Arcadia Reviews
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Baltic
Our first cruise so we have nothing to compare. Our overall opinion of the Arcadia is 8/10. We were amazed at how spacious our cabin was. We had C188 on Canada deck. The cabin had a manageable bathroom. Couldn't use the bath to enjoy a good old relax and ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Norwegian Fjords
The food choice was 1st class both in the dining hall, and out on the deck space ,including the "Burger bar" And the Belvedere. Service was second to none no complaints what so ever. Cabin very spacious with the bed in the Queen configuration. Activities were superb. We went our own way because we thought ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Canaries
Best of the Canaries July 2nd 2006 P&s Arcadia, Cruise number J615 Graham & Angela Couch age 43 from Burnley Lancs. E-mail gcoochy@aol.com This review covers our experiences aboard the P&O ship Arcadia ports of call were:- Vigo, Lisbon, Praia De Rocha, Tenerife, La Palma, Madeira, on a 12 day cruise We joined our ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Baltic
We booked Arcadia primarily for the Baltic and because it was leaving from Southampton, near to us as we live on the South Coast. After using Oceana we were a little disappointed with the blandness of the ship and felt that, as others have said, that the spa facilities were heavily ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Iberia
IBERIAN DELIGHT - 13TH - 20TH OCTOBER 2006 Although slightly nervous as we were starting our holiday on Friday the 13th October, our fears were completely unfounded. At lunchtime we boarded the Arcadia and enjoyed 7 days of excellent entertainment, first class food, a crew who were second to none and ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Panama Canal
Dear Sir. We have enjoyed our second cruise with P&O doing the Panama Canal while celebrating our fortieth wedding anniversary in February.we are now looking forward to spending Christmas and the New Year on the Aurora.The Panama Canal was something else and a experience ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
I have just returned from the simply Caribbean cruise, the food choice was very good in the meridian restaurant each evening. Breakfast we ate in the belvedere also good choice. lunch time again we ate in the belvedere the choice was good but was repeated too often and not as nice ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
We were really looking forward to sailing with P & O after recommendations by friends. What a disappointment! Our flight was delayed from Manchester but when we finally got on board Arcadia we realised that we were the lucky ones - the last cruise passengers were understandably looking very ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Baltic
From the thrill of leaving from Southampton to returning and hence no worries about weight allowances for flights, this cruise was a dream. Superb ship, large cabin, great staff and wonderful food. The only real comment is that we would like to have had 2 days in St Petersburg as another ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Iberia
On behalf of Anne and myself just to say a big thank you for your help and useful tips before our very first cruise., What a liner, she certainly has the wow factor - all ways. From the moment we went on board to the first sight of our staterooms ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Just returned from a cruise on Arcadia, did not get off to a good start as flight to New Orleans was in an aicraft with no legroom ( by far the worst on a longhaul flight)everybody said the same.Acadia is a lovely ship,we had a balcony which was great,the steward was ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
A very long flight on a very uncomfortable plane which did not make a good start to the holiday. The plane would have been fine for a short haul journey but not on a flight to New Orleans, one poor guy spent most of the time standing because of the poor ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Having not cruised previously and thinking it was something very special I was disappointed in my opinion it was no more than a high class butlins. The flight although luckily not delayed was so cramped and the service left a lot to be desired. Our cabin - having paid extra ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
We have just returned from a wonderful 2 week cruise. Both of us had not cruised before but will certainly do so again. The ship was fantastic and we could not fault the staff. I have some dietary issues and the Meridian restaurant was ideal for me, they took my order ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
VERY DISAPPOINTED,WOULDNT CHOICE P&O AGAIN.WHEN ARRIVED IN CABIN IT WASNT AS CLEAN AS IT SHOULD BE,PEOPLES OLD NAILFILES IN DRAWS, OLD CLOTHES HANGERSLEFT ON BED AND THE CARPET NEVER REALLY LOOKED THAT CLEAN. THE FOOD WAS OK BUT NOTHING SPECIAL,GENERALLY OVERCOOKED AND SAME VEG EACH NIGHT(THIS IS IN THE FORMAL DININGROOM)ALTHOUGH ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Panama Canal
We took the New Year Cruise with P&O on the good ship Arcadia. We flew from Manchester on Thomas Cook airline outbound to Acapulco. We were very disappointed with this airline, very crammed in very little leg room. The flight which involved a re-fuel at Dominican Republic took 17.5 hour. Once arrived and ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
