Ovation of the Seas - 12/29/2026
The December 29, 2026 cruise on the Ovation of the Seas departs from San Pedro (Los Angeles), California. On this 6 Night Cabo & Ensenada Holiday (Los Angeles Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Ovation of the Seas sets sail on Tuesday, Dec 29th and returns on Monday, Jan 4th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Ovation of the Seas cruise ship departing December 29, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,135 ($190 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,142 ($191 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Ovation of the Seas - December 29, 2026 - 6 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 28th | San Pedro (Los Angeles), California |
| 2 | Dec 30th | Ensenada, Mexico |
| 3 | Dec 30th | At Sea |
| 4 | Jan 1st | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico |
| 5 | Dec 28th | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico |
| 6 | Jan 2nd | At Sea |
| 7 | Jan 4th | San Pedro (Los Angeles), California |
The Ovation of the Seas sails on December 29, 2026 for a 6 Night Cabo & Ensenada Holiday (Los Angeles Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California on Jan 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 7-day journey, the Ovation of the Seas will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.
Cruise Ship
Ovation of the Seas
OVATION OF THE SEAS SIZE
The Ovation of the Seas has a construction date of 2016 and a total size of 168,666 gross tons. The ship measures 1,142 feet (348 meters) in length. Ovation of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Quantum Class. At full capacity, the Ovation of the Seas holds 5,480 passengers. That includes 4,180 cruise vacationers and 1,300 staff members. The Ovation of the Seas total number of staterooms is 2,100.
Ovation of the Seas Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:168,666 GT
- Length:1,142 ft (348 m)
- Beam:134 ft (41 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2016
- Years Served:2016 - Present
- Capacity:4,180
- Crew Members:1,300
- Total on Board:5,480
- Total Staterooms:2,100
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:1,100 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Ovation of the Seas age and stats vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Ovation of the Seas Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at San Pedro Port. Travelers explore USS Iowa and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Pedro’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history and scenic coasts, making San Pedro an engaging destination. (126 words)
Ensenada, Mexico, offers docking at Ensenada Port. Travelers explore La Bufadora and Riviera Cultural Center. Excursions include wine-tasting in Valle de Guadalupe. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures blowholes and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance winery walks. Ensenada’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and wine culture, making Ensenada an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination. (126 words)
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at San Pedro Port. Travelers explore USS Iowa and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Pedro’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history and scenic coasts, making San Pedro an engaging destination. (126 words)