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Item: Ovation of the Seas
Rating: 4.4
Author: jdholy

Ovation of the Seas Cruise Review to Alaska - Inside Passage

jdholy

Contributor Level: Deck Hand

Cruises: 2-3 cruises

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 7

Overall rating:

4.4 out of 5

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7 Night Alaska Experience (Seattle Roundtrip)

Sail date: July 05, 2024

Ship: Ovation of the Seas

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 13148

Traveled as: Family (young children)

Reviewed: 3 months ago

Review summary

Alaskan adventure. The train ride in Skagway is a must do. We saw more whales aboard the cruise ship than on excursion. Would have liked to see some bears.

Embarkation

5 out of 5

Needed help when arriving to find parking at pier. Easier to board.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5

Well-done. Get a drink package. Look for deals they offer before cruise.

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5

Too crowded at times.

Entertainment

3 out of 5

Awesome performances, could be more.

Children's Programs

3 out of 5

Service and Staff

5 out of 5

Five star. They work very hard.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5

Great ship!

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5

Awesomeness in cleanliness. Size of room adequate , comfort of beds horrible. Ask for extra comforter bedding to help your back.

Ship tip

Prebook your excursions early , watch for deals on drink packages and prepay your gratuities if you can.

Thumbs up

Ports of call

Seattle, Washington

3 out of 5

Juneau, Alaska

5 out of 5

Skagway, Alaska

5 out of 5

Sitka, Alaska

5 out of 5

Victoria, British Columbia

3 out of 5

Disembarkation

5 out of 5

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