This was our first cruise and certainly wont be our last. Can only comment on first week as we had to be 'medivacced' to Grand Cayman where my wife had to spend a week in hospital. Please note, although covered by insurance we still had to find over £6,000 to be ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Norwegian Fjords
Our cruise on the WONDERFUL Arcadia got off to a good start!We were offered an upgrade to a cabin with a balcony for an extra £100 albeit a disabled cabin.It so happened I had broken my wrist 3 weeks before departure so maybe this was appropriate!Very large shower area and generally ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
I have just return from 2 week cruise on Arcadia 23rd February transit through the panama canal. The Arcadia is a well designed ship and deck and swimming pools were easily accessableand had more than enough sunbeds! The food and the staff as ever were excellent, and as I travelled with 4 other ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Our first cruise onboard the beautiful ship Arcadia is one we will always remember. We did the Calypso and Dixie Island tour starting in Barbados and finishing in New Orleans. Flights Our flight with Thomson was on time both departing and arriving both ways. Those who had paid extra for the premier ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Northern Europe
Butlins on Sea is probably the best description of this ship. We sailed on the second maiden cruise to see if things had improved, some things had, you are now charged for what you ordered by the drinks waiter in the Globe Room and the Buffet bananas were now only just at ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Western Europe
I have cruised with several different cruise lines over the years and a few years ago settled on Cunard as, in my opinion they are the best of the bunch in and out of Southampton, I own and operate an Air and Seaport transfer business and as such over the ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
We recently went on our very first cruise which was on the P&O Arcadia We can honestly say we enjoyed every minute of it, right from the very beginning when we drove to the port at Southampton, when within minutes of arriving, our cases were taken out of the car, the car ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
Arcadia. May 2007 This was my second cruise on the Arcadia and it will be my last. The entertainment was dire. Nothing at all during the day. the entertainment staff on the whole were dreadful. Self service restauraunt the service was very bad so was the choice of ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Going on our first cruise next year March 20th with P & O to Caribbean on Arcadia can anyone who travelled from Manchester this year give us an idea of time of flights, and feedback on accommodation on B deck with balcony regards L McPhee Scotland Please note this is information ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Norwegian Fjords
We have just come back from a cruise of the Norwegian Fjords on Arcadia. The scenery is absolutely stunning and the weather (even above the arctic circle) was around 16C. The Norwegians are very friendly people, mostly speak excellent English, and have good food. Food & drink when ashore, (soft drinks, coffee, wine ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
We sailed on the Arcadia on the 22nd June for a 14 night med cruise. We like many people work hard for our money and look forward to holidays and a well earned rest. It was our first time cruising so we opted to review the P&O brochure and ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
we had never been on a cruise to the med before and we selected this ship because we hadnt been on her before either, we were not to be disappointed. first and last impressions of arcadia, big and lavishly decorated, very friendly crew personel, nothing to much trouble, entertainment very good ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Norwegian Fjords
Arcadia cruising We sailed from Southampton on Sunday 22 July 2007 with the P&O Arcadia on their 13 day cruise to the Norwegian Fjords. It was our second cruise and our first with P&O and Arcadia. In 2006, we cruised with Celebrity Cruises Millennium Class vessel âConstellationâ on their Baltic Capitals ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Northern Europe
We done arcadia in 2005 (northern capitals) and had a rare time....having done all the other pando ships arcadia was defo our fave bar 1 (ORIANA)...the staff were great, some of which we knew from other cruises....cirque arcadia was fantastic. On board activities on sea days not too great though, ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
We experienced our first cruise in May 2006 on Arcadia and found it to be our best holiday, celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary. The food was of good quality though towards the end of the cruise it seemed a little boring. Gary Rhodes restaurant was excellent and worth a visit. The ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
My wife and I joined the Arcadia in Southampton. This was the first time we had joined a cruise in the UK and we were both very impressed with the service. Pulling up at the cruise terminal at 14:45 our luggage was taken straight off us and our car taken away ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
went on arcadia (p&0) feb 06, but as the ship was relatively new the staff didnt seem to gel with each other. not brilliant service from waiting staff, but we are returning again, the end of this month so will update everyone when i return. gary rhodes restaurant was ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
