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• Oasis Spa *
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• Monte Carlo Casino *
• Nightly Live Music
• The Palladium
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• Intermezzo - Atrium Bar *
• Sindhu - British-Indian *
• The Belvedere - Casual
• Spinnaker Bar - Cocktail Bar *
• Cafe Vivo - Coffee Bar *
• Neptune Grill - Fast Food
• Meridian Restaurant - International
• East Bar - Observation Bar *
• The Crow's Nest - Observation Bar *
• The Piano Bar - Piano Bar *
• Aquarius Bar - Pool Bar *
• Neptune Bar - Pool Bar *
• The Rising Sun - Pub Fare *
• Ocean Grill - Steakhouse *

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Arcadia Itineraries

7 night western europe, 3 night western europe, 18 night mediterranean, 12 night norwegian fjords, 16 night iceland, 16 night scandinavia and baltic sea, 16 night british isles, 30 night usa and canada, 19 night mediterranean, 16 night canary islands, 3 night short break, 5 night short break, 10 night scandinavia and baltic sea, 41 night southampton to auckland, 99 night world cruise, 48 night southampton to brisbane, 45 night southampton to sydney, 23 night san francisco to sydney, 58 night auckland to southampton, 54 night sydney to southampton, 51 night brisbane to southampton, 36 night hong kong to southampton, 17 night hong kong to dubai, p&o cruises fleet.

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• P&O UK plans extensive drydock refurbishments for ships Arcadia...

P&O UK plans extensive drydock refurbishments for ships Arcadia and Aurora

P&O Cruises UK announced plans to revamp its Arcadia and Aurora ships with a multi-million-pound investment. 

The changes, due to be completed by May, include new chairs in all passenger staterooms, new furniture on all cabin balconies, as well as new furniture on the open deck areas of the liners.

On P&O Arcadia, the Neptune Pool will see investment in new tables, armchairs, lounge chairs, and sofas.

The wider refit of Arcadia will take place in November 2024, while Aurora’s refurbishment is scheduled for April 2025.

Paul Ludlow (P&O UK's President) said that Arcadia and Aurora were two of their "most beloved ships in the fleet offering guests a more intimate experience in stylish surroundings."

"After a busy season hosting guests on longer duration itineraries and world cruises, we will be making sure that both ships look their absolute finest ahead of the summer season."

P&O recently announced travel agent ship visits program will include time onboard Arcadia on August 29th.

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How to see the best of northern europe on a scandinavian cruise.

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Cruise ship passengers enjoy the view of Sweden’s Stockholm archipelago from the Royal Caribbean ... [+] ship ‘Serenade of the Seas.’

If you’ve ever wanted to dive into the culture of the Vikings or explore what makes people in the Nordic region the so-called happiest on earth, you could do a lot worse than book a Scandinavian cruise.

Scandinavia—and Norway in particular—is an expensive place to travel around, so a cruise can make financial sense for those seeking an introduction to the region. For one price, you get your travel, accommodation, meals, and entertainment covered.

Such a trip offers the opportunity to sample various Scandinavian travel highlights , whether you prefer the Scandinavian capitals, the stunning Norwegian fjords, or soaking up the atmosphere of beautiful islands and historic ports in the Baltic Sea.

Popular Scandinavian Cruise Itineraries

Many different types of itinerary can be advertised as Scandinavian cruises. Typically, they focus on the Nordic capital cities. Some may also include the highlights of the Baltic Sea region, including the Baltic countries and ports in the north of Germany and Poland.

With popular Norwegian fjords cruises together with midnight sun and northern lights tours to the north of Norway also available, there is a lot of diversity in Scandinavian cruises.

Scandinavian Capitals : Cruise itineraries starting in the U.K. or Germany and calling in at two or even all three of Oslo, Stockholm, and Copenhagen have long been popular.

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The Nyhavn district of Copenhagen, Denmark, is a popular destination for cruise ship passengers ... [+] visiting Scandinavia.

Helsinki is often included on such itineraries. If you want to explore modern Scandinavia while gaining access to some of the region’s best museums, such an itinerary is a perfect choice.

Such itineraries tend to be shorter, and are a great introduction to both cruising and Scandinavia, with limited sea days and plenty to see and do while in port.

Baltic Sea : Longer Scandinavian itineraries often include stops at Baltic Sea islands and ports. The beautiful Estonian capital city, Tallinn, or the Latvian capital, Riga, are particular highlights, as are ports on the northern coastline of Germany and Poland.

For those interested in Viking history, look out for smaller ship itineraries featuring Visby on the wonderful island of Gotland .

One such trip is this 12-night itinerary from Celebrity Cruises, which includes a visit to both Visby and Tallinn. Other highlights include a visit to Stockholm and Copenhagen, including an overnight stop in the latter.

The old city walls of Visby on Gotland island, a popular cruise port.

