The room was excellent. it took us over a week to properly book a table for when we wanted to eat at night.There were two people at the point of booking,one the man was very good and tried to help when he could.The other a female was one of the most horrid people I have ever met on a cruise liner.Basically the ship was too big. To say I wont be going back is an understatement.
Cabins - very well set out. Walk in type wardrobe where you can see your outfits and accessories and better plan your outfits. Two TVs - one viewable in the seated area, the other whilst relaxing on a very comfortable bed. Outdoor area (balcony) was good - foot rests as well as the usual chair.
Housekeeping - very good - White Company toiletries which was a nice surprise. Only down side was that the sheets were not changed daily; probably saving on water etc, but I would expect and prefer new sheets daily. Oh, I asked for more towels - accommodated within minutes.
For me, if your cabin meets your needs and is spacious that makes 40% of holiday.
Drinks were fab - we had the drinks package which was well worth the extra cost.
Facilities were good - lots of sun loungers albeit a little cramped in places
Gym, which we did not use
Lots of entertainment to suit all needs
Food was excellent - NO ISSUES here at all - varied and quick service. Have proper English bacon too!!
Destinations from the ship were good - mainly up the west coast of Italy and France - tenders, when required were plentiful
I was most impressed with the 'bonded flight' processes - bags dropped off at the airport check in and the next time you see them is outside your cabin door!! Going home the same, except you pick them up at the airport as usual!!
Overall we had a relaxing, decadent, time - the crew were excellent. Captain kept us informed about our travel and entertainment staff about the activities - I would highly recommend P&O to anyone and everyone!!
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Chosen because of itinerary and more days on land than at sea. Had been on this ship more than 10 years ago. Ship recently refurbished so looks very smart. Balcony cabin more spacious than other P&O ships. Food generally good in main dining rooms though getting a table for 2 very difficult unless you are prepared for a long wait. Entertainment good, itinerary excellent (Santander is recommended, not often on itineraries). Ship had to have a deep clean so boarding was late but didn't detect high levels of sickness, just keep away from the buffet and Jacuzzis!
On the whole, good value and the only gripe was missing out on Guernsey with a day at sea instead. As there was warning that this would probably happen there was disgruntlement among the passengers that there appeared to be no effort made to find a substitute port of call.
Only our 2nd cruise (1st was the Caribbean on Arvia) but even though we were on a smaller and older ship we still had an amazing holiday. The destinations and tours we did were fantastic. Our only negative was we should have booked for 2 weeks instead of one!
Lots to love some not so good
Arrived at port had to wait to book in cabin with balconie very good no problem with luggage arrived on time was quite rocking in bed sailing for 2 days got to madera very nice but not a lot to do alot of old poeople on board which was fine food was nice staff very nice dont like the strict dress code though but others didnt seem to mind lovely weather in the canaries very pleasant cruise going to another cruise with pand o in november
Just as good as ever, Tenerife is great at Xmas and my Teide is stunning as is Madeira


