Along the Western Coast & into the Mediterranean with Arcadia

P&O Cruises has been well known and loved in the UK for 175 years. Since 2015, the cruise line has also become increasingly established on the German market. Guests appreciate the traditional high sea experience with a typically British flair. Knowledge of the English language is important to get on board. The fleet of P&O Cruises is child friendly, except the M / S Arcadia and the M / S Oriana that are ships for adults only. The board currency on all ships is the British pound.

• Year built or commissioned: 2005
• Length: 285 meters
• Tonnage: 83,781 GRT
• Speed: 22 knots
• Decks: 11
• Number of passengers: 2,388 with double occupancy
• Crew: approx. 866
• Languages on board: English
• Currency on board: £
• Internet: Starlink from SpaceX and WLAN (chargeable)
• Smoking: in designated areas

On board the Arcadia all common cabin categories, from the inside cabin to the suite are available. The cabins are spacious and modern equipped, with a TV, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities and other amenities. The single beds can be converted into a king size bed. The inside and outside cabins are approx. 17 m² in size, the deluxe balcony cabins have a size of approx. 24 m² including balcony, while the suites with balcony are approx. 56 m² in size. Especially for single travelers there are the popular single-balcony cabins with a size of approx. 19 m² (including balcony).

On board a British and traditional cruise experience that meets the latest standards awaits you. The atmosphere is casual and generally easy and relaxed. Casual clothing for the day, adjusted to the destination and more formal evening attire are recommended for a cruise with P & O Cruises. Too casual clothing, such as tracksuits or disguises are not welcome. Various restaurants of famous star chefs, elegant bars and shows in the style of London's West End meet the leisure requirements of modern cruise guests.

All meals in the main and buffet restaurants, snacks, cabin service and afternoon tea are already included on board, as well as coffee, tea, water and juices in the buffet restaurants. Various chefs have created interesting and varied dishes for the fleet of the cruise line. The daily changing menus in the main restaurant are inspired by British cuisine.

In the evening there are spectacular shows as well as comedy and cabaret performances. Furthermore, live music, a casino and various lectures and courses are offered. You can end the day in one of the many different bars and have a stimulating conversation with fellow travelers with delicious drinks and cocktails. For spa lovers, there are various pools onboard, the Oasis Spa with hydrotherapy pool and thermal suite, and the outdoor spa "The Retreat". Active people can work out in the gym, on the sports court or on the golf simulator.

If you like it "very british" and are a fan of traditional cruises, then you are just right onboard the M / S Arcadia. Knowledge of the English language is recommended, as no German-speaking service is offered.