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P&O Cruises to offer "the ultimate escape" staycation this summer

 

cruises to go on sale later this monthUK

, /PRNewswire/ -- P&O Cruises will offer a series of short break and week-long cruises as "the ultimate escape" staycation this summer. The cruises will go on sale later in March.MIAMIUKMarch 3, 2021

P&O Cruises president said: "Following recent Government announcements and as the vaccine programme is rolled out across the globe we can all begin to feel a sense of reassurance and hope that this current lockdown period in the will come to an end. Life can, we hope, slowly return to some semblance of our previous normality as hospitality opens up and summer holidays can be booked with confidence.Paul LudlowUK

"Whilst holidays here in the will be the first to become a reality we will, of course, gradually see the return of international travel but first we want guests to be able to enjoy a proper summer holiday at sea with the best in relaxation, entertainment and dining choice.UK

"These sailings will leave from our home port in and sail around coastal waters enjoying the summer sunshine. More details of dates, prices and the experience on board will be announced later this month, but they will, of course, all have flexibility so guests can book with confidence.SouthamptonUK

"We hope that the "ultimate escape" staycation option will have wide appeal and we will do our utmost to make it a very special time. There really will be something for everyone and the opportunity to spend precious and much-longed for time with family and friends.UK

"In order to offer these breaks it does mean that unfortunately we need to cancel some of our current published programme of holidays this summer. Cruises on , Aurora, Azura and Ventura have been cancelled until the end of August and on Britannia and Iona until the end of September.UKArcadia

"We remain in very close contact with the Government and associated bodies as we monitor the latest situation and guidance on travel. From the moment we see travel restrictions lifting we will begin the significant logistical task to re-start our operations. It will take some time for the first ship to return to service, followed by the phased return of the remaining fleet. We cannot wait to welcome everyone back on board with the protection of effective protocols to safeguard the health and wellbeing of all crew and guests.UK

"I really am so sorry for the disappointment these cancellations will cause but hope that the new cruises will enable everyone to enjoy a wonderful holiday this summer."UK

All guests whose cruises have been cancelled will automatically receive a Future Cruise Credit worth 125% of what they paid. This 125% Future Cruise Credit can be redeemed against any new booking made by the end of , on any cruise on sale at the time of booking.December 2021

Alternatively, 100% refund is available through the form on  and may be requested until .www.pocruises.comDecember 2021

P&O Cruises is favourite cruise line, welcoming guests to experience holidays with a blend of discovery, choice, relaxation and exceptional service catered towards British tastes. P&O Cruises fleet of premium ships combine genuine service, a sense of occasion and attention to detail.About P&O Cruises
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In 2021, P&O Cruises will launch Iona its first Excel class ship. The new LNG-powered ship, with 5,200-guest capacity, will be the largest ship built to serve the market. Iona will feature enhancements to already successful brand signature venues from the existing fleet, as well as features newly developed for Iona.UK

P&O Cruises second LNG-powered Excel class ship and sister ship to Iona is named Arvia, meaning from the seashore, and will join the fleet in . Arvia is an innovative and future-focused ship and will offer outstanding, varied and contemporary holidays. Arvia has been designed to travel to the sun all year-round and to maximise views of the ocean and the seashore from everywhere on board.December 2022

With over 200 destinations worldwide, P&O Cruises Itineraries are carefully curated to inspire discovery, and are varied to suit newcomers and experienced guests alike. With a wide choice of holidays from two days to three months there is something for everyone. P&O Cruises sails to & , Baltic, the British Isles, , the , & the , the , , the Far East & , the , the Mediterranean, Scandinavia, , the , and .AustraliaNew ZealandCanadaSpainPortugalCanary IslandsCaribbeanCentral AmericaAsiaIndian OceanSouth AmericaSouth Pacificthe United StatesWestern Europe

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*Holidays which will be cancelled due to current guidance are detailed below

   

   

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Ship   Cruise Departure date       Destination      Nts

