P&O Cruises
P&O Cruises is a British cruise line based in Southampton and owned by Carnival Corporation. Its heritage reaches back to 1837, when the original Peninsular and Oriental company began, and the cruise line itself dates from 1977. Holidays range from sunshine breaks to ocean crossings, with a distinctly British feel on board.
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- NHS discountP&O Cruises offers extra onboard spending money for valid Blue Light Card holders. Bookings must be made through their Customer Contact Centre, and proof of employment is required. They also have offers through Health Service Discounts.
- Military discountP&O Cruises offers military benefits in the form of extra onboard spending money for eligible veterans and service members who provide their Defence Privilege Card number when booking.
- Join P&O Peninsular ClubMember benefits including onboard credits and exclusive offers
- Gift cardsAvailable if you're buying for someone else.
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About P&O Cruises
Where the ships go
Itineraries cover the Mediterranean and the Caribbean for warm-weather breaks. The Norwegian Fjords offer dramatic scenery, and transatlantic crossings suit those with more time. The fleet is made up of modern ships that suit couples, families and solo travellers alike.
Life on board
Fares usually include the cabin, main meals in several restaurants, entertainment and use of facilities such as pools and gyms. What is included varies by cruise and cabin, so read the booking details carefully. Dining runs from buffets to speciality restaurants. Evenings bring comedy, live music and West End-style productions, plus cinemas and casinos. There are spas too, along with kids' and teens' clubs.
Booking and paying
Holidays can be booked online, over the phone or through a travel agent. Tickets and travel documents arrive electronically through an online account. Instead of a returns policy there is a cancellation policy, and its terms depend on how close to departure you cancel. Visa, Mastercard and American Express are accepted, and finance options are offered. Gift cards make a cruise possible as a present. Repeat guests collect Peninsular Club points for each night at sea.
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P&O Cruises quick facts
| Delivery | P&O Cruises provides e-tickets and booking confirmations digitally. All necessary travel documents and information will be accessible via your online account or sent to you electronically prior to your departure. |
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| Returns | As a cruise line, P&O Cruises operates a cancellation policy rather than a returns policy. Specific terms and conditions apply to cancellations, varying by the time of cancellation before departure. Please refer to your booking terms for full details. |
| Payment methods | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Finance options |
| Gift cards | Yes |
| Loyalty scheme | P&O Peninsular Club |
| Founded | 1837 |
| Headquarters | Southampton, United Kingdom |
| Parent company | Carnival Corporation |
| Stores | 0 |
P&O Cruises contact
- Website
- pocruises.com
- Phone
- 0344 338 8003
- Hours
- Every day, typically 8 am - 8 pm
P&O Cruises FAQs
What if I need to cancel my cruise?
P&O Cruises has a cancellation policy instead of a returns policy. The terms depend on how long before departure you cancel, and full details are in your booking conditions.
How do I get my tickets?
Booking confirmations and e-tickets are sent digitally. Travel documents can be viewed in your online account or arrive electronically before departure.
Can I pay for a cruise using finance?
P&O Cruises lists finance options among its payment methods, alongside Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Check the booking pages for current terms.
Do Blue Light Card holders get anything extra?
Yes. Valid Blue Light Card holders and eligible Defence Privilege Card members can get extra onboard spending money. These bookings go through the customer contact centre with proof of eligibility.