An excellent set of Mediterranean destinations, excellent food and a very clean ship with very good service from stewarding staff. We were on the second sitting with four very pleasant companions, the two speciality restuarants were Ok but not worth the cover charge more than once.Our inside cabin was perfect, even ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
This was our 2nd time on Arcadia, and 4th cruise in 18 months since we started cruising to celebrate our Silver Wedding Anniversary - we love the child free ambiance on Arcadia, especially relaxing around the pool with a cocktail, and eating in the main dining room. The food in ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Booked this cruise as it was on offer we were not disappointed we booked a guaranteed balcony cabin we got one near the center lifts but we were never disturbed by noise of any description.Cabin a good size and well equipped.With 2 days then 5 days after Madeira at sea we ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
Arcadia must be one of the most stable ships afloat! Would certainly recommend for a first time cruiser. One or two points - the cabins are very badly designed! Lack of drawer space, wardrobes are very narrow which means clothes get crushed up, especially men's suits. A lot of ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Well where shall i start?? Ok ive written a long review but i hope it helps you in your decision making process; We're both still relatively young 35 & 38, but we're also both well travelled. However, we both fancied something different, something where we dont have the airport hassles, flights, ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Good cruise on the Arcadia to the Caribbean, ship lovely sailing from Southampton.Stopping off at Madeira to break journey was great. Flight home delayed over two hours ,over forty suitcases didn't make it back until a week later. Food pretty good in restaurants but buffet was poor service (chefs stand there in daydream ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Our only complaint about ARCADIA was a heavy deposit of "soot" from the funnel on our balcony every morning. No problem first few days. But when the ship changed direction, the black mess everywhere started. On request the crew hosed the balconies at the stern ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
The cruise was comfortable and enjoyable throughout. The criticisms have been passed to P&O as areas where they could improve. The balcony stateroom on C deck was roomy enough for the two of us and the main dining room provided excellent food in a pleasant - if at times ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
we have just returned to Spain from a Caribean Cruise on the Arcadia. We travel frequently (3 times to the Far East this year) and this is by far the most wonderful holiday we have ever had. The dining was superb - five star with wonderfully efficient staff, the ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
we had a 7 hr delay from Birmingham ,but were taken to Hilton hotel so it was not as bad as staying in the airport, still very tiring though we arrived in new Orleans on 30th Nov 2007 at 9pm (4am the next day our time) we were at Birmingham airport ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
This was our first cruise with P&O and the Arcadia proved to be everything we had hoped for, so I would certainly consider sailing with them again. I particular enjoy going on a voyage, rather than a round trip which ends up back where you started, so Arcadiaâs nearly 3,000 mile ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
As fairly regular cruisers - particularly in the Caribbean (mainly with P+O ) we had expected ( and in the main we had) a pleasurable experience. Having had good experiences with P+O before( mainly on Oceana) we had very high expectations. We booked this cruise on the basis of the ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
Terry-Anne-Roberts Lincolnshire. This was our first trip with the P&O cruise liner Arcadia and although we are new to cruising quite a step up from our first, which was on the vangough, it was whilst on board the vangough I realised there was a distinct need for more ship and less ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
patricia nicholson The fist ship the Aurora that I sailed on to the canaries for 9 nights was out of this world it was everything I thought it would be and more I was with a friend. The second ship the Acadia of the p&o liners I went on my own for ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
My wife and I have cruised many times and enjoyed every one. Our last cruise was the Magnificent Mediterranean in October 2007 aboard the Arcadia. We travelled from the north of England to Southampton by coach and sailed on Tuesday October 2nd. Everything about the ship was of a high standard ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
We have recently returned from a lovely cruise on P&O Arcadia in the Carribbean. The holiday got off to a great start as we flew to New Orleans which is an absolutely fantastic place and a must for anyone who enjoys live jazz music. The food on the ship was fabulous ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Panama Canal
Ship Arcadia Cruise Caribbean, Panama Canal, Acapulco. The ship is very good, the theatre is one of the best afloat. The food is good. But there are signs of penny pinching, common to all cruise lines. The turf and surf no longer seems to survive on the menus, more or less ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
