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I TOOK MY MOM ON CRUISE TO ALASKA! | WORST EMBARKATION EVER! (OVATION OF THE SEAS)

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The Shiplife
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👁️ 59K views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 23:22

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents the beginning of an Alaskan cruise aboard the Ovation of the Seas, accompanied by her mother. The video begins at the Port of Seattle, where the creator describes a confusing and slow embarkation process. She notes that the delays may be due to it being the second week of the Alaska season and the logistical challenges of managing large crowds and taxi shortages. After navigating security checks and bag tagging, the creator successfully boards the ship and provides an overview of the vessel, noting its quantum class design and features specifically intended for colder climates, such as the heated indoor solarium. The creator explores various ship amenities, including the Windjammer buffet, the bionic bar, and the gym. She also shares her experience dining at the suite-exclusive Coastal Kitchen and attending a comedy show in the Royal Theater. Despite initial frustrations regarding delayed cabin access and a late departure from the port, the creator concludes that the cruise is off to an exciting start as the ship begins its journey through the final frontier.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Ovation of the Seas
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Ovation of the Seas
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCruise Vlog🏅Authority CreatorSponsored
👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Alaska · SummerFrom seattleVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

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i got to be honest with you guys i'm a little confused i got no idea where to go we've been sent from one place to another

the embarkation was no i give them the benefit of the doubt they uh it's only it's literally week two of the starting of alaska season so they definitely got some kinks to work out

we are finally sailing away it's coming up on six o'clock now so we were originally posted sailor foreign just under two hours later i'm not really complaining we're on the move on our alaskan adventure

Creator's Tips & Advice

Check in online before your cruise to save time
Book iFly flights before port days between 6 and 8 p.m. for free flights
Be prepared for potential delays during embarkation, especially at the start of a season

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Confusing embarkation processGive the port the benefit of the doubt, especially at the start of a season
Room access delayBe patient, as rooms may not be ready until closer to sail away

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the embarkation process like for an Alaskan cruise on Ovation of the Seas?
QWhat can first-timers expect on their first cruise?
QWhat are the dining and entertainment options on the ship?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition3½ Happy BaconDining Buffet4 Happy BaconCabin Suite3½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3 Happy BaconEmbarkation1½ Sad BaconService Crew2½ Happy BaconKids Family4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Seattle2½ Happy Bacon
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