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You’ve made it – just 1 week to go until you’re boarding your P&O Cruise and heading off on your holiday! 🚢 If you’re wondering what to do 1 week before your P&O Cruise, this is the time to tie up those last bits and make sure you’re ready to step onboard without any stress. From final packing to travel day prep, we’ve got you covered. Here’s your one-week-out checklist for a smooth and exciting start to your cruise. 🧳 1. Start Packing (Properly) Now’s the time to start act

Only 14 days to go – can you believe it? Your P&O Cruise is right around the corner, and now’s the time to finish up those final bits and bobs so you can relax and enjoy the countdown. If you’re wondering what to do 2 weeks before your P&O Cruise, don’t worry – we’ve got your back. From booking extras to printing documents and prepping your packing list, this is your go-to guide to cruise like a pro. Let’s crack on… 🍽️ 1. Pre-Book Your Dining (If You Haven’t Yet) You can pre

Just three weeks to go – your P&O Cruise is getting seriously close now! 🛳️ If you’re wondering what to do 3 weeks before your P&O Cruise, now’s the time to start tying up a few loose ends and getting into proper prep mode. From online check-in to packing plans, this is when things start feeling very real (and very exciting). Here’s everything you need to do 21 days before your cruise to make sure you’re fully sorted and ready to set sail stress-free. 💻 1. Complete Online C

The countdown’s on – just four weeks until your P&O Cruise! If you’re wondering exactly what to do 4 weeks before your P&O Cruise, don’t panic – we’ve got your back. This is the perfect time to get everything sorted so you’re not rushing at the last minute. Whether it’s your first cruise or your fifteenth, there are a few essential things to tick off your list right about now – and we’re here to walk you through it all in plain English. Let’s get stuck in… ✨ Log in to My P&O

P&O Iona offers a wide range of dining options to cater to different tastes and preferences. These include complimentary dining options, such as the main dining room, where passengers can enjoy a three-course meal with waiter service, as well as casual options, such as self-service buffets and cafes. There are also specialty restaurants on board Iona, which require an additional fee. These restaurants offer a more elevated dining experience and a wider range of cuisine option

If you’ve ever got on board and thought, “Right… drinks, Wi-Fi, and the odd speciality meal is going to add up,” P&O have basically bundled those things into one easy add-on. P&O’s new all-inclusive packages let you upgrade at the point you book and (in their words) save compared to buying those bits separately on board.  So what do you get? Both packages include three things: A drinks package Wi-Fi Speciality dining credit (to spend in the speciality restaurants) That’s th

Planning a cruise as a family of five can be a bit of a juggling act, but P&O Cruises has just made things much easier. Three of their most popular ships now offer five-berth cabins, and two of their smaller ships will welcome children on selected holidays. It all adds up to more choice, more flexibility and more chances to book the perfect family break. Here’s everything you need to know. Five-Berth Cabins: Families of Five Can Now Share One Space If you’ve ever had to split

Norway’s fjord ports are some of the best places in the world to swap coach tours for something a bit more active, and the good news is that P&O Cruises visit many of the highlights. Olden , Hellesylt & Stavanger are among the most popular Norwegian ports on P&O Cruises itineraries, which means you’ve got a great mix of adventures right on your doorstep as soon as you step off the ship. In this guide you’ll find a mix of water-based and land-based activities in these key P&

Several of P&O Azura’s upcoming Canary Islands sailings have been updated, bringing a fresh mix of ports and a bigger focus on Morocco. These changes affect selected cruises from October 2026 through February 2027. If you’re booked on one of the impacted voyages, here’s a clear breakdown of what’s changed, why it’s happened, and what your options are. Which Azura Cruises Are Changing P&O has confirmed updates to the itineraries on the following sailings: A641C, A642, A642A, A

When you’re booking a P&O Cruise, choosing the right cabin can make a big difference to your holiday. Whether you fancy being close to the lifts, want a midship cabin for stability, or prefer a quiet spot at the back with sweeping wake views – knowing how to request a specific cabin is key. Here’s how it all works and what you need to know before you book. Understanding how cabin allocation works P&O Cruises offers two main types of fares that affect how your cabin is chosen:

From late October 2025, P&O Cruises will be introducing new pricing for their drinks packages. The good news is that the contents of each package aren’t changing – only the prices. Here’s what you need to know. New Drinks Package Prices The updated daily rates will vary slightly depending on the length of your cruise. Those sailing for 15 nights or longer will pay slightly less per day compared to shorter sailings. Package 5–14 Nights (On Board) 15+ Nights (On Board) Pre-Crui

Exciting news for horizon chasers: P&O Cruises has unveiled its longest ever world cruise for 2028, and it’s sailing on P&O Arcadia. At a mammoth 124 nights, Arcadia’s “Epic World Explorer” stretches further and lingers longer, giving you serious time to see the world in one go. Here’s what’s been announced, where it’s going, and what Arcadia is like as your home at sea. What’s been announced P&O Cruises has confirmed a 124-night world voyage in 2028 on Arcadia, billed as the

Big news for no-fly fans. P&O Cruises has confirmed Britannia will be homeported in Southampton year-round from winter 2027/28, with a programme that spans the Mediterranean, Caribbean and Atlantic Islands. Pre-registration has opened and general sale follows shortly, so here’s a quick, practical run-through of what’s coming and the itineraries already on sale.  What’s been announced Year-round Southampton base: It’s the first time since Britannia launched in 2015 that she’

P&O Cruises ’ Ventura is a family-friendly favourite that’s been delighting guests since her launch in 2008. Built at the Fincantieri...

Big news for P&O Cruises fans – holidays for all generations just got even better. From December 2026, two of the line’s most elegant...

Big news just dropped: P&O Cruises will send Iona to sail in the Caribbean for the winter 2027‑28 season - the first time this ship joins...

P&O Cruises has introduced something brand new for winter sailings in the Caribbean – The Caribbean Pass. It’s a paid add-on designed to...

The festive season at sea is always something special, and if you’re sailing with P&O Cruises over Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve in...

Sometimes cruise itineraries need to be adjusted, and unfortunately that does mean changes for a couple of upcoming P&O Cruises sailings....

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If you’ve booked your very first P&O cruise – or you’re thinking about it – congratulations! Cruising with P&O is a brilliant way to...

If you’re planning a Norwegian Fjords cruise, one of the most common questions is: which side of the ship is best – port (left) or...

If the thought of gliding through glassy waters, surrounded by towering cliffs, tumbling waterfalls and colourful little villages sounds...

We’re back at sea – and this time we’re sailing to one of our absolute favourite destinations: the Norwegian Fjords! This 7-night...