In May 2007 we left Southampton on Arcardia bound for Venice and Dubrovnik and a number of ports of call on the way out and back. Venice and Dubrovnik were new destinations for us. It was as well we took the organised tour from Arcadia as the gondola rides were fully ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
We have sailed with P&0 cruises on four previous occassions and have had great time therefore we had no reservations in taking a transatlantic cruise on the Arcadia. The cabin was as exspected to a high standard with a large balcony-much larger than on previous ships and kept in very good order. The ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
P & O Cruise: Arcadia 2nd November 2007 We recently sailed to the Carribean on the P&O Arcadia. The cruise was to the Carribean for the winter season and sailed from Southampton. AS usual we enjoyed the cruise and all the activities on board with the high standards of service provided ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mexico
A light-hearted blog about Arcadia's Christmas cruise from Barbados to Acapulco is available on:- http://www.arcadianchristmas.blogspot.com/ ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Baltic
We chose the Arcadia Baltic cruise because it was the itinerary we wanted at the time we wanted. Embarkation was a dream; heightened security (which I am sure is very necessary) has meant much longer embarkation times and queues in recent years following 9/11, but P&O now seem to have it ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
Had an excellent cruise on P&O Arcadia in June 2007. We sailed from Southampton on 22nd June and booked an outside cabin on KB grade - G29. This was one of the most spacious outside cabins I have ever had on a cruise ship. The storage space was excellent and the ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
We traveled on P&O Arcadia December 07 over Christmas. This cruise was from Barbados to Mexico through the Panama Canal. We did enjoy the cruise, but I suppose two weeks off work, sunshine and a few glasses of wine does help. I really did enjoy going through the Panama Canal (that ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
P&O Arcadia cruise-May 2007-Western Mediterranean-14 nights. This was the first time for myself & my wife with P&O & we were pleased with the embarkation procedure at Southampton which was efficient & allowed us to pre-register our credit card for use onboard. We took a while to find our way around the ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
To Cruise on not to Cruise? My wife and I both I our mid sixties had enjoyable Caribbean Princess Cruise 10 years ago but owing to lack of mobility on my wifes part flying was not an option this time. We chose a P&O Arcadia no fly cruise from Southampton last ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
My wife and I sailed with two other couples on the Arcadia from Southampton on November 2nd last year. Our first cruise with P&O and certainly not our last. Also our first time sailing out of Southampton, what a pleasure after the past few years of flying the atlantic and having ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
In feb 2007 we booked a cruise on the arcadia for my family to celebrate my daughters 50 th birthday sailing out of new orleans through the carabbean to finish in barbados to fly back to the uk.Being a new ship everything tiptop good service very frendly staff excellent entertainment, one ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
This is the 2nd time we have cruised on Arcadia and to the same destination - the caribbean. On our first cruise in Feb 06 we felt the waiting service was sloppy and the food presentation was lacking flair. The shows were boring and the whole feel of the ship ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
hi, i took my daughter on the aurora, it was her first cruise. the weather was atrocious but she found to her amazement that there was loads of things for her to do. i broke my ankle on the first day so was restricted in many ways, but the staff were amazing and ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
We went to the med the cruise ship was Arcadia this was our third cruise and we have been on three different shop Oceana, Atemis and Arcadia as you will see all P & O we like this company because we feel we get good value for money all the cruises ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
Arcadia was excellent. we particuarly chose it because it was child free. The ship was very stable at sea great for sea sickness sufferers. The deck space was excellent. The food and entertainment were superb especially the ship's own circus. The speaker on board was facinating and delivered. Overall the experience ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
British Isles
We have always been cruise fans, having first cruise in out teens in the sixties. However whilst we were on a cruise in December 2001 in the Far East my husband became ill and had to be airlifted to hospital in Hong Kong. Following this he became paralised from the chest down and ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Our last cruise(still novices having only sailed on eight!) was in April 2007,a return visit to P&O's ARCADIA flying to Barbados then sailing to Grenada,St.Lucia,St Kitts, Antigua and Madeira. What interested us in this cruise was the fact that we were calling at islands not visited on previous cruises and that we ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Panama Canal
