P&O Britannia

P&O Cruises works with leading food and drink authorities like Marco Pierre White, Atul Kochar and wine expert Olly Smith. They are joined by Eric Lanlard, master patissier, and renowned British chef James Martin, who have influences in restaurants and cookery classes. Britannia boasts 13 eateries alongside 13 bars and lounges, offering a wealth of choice. Within these establishments, three signature restaurants stand out. The Peninsular and Meridian restaurants offer fabulous freedom dining, allowing guests the choice of when and where they eat. The Oriental restaurant, however, provides club dining, meaning guests are seated at the same table at the same time each night. On wonderfully-sophisticated gala evenings, quintessential British and European cuisine from Marco Pierre White will be available.

The spacious and elegant accommodation available on-board Britannia ranges from Inside Cabins and Balcony Cabins to Deluxe Balcony Cabins and Suites. Every suite or cabin comes equipped with a number of terrific features and amenities to help make guests feel at home, including a large flat screen television, a bathroom with glass shower screens and specially-made artwork from British artists. Expect sumptuous, contemporary décor in every cabin on-board. There are single cabins available for the solo traveller, perfect for a relaxing escape, while the Suites on-board have been designed by Richmond International, each with generous floor space and a private butler.

Guests will have no trouble staying active on-board Britannia, as the Arena offers a state-of-the-art fitness centre featuring a modern gymnasium and running track alongside spaces dedicated to sports including tennis, cricket and football. Passengers can also participate in spinning classes led by fitness experts. Alternatively, guests are welcome to take a dip in the on-board swimming pools to cool off, or simply relax on the expansive sun decks to work on their tan. Britannia also features an incredible 720 square metres of retail space featuring a host of established and contemporary British brands. This new and exciting shopping area offers guests the chance to shop with iconic brands and purchase a range of high quality clothing, jewellery, watches, accessories and beauty products whilst on-board.

Entertainment is an important part of the Britannia experience and passengers will not be disappointed with what she has to offer. There are a total of 13 bars and lounges on-board, each providing a host of varied entertainment. The Live Lounge will host a number of talented singers, bands, comedians and tribute acts in the evenings, before the venue is transformed into a buzzing nightclub at night. Elsewhere on the ship, the Headlines Theatre is set to usher in a new era in cruise ship entertainment, offering incredible performances supported by a huge LED backdrop. For a different type of entertainment, why not get involved with the excellent on-board cookery classes? Occasional cooking classes have been hosted by such master chefs as Michelin-starred Nathan Outlaw and British treasure Mary Berry.

Relaxation is of paramount importance on-board Britannia, especially at the Retreat, an alfresco spa terrace offering a range of rejuvenating and reinvigorating spa treatments. Guests can unwind in their own private cabana during the day or relax under the stars at night in this tranquil and extraordinary spa facility. For a spot of peace and quiet, passengers can always rely on the Serenity Pool & Bar, where they can take a dip to cool off or order some delicious food and drink while they relax. A number of other bars and lounges are distributed across the ship, offering guests the perfect place to unwind with a drink and socialise with like-minded passengers. Several of Britannia’s deck bars offer tempting Cocktails of the Day, prepared by skilled bartenders, so you can try a new and delicious drink every day of your cruise.

Despite the ship’s elegant and stylish theme she is also a great ship for family cruises. The line’s Reef Children’s Club offers exciting activities for all younger cruisers, from toddlers to teenagers. Children are divided into age appropriate groups and chaperoned by enthusiastic and attentive Reef Rangers at all times to ensure their safety. There is even a night nursery so younger children can have plenty of fun while their parents enjoy the ship’s evening entertainment. Teenagers will be thrilled to learn that the vessel also features a dedicated teens-only pool deck, offering the perfect place for them to hang out with their new friends.