Oriana Reviews
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mini Cruises
I have to admit being a little underwhelmed by the idea of a cruise when my wife anounced that she had booked it. The idea of traveling on a posh ferry to Rotterdam and Zeebrugge did not appeal at all. My experience on the Oriana completely changed my opinion. I have ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
Richard (my husband) Jackson age at time 4 and myself, cruised from November to December 2004 22 nights on the Oriana destination was the Caribbean. Firstly let me say that we have since been on this ship on 2005 and have booked to go December 2007 for 22 nights again. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Western Europe
This year to celebrate my 80th birthday I took my family (10 of us) on the Oriana (13th May), this time I paid half and they paid half, as I paid for all of them when i took them on the Oriana to celebrate my 75th. They are all now ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
This was to be our 30th cruise and first time on Oriana. We travelled to the Canaries in July 2006. Our check in went vry smoothly, we arrived around 1pm and no ques at all, up to the lounge area and we waited approx 1 hour for embarkation. We had a guarantee cabin ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
This is far the best cruise line. Food, service, staff and childrens facilities was first class. Best ship for families wonderful area at the back of the ship. Excellent kids teas. Shows excellent. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
Venetian Majic Cruise X620 Oriana 2nd Oct to 19th Oct 2006 Having cruised before with P&O from Southampton the first suprise ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Western Europe
This was a superb mini cruise, could not fault. The itinery was great, Bruges, St Peter Port and Rotterdam. Excellent buffet breakfast and afternoon tea. Service and cleanliness of the ship on the whole top notch, only let down was a struggle occasinally to get served in the popular ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
Venetian Magic 2-19th October 2006 And magic it was, we enjoyed every minute of this cruise. This was a Music Festival at Sea cruise, The Festival was hosted by Richard Baker who introduced a splendid array of artists for our pleasure. We enjoyed concerts and recitals from Opera, Chamber music (played by ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
17 days on the Oriana with the added joy that it ws a music cruise, Richard Baker presented it, and all the soloists, singers and msicians were brilliant. Captain Charlie Carr and his merry men seemed to bring a delightful atmosphere to this lovely ship, the seas were balmy as was ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
World Cruise
Mike my husband and I had booked to sail ono Aurora's World Cruise in 2005 and were looking forward to being away from home whilst our farmhouse was being re-wired. Sadly that was not to be and after some pampering by P&O we found ourselves back home in what could ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
we have just returned home from a christmas cruise on the oriana and the ship is beautiful since its had its refitment, the staff and waiters were excellent and the menu on board in the main dining area was fantastic, the conservatory which was a buffet style menu had lots of ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
Embarkation was very fast on board in a short time.Cabin was very spacious and the bed was very comfortable.As the ship was recently refurbished it was all very clean and newly carpeted.Very dissapointed at the lack of christmas decorations could have done with alot more plus flowers.The choice of food was ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
EXELLENT FOOD,ATTENTIVE WAITERS,SUPERB ENTERTAINMENT,GREAT SHIP AND CREW BEST VALUE FOR MONEY HOLIDAY MY FAMILY HAVE HAD. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
the ship overall was very pleaseing having good public rooms and good staff,friendly entertainment officers,and restaurant staff.some of the shore excursions were a little pricey but not to be missed,as of the shore discussion lectures on board.up to the usual p@o standard as was the food,and cabin cleanliness.the voyage is excellent ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
World Cruise
We have just taken a 22 day cruise on 'Oriana' from Sydney to Singapore. The staff,food and accommodation good. Drink prices on the expensive side (Stirling not US $'s)with 'post mix' extremely overpriced. P & O Cruises are now adopting a practice of using CONTAINER TERMINALS instead of Passenger Terminals, this ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
World Cruise
We have also completed a 22 day cruise from Sydney to Singapore. The Oriana is a beautiful ship. The food and the staff were outstanding. It was very disappointing that the powers at be decided to use Container Terminals in Hong Kong and Singapore. To see an Icon such as the ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
World Cruise
Oriana, part of world cruise. I have recently been on the Oriana from Brisbane to Singapore and I have decided to put my impressions on the ânetâ so that prospective future passengers can have a few insights about what to expect My experiences were a great disappointment as I had enjoyed enormously previous ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