Arcadia  J105     20-May-21    Western Mediterranean 18

         J106     07-Jun-21        Cruise Break       4

         J107     11-Jun-21           Iceland        14

         J108     25-Jun-21        Norway Fjord      12

         J109     07-Jul-21        Cruise Break       4

         J110     11-Jul-21        Norway Fjord      12

         J111     23-Jul-21        British Isles     12

         J112     04-Aug-21        Arctic Circle     23

         J113     27-Aug-21    Central Mediterranean 19

 Ship   Cruise Departure date      Destination      Nts

Aurora   R105    24-Apr-21    Southern Cruise Break  7

         R106    01-May-21    Central Mediterranean 19

         R107    20-May-21           Baltic         16

         R108    05-Jun-21        Norway Fjord      12

         R109    17-Jun-21    Central Mediterranean 19

         R110    06-Jul-21           Iceland        14

         R111    20-Jul-21           Baltic         16

         R112    05-Aug-21        Norway Fjord      12

         R113    17-Aug-21           Baltic         16
Ship    Cruise   Departure date           Destination           Nts

Azura    A109      29-Apr-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

        A109A      29-Apr-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A109B      06-May-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A109C      06-May-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

         A110      13-May-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

        A110A      13-May-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A110B      20-May-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A110C      20-May-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

         A111      27-May-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

        A111A      27-May-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A111B      03-Jun-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A111C      03-Jun-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

         A112      10-Jun-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

        A112A      10-Jun-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A112B      17-Jun-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A112C      17-Jun-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

         A113      24-Jun-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

        A113A      24-Jun-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A113B      01-Jul-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A113C      01-Jul-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

         A114      08-Jul-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

        A114A      08-Jul-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A114B      15-Jul-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A114C      15-Jul-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

         A115      22-Jul-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

        A115A      22-Jul-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A115B      29-Jul-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A115C      29-Jul-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

         A116      05-Aug-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

        A116A      05-Aug-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A116B      12-Aug-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A116C      12-Aug-21    Eastern Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

         A117      19-Aug-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

        A117A      19-Aug-21    Central Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A117B      26-Aug-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly)  7

        A117C      26-Aug-21    Western Mediterranean (Med Fly) 14

  Ship    Cruise Departure date           Destination           Nts

Britannia  B111    25-Apr-21            Atlantic Coast          13

           B112    08-May-21         Western Mediterranean      14

           B113    22-May-21         Western Mediterranean      14

           B114    05-Jun-21         Western Mediterranean      14

           B115    19-Jun-21         Western Mediterranean      14

           B116    03-Jul-21         Western Mediterranean      14

           B117    17-Jul-21         Western Mediterranean      14

           B118    31-Jul-21         Western Mediterranean      14

           B119    14-Aug-21         Western Mediterranean      14

           B120    28-Aug-21         Western Mediterranean      14

           B121    11-Sep-21         Western Mediterranean      14
Ship Cruise Departure date Destination  Nts

Iona  G111    24-Apr-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G112    01-May-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G113    08-May-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G114    15-May-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G115    22-May-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G116    29-May-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G117    05-Jun-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G118    12-Jun-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G119    19-Jun-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G120    26-Jun-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G121    03-Jul-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G122    10-Jul-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G123    17-Jul-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G124    24-Jul-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G125    31-Jul-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G126    07-Aug-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G127    14-Aug-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G128    21-Aug-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G129    28-Aug-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G130    04-Sep-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G131    11-Sep-21    Norway Fjord  7

      G132    18-Sep-21    Norway Fjord  7

 Ship   Cruise Departure date  Destination  Nts

Ventura  N108    30-Apr-21    Short Break    2
                              (Round Trip)

         N109    02-May-21       Western    14
                              Mediterranean

         N110    16-May-21       Baltic     14

         N111    30-May-21       Western    14
                              Mediterranean

         N112    13-Jun-21       Baltic     14

         N113    27-Jun-21       Western    14
                              Mediterranean

         N114    11-Jul-21       Baltic     14

         N115    25-Jul-21       Western    14
                              Mediterranean

         N116    08-Aug-21       Baltic     14

         N117    22-Aug-21       Western    14
                              Mediterranean
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