Why holiday with P&O Cruises?

With a P&O Cruises holiday, it's all taken care of. An oceans' worth of enticing places to visit, our range of incredible dining options, all-day entertainment for you (and your children!)... or take some 'you time' in our spa. Here's why you should choose us for your next adventure.

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Why choose P&O Cruises for your next holiday?

So much is included

You won't find a holiday anywhere else which can offer you the calibre of dining and entertainment included in the price of your holiday.
What's included?

Full days ashore

Explore independently or choose from a huge range of shore experiences. You’ll have time to fully enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of each place you visit.
Shore experiences

Activities for all ages

There are activities to keep the whole family entertained, including our children’s clubs, cinemas, sports courts, activity zones and plenty of ice cream.
Family activities

P&O Cruises signature service

Tipping isn’t needed on our ships, so you can relax knowing good service and good times are all part and parcel of your P&O Cruises holiday.
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Britain's favourite cruise line

No other cruise line serves more British holidaymakers on cruises out of the UK. We’re proud to say that two in every three guests choose to sail with us again and we continue to win awards, voted for by guests and our travel agent partners.

P&O Cruises awards

Ocean Cruise Line of the Year 2024

Best UK Cruise Line 2024

Best Cruise Line for Family Holidays 2024

Best Cruise Line for No-fly Cruise Holidays 2024

Best Ocean Cruise Line 2024

Best for Families 2024

What our guests say...


"Wonderful from start to finish!"

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dr Mottershead, valued P&O Cruises guest


"Value for money cruise to very interesting places."

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Mrs Buchanan, valued P&O Cruises guest


"First time with P&O Cruises and it was fantastic."

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Mrs Chapman, valued P&O Cruises guests

What makes P&O Cruises unique?

Seven magnificent ships: Inspired by British style, quality and innovation

Whether it’s our family-friendly ships or those exclusively for adults, larger or a little more modest, you’ll find each ship has something for everyone.

View our cruise ships

We work with some of the best food experts in the business

We work with the brightest lights of the culinary scene, our Food Heroes, to bring you innovative, delicious menus and exclusive foodie experiences on board.

Discover our Food heroes

We look after the world we love

We support the adaptation of alternative fuels and are testing new technologies as they become available, and partnering with organisations to support our decarbonisation efforts.

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Our personal on-board planner: My Holiday

You can access My Holiday with your phone or tablet, once your device is connected to the ship's Wi-Fi. My Holiday makes it easy for you to make purchases and bookings during your holiday.
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