World Cruise
My experiences with P&O and on the Oriana. My 50th birthday was approaching so a group of friends decided to join me on the cruise to celebrate. 5 of them boarded in Sydney while 2 of us boarded in Brisbane. My travel documents stated that the time and place of ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
We were first time cruisers and slightly apprehensive as well as excited as we joined a long queue to embark at Southampton. The queue moved surprisingly quickly, and in no time we were onboard Oriana and although our cabin was not ready we were able to relax at once and enjoy ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
oriana is a wonderful ship excellent service entertainment excellent been on it three times, am going to try the ventura next year hope i won't be disappointed ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
My wife and I have just returned from a wonderful Caribbean cruise on board the Oriana. we cannot praise this holiday too highly, wonderful ship, excellent food, faultless service from start to finish, sad it has to end but we have vivid memories to last us until our next cruise ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
We have just returned from our first cruise and had the most marvelous time. It was on the Oriana. We left Southampton on 16th May and returned on 29th May cruising round the Med. I am disabled and the staff could not have been more caring and helpful towards me and ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
We have just returned from our first cruise. It was on board the Oriana. We had an inside cabin and it was fine, apart from the fact that it was difficult to wake up in total darkness. Room service was excellent. We had dinner in the Oriental restaurant, both the food and ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
went on p&o for the first time what can i say exceot best holiday ever the staff were so helpful and polite. the shore excurisions were excellent in value of money and a wide range of tours.the ports were excellnt.the nite time activity was out of this world and the food was ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
just returned from two weeks holiday on the med wonderful nothing at all to complain about service excellent just a terrible journey to southampton on friday 2 august due to the floods no fault of p @o or the captain hope captain hamish will read this ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
Had an excellent holiday onboard Oriana. As a partially sighted passenger, I found all of the staff extremely helpful in particular cabin steward and waiter were very attentive. The waiter was knowledgeable about the food and made suggestions when requested. The restaurant food was very good. I didnât use the buffet ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
P and O Oriana Having cruised with 3 other companys, I can only say that the Oriana is without doubt the best for the British. P and O certainly understand their customers and will take a lot to be beaten. The ship really does cater for all age groups, in fact for a summer cruise ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Western Europe
One of the best cruises I have traveled on. Loads of entertainment during the day and night. Smashing entertainment team. Excellent food. Friendly passengers. Excellent itinery ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mini Cruises
Just returned from a disappointing mini cruise on Oriana. On the plus side boarding was good as was the food and the cabin was not too bad but the entertainment was very poor apart from Richard Dilgence who was not great but Ok. My main complaint was it was service without a ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
P and O Cruise Essence of the Caribbean 26/09/07 to 17/10/07 on the Oriana. What a welcome! Checked in and then straight on the ship! No hanging around in the lounge waiting to be called.Our luggage to the cabin soon after. Smooth run to Vigo AGAIN!Then off over the Atlantic Ocean .Cabin ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
P&O Cruise on Oriana Aug 07. This was our first cruise and I was very apprehensive. I must say we had a superb holiday. The service on board was 5* treatment in the restaurant, it was like eating at the Ritz morning, noon and night and could not be bettered. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
sailed on the oriana in august for the first time although i have been on other p&o ships.the ports of call,barcelona,cannes santa margarita/portofino \& rome were beautiful.the entertainment staff(quizzes, game shows etc.) were excellent and i had one of the most enjoyable cruises ever.food as usual was superb. the only time ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
My wife and I have returned from a 10 night cruise on the Oriana on the 15th November 2007. We were informed early in the cruise that the Novavirus illness was on the ship. We were told further into the cruise that around 70 passengers had the illness and before we ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
Having just read a review of the Oriana re the Nov 2007 cruise ,I must mention that I did not know of any sickness bug on the ship during our cruise X717.There was one medical emergency in Lisbon and one in TUNIS but otherwise everyone seemed in remarkable health. The only complaint ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
