When you book with Limitless Cruises, you'll enjoy exclusive savings on P&O Cruises holidays. Known for warm British hospitality and a wide choice of destinations, P&O Cruises offers something for everyone, from traditional sailings to modern family-friendly ships.
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Why choose P&O Cruises
P&O Cruises no fly from Southampton
Start and finish in the UK with simple embarkation and no airport stress. Onboard accounts run in pounds sterling for easy budgeting, and tips are not required.
Adults only ships and family friendly ships
Choose the style that suits you. Aurora and Arcadia are exclusively for adults, while Iona, Arvia, Britannia, Azura and Ventura are designed for families.
SkyDome day to night hub
On Iona and Arvia a glass-enclosed SkyDome is a poolside retreat by day and a live entertainment venue by night.
The 710 Club with Gary Barlow
A low-lit live music bar created with Gary Barlow’s creative direction, featured on Iona and Arvia.
Arvia only adventures
Try Altitude Skywalk high ropes 54 metres above the ocean and Mission Control, a multi-sensory submarine-style experience — both exclusive to Arvia.
Food Heroes and The Glass House
Enjoy menus and events with Food Heroes such as Marco Pierre White, José Pizarro and wine expert Olly Smith, plus wine pairings at The Glass House.
Life on board with P&O Cruises
Relax with British hospitality, fine dining and afternoon tea. Evenings bring live music, theatre shows and casual venues. Every ship balances activity and downtime so you can do as much or as little as you like.
P&O Cruises Kids’ Club: The Reef
P&O Cruises’ The Reef kids club is included in your fare and provides a safe, fun space for ages 6 months to 17 years. Children join age specific groups with dedicated rooms and tailored activities from storytelling and soft play to DJ sessions and movie nights.
Clubs are led by enthusiastic Reef Rangers who are fully trained in age appropriate care and entertainment. Pre registration is recommended in My P&O Cruises or can be completed onboard.
- Night Nursery: supervised sleep room for ages 6 months to 4 years, generally 6 pm to midnight.
- Splashers, Surfers, Scubas and H2O/The Scene: purpose built spaces with crafts, games, sport, consoles and chill out lounges.
- Reef Rangers: qualified youth staff deliver themed parties, creative sessions and team challenges.
- Family time: occasional movie nights and activities open to all ages.
Opening times and age groups
| Club | Age | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Night Nursery | 6 months–4 years | — | — | 6 pm–midnight |
| Splashers | 2–4 years | 9 am–12 pm | 2 pm–5 pm | 6 pm–10 pm |
| Surfers | 5–8 years | 9 am–12 pm | 2 pm–5 pm | 6 pm–10 pm |
| Scubas | 9–12 years | 9 am–12 pm | 2 pm–5 pm | 6 pm–10 pm |
| H2O / The Scene | 13–17 years | — | Afternoons open | Evenings open |
Times vary by ship and sailing. Teen spaces are often open access in the afternoon and evening while younger groups follow set sessions.
Costs and pre booking
The Reef is included in your fare. Registration is required and can be completed in advance or onboard at the start of your cruise.
- Parents can pre book guaranteed sessions for ages 12 and under in My P&O Cruises for a small fee.
- Typical prices: £4.95 per morning or afternoon session, £8.95 per evening session.
- Pre booking opens about two weeks before sailing; extra slots are often released onboard.
- Teen clubs (13–17) are drop in and do not require pre booking.
- Late cancellations or no shows may incur a fee.
Tip: complete allergy info and authorised collectors in My P&O Cruises before you sail for faster check in.
Accessibility and Guest Support
P&O Cruises aims to make every voyage comfortable and accessible for all guests, with facilities and services for reduced mobility, sensory needs and medical requirements. Across the fleet you’ll find accessible cabins with widened doors, roll in showers, grab rails and adapted fittings. Crew are trained to assist, and a dedicated team manages accessibility requests before and during your cruise.
Limitless Cruises can liaise with the P&O Cruises Accessibility and Assistance Team to confirm accessible cabin availability, arrange embarkation or disembarkation support, and note medical or mobility needs on your booking. We can also help review port accessibility and excursions suitable for wheelchair users or guests with additional needs.
Accessibility Tips for Guests
Accessible cabins: Available across the fleet with widened doors, roll in showers, grab rails and low level amenities. Book early as numbers are limited and cabins are allocated first come first served.
Mobility equipment: Bring personal mobility aids or hire through approved partners such as Mobility at Sea. Scooters must fit safely within your cabin and doorway.
Embarkation and disembarkation: Assistance is available at UK and overseas ports. Request this when booking or via the Accessibility Team at least 14 days before departure.
Hearing and visual support: Portable induction loops, vibrating pillow alerts and TTY phones are available on request. Braille and tactile signage is fitted in key areas.
Medical services: Each ship has a medical centre staffed by registered doctors and nurses. Bring sufficient medication for the full voyage and carry copies of prescriptions.
Excursion access: Some ports use tenders which may restrict wheelchair access. P&O identifies accessible excursions and can confirm suitability on request.
Advance notice: Contact the Accessibility Team at least 14 days before sailing for assistance requests, or 60 days if travelling with complex medical or mobility equipment.
P&O Peninsular Club: Membership Services and Benefits
Welcome to the P&O Peninsular Club, the loyalty programme that rewards nights at sea with useful perks and special touches. Compare each tier’s benefits below, including booking privileges, onboard discounts, priority services and exclusive events.
P&O Cruises Peninsular Club loyalty benefits by tier
Booking Privileges
| Benefit | Pacific | Atlantic | Mediterranean | Caribbean | Baltic | Ligurian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Points | 150–500 | 501–1,000 | 1,001–2,000 | 2,001–2,500 | 2,501+ 80–200 nights / 3 yrs | 2,501+ 201+ nights / 3 yrs |
| Member cruise discount on selected departures | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Peninsular Club magazine & newsletter | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dedicated loyalty manager / hotline | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lapel pin & welcome glass of Champagne | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Priority booking on selected launches | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Pre-Cruise & Embarkation
| Benefit | Pacific | Atlantic | Mediterranean | Caribbean | Baltic | Ligurian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority arrival time allocation (Southampton) | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Priority check-in (where available) | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hospitality lounge at embarkation | – | – | – | – | – | ✓ |
| Preferred seats on Caribbean fly-cruise flights | – | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ |
Onboard Events & Privileges
| Benefit | Pacific | Atlantic | Mediterranean | Caribbean | Baltic | Ligurian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome onboard reception | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cocktail party (8+ night cruises) | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Complimentary half bottle of Champagne | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Officer-hosted fine dining | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Senior officer-hosted dining | – | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annual gift delivered onboard | – | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| P&O slippers in your cabin | – | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Onboard Discounts
| Benefit | Pacific | Atlantic | Mediterranean | Caribbean | Baltic | Ligurian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onboard spend discount | 5% | 7.5% | 8.5% | 10% | 10% | 10% |
| Travel insurance discount | – | – | – | 10% | 10% | 10% |
| Laundry discount | – | – | – | – | 50% | 50% |
| Complimentary formal attire pressing | – | – | – | – | – | ✓ |
Important Notes and Clarifications
How points work: Typically 10 points per night; membership begins at 150 points. Baltic and Ligurian tiers also require a minimum number of nights sailed in the last 3 years. Benefits can vary by ship and itinerary.
Sail from the UK in comfort and style with P&O Cruises. Our team can help you choose the right ship, cabin and itinerary, whether you’re looking for a short break, Mediterranean sunshine or a voyage to the Norwegian Fjords.
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