Ovation of the Seas: Ultimate Guide

If you’re thinking about booking Ovation of the Seas (one of the most beloved cruise ships) for the upcoming season, you’re not the only one. This Quantum-class ship has built a bit of a cult following in Australia, and for good reason. It’s big, it’s packed with stuff to do (from skydiving simulations to bumper cars), and it sails to some pretty stunning places. 

Whether you’re chasing sunshine closer to home or heading north to see Alaska’s glaciers, Ovation’s got a solid lineup for the 2025/26 season. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know: from itineraries and cabins to what’s worth doing on board (and what you can probably skip).

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2025/26 Itineraries and Destinations

Ovation of the Seas has a pretty packed schedule lined up for 2025/26, and it’s doing a bit of globe-trotting. Things kick off in April with a string of short Asia sailings, starting in Singapore and hopping through hotspots like Hong Kong, Okinawa, and Jeju Island. It’s a bit of a sampler tour, great if you’re after a quick break with a mix of big cities and beach stops.

From there, the ship heads north to Alaska for its usual summer run. Expect the classic glacier-viewing, wildlife-spotting, and jaw-dropping scenery, all wrapped up in those 7-night round-trip excursions from Seattle. If you haven’t ticked Alaska off your list yet, this is one of the more comfortable ways to do it.

Unfortunately, Ovation of the Seas will not return to Australia and instead, sail from Los Angeles.

And if you’re wondering, yes, these cruises tend to book out fast. Ovation’s kind of a fan favourite here.