Recently returned from two week Western Med cruise on Oriana (last time on ship was 2001). Pleased to say ship still in very good nick, cabin had adequate space for family of 4 with good storage / sound proofing. Food and service remain of a high standard, officers and crew remain ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mini Cruises
hi in oct 07 the four of us went on a mini cruise to zebrugge. we thought as correct this would give us an idea about the cruising lifestyle,needless to say we were not dissapointed and have since booked two more cruises for next year. this was aboard the oriana. the ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
I have just returned from an 18 night cruise on Oriana. It was fabulous the entertainment was first class the food fantastic. One of the best cruises I have been on. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Far East
Sixteen months is the longest we have ever waited for a cruise, but this one proved well worth the wait. Advertised as a "Music festival at sea" it certainly lived up to its name. I'm not sure if the highlight of the cruise was seeing the pyramids up close, or actually ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
Myself and my best friend had a 12 day cruise in December 2007. We went on the Oriana. P&O cruise ship. We went on an Atlantic cruise and although the weather wasn't sunny it was fairly warm. We went on a day tour to Loro Parque in Tenerefe to sea Killer ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
As previous cruisers (QE2 and P & O, Oriana) we pretty knew what to expect from the ship. Oriana has been our ship of choice for many years due to the excellent facilities for children as this has given us the freedom to also have a holiday and rest knowing ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
We joined Oriana for the 18 night Bosphorus and Ukraine cruise which we thoroughly enjoyed. The hightlight for us was Istanbul. The skyline of minarets,towers and Mosques as we approached was unforgettable. That afternoon we walked from the ship into the bustling city and Grand Bazaar. The next day we took an early ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
My party of six returned to Southampton on November 5th 07 having completed a 14 day cruise in the Med on Oriana. We were celebrating our first cruise together fifteen years ago in the Caribbean, and it was our fiftieth cruise. My last cruise on Oriana was five years ago to ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Dubai
Our last cruise was from Dubai to Southampton, it was the last leg of the World Cruise This was the last of many cruises and we thoroughly enjoyed it, The lectures aboard were excellent and the tours were as usual very good. If I have a complaint it was the the ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
Returned from a 23 day Caribbean cruise on the P&O ship Oriana sailing from and back to Southampton in November, 2007. Dining My wife and I requested a table for eight in the main dining room and were given a table for four. A further request for a table for eight resulted in ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
My wife and I are regular cruisers and have experienced a number of cruise lines and ship. Our favourite cruiseline for consistantly good standards and value for money is P&O. Our last P&O cruise was on the Oriana to the Canaries and Madeira in November 2007. The weather thoughout the cruise was ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
In 2007 we cruised on the P&O Oceana and the Oriana, our first experience of cruising. We found this so amazing that we are embarking on a third cruise this year. On our last trip we cruised the Mediterranean visiting Barcelona, Monico, Monte Carlo, Florence,Portofino Rome and Gibraltar. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
My Wife and I cruised on the P andO Oriana,5th Nov:to 15th Nov: 2007 to the Canary Isles. Firstly the weather was perfect and we had calm seas.The cabins on Oriana have been refurbished and the new carpeting and bed linen and covers(which were needed) made the cabin very comfortable.I had ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
oriana 5thnov--15th 2007, arrival and embarkation very smooth. food 5 star, entertainment and facilities very good. our biggest disappointment was on returning to southampton we were all left to find our suitcases and the way to the car park unaided.p.s. wewill be cruising again this year.A & W.BOWEN.Hunstanton Norfolk ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
My wife and I went on the 10 day Canaries and Madeira cruise on Nov 5th 2007. This was our second cruise this year having been with Royal Caribbean in September. We have previously cruised with both lines previously and Oriana was our first ship so it was good to revisit ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
Well what can I say, it was our Honeymoon cruise and we were going on P&O's Oriana. I have always stuck to Princess ships in the past, but we fancied the thought of going to the caribbean without flying. For any yopung couple 25-40 I would not recommend P&O ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
Set off for my first cruise aboard the Oriana. Checking in and boarding the ship in Southampton was all very easy and efficiently done. My luggage disappeared as soon as I got out of the taxi at the terminal and was delivered to my cabin very quickly. My Sea Pass was ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
