Some people would be surprised to find out that I do sometimes suffer from seasickness. I am a very motion-sick person in general. I can feel ill in taxis, sitting and travelling backwards on trains, in cars, ferries or cruise ships. I am completely used to it and accept it. In this article, we look … Read more
I recently went on a cruise and stayed in an inside cabin with a very quirky feature. The cabin was located right in the middle of deck 11 without any access to daylight or the outside world. I spent most of the week trying to work out if it was worth the money, or if … Read more
Adult-only cruises are very popular for lots of reasons. Many people want to totally relax when they are away, and although it’s great to have children around, sometimes you just want some peace and quiet! Some cruise lines, like Virgin Voyages, are completely adult-only. Others, like Marella and P&O, have adult-only ships in their fleets. … Read more
Two days before I embarked on a cruise onboard P&O’s Aurora, I received an email that nobody likes to get. It read, “During the last cruise, a number of people have reported to the Medical Centre with symptoms of “gastrointestinal illness”. It went on to explain that they would be stepping up their disinfection measures … Read more
I sailed on Arvia, P&O’s newest, largest family-orientated ship and then tried a short cruise on Aurora, the smallest, most traditional ship in the same fleet. I was a little worried that I would find Aurora a disappointment after sailing on Arvia. Aurora was built in 2000, so it is relatively old by cruise ship … Read more
If you are taking a cruise on P&O’s Aurora you may be wondering if an inside cabin is a good choice for you. This review is based on my thoughts on cabin number A297, it was a MASSIVE inside cabin. The biggest I’ve ever had. Inside Cabin – A297 P&O’s Aurora I chose this particular … Read more
If you are considering sailing on P&O’s Arvia or Iona, you may wonder if a balcony cabin would suit you. I have stayed in three types in the past. P&O’s Arvia and Iona are sister ships. I have sailed on both – they are very very similar in many ways. The design and decor of … Read more
“We have noticed what appears to be, an upturned liferaft in the water that went down the starboard side of Arvia. We are in the process of turning around, we’ve contacted the local authorities in the area and another ship is going there too.” This was one of three announcements made on my last cruise … Read more
Before I took my first P&O cruise, I was aware that they had dress codes and formal nights, but had no idea what the dress code actually entailed. In this post, you’ll find dress code guidelines for all parts of a P&O cruise, including the following: We will also look into if the dress codes … Read more
If you are taking a P&O cruise or planning a trip on a P&O ferry, you may be wondering if the two companies are linked. It’s more complicated than it first appears! There is now no link between P&O cruises and P&O Ferries – different companies own them. Are P&O Cruises and P&O Ferries Linked? … Read more
If you have ever considered a cruise with P&O Cruises you may be wondering about the quality of the food. P&O cruises are widely regarded as having high-quality food and in this post, I share photos of everything I ate on a 12-night P&O cruise. Each photo is accompanied by the menu description as well … Read more
I love cruising and I love Christmas but when I booked an MSC cruise that included Christmas day onboard I didn’t know what to expect. Christmas is a big deal and the decision to spend it on a cruise was definitely a risk of sorts – you can’t re-do Christmas if it goes wrong. My … Read more
If you are considering a cruise with either P&O Cruises or Royal Caribbean you may be wondering how the cruise lines compare. I’ve cruised with both cruise lines and regularly recommend both for different reasons. In this article, we will look at differences in the onboard experience, food, ships, passengers, and more. What is the … Read more
If you are considering a cruise with either P&O Cruises or Cunard, you may be wondering how they compare. I’ve cruised with both cruise lines, so in this post, we will explore the differences in dress codes, dining, onboard experience, and more. What Are The Difference Between P&O Cruises and Cunard? Cunard cruises are usually … Read more
If you are considering a cruise with either P&O Cruises or Marella Cruises you may be wondering how they compare to each other. I’ve been on multiple cruises with the two cruise lines and in this post, we will cover the biggest differences between the two. What is the difference between P&O Cruises and Marella … Read more
On most cruise lines, an automatic gratuity is added to your onboard account to cover staff tips. Increasingly, cruise lines are including gratuities in the cruise fare. I’ve cruised with a number of lines that include gratuities, and I much prefer this. In this post, we will look at the cruise lines that include gratuities … Read more