plenty to do. Take an umbrella and layer up, wasn't cold in June but definitely rainy in Juneau. Skagway was sunny and Sitka rain and sunny.
Embarkation
5 out of 5
Embarkation was crazy. Everyone departing from the previous cruise and getting on the next one was in the same area.
My advice is
*Have all paperwork in hand printed.
*Tape/staple your cabin number to your suitcase before checking in your luggage.
*Avoid going early, when thousands of passengers are there and then they all go to the buffet.
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
5 out of 5
We ate at the main dining area for breakfast once and had dinner everyday, which was really nice.
Buffet, you have more of a selection and you can eat to your hearts content. But I didn't find the food flavorful. Fruit was good.
Other restaurants were better, if you want to pay the price.
If you're on a diet, that goes out of the window.
Onboard Activities
5 out of 5
Gym was great. Make sure you visit it, and you won't feel so guilty eating too much.
We went to the adult pool area and wasn't too crowded.
Entertainment
5 out of 5
The shows were entertaining and I was laughing so hard I cried. Never thought they would be so much fun. Get there early because they do fill up. Plenty to do on sea days just check beforehand, also familiarize your ship so you know where each show is taking place.
Service and Staff
5 out of 5
Everyone was so pleasant, helpful, courteous and polite. Whatever you need, they will help you. All I can say is excellent.
Never have I met a group of people that will bend over backwards to assist you.
Ship Quality
5 out of 5
I would definitely travel Ovation of the Seas again. It was spotless.
Cabin / Stateroom
5 out of 5
7154 was a balcony ocean view. Really nice with no blocked views.
Ship tip
If you want to avoid chaos, get there a couple of hours before disembarking.
Cruise liner is really nice, I would definitely choose it again.
We disembarked at the appropriate time when it was not so crowded. Alot of guests go to the buffet and leave late and that's when it gets difficult and chaotic. If your going to eat before you leave, go to the buffet early.
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