spur of the moment ,very good value,never sailed before.thought to many people,also lots of kids ,although very well catered for.embarkation at fremantle was two and a half hours disembarkation at adelaide one and a half hours.entertainment great ,most of the time booked out .restaurants that are free ie windjammer market place,solarium bistro,silk,the cafe @two 70,food tasted much the same although you could eat as much as you like.this was our first cruise ,next we would prefer a smaller ship ,and a less elderly group.the ovation of the seas is a magnificent ship ,with every activity to suit everbody.joff the activities manager is great also his manager caroline is very good.their channel 14 in the morning is worth watching.you have to book very early to secure a ride on the north star on the 15th deck its very popular.free hotdogs all day at seaplex dog house on the 15th deck .10 am to 6pm.