Ship Arcadia, PO Cruises

Included in your fare, P&O's sumptuous restaurantes deliver classic British favourites and exceptional gourment dining with menus that change nightly.

For evening dining all ships P&O''s ships offer "Club Dining", which means dining at the same table, at the same time each evening, On Arcadia you can choose "Freedom Dining" instead wich enables you to dine in a dedicated main restaurant in the evening at the time you wish with whomever you wish.

In addition to the main restaurants, the ships offer smaller specialty restaurants at a modest cover charge, such as:

Ocean Grill by Marco Pierre White: here you  an look forward to Baked Portobello Mushroom with Spinach Leaf