Seabourn Ovation — Deck Plans, Live Tracker, Dining & Videos

Seabourn Ovation is an Encore Class cruise ship operated by Seabourn Cruise Line. She entered service in 2018, measures 40,350 gross tons, and carries approximately 604 guests at double occupancy with a crew of 450.

Key Facts

  • Cruise Line: Seabourn Cruise Line
  • Class: Encore Class
  • Year: 2018
  • Tonnage: 40,350 GT
  • Guests: 604
  • Crew: 450
  • IMO: 9764958

Quick Answer: Seabourn Ovation is the second Encore Class ship — 40,350 GT, 604 guests, launched in 2018. An identical sister to Encore, she is Seabourn's newest ocean-going ship with all-suite, all-veranda accommodations. This page covers deck plans, live tracking, dining venues, and videos.

Who She's For: Luxury travelers who want Seabourn's largest ocean ship with the freshest interiors. Ovation suits cruisers looking for the Encore Class experience on different itineraries or sailing dates than Encore.

Seabourn Ovation is the sister to Encore — identical 604-guest capacity, same all-suite design, same open-seating dining with multiple specialty restaurants included. As the newer sister (2018 vs. 2016), she may offer slightly fresher soft furnishings. The choice between the two is purely itinerary-driven. If you want a smaller Seabourn experience, the Odyssey Class (458 guests) offers greater intimacy. For adventure travelers, the Expedition Class (Venture, Pursuit) is a fundamentally different product with submarines and Zodiac landings.

A First Look at Seabourn Ovation

Seabourn Ovation exterior view
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Seabourn Ovation cruise ship
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Seabourn Ovation bow with large name lettering, at Port of Tallinn
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Seabourn Ovation berthed at Morrison Pier in Lerwick, Shetland, with wind turbine on hillside
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Seabourn Ovation alongside at Casablanca, broadside view with city skyline behind
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Key Facts About Seabourn Ovation

Seabourn Ovation Deck Plans

Seabourn Ovation carries 302 all-suite, all-veranda accommodations — the second Encore Class ship, sister to Seabourn Encore (2016).

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Where Is Seabourn Ovation Right Now?

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Frequently Asked Questions About Seabourn Ovation

What dining options are on Seabourn Ovation?

Five venues, all complimentary: The Restaurant (main dining), The Grill by Thomas Keller, The Colonnade, The Patio, and Sushi. See the Dining section above.

How big is Seabourn Ovation?

40,350 GT with 302 suites for 604 guests, served by 450 crew. Launched 2018 as the second Encore Class ship.

How does the Encore Class compare to other Seabourn ships?

Encore Class (604 guests, 40,350 GT) is the largest ocean-going Seabourn class. Sister ship is Encore (2016). Smaller classes: Odyssey (458 guests) and Expedition (264 guests).

Where does Seabourn Ovation sail?

Seasonal luxury itineraries including the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and repositioning voyages. Check the live tracker above.

Sources & Attribution

  • IMO corrected from 9763359 to 9764958 (VesselFinder 1.0 confidence, Perplexity Research).
  • Dining venues confirmed via Perplexity Research.
  • Ship specifications from Seabourn Cruise Line official materials.

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