P&O LINER ORIANA WHAT A SHIP LARGE WHITE SHIP YELLOW FUNNEL LOKING FORWARD TO GREAT CRUISE AND WE WERE NOT DISSAPOINTED.EMBARKATION AT THE CRUISE TERMINAL WAS SO EASY IN LESS THAN 15 MINUTES WE WHERE ON THE GANGWAY GETTING OUR IDENTITY PHOTOS TAKEN.ALL OUR LUGGAGE TAKEN TO OUR CABINS.CABINS ARE ROOMY ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
My partner and I sailed off for xmas on the Oriana,we had done the same thing last year on Aurora and knew what to expect,xmas at sea is great, there were lots of families on board some with quite small children but because the childrens area is very self contained on ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
Hi, Just got back from my First Christmas/New Year cruise. Having crusied with P&O previously i must say that the cabins ahve improved with the depper matresses and egyption linnen and duvets, however I do believe that the food in the restaurants has declind at the expence of the new Gary Rhodes ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
We have just returned from the Christmas/New Year cruise on the P and O ship "Oriana" from Southampton to the caribbean. It was five years since we were last on the ship doing the same cruise, but just prior to Christmas that time, and though we enjoyed the cruise we did ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
We went on P&Os Oriana around the med in October 2007. We have travelled with P&O in the past and always been more than happy with the level of service. This cruise was no different. The Oriana is one of the older ships but is maintained to a high level. The ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
Another excellent P&O cruise with my wife, our 3 children and her parents. The food was great, as was the service, although I found the sea air had a gradual shinking effect on my clothes. Entertainments were the usual high quality but we did tend to avoid some of ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
I had not been on the Oriana for about 9 years and wondered if the ship would still be as we had remembered. We were not disappointed, the Gary Rhodes restaurant "Oriana Rhodes" was excellent.The cabins,lounges and theatre were every bit as good as we had remembered them. The ports of ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
I had not been on the Oriana for about 9 years and wondered if the ship would still be as we had remembered. We were not disappointed, the Gary Rhodes restaurant "Oriana Rhodes" was excellent.The cabins,lounges and theatre were every bit as good as we had remembered them. The ports of ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
Oriana - August 2006 - 12 nights around the Canaries. Cabin. We stayed in an outside cabin, which was excellent. There were 3 of us (2 adults, 1 child aged 10) and a bit cramped when all trying to get dressed for dinner but otherwise very adequote. Our cabin boy ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mini Cruises
P&O Cruises - Oriana This was the second short break cruise - 3 nights - we had been on, and this time we took friends. We arrived at Southampton about one hour before we were suppose to and our car was taken from us along with our cases and of we went to ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
THE CRUISE WAS FROM SOUTHAMPTON RETURNING TO SOUTHAMPTON SO NO FLYING WAS INVOLVED THE CRUISE CALLED AT THE AZORES ON THE WAY DOWN TO THE CARIBBEAN THE SHIP WAS VERY NICE COMPACT AND EASY TO GET AROUND THE SHIP WAS DUE TO REFURBISHED AFTER OUR CRUISE SO ALL THE BETTER FOR ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Norwegian Fjords
My family (husband myself and disabled son )sailed on the Oriana to the Ffiords, I loved the scenery and it was wonderful to sit and watch the snow capped mountains go by. My favorite place to eat was the pizza cafe as there were lots of different snacks to suit all. Service ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Norwegian Fjords
This was our first cruise and we weren't dissapointed. The cruise was magnificent, the scenery breathtaking, and to top it all, the weather was sunny and dry. We saw places that would have been impossible to get to by land. We opted for the 8.00pm dinner and shared a table with ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
Our last cruise with P&O was on Oriana, a comfortable and well-appointed ship. Compared to other P&O cruises we have experienced, we were a little disappointed with the menus, hoping for a greater variety; and the quality of food was not up to expectation. Certainly, it was inferior to cuisine on ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Baltic
We sailed to the Baltic on the Oriana for our anniversary and we were very impressed. The staff were obliging, nothing seemed to be too much trouble and we would definitely sail with P & O again. The food was good, the excursions were interesting and we got to ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
My family and i had a fantastic christmas cruise, we had cruised on Oriana before and the only noticable difference this time was the age of passengers-which were quite alot older than the previous summer cruise we had taken. there were still quite a few children on board and the youth ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Iberia