Norwegian Fjords : By far the most variety can be found in the Norwegian fjords region , with almost all major cruise lines operating at least some itineraries here. Although port calls in Flåm and Geiranger will soon be severely limited, many alternative ports will still be able to welcome some of the world’s largest cruise ships.

Whether you prefer the action-packed ships of Royal Caribbean or MSC, or the smaller ships that can sail along narrower fjords, there will be a Norwegian fjords itinerary for you.

Following the recent rise in popularity of the region as a cruising destination, the fjords season has extended, with trips available as early as April and as late as September.

British line P&O Cruises operates its relatively new megaship Iona in the fjords region for much of that period, with regular departures from Southampton on a popular 7-day itinerary.

Midnight Sun : Although all summer cruises in the region will experience long summer days, specific midnight sun itineraries set sail for the far north of Norway to let guests experience the thrill of being outside with the sun in the sky at midnight. Many of these trips visit Honningsvåg, which allows guests to travel by bus to the North Cape.

Northern Lights : In recent years, Scandinavia—or more specifically Norway—has become a year-round cruising destination thanks to the growth in popularity of northern lights cruises .

Aurora borealis in the sky seen from a cruise ship in Arctic Norway.

These itineraries can be found heading north of the Arctic Circle between October and early April.

Planning Tips For Scandinavian Cruises

Cruising in Northern Europe offers a fantastic variety of excursions and experiences, from historical city tours to adrenaline-filled outdoor adventures.

The region’s love of the outdoors lifestyle means active experiences are easy to find, both through cruise line excursions and independent operators.

The high levels of English comprehension across the region means booking your own activities and exploring ports independently is much easier than in many other parts of the world. Even so, look for independent tours that take place earlier in the day to reduce any time-related risk.

No matter when you visit Scandinavia, pack for all weathers. The height of summer can be marred by heavy rainfall, while it’s possible to get sunburnt in the snow-covered conditions of February and March.

Pack a versatile wardrobe. Layered clothing accommodates the region's variable weather, while specialized gear might be necessary for specific excursions.

Cruising And Sustainability

Prospective travelers should be aware of environmental concerns associated with cruising in this pristine region. The industry is moving towards sustainability, with initiatives to introduce zero-emission vessels in sensitive areas, particularly the UNESCO-listed Norwegian fjords .

Some local initiatives protesting against cruise travel have also gathered momentum, so cruisers should be aware of these issues before setting foot ashore.

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P&O’s NEW & Exciting Itineraries for 2026

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P&O has recently released their fun-filled Summer 2026 itineraries with amazing destinations along with deals you want to grab. Including something that P&O has never done before and is bringing out to all their passengers is to experience the solar eclipse at sea onboard Arcadia and Ventura .

Arcadia – Iceland Cruise

Arcadia will be setting sail for 18 nights from Southampton on 5th August 2026 featuring ports of call such as Reykjavik, Isafjordur, Akureyri and more. The solar eclipse will be taking place during your stay at Isafjordur on 12th August 2026. However, the Solar Eclipse isn’t the only exciting event happening whilst you are travelling around Iceland, you will also be spending an overnight stay in Greencock where the Edinburgh Tattoo event will be held. This event is one to look out for which consists of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo performing alongside the British Armed Forces, Commonwealth and International Military bands along the stretch of the Edinburgh Castle in the Capital of Scotland. Arcadia is exclusively for adults only with full-board dining from 3 venues, 2 swimming pools, 1 with a recruitable roof, screening room and more for you to explore.

Ventura – Spain & Portugal Cruise

Ventura will set sail from Southampton but on a later date, 8th August 2026 for 14-nights. She will calling at ports such as Santander, Gijon, El Ferrol, and many more ports for you to explore. To experience the Solar Eclipse, you will be docked in at El Ferrol with many popular attractions including the Museo Naval Ferrol. This is an experience you definitely do not want to miss out on whilst onboard P&O’s Ventura there is lots explore from 7 full-board dining venues including the 6th street diner offering the best all-American eats, On-board entertainment with live music, shows, comedy and more as well as your tips are included as well!

NEW 2026 Summer Launches

There are some great new cruises that P&O have released for 2026. Including a 14-night holiday onboard Arvia with not just one, but two unique Western Mediterranean itineraries. Britannia which is P&O’s flagship calling in at nine different ports such as Corfu, Aarhus and three icelandinc ports. With then another speciality event cruise in addition to the social eclipse cruises on Arcadia and Ventura – Aurora will be sailing in October offering passengers a chance to witness the breath taking Northern Lights. Make sure to have a look at their other cruises here !

Just released, P&O are offering passengers who book their brand-new summer 2026 holidays amazing offers, so be quick and book your 2026 summer getaway, as you only have some time before this incredible offer ends on 4th June 2024! (Only on applicable Select Price and Early Saver Holidays)

-Book your holiday with only a 10% deposit

-A 10% early bird discount

-And a further 5% exclusive discount for members part of the Peninsular Club

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