All Dates	All Itineraries	All Ports
Date	Itinerary	Departure Port
2025 Mar 29	9 days, round-trip Pacific Island Hopper	Sydney
Date / Time Port 29 Mar 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 01 Apr 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 02 Apr 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 03 Apr 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 07 Apr 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Apr 07	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 07 Apr 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 09 Apr 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 11 Apr 05:00    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 May 02	3 days, round-trip Comedy Getaway	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Comedy cruise Date / Time Port 02 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 05 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 May 05	12 days, round-trip Fiji South Pacific	Sydney
Date / Time Port 05 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 08 May 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 09 May 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 11 May 08:00 - 18:00    Lautoka, Fiji 12 May 08:00 - 17:00    Dravuni Island Fiji 17 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 May 17	9 days, round-trip Great Barrier Reef	Sydney
Date / Time Port 17 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 19 May 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 21 May 13:00 - 14:00    Willis Island, Coral Sea, Australia 22 May 07:00 - 16:00    Cairns, Queensland Australia 23 May 09:00 - 18:00    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 26 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 May 26	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 26 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 28 May 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 30 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 May 30	3 days, round-trip 80S Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 30 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 02 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Jun 02	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 02 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 05 Jun 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 06 Jun 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 07 Jun 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 08 Jun 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 12 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Jun 12	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 12 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 14 Jun 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 16 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Jun 16	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 16 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 18 Jun 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 20 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Jun 20	3 days, round-trip Comedy Getaway	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Comedy cruise Date / Time Port 20 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 23 Jun 04:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Jun 23	8 days, round-trip Great Barrier Reef	Sydney
Date / Time Port 23 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 26 Jun 14:00 - 15:00    Willis Island, Coral Sea, Australia 27 Jun 07:00 - 17:00    Yorkeys Knob, Queensland Australia 28 Jun 10:00 - 18:00    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 01 Jul 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Jul 01	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 01 Jul 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 03 Jul 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 05 Jul 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Jul 05	9 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 05 Jul 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 09 Jul 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 10 Jul 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 11 Jul 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 14 Jul 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Jul 14	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 14 Jul 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 16 Jul 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 18 Jul 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Jul 18	3 days, round-trip 80S Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 18 Jul 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 21 Jul 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Jul 21	10 days, round-trip Great Barrier Reef	Sydney
Date / Time Port 21 Jul 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 24 Jul 07:00 - 16:00    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 25 Jul 09:00 - 26 Jul 19:00    Cairns, Queensland Australia 27 Jul 11:00 - 12:00    Willis Island, Coral Sea, Australia 29 Jul 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 31 Jul 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Jul 31	3 days, round-trip Comedy Getaway	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Comedy cruise Date / Time Port 31 Jul 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 03 Aug 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Aug 03	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 03 Aug 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 07 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 08 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 09 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 10 Aug 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 13 Aug 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Aug 13	9 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 13 Aug 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 16 Aug 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 17 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 18 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 22 Aug 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Aug 22	3 days, round-trip Comedy Getaway	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Comedy cruise Date / Time Port 22 Aug 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 25 Aug 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Aug 25	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 25 Aug 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 27 Aug 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 29 Aug 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Aug 29	3 days, round-trip 90S Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 29 Aug 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 01 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Sep 01	9 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 01 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 04 Sep 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 05 Sep 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 06 Sep 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 10 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Sep 10	9 days, round-trip Great Barrier Reef	Sydney
Date / Time Port 10 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 12 Sep 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 14 Sep 13:00 - 14:00    Willis Island, Coral Sea, Australia 15 Sep 07:00 - 16:00    Cairns, Queensland Australia 16 Sep 09:00 - 18:00    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 19 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Sep 19	3 days, round-trip Comedy Getaway	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Comedy cruise Date / Time Port 19 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 22 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Sep 22	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 22 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 24 Sep 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 26 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Sep 26	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 26 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 28 Sep 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 30 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Sep 30	9 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 30 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 03 Oct 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 04 Oct 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 05 Oct 08:00 - 18:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 09 Oct 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Oct 09	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 09 Oct 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 11 Oct 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 13 Oct 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Oct 13	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 13 Oct 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 15 Oct 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 17 Oct 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Oct 17	3 days, round-trip Comedy Getaway	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Comedy cruise Date / Time Port 17 Oct 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 20 Oct 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Oct 20	8 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 20 Oct 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 23 Oct 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 24 Oct 