This was our first cruise. We left Southampton with the band playing and a glass of champagne. We were most impressed by the level of security. We were photogaphed as we came on board and had an identity card to show on leaving and boarding the ship at each port. There ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
Oriana cruise to Canaries very good, but ship vibrates a lot, very annoying when eating dinner. Excursions usual very high standard. Food not as good as before, but this did not stop us having a great time. Individual entertainers especially good, resident artists rather poor and amateurish. Would go again. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
A beautiful ship that has recently undergone a major refit. We had a balcony cabin which was very spacious. Plenty of wardrobe space. Suit cases can be stored elsewhere if required. Just ask your cabin steward. There is a good size sitting area with a two seater couch and small table and chairs. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
With all the bad press about sickness on board we were extremely pleased with our cruise around the canary islands. The food was excellent, the service second to none, and the facilites were very varied. The cabins were well furnished however the bathrooms are a little plain and could do ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
World Cruise
World Cruise take a look at this movie copy paste this address ,life on the ship and site seeing http://www.keydesigns.net/test.htm ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
South America
Day 1 - Friday 28th November Santiago/Valparaiso (Chile) We finally arrived in Santiago at 8.30am after a 17hour flight. The flight wasnât too bad, with a good choice of films and TV programs, they also kept us well fed and watered. David and Louise behaved themselves quite well, although Louise ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Western Europe
Iberian Sojourn 1St Sept Oriana 7 Nights Well we have never done a 7 night cruise before but thought we would give it a try.. Would it seem over to quickly? Would the effort of packing and driving to Southampton seem to much for just a week ⦠off we set ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
For our first cruise, we bravely (or foolishly, what if we hated it!) booked ourselves on a 22 night cruise, from Southampton and back, calling at: The Azores, Antigua, St Lucia, Tortola, Grenada, Barbados and Lisbon. Lots of sea days, but that didn't bother us - there was so ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
My wife and I spent Christmas cruising the Caribbean it was a surreal experience sitting round the pool in 85 degree sunshine listening to a steel band and watching Santa riding round the deck in his tobogan. Wonderful food great weather cant wait fof next Christmas thank you Santa. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
I chose this cruise as I am a Single Mother with a teenage daughter, it was our first time away on our own, first time away at Xmas, and the longest holiday (3 wks) we had taken, our norm. is 2 wks. All of those factors combined to make me feel ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mini Cruises
This was my first opportunity to try out a P&O cruise having previously cruised mainly with RCI. We drove down to Southampton on the Saturday and easily found parking located conveniently opposite the terminal. The checking in procedure is very slick. Within an hour we were boarding the ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Canaries
Vigo, Lisbon, Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Palma, Madeira My mother and I arrived at Southampton (City Cruise terminal) about 11.30am. Check-in commenced just before noon, was quite efficient and we were one of the first on board. We easily navigated our way around and found our comfortable balcony cabin on ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
We had a fantastic cruise on board a wonderful ship - Oriana. Our inside cabin was fresh and airy after a recent refresh with very comfortable beds and crisp white cotton bedding. The food was as good as ever but we are starting to see a pattern to the menus as we have ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
This was a 16 night cruise. The Oriana is a beautiful ship with very good use of space and excellent lounges, a lovely cinema and an imposing 'Crows Nest'. The cabins were comfortable and well appointed. The service on board was very good as was the food in the restaurant. However, ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
Having cruised on Oriana before, we found the same high standards again on this cruise. We had to go for a more expensive cabin than we would have liked in order to get a sofa-bed for the children (rather than pull down bunks), but the extra space was useful. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
Just home from a truly wonderful cruise round the Caribbean on the''Oceana' This ship is certainly the most friendly we have every cruised on Except for a 5 hours flight delay from Glasgow due to technical problems everything went very smoothly My wife and I were in a mini suite which was very ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