we are 60 plus and this cruise on po arcadia was our third cruise one on island star in june 2006 and oceana in november 2006 excellent holidays this christmas we sailed on acardia for her xmas cruise to the panama canal.from checking in at the east midlands airport for our ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Panama Canal
we are 60 plus and this cruise on po arcadia was our third cruise one on island star in june 2006 and oceana in november 2006 excellent holidays this christmas we sailed on acardia for her xmas cruise to the panama canal.from checking in at the east midlands airport for our ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
We embarked upon our first cruise on Novemeber 30th 2007 on the Arcadia in New Orleans. The charter flight with Thomas Cook was cramped with no room to relax and it was very difficult to eat and drink in such a confined space. Our flight from Gatwick was 1 hor early but ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Panama Canal
We boarded the Arcadia without any problems in Barbados where we were taken straight to the ship, no hassle with getting boarding cards etc. but once on the ship it was every man for himself, the personnel assumed you knew were you were going, on previous cruises we have had someone ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Baltic
P & O ARCADIA 20th August - 4th September 2007 BALTIC CRUISE On arrival at Southampton, leaving the car and check in was handled very quickly, and we were taken up to The Orchid Restaurant and given sandwiches and a drink. Shortly after, we were told we could go and have ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Been cruising since 1975, the last twice has been on Arcadia which is child free, ship is beautiful, holiday wonderfull. Going through the Panama Canal was awesome and the highlight of the cruise. Have already booked for another two cruise this year, this time we are trying the Artemis which also ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
We had been on Arcadia before to Norway. We enjoyed the ship so much that when it was her 50th Birthday she wanted to go on her again, this time for 2 weeks in the Carribean. Everything about the ship and P & O staff are wonderfull. I even met a P ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
We boarded Arcadia on Good Friday in 2007 for a 17 night cruise to the Med. The ship is a splendid ship and like other p&o ships it is easy to find ones way around as there is plenty of maps and direction signs at strategic points. Our cabin was ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Baltic
this was a superb cruise aboard an excellent ship. We enjoyed the many ports of call and were provided with very good information about each place before we docked. The ship has very good spacious cabins and the public areas are well looked after. The restaurants provide the highest standard of food. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
This was our second cruise on Arcadia so we knew what to expect. We had initially booked a 'Mediterranean Magic' cruise departing on 6 April 2007. In January we were given the opportunity to do the following cruis to the Canaries at a substantially discounted rate. We were therefore embarking for ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
Myself and my partner are becoming regular cruise addicts having been on the Thomson Destiny , Island Star, and the Arcadia last year alone.All three had many positives with probably the Arcadia, obviously a newer ship, a touch 'classier'.What annoys me beyond belief is the way the cruise companies treat us ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
Recently we took a cruise from southampton on Arcadia, well this was very successful from start to finish as normal with p&o holidays. The itinerary was well chosen, besides the nightly entertainment was good the layout of the whole ship was modern and very comfortable, the crew were exceptionally helpful, ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
We boarded the Arcadia in New Orleans, after a very comfortable flight, we upgraded and I am so glad we did, others in economy were very unhappy about P & O's choice of plane for an eight hour trip. We found the Arcadia a very comfortable ship, our stateroom with a balcony ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
For my wife and I this was our first cruise (and NOT our last)we joined and left Arcadia in Southampton, so therefore NO flying.The only fault or complaint is that the weather could have been hotter! The ship was first class we choose an inside cabin which was spacious enough for ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Calypso Isles and Dixie - Arcadia - P & O Cruises We were apprehensive about being cramped on the flight to Barbados but the First Choice Airlines Boeing 767 was very comfortable even in our "economy" section. I will cover the places visited first and write about the ship and facilities etc later. We ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Baltic
We had our first ever cruise in June 2007 going with friends to the Baltic on P&O Arcadia, we chose this ship because of the child free status. This was excellent from being embarked in Southampton, airlines could certainly learn from this experience, we were sent up to the self ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Panama Canal
