Ovation of the Seas Docked in China for an Exciting Short Season

Royal Caribbean International’s Ovation of the Seas has recently docked in the Far East, marking the beginning of a short homeporting season in China. This brief deployment consists of four cruises launching from Hong Kong and Tianjin, with scheduled stops in Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.

After completing a winter season in Australia, the ship, built in 2016, made its way to Hong Kong in mid-April. It began its journey with a five-night cruise to Okinawa and Keelung from the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal. In late April, Ovation of the Seas departed on a one-way cruise to Tianjin, followed by an additional five-night voyage featuring stops in Nagasaki and Seogwipo-si, alongside two days at sea.

Prior to departing for North America, the ship is also set to offer a one-way cruise to Yokohama from Tianjin. This nine-night itinerary will include visits to five ports in Japan and South Korea, such as Incheon, Kagoshima, and Kochi.

Originally, Ovation of the Seas was slated for a full summer deployment in China with numerous cruises from Tianjin. However, those plans were later revised to allow the ship to operate a summer program on the West Coast of the United States instead. After this short season in China, it will join Navigator of the Seas in offering various cruises from Los Angeles, including three- to six-night itineraries to Mexican destinations like Ensenada and Cabo San Lucas.

Following its stint on the West Coast, Ovation of the Seas will cross the Pacific for a winter sailing season from Singapore, which will cover destinations in Malaysia and Thailand. Throughout this period, the Spectrum of the Seas, which has been operating in Asia year-round since 2019, continues to cater to the domestic market in China with a range of four- to eight-night cruises to locations in Japan and South Korea.

Set sail on a voyage of discovery with CruiseShip.net – your ultimate destination for all things cruising! Explore the latest news, insightful reviews, and thrilling cruising adventures from around the globe. Whether you’re a seasoned cruiser or a first-time traveler, CruiseShip.net is your go-to source for expert advice, insider tips, and inspiring stories to fuel your wanderlust. Embark on a journey like no other with CruiseShip.net – where every wave brings new excitement and endless possibilities on the high seas.