We went on our first cruise last year and were very aprehensive especially taking our 14 year old daughter. We had a superb holiday, the service, food and staff were excellent. My daughter loved it, there were plenty of kids her age to mix with and we have all ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
We went on our first cruise last year and were very aprehensive especially taking our 14 year old daughter. Wwe had a superb holiday, the service, food and staff were excellent. My daughter loved it, there were plenty of kids her age to mix with and we have all ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
World Cruise
Our cruise on Oriana was the last leg of the 2007 World Cruise, cruising from Dubai to Southampton. We had an overnight flight from Manchester to Dubai with Emirate Airlines. On arrival at the cruise terminal we had quite a while to wait before boarding as several tour coaches had just ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
Nothing can beat going to the Caribbean at Christmas, especially by ship. This was the first time we had been on the Oriana since March 2003 and we noticed changes, for example the Gary Rhodes restaurant, and the casino. The ship was very tastefully decorated for Christmas and ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
I cruised on the Oriana last november and had a wonderful time. The entertainment was fantastic. I have booked the Oriana again in April and I only hope the entertainment is as good. I will review this cruise later in the year. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
Booked a cruise for the first time for years having got a gret deal from our local cruise centre. Only an inside twin on C deck (OC) grade but real value for money.Thirteen nights of great fun , good company and very good ports of call. Food always good in restaurants. ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Far East
We have just returned from what has been a fantastic cruise with the P & O Oriana and it is true nobody does it better than P & O. We sailed from Southampton on 6th January 2008, the ship arrived late due to encountering a gale force wind 10 on ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
We have previously been on the Oceanna and found the Oriana alot smaller. The cabins had been refurbished and they were fine, the evening food was good and the service was excellent. There were plenty of bars and you always had somewhere to go for a drink in the evening even ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Western Europe
Another great P & O cruise. Full marks for the childrens entertainment ( we have a 6 and 11 year old )provided by Catch 22 and also the enthusiasm demonstrated by the youth team. Also great to see the sportsmnan Euan Thomas and dancers Darren and Lilia on board. Excellent consistent entertainment ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mediterranean
We cruised for the first time last summer and were pleasantly surprised at the range of activities available during the course of the cruise. The ship was also large enough to escape from other people should you wish to, although I must say we enjoyed convivial chats with fellow cruisers over ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Caribbean
Ours was the last cruise on the Oriana before the wonderful Curzon Room was converted into a Gary Rhodes alternative restaurant. Oriana was as good as ever (our 6th trip on this ship) and the food and service were better than any previous occasion. An initial mix up with table reservations led ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Adriatic
We sailed on Oriana in late July 2007 to the Mediterranean. It was our second experience with P&O, but first on this ship. We arrived in Southampton slightly early and went to the pier, where the ease of embarkation was a great start. Our bags were taken from the car and ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mini Cruises
We took a family party on a mini cruise which co-incided with the Rugby World Cup Final. The fact that England was in the final was a bit of a surprise but the crew organised a big party so all rugby fans could watch the final in style. Also, my daughter was ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Mini Cruises
This was our second weekender (our first having been on Arcadia). I prefered this one - I particularly liked the outdoor sports area and the amazingly comfortable bed. All children onboard were well behaved. The only thing that could have been improved was the entertainment. Richard Digence was great but the ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Arctic
We left Southampton under the command of Captain Hamish Reid. We saw little of the Captain during our cruise which was a disappointment. The facilities on ship were good but alas some of the quiet areas were spoilt by the conversion to the Rhodes restaurant. During our voyage we ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
Adriatic
I`m going on her for the 7th time next month to the Caribbean after a long illness and am confident in the knowledge that I will receive the usual outstanding service from everybody on board, apart from the very occasional glum cabin steward. I went on her last June to Venice and some Greek Islands ...More
P&O Cruises,
Oriana,
World Cruise
My wife & I flew out of Perth on Wed Jan 02, to join Oriana's 62 days cruise back to Fremantle, it was 39C when we left Perth & arrived at Heathrow to 1C a bit of a shock to the system. After a couple of days in London we left Sunday ...More