IF ANYONE IS THINKING OF GOING ON THE ARCADIA BECAUSE IT IS CHILD FREE AND YOUR UNDER 50 THINK AGAIN. WE ARE IN OUR 50s AND IT WAS AWFUL, WE WERE THE ONLY ONES TO GO IN THE DISCO IN THE EVENING EVERYBODY ELSE HAD GONE TO BED BECAUSE THEY WERE ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
My wife and I cruised for the first time in celebration of our 25th wedding anniversary. We boarded Arcadia at New Orleans on a Fri evening, unfortunately flight times were changed and by the time we arrived and had eaten we were tired and missed a great night out. After a ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
As a permanent wheelchair user my wife and I welcome the luxury of cruising where everything is done for you, you can meet with pleasing company, and have quick glimpses of foreign parts. In May last year I went on the Arcadia up the Adriatic with a very special treat ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Hi everyone who was on the cruise out to the caribbean on the Arcadia 2nd Nov 2007. It has been very interesting to read the comments from the other passengers on this trip. We had a lovely time and our Cabin Steward Meninio was SUPERB. We found all the Portugese/Goa'n staff and ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Panama Canal
We have just returned from a P&O cruise aboard the Arcadia from Acapulco through the Panama Canal to Barbados calling at Nicaragua, Costa Rica and some Caribbean Islands. The Arcadia is a beautiful ship built in 2005. In particular it had a beautiful theatre with a high standard of entertainment. There ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Panama Canal
We have just returned from a cruise on the P & O ship Arcadia. The cruise was a flight to Barbados, then on to Grenada, Aruba, Bonaire, Costa Rica, through the Panama Canal, Guatemala, Mexico (Huatulco) and then we flew back from Acapulco. It's our third cruise with P & O, twice ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
Arcadia cruise J625 Spiri of the Caribbean October 2006 Southampton - Azores - Antigua - Tortola - St Maarten - Dominica - St lucia - Barbados For many years my brother in law and myself have resisted going on a cruise as we are both ex merchant navy eventually we relented and gave ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Norwegian Fjords
A really relaxing start to the holiday, none of the usual airport hassle, sailing from Southampton was a breeze, we had sailed the Caribbean and have to say the crossing over the North Sea was smoother than the crossing to Jamaica. The room with balcony was great. Sailing through ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Panama Canal
The cruise was excellent. The ship was modern with plenty of space to move around. There was adequate seating in lounge areas and on deck in the pool areas. Food was excellent with a wide choice at each sitting. Service was also excellent. The flight to and from Barbados was organised ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
We were on the Arcadia in November 2007 for a fortnights Caribbean cruise and we felt that standards had dropped. Our balcony was in very great need of refurbishment and the chairs were rusty and rigid. The shows were feeble (except for the classical pianist) and entertainments such as bridge etc., ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Panama Canal
Cruise dates 27th December 07 to 11th January 08. My wife and I were like two excited school kids, we had booked 18 months before and we couldnt sleep the night before we departed: We got to the airport three hours before check in as instructed to find that all the ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
This trip was especially chosen for the ports of call particularly Venice. Also we wanted to experience a child free ship an option we would not necessarily choose again . The embarkation was quite reasonable but we noticed that there very few younger couples which was borne out through the trip. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Canaries
First time "cruisers" - so weren't sure what to expect.The weather could have been kinder for the first 36 hours but from the time we boarded at Southampton to when we disembarked at the end of twelve days we could not fault a single thing. Staff, food and ship excellent. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mini Cruises
We sailed on the Arcadia Weekender party cruise in May 2007, for a friendâs 60th birthday. We drove down to Southampton the day before boarding, and stayed the night at the Jurys hotel which has a car park underneath and is only a short drive away from the dock. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
'Fly from Leeds to New Orleans.' This small advertisement tucked into a corner of the Yorkshire Post has changed our lives. We had never considered a cruise before - now we have booked two more. Key West was the second port of call and that clinched it. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Caribbean
My wife and i recently did a cruise from Acupulco to Barbados on P&O`s Arcadia We were very diappointed with the 7 hour flight delay we had, not through technical troubles, we were informed that the reason was because of crew positioning at Sanford, our refuelling point in Florida. Our compensation ...More
P&O Cruises,
Arcadia,
Mediterranean
my husband and I went on a cruise on the p.o. ship arcadia in august 2007 which was a anniversary cruise we had a lovely cabin which was outside with a balcony the weather was great also the food was very good the anniversary party was very good ...More