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 28 Oct 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Oct 28	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 28 Oct 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 30 Oct 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 01 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Nov 01	6 days, round-trip Melbourne Cup Carnival	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Melbourne Cup cruise Date / Time Port 01 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 03 Nov 08:00 - 05 Nov 16:00    Melbourne, Victoria Australia 07 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Nov 07	3 days, round-trip Comedy Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 07 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 10 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Nov 10	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 10 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 12 Nov 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 14 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Nov 14	3 days, round-trip Comedy Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 14 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 17 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Nov 17	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 17 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 19 Nov 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 21 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Nov 21	3 days, round-trip 80S Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 21 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 24 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Nov 24	8 days, round-trip Tasmania	Sydney
Date / Time Port 24 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 26 Nov 08:00 - 18:00    Hobart, Tasmania Australia 27 Nov 07:00 - 16:00    Port Arthur, Tasmania Australia 29 Nov 08:00 - 19:00    Kangaroo Island, Penneshaw, South Australia 02 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Dec 02	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 02 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 04 Dec 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 06 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Dec 06	3 days, round-trip Comedy Getaway	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Comedy cruise Date / Time Port 06 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 09 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Dec 09	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 09 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 11 Dec 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 13 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Dec 13	3 days, round-trip Comedy Getaway	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Comedy cruise Date / Time Port 13 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 16 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Dec 16	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Christmas cruise Date / Time Port 16 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 19 Dec 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 20 Dec 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 21 Dec 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 22 Dec 08:00 - 18:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 26 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Dec 26	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 26 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 28 Dec 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 30 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2025 Dec 30	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Cruise Theme: New Year cruise Date / Time Port 30 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 03 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 04 Jan 08:00 - 18:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 05 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 06 Jan 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 09 Jan 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jan 09	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 09 Jan 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 12 Jan 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 13 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 14 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 15 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 19 Jan 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jan 24	3 days, round-trip Aussie Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 24 Jan 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 27 Jan 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jan 27	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 27 Jan 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 29 Jan 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 31 Jan 05:00    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jan 31	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 31 Jan 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 03 Feb 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Feb 03	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 03 Feb 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 05 Feb 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 07 Feb 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Feb 07	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 07 Feb 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 10 Feb 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Feb 10	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 10 Feb 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 14 Feb 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 15 Feb 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 16 Feb 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 17 Feb 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 20 Feb 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Feb 20	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 20 Feb 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 23 Feb 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Feb 23	5 days, round-trip Tasmania	Sydney
Date / Time Port 23 Feb 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 25 Feb 08:00 - 26 Feb 14:00    Hobart, Tasmania Australia 28 Feb 04:00    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Feb 28	9 days, round-trip Great Barrier Reef	Sydney
Date / Time Port 28 Feb 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 03 Mar 07:00 - 16:00    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 04 Mar 09:00 - 18:00    Cairns, Queensland Australia 05 Mar 10:00 - 11:00    Willis Island, Coral Sea, Australia 07 Mar 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 09 Mar 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Mar 09	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 09 Mar 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 11 Mar 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 13 Mar 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Mar 13	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 13 Mar 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 16 Mar 04:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Mar 16	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 16 Mar 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 18 Mar 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 20 Mar 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Mar 20	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 20 Mar 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 23 Mar 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Mar 23	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 23 Mar 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 26 Mar 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 27 Mar 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 28 Mar 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 29 Mar 08:00 - 18:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 02 Apr 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Apr 02	5 days, round-trip Phillip Island	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Easter cruise Date / Time Port 02 Apr 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 04 Apr 08:00 - 17:00    Phillip Island, Victoria Australia 07 Apr 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Apr 07	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 07 Apr 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 09 Apr 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 11 Apr 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Apr 11	9 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 11 Apr 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 14 Apr 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 15 Apr 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 16 Apr 08:00 - 18:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 20 Apr 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Apr 20	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 20 Apr 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 22 Apr 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 24 Apr 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Apr 24	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 24 Apr 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 27 Apr 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Apr 27	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 27 Apr 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 29 Apr 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 01 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 May 01	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 01 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 04 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 May 04	12 days, round-trip Fiji South Pacific	Sydney
