Rugged mountain ranges, unspoiled wilderness, glimmering glaciers and misty fjords — there are so many reasons to visit Alaska. And while there’s no shortage of options when it comes to diving deep into this northern state’s stark natural beauty, there’s nothing quite like experiencing America’s last ßfrntier onboard the revolutionary cruise ship Ovation of the Seas®, sailing Alaska summer cruises from Seattle. Part of the Royal Caribbean Quantum Class, the ship has been hailed the biggest and boldest to ever sail the Alaska coast. That’s quite a claim to make. But when you consider views from every stateroom, one-of-a-kind onboard activities you can enjoy in any climate, world class dining, bar-raising entertainment and nightlife, you’ll find Ovation more than lives up to the title. Still not convinced? Here are just a few reasons why Ovation of the Seas is the best way to visit Alaska.
Ovation
of the Seas brings record-breaking views to the last
frontier — like a panoramic
look at the surrounding wilderness from 300 feet above sea level on the North Star, the highest
vantage
point of any cruise ship sailing to Alaska. If you want to wake up to spectacular sights every
morning,
you’ll have plenty of options — Ovation
of the Seas has more balconies than any ship cruising to Alaska. It’s also the
only ship in the region that offers views from every room. Even interior and single studio
staterooms have
virtual balconies showcasing live, real time views of the breathtaking scenery outside. Since
Alaska is
known for its awe-inspiring natural landscapes, you’re guaranteed to be taking in pristine
glacier-dotted
bays, sweeping coastal plains, jagged basalt cliffs and lush temperate rain forests as you sail
from one
incredible port to another.
The Quantum Class was designed for all kinds of weather, which means Ovation
of the Seas is perfect for an
Alaskan adventure. Onboard you’ll find the largest and most revolutionary indoor activity space
at sea, the
Seaplex — big enough to include a full-size basketball court, bumper cars, a roller rink and
even a trapeze
school. Not to mention fully-adaptable outdoor spaces, like pools with retractable roofs. If
you’re craving
a rush of adrenaline, you can pull on a wet suit and join a hang-ten session on the FlowRider®
surf
simulator as you sail past glaciers of the
Alaska Inside Passage or Glacier Bay National Park. And say goodbye to gravity while
experiencing an exhilarating free-fall in a transparent chamber on RipCord by iFLY, the only
skydiving
simulator at sea. At night, cozy up with a blanket and settle in for a movie under the stars on
the pool
deck. With so much to see and do onboard, it’s no surprise Ovation of the
Seas is considered the best
Alaska cruise out there.
Alaska’s a showstopper, and so are the performances you’ll enjoy when you sail there on Ovation
of the Seas. One of the
ship’s biggest wows is also one of the most exciting event spaces you’ll find at sea — or on
land. Two70
is a unique,
groundbreaking venue that offers sweeping panoramic sea views through floor-to-ceiling glass
walls spanning
almost
three decks. When the sun goes down, the space fuses dynamic technology and live entertainment
to create
dazzling
displays — like the original theater production Pixels, where talented performers and dancing
robotic
screens follow
electrifying choreography in a never-before-seen blend of art and tech.
Impressed yet? You’ll quickly find that robots do much more than dance onboard Ovation
of the Seas. If you
swing by the
Bionic Bar, you can order a drink on a tablet and watch as robot bartenders shake, stir and
muddle your
favorite
cocktail for you. Plus, there are plenty of other places to grab a sip between new discoveries,
whether
you’re in the
mood for a glass of your favorite pinot at Vintages or the ultimate piña colada paired with 360º
views at
the North
Star Bar.
In between soaking up all the thrills Alaska has in store, you’re bound to work up an appetite.
Fortunately, Ovation of the Seas offers world class
dining that’s
as delicious as Alaska is wild. At Izumi Japanese Cuisine you’ll
find lots of freshly-prepared rolls to satisfy your sushi craving, while the team at Jamie’s
Italian by Jamie
Oliver serves up all
your favorite Tuscan-inspired flavors family-style. Prime meat and steakhouse classics take
center stage at
Chops Grille, and at Wonderland Imaginative Cuisine you can take your taste buds on a wild ride
with
enchanted elixirs and
whimsical culinary creations. Looking for something a little more local? Fish & Ships serves up
a taste of the Last Frontier right onboard, so you can nosh on a basket of freshly battered
halibut or an Alaskan pollock sandwich while soaking up glacial views from the top deck. And
that’s
not even scratching the surface of this ship’s incredible dining options.
Without a doubt, a trip to Alaska should be at the top of everyone’s bucket list. And whether
you’re a
veteran traveler who’s cruised to Alaska before, or just setting out on your first visit to this
remote and
ruggedly beautiful destination, you’ll quickly discover there’s no better way to experience
Alaska than
onboard one of the world’s most incredible ships. Ready to answer the call of the wild? Alaska summer
sailings for 2020 onboard Ovation of the
Seas are
open for booking, so you can get a head-start on
planning your most epic northern getaway yet.