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P&O Cruises Drinks Package Price Changes – October 2025
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
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50 minutes ago


P&O Cruises Fares Explained: Select, Early Saver and Saver
Booking a P&O cruise and stuck on which fare to pick? Here’s a simple breakdown of what you actually get with Select Price , Early Saver and Saver , plus a quick way to work out the best value for your trip. The short version Select Price – maximum flexibility and perks. You choose your cabin number, get first pick of dining, shuttle buses are included where provided, and you can pick one extra perk on 7-night+ Southampton round-trips: onboard spend, car parking or return c
George and Dan
22 hours ago


Virgin Voyages Wi‑Fi just changed: what it means for your sailing from 7 October 2025
Virgin Voyages has refreshed how Wi‑Fi works when you book. From 7 October 2025, the type of Wi‑Fi you get included now depends on the fare you choose, and there are clear upgrade paths if you need more speed or extra devices. If you’re sailing on Scarlet Lady, Valiant Lady, Resilient Lady or Brilliant Lady soon, this guide breaks down what’s new in plain English. We’ll cover the tiers, who gets what, how to upgrade on board, and our honest advice on when it’s worth paying fo
George and Dan
2 days ago


How to Stop Seasickness from Ruining Your Cruise
Worried you might feel seasick on your cruise? You’re definitely not alone. It’s one of the biggest concerns for first-time cruisers - and even seasoned travellers sometimes get a queasy moment or two. The good news is that with the right prep (and a few clever tricks), seasickness can be avoided or at least kept well under control. Let’s look at why it happens, how to prevent it, and what to do if you start to feel a bit off while you’re at sea. What Actually Causes Seasickn
George and Dan
2 days ago


How to Navigate the All‑New Virgin Voyages App: A Smart Guide for Sailors
If you’re gearing up for a voyage with Virgin Voyages, here’s something you’ll want to know before you sail. The cruise line has recently introduced a redesigned, fully updated app - and if you still have the old one, it’s time to make the switch. In this blog we’ll walk you through what’s changed, how to use the new version effectively, and why it matters for your next cruise. What’s changed with the Virgin Voyages app The “Original Sailor App” is being retired Virgin Voyage
George and Dan
7 days ago


Your First Cruise? Here Are 100 Tips You’ll Actually Use
Planning your first cruise? Brilliant choice. Below are 100 practical, no-nonsense tips pulled together from our research and experience to help you book smart, pack right, and have a cracking time at sea. 1) Choose the right cruise line and ship Not all lines feel the same. Match the ship’s vibe to you, whether that’s family-friendly, adults-only, party, or chilled. 2) Pick an itinerary you’ll love overall Don’t book for one dream port in case it’s skipped for weather. Cho
George and Dan
Oct 20


VIVA Cruises Unveils Exciting 2027 Programme with New Routes and Boutique Ships
VIVA Cruises has just released its brand-new 2027 river cruise programme, and it’s packed with fresh routes, returning favourites, and the debut of its VIVA Boutique brand on the River Po and the Seine. What’s New for 2027 VIVA Cruises is continuing to expand its European offering with a blend of off-the-beaten-track destinations and iconic river routes. Here are some of the key highlights from the 2027 release: VIVA MOMENTS introduces two new routes – sailing from Basel to B
George and Dan
Oct 16


P&O Cruises launches longest ever world voyage for 2028
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
George and Dan
Oct 15


P&O Cruises confirms Britannia will be based in Southampton in 2027: routes and itineraries to know
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’
George and Dan
Oct 14
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