Date / Time Port 04 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 07 May 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 08 May 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 10 May 08:00 - 18:00    Lautoka, Fiji 11 May 08:00 - 17:00    Dravuni Island Fiji 16 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 May 16	9 days, round-trip Great Barrier Reef	Sydney
Date / Time Port 16 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 19 May 07:00 - 16:00    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 20 May 09:00 - 20:30    Cairns, Queensland Australia 21 May 12:00 - 13:00    Willis Island, Coral Sea, Australia 23 May 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 25 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 May 25	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 25 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 27 May 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 29 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 May 29	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 29 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 01 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jun 01	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 01 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 03 Jun 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 05 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jun 05	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 05 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 08 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jun 08	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 08 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 12 Jun 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 13 Jun 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 14 Jun 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 15 Jun 08:00 - 17:30    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 18 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jun 18	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 18 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 20 Jun 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 22 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jun 22	10 days, round-trip Great Barrier Reef	Sydney
Date / Time Port 22 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 25 Jun 14:00 - 15:00    Willis Island, Coral Sea, Australia 26 Jun 08:00 - 27 Jun 16:00    Cairns, Queensland Australia 28 Jun 09:00 - 18:30    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 30 Jun 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 02 Jul 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jul 02	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 02 Jul 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 04 Jul 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 06 Jul 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jul 06	9 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 06 Jul 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 10 Jul 08:00 - 16:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 11 Jul 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 12 Jul 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 15 Jul 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jul 15	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 15 Jul 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 17 Jul 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 19 Jul 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jul 19	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 19 Jul 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 23 Jul 08:00 - 16:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 24 Jul 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 25 Jul 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 26 Jul 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 29 Jul 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Jul 29	9 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 29 Jul 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 01 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 02 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 03 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 07 Aug 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Aug 07	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 07 Aug 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 10 Aug 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Aug 10	9 days, round-trip Great Barrier Reef	Sydney
Date / Time Port 10 Aug 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 12 Aug 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 14 Aug 07:00 - 16:00    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 15 Aug 09:00 - 19:00    Cairns, Queensland Australia 16 Aug 10:30 - 11:30    Willis Island, Coral Sea, Australia 19 Aug 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Aug 19	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 19 Aug 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 23 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 24 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 25 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 26 Aug 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 29 Aug 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Aug 29	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 29 Aug 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 01 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Sep 01	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 01 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 03 Sep 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 05 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Sep 05	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 05 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 08 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Sep 08	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 08 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 12 Sep 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 13 Sep 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 14 Sep 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 15 Sep 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 18 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Sep 18	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 18 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 21 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Sep 21	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 21 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 23 Sep 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 25 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Sep 25	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 25 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 27 Sep 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 29 Sep 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Sep 29	9 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 29 Sep 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 02 Oct 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 03 Oct 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 04 Oct 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 08 Oct 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Oct 08	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 08 Oct 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 10 Oct 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 12 Oct 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Oct 12	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 12 Oct 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 14 Oct 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 16 Oct 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Oct 16	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 16 Oct 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 19 Oct 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Oct 19	8 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 19 Oct 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 22 Oct 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 23 Oct 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 27 Oct 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Oct 27	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 27 Oct 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 29 Oct 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 31 Oct 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Oct 31	6 days, round-trip Melbourne Cup	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Melbourne Cup cruise Date / Time Port 31 Oct 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 02 Nov 08:00 - 04 Nov 16:00    Melbourne, Victoria Australia 06 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Nov 06	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 06 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 09 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Nov 09	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 09 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 11 Nov 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 13 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Nov 13	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 13 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 