About Event
Family Birthday Cruise
April 5–9, 2027 | Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas
4-Night Catalina & Ensenada Cruise from Los Angeles
Celebrate birthdays, family, and unforgettable memories at sea! Join the family for a 4-night getaway aboard Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas, sailing roundtrip from Los Angeles with stops in Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico.
This is the perfect quick escape for family members who want a fun, easy-to-reach cruise with time to relax, celebrate, reconnect, and enjoy the ship together.
Cruise Details
Ship: Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas
Sailing Dates: April 5–9, 2027
Length: 4 nights
Departure Port: Los Angeles, California
Itinerary: Catalina Island, California and Ensenada, Mexico
Starting Cabin Pricing
Pricing is per person, based on double occupancy, and includes current taxes and fees.
Interior / Category 2U
Starting from $462 per person
Balcony / Category 2D
Starting from $680 per person
Cabin inventory is limited. Pricing and availability are subject to change until the cabin is officially booked and payment is applied.
Itinerary
Monday, April 5, 2027
Los Angeles, California
Depart at 4:00 PM
Tuesday, April 6, 2027
Cruising
Enjoy the ship, onboard activities, dining, entertainment, and family time.
Wednesday, April 7, 2027
Catalina Island, California
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday, April 8, 2027
Ensenada, Mexico
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, April 9, 2027
Los Angeles, California
Arrive at 7:00 AM
About Ovation of the Seas
Ovation of the Seas offers something for every age and travel style. Guests can enjoy relaxing ocean views, multiple dining options, live entertainment, and exciting onboard activities. Ship highlights include the North Star observation capsule, RipCord by iFLY skydiving simulator, SeaPlex indoor activity space, FlowRider surf simulator, pools, lounges, and family-friendly spaces throughout the ship.
Whether you want to celebrate, relax, explore, or simply spend quality time with the family, this cruise gives everyone room to do vacation their way.
Important Payment Dates
Group space/payment deadline: November 19, 2027
Final payment due: January 15, 2027
Because this sailing has limited group inventory, cabins are not confirmed until guest names and required payments are applied. Any unsold or unnamed group space may be released by the cruise line.
Cancellation Schedule
Cancellation penalties begin after final payment.
January 15, 2027 – February 3, 2027: 50% penalty per guest
February 4 – March 5, 2027: 75% penalty per guest
March 6 – sailing date: 100% penalty per guest
What’s Included
Your cruise fare includes your stateroom accommodations, most meals onboard, select beverages such as water, tea, lemonade, and basic coffee, onboard entertainment, ship activities, and transportation between ports listed on the itinerary.
Not Included
Gratuities, travel insurance, specialty dining, alcoholic beverages, soda packages, Wi-Fi, shore excursions, airfare, ground transportation, parking, and personal expenses are not included unless otherwise stated.
Travel Protection
Travel protection is strongly recommended. Insurance options may help protect against unexpected cancellation, travel delays, medical emergencies, lost luggage, and other covered situations.
Travel Documentation
Guests are responsible for having the proper travel documents required to sail. A valid passport is strongly recommended for all travelers.
Group Guidelines
Rates are based on double occupancy. Single, triple, and quad occupancy rates may vary and must be quoted at the time of booking.
Inventory is limited and subject to cruise line availability.
Prices, taxes, fees, itinerary, and ship schedules are subject to change.
Full legal names and dates of birth must match each traveler’s government-issued identification.
Royal Caribbean does not accept student groups where 50% or more of the guests are under age 21.
Ready to Celebrate?
Secure your cabin and get ready for a birthday celebration at sea with family, fun, and unforgettable memories.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the cruise fare?
Stateroom accommodations
Main dining and buffet meals
Onboard entertainment and activities
Access to ship amenities such as pools and lounges
Taxes and port fees included in listed group pricing
What is not included?
Daily gratuities
Alcoholic beverages and specialty drinks
Specialty dining
Shore excursions in Ensenada
Travel insurance
Transportation to and from the Los Angeles cruise port
How much are gratuities?
Royal Caribbean automatic daily gratuities:
$18.50 per guest, per day – Standard staterooms
$21.00 per guest, per day – Suites
For this 4-night cruise:
$74.00 per person – Standard cabins
$84.00 per person – Suites
Gratuities may be prepaid or paid onboard. If you would like to prepay your gratuities, please leave a note in the booking form.
Do I need a passport?
This is a closed-loop cruise departing and returning to the same U.S. port.
Guests may sail with:
A valid U.S. passport
OROriginal birth certificate + government-issued photo ID
Non-U.S. citizens must travel with a valid passport and any required visas.
A passport is strongly recommended.
Is travel insurance required?
Travel insurance is not required but strongly recommended.
Plans start at $49 per person and help protect your investment in case of unexpected cancellations, illness, or travel disruptions.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation penalties are determined by Royal Caribbean and typically begin approximately 75 days before sailing. The closer to departure you cancel, the higher the penalty. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Can I choose my cabin location?
Cabins within the group block are assigned based on category and availability. Specific location requests can be noted but are not guaranteed.
Is single occupancy available?
Yes. Guests may book a stateroom for single occupancy. However, cruise lines price cabins based on double occupancy, which means a single traveler will typically pay a higher rate than the per-person double occupancy price listed on the website. Single occupancy pricing varies based on cabin type and availability. Please contact us for current single occupancy rates.
Can I book a suite?
Yes. Suites may be available on the ship, however suite cabins are not included in the group rate or group cabin block. Suite pricing is based on Royal Caribbean’s current rates and availability at the time of booking and may change at any time. If you are interested in booking a suite, please contact us directly for current pricing and availability.
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