Seabourn Ovation is one step closer to her April launch

22 Mar 2018 by Bernadette Chua

The new Seabourn Ovation is a step closer to launching with the cruise line confirming their latest vessel has just completed her first round of sea trials.

She’ll debut in April 2018 and will have multiple dining venues, bars and lounges.

“We’re now weeks away from delivery, and I’m very pleased with the progress and preparedness of the ship now that sea trials are complete,” Seabourn President Richard Meadows said.

“Our first revenue guests will board on May 5, and I know they will be excited to see this newest addition to the Seabourn fleet.”

Seabourn Ovation will start her maiden season on May 5 from Venice to Barcelona and she will be based in the Mediterranean before sailing to Asia for a number of 14-night cruises between Singapore and Hong Kong.

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