16 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Nov 16	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 16 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 19 Nov 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 20 Nov 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 21 Nov 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 22 Nov 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 26 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Nov 26	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 26 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 28 Nov 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 30 Nov 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Nov 30	4 days, round-trip Phillip Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 30 Nov 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 02 Dec 08:00 - 17:00    Phillip Island, Victoria Australia 04 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Dec 04	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 04 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 07 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Dec 07	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 07 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 09 Dec 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 11 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Dec 11	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 11 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 14 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Dec 14	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 14 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 16 Dec 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 18 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Dec 18	9 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Cruise Theme: Christmas cruise Date / Time Port 18 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 21 Dec 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 22 Dec 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 23 Dec 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 27 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Dec 27	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 27 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 30 Dec 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2026 Dec 30	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Cruise Theme: New Year cruise Date / Time Port 30 Dec 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 02 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 03 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 04 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 05 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 09 Jan 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 Jan 09	10 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 09 Jan 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 12 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 13 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Lifou Island, New Caledonia 14 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 15 Jan 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 19 Jan 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 Jan 19	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 19 Jan 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 21 Jan 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 23 Jan 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 Jan 23	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 23 Jan 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 25 Jan 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 27 Jan 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 Jan 27	14 days, one-way from Sydney to Singapore	Sydney
Date / Time Port 27 Jan 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 30 Jan 07:00 - 17:00    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 03 Feb 08:00 - 18:00    Darwin, NT Australia 06 Feb 07:00 - 18:00    Benoa, Bali Indonesia 07 Feb 07:00 - 17:00    Lembar, Lombok Indonesia 10 Feb 04:00    Arriving in Singapore
2027 Feb 27	9 days, round-trip Cambodia Cruises	Singapore
Date / Time Port 27 Feb 18:00    Departing from Singapore 01 Mar 07:00 - 16:00    Koh Samui Island Thailand 02 Mar 07:00 - 18:00    Laem Chabang, Bangkok, Thailand 03 Mar 09:00 - 18:00    Sihanoukville, Cambodia 05 Mar 07:00 - 20:00    Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 08 Mar 07:00    Arriving in Singapore
2027 Mar 08	16 days, one-way from Singapore to Melbourne	Singapore
Date / Time Port 08 Mar 17:00    Departing from Singapore 09 Mar 07:00 - 17:00    Klang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Selangor 10 Mar 08:00 - 17:00    Pulau Langkawi Island, Malaysia Kedah 14 Mar 07:00 - 17:00    Benoa, Bali Indonesia 18 Mar 07:00 - 18:00    Fremantle, Perth, Western Australia 20 Mar 07:00 - 18:00    Albany WA, Western Australia 24 Mar 07:00    Arriving in Melbourne, Victoria Australia
2027 Mar 24	6 days, round-trip South Australia	Melbourne
Cruise Theme: Easter cruise Date / Time Port 24 Mar 16:00    Departing from Melbourne, Victoria Australia 26 Mar 07:00 - 18:00    Port Lincoln, South Australia 27 Mar 07:00 - 18:00    Kangaroo Island, Penneshaw, South Australia 28 Mar 07:00 - 18:00    Adelaide, South Australia 30 Mar 07:00    Arriving in Melbourne, Victoria Australia
2027 Mar 30	4 days, round-trip Kangaroo Island	Melbourne
Date / Time Port 30 Mar 16:00    Departing from Melbourne, Victoria Australia 01 Apr 08:00 - 18:00    Kangaroo Island, Penneshaw, South Australia 03 Apr 07:00    Arriving in Melbourne, Victoria Australia
2027 Apr 03	4 days, round-trip Kangaroo Island	Melbourne
Date / Time Port 03 Apr 16:00    Departing from Melbourne, Victoria Australia 05 Apr 08:00 - 18:00    Kangaroo Island, Penneshaw, South Australia 07 Apr 07:00    Arriving in Melbourne, Victoria Australia
2027 Apr 07	2 days, one-way from Melbourne to Sydney	Melbourne
Date / Time Port 07 Apr 16:00    Departing from Melbourne, Victoria Australia 09 Apr 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 Apr 09	9 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 09 Apr 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 13 Apr 08:00 - 16:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 14 Apr 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 15 Apr 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 18 Apr 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 Apr 18	8 days, round-trip Great Barrier Reef	Sydney
Date / Time Port 18 Apr 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 21 Apr 07:00 - 16:00    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 22 Apr 09:00 - 17:30    Cairns, Queensland Australia 23 Apr 09:00 - 10:00    Willis Island, Coral Sea, Australia 26 Apr 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 Apr 26	12 days, round-trip Fiji South Pacific	Sydney
Date / Time Port 26 Apr 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 30 Apr 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 02 May 08:00 - 18:00    Lautoka, Fiji 03 May 07:00 - 16:00    Dravuni Island Fiji 05 May 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 08 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 May 08	2 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 08 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 10 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 May 10	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 10 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 12 May 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 14 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 May 14	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 14 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 17 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 May 17	8 days, round-trip Great Barrier Reef	Sydney
Date / Time Port 17 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 20 May 07:00 - 16:00    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 21 May 09:00 - 17:30    Cairns, Queensland Australia 22 May 09:00 - 10:00    Willis Island, Coral Sea, Australia 25 May 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 May 25	9 days, round-trip Vanuatu New Caledonia	Sydney
Date / Time Port 25 May 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 28 May 08:00 - 17:00    Noumea, Grande Terre Island New Caledonia 29 May 08:00 - 17:00    Mystery Island, Aneityum, Vanuatu 30 May 08:00 - 17:00    Port Vila, Efate Island Vanuatu 03 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 Jun 03	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 03 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 05 Jun 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 07 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 Jun 07	4 days, round-trip Tangalooma - Moreton Island	Sydney
Date / Time Port 07 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 09 Jun 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 11 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 Jun 11	3 days, round-trip Getaway	Sydney
Date / Time Port 11 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 14 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia
2027 Jun 14	9 days, round-trip Great Barrier Reef	Sydney
Date / Time Port 14 Jun 16:00    Departing from Sydney, NSW Australia 17 Jun 07:00 - 16:00    Airlie Beach, Queensland Australia 18 Jun 09:00 - 17:45    Cairns, Queensland Australia 19 Jun 10:00 - 11:00    Willis Island, Coral Sea, Australia 21 Jun 08:00 - 18:00    Moreton Island, Queensland Australia 23 Jun 06:30    Arriving in Sydney, NSW Australia

