The first of Royal Caribbean’s Quantum Class megaships to be based in Australia, Ovation of the Seas has all the high-tech gadgets you could hope for on a cruise ship. Carrying an epic 4,905 passengers at 1,500 crew, this is a next-level adventure for every kind of cruiser. 

From skydiving in the RipCord by iFLY simulator to catching a wave on the FlowRider Surf Simulator and looking down at the sea from almost 100 metres in the air in the North Star observation capsule, Ovation of the Seas is packed with out of this world experiences. Other fun features include four swimming pools, multiple hot tubs, Splashaway Bay splash park, a rock climbing wall, bumper cars, sports courts and a video game arcade. Don’t miss the giant sculpture of a panda mother and baby climbing over the outside of the Seaplex’s glass roof. 

Dining is a highlight with more than 20 restaurants dotted throughout the ship. There are four main dining rooms, a huge buffet, cafes, casual options and fine dining. Dine with the UK’s favourite celebrity chef at Jamie’s Italian, enjoy traditional Japanese at Izumi, grab a gourmet hot dog at the Seaplex Doghouse food truck or be swept up in the whimsy of Wonderland Imaginative Dining. After dinner, enjoy an innovative performance in Two70, watch a show in the Royal Theatre or catch a live band in the Music Hall. 

The Adventure Ocean kid’s club hosts little ones from six months to 12 years, while teens can hang out in the supervised Living Room area. The Solarium is the adults’ only retreat, with a pool, hot tubs and lounges, and the Vitality Spa is the place for some quiet rejuvenation. 

Almost very cabin on board Ovation of the Seas comes with an ocean view – even the inside cabins! Selected interior cabins come with the line’s revolutionary Virtual Balconies, essentially a floor-to-ceiling video screen that projects a real time video of the view outside. Families will love the over-the-top Ultimate Family Townhouses, a luxury suite complete with its own slide and a jacuzzi on the balcony. 

Ovation of the Seas spends half the year in Australian waters, sailing from Sydney to ports along the east coast, New Zealand and the South Pacific. In our winter months, she heads north to sail in Alaska. 

Food & Drink 

• Main Dining Rooms – choose from four main dining rooms serving cruise classics (Chic, Silk, The Grande and American Icon Grill). 
• Windjammer Marketplace – casual buffet with many different stations offering food from around the world. 
• Solarium Bistro – fresh Mediterranean flavours for all-day dining beside the Solarium pool. 
• Coastal Kitchen – California coastal cuisine with Mediterranean influences, exclusively for suite guests. 
• Noodle Bar – fast and fun Asian noodle bar inside Windjammer Marketplace. 
• Sorrento’s – pizza whole or by the slice for lunch, dinner and late night snacks. 
• Dog House – classic American hotdogs with all the toppings. 
• The Café @ Two70 – picnic-style sandwiches, soups, salads and breakfast favourites. 
• Café Promenade – grab a quick bite 24 hours a day. 
• Chops Grille – American steakhouse with top-quality beef, lobster and sides. ($) 
• Jamie’s Italian – Tuscan-inspired cuisine from celebrity chef Jamie Oliver. ($) 
• Izumi – modern Japanese featuring sushi, gyoza, tempura, ramen and more. ($) 
• Wonderland – imaginative cuisine that’s as delicious as it is entertaining. ($) 
• Chef’s Table – exclusive and intimate five-course meal led by the Chef de Cuisine. ($) 
• La Patisserie – stylish French café with decadent sweet treats. ($) 
• Fish & Ships – British-style fish and chip diner by the pool. ($) 
• Vintages – chic wine bar with a menu of elegant small bites. ($) 
• Amber & Oak – traditional pub meals with a side of live music. ($) 
• 24-hour Room Service 
• Bionic Bar – high-tech robotic bartenders will mix your drink of choice. 
• Schooner Bar – nautical-themed lounge with a piano player. 
• North Star Bar – drinks and dazzling views from the top deck. 
• Pool Bar & Sky Bar – outdoor bars overlooking the main swimming pool. 
• Sunshine Bar – fresh juices, antioxidant smoothies and craft cocktails in the Solarium. 
• Boleros – Latin-themed club for mojitos and dancing to the live band. 
• Crown Lounge – stylish bar inside the casino. 
• Concierge Club – private lounge for drinks and snacks, exclusive to suite guests and higher tier loyalty members. 

Entertainment 

• Ocean views, cutting-edge technology and immersive performances in Two70. 
• Enjoy world-class shows in the Royal Theatre. 
• Hear live bands and DJs in the Music Hall. 
• Try your luck at the games of Casino Royale. 

Recreational 

• Catch a wave on the FlowRider surf simulator. ($) 
• Feel the rush on an indoor skydive with Ripcord by iFly. ($) 
• Get a bird’s eye view from the 100m North Star observation pod. ($) 
• Scale the rock-climbing wall. 
• Take a ride on the bumper cars. 
• Play a game or two on the basketball court. 
• Enjoy classic games and virtual reality at the Video Arcade. 
• Splash around in the swimming pools and the Splashaway Bay water park. 
• Join a lecture, class or group activity in The Workshop. 
• Pick up some luxury mementos at the high-end stores, like Cartier, Kate Spade Michael Kors and Swarovski. 
• Curl up with a book in the library. 

Relaxation 

• Book in for an indulgent treatment at the Vitality At Sea Spa. ($) 
• Relax on the heated lounges of the thermal suite. ($) 
• Sweat it out in the sauna or steam room. 
• Retreat to the quiet pool and hot tubs of the adults’ only Solarium. 

Fitness 

• Make a loop of the ship on the outdoor jogging track around Deck 15. 
• Enjoy some exercise with ocean views in the fully equipped Vitality At Sea Fitness Centre. 
• Join a yoga, pilates, spin or training group fitness class. 

Other 

• Adventure Ocean – kids’ club with different groups for ages two to 17.