Britannia is Coming…

I can’t wait to step on-board the new Britannia this weekend. I really do love my job when I get to go and sample these magnificent ships first hand.

Not only do I get to enjoy myself it also means that you as my customers will get the first-hand knowledge of the ships that you would expect from a cruising Expert.

It’s a dirty job but someone has to do it!

Stay on-board, experience the entertainment, sample the exquisite cuisine etc… need I go on.

I’ve got my tickets and I am all ready to go!

P&O have already officially taken ownership of the Britannia at a ceremony in Trieste, Italy from the owners of the Fincantieri shipyard where it was built. It was a traditional ceremony and included the exchange of flags, in which the shipyard flag is taken down and the P&O Cruises flag is flown.

I love the new Livery, although some have said they don’t. I think the Red, White and Blue is very patriotic and very striking.

P&O are really pulling out the big guns with Food Heroes,  Atul Kochar, Marco Pierre White, Olly Smith, Eric Lanlard and James Martin showcasing their skills on-board and none other than Mary Berry as one of a famous line up of chefs and bakers who will be hosting cookery lessons on-board during the sailings as well as hosting chef’s table exclusive dinners.

The ship itself will be arriving into Southampton on Friday following this route.

I am only sorry I will not be there for the official naming ceremony on Tuesday by her Majesty the Queen before her maiden voyage to the Mediterranean on Saturday March 14th.

If you want to know more about this magnificent ship, the largest cruise ship ever designed specifically for the British holiday market.

 Britannia Facts and Figures

Now that you have seen what she has to offer.

Britannia Deals and Offers

Next week I will have lots of pictures and tips for you. If you have any questions then please feel free to ask.