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Dining and Culinary Experience

If you’ve cruised with Royal Caribbean before, you’ll know the food situation is solid, and Ovation of the Seas doesn’t disappoint. There’s the usual mix of included spots and specialty restaurants, depending on whether you’re after something quick, a bit fancy, or just want to see how many meals you can fit into one day (no judgment).

The main dining room is split into a few different venues. They look a little different, but the menus are the same. You’ll find classic stuff here like steak, pasta, and the usual parade of desserts. It’s decent, and the service is usually spot on.

For a more casual feed, Windjammer is the go-to buffet. It’s open all day, and while it gets busy, especially at peak times, it’s an easy place to grab something without much fuss. If you’re up early or back late from shore excursions, it’s handy.

Now, if you’re keen to treat yourself, Ovation has a good selection of specialty dining (heads up, these cost extra). Jamie’s Italian is a crowd favourite (the Jamie Oliver one), and Chops Grille does a decent steak. Wonderland is the wildcard, with its “experimental” menus with dry ice and quirky plating. Great if you’re up for something different, maybe not so much if you just want a straight-up meal.

There’s also Izumi for sushi and teppanyaki, and a Chef’s Table experience if you’re feeling fancy and like the idea of a multi-course wine-paired dinner with a small group.

And for the between-meal snacks (you’re on a cruise, it happens), Sorrento’s does pizza, Café Promenade has pastries and sandwiches, and Fish & Ships by the pool serves up exactly what it sounds like: greasy, salty, and perfect after a swim.

All in all, plenty of variety. You won’t go hungry, and the bigger issue will probably be pacing yourself.

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Onboard Activities (Family, Kids, and Couple)

There’s no shortage of things to do on Ovation of the Seas. In fact, the bigger challenge is figuring out how to fit everything in. Whether you’re sailing with kids, teenagers, or just your other half, the ship’s stacked with stuff to keep everyone happy (and maybe even a bit worn out by the end of the day).

For Families

If you’re cruising as a group of friends, Ovation’s a great pick. The SeaPlex is the big highlight here. It’s basically a giant indoor playground for all ages. You get bumper cars, roller skating, ping pong, Xbox stations, and even a flying trapeze. It’s one of those spaces that changes depending on the time of day, and you’ll probably end up spending more time there than you expect.

There’s also the FlowRider surf simulator if you’re up for a splash, or the rock climbing wall if your legs still have energy after exploring ports. And for a more chilled family fun moment, the North Star (that glass capsule that lifts you 90 metres above sea level) gives you a pretty incredible view, especially if you time it right during sailaway.

For Kids (and Teens)

Royal Caribbean knows what it’s doing when it comes to keeping younger cruisers entertained. The Adventure Ocean kids’ program splits kids into age groups, so no one’s stuck doing activities that feel too young or too old. They mix fun with a bit of learning (but in a sneaky, no-pressure way), from scavenger hunts to pirate nights and science experiments.

Smaller kids will love Splashaway Bay, a colourful water play area with fountains and slides (basically, the ship’s own mini waterpark). There’s also an arcade with all the usual flashing lights and sound effects if you need a quick bribe between pool sessions.

Teens get their chill zones, like The Living Room and Fuel, a teens-only nightclub (don’t worry, no booze). These are parent-free spaces where they can hang out, dance, play games, or just escape from the family for a bit. There are also sports courts for basketball, dodgeball, or whatever the day’s organised game might be.

For Couples

If your idea of a holiday is doing as little as possible together, you’re in luck. Ovation has a Solarium, an adults-only area with pools, whirlpools, and loungers where you can properly zone out without any cannonballs in sight. Add in a cocktail and you’re sorted.

For next-level relaxation, there’s the Vitality Spa, which does couples massages and all the usual facials, wraps, and treatments. Not exactly cheap, but definitely indulgent.

Evenings are ideal for date nights. From dinners at Jamie’s Italian or Chops Grille, to grabbing a drink at the Bionic Bar (where robots mix your cocktail…the novelty never wears off), or catching a show at Two70, which combines live performance with some pretty mind-bending visuals.

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Accommodations Details

Ovation of the Seas has a bit of everything when it comes to rooms: from basic inside cabins to sprawling suites with all the bells and whistles. Whether you’re the type to unpack and never leave your room or you just need a place to crash between activities and buffet runs, there’s an option that’ll fit.

Interior Staterooms

If you’re on a budget or not too fussed about ocean views, these are your go-to. They’re compact but cleverly designed. Some even come with a “Virtual Balcony”, a floor-to-ceiling screen that shows live footage of the outside, so you still get the vibe of a view without paying extra for it.

Ocean View Staterooms

Same deal as the interiors, but with an actual window. Nice if you want natural light or like to wake up and check the weather without opening an app.

Balcony Staterooms

Probably the sweet spot for most cruisers. You get your own little slice of outdoor space to sit, sip, or just watch the ocean roll by. If you’re doing scenic sailings like New Zealand or Alaska, this one’s worth the splurge.

Suites

The suites on Ovation range from roomy to ridiculous. We’re talking multiple rooms, a royal king bed or king-size bed, bigger balconies, better bathrooms, and a bunch of perks like priority boarding, access to exclusive areas, and fancier dining options. Great if you’re celebrating something (or just really like space).

Solo Cabins

Ovation also has a few rooms made just for solo travellers, so you’re not stuck paying double if you’re cruising solo. Some even have balconies, which is rare.

No matter which cabin type you pick, you’ll get the basics: private bathroom, one double-sofa bed, TV, safe, and enough storage to unpack properly. Some rooms are closer to the action, some are quieter. It’s worth checking the deck plan before you book, depending on how much you like (or hate) walking.

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Deck Plan

Ovation of the Seas is huge. There are 16 decks of restaurants, bars, theatres, pool bar, and things you never thought you’d find on a ship (like a skydiving simulator). If it’s your first time on a Quantum-class ship, it can take a day or two to figure out where everything is, but once you do, it’s surprisingly easy to get around.

Here’s a quick rundown to help you get your bearings:

Decks 2–3: Mostly staterooms and some behind-the-scenes stuff. You probably won’t spend much time here unless your cabin’s on one of these decks.

Decks 4–5: This is where things start to get interesting — theatre, casino, shops, bars, and some of the main restaurants live here. You’ll also find guest services and the main dining areas. Expect crowds here around dinner and showtime.

Decks 6–13: All about accommodation. Most of the staterooms are spread across these decks, from inside cabins to suites. If you’re trying to avoid too much noise from above or below, aim for the middle ones.

Deck 14: Pool central. You’ve got the outdoor pools, the family-friendly areas, and the adults-only Solarium here, plus a few quick eats nearby. It’s a solid spot to lounge, especially on sea days.

Deck 15: This one’s all action. You have the SeaPlex, Rock Climbing Wall, arcade, FlowRider, and more. If you’re travelling with kids or teens, you’ll be here. A lot.

Deck 16: Right at the top, you’ve got the North Star (that bubble thing that lifts you into the sky), RipCord by iFLY (indoor skydiving), and some serious views. Not a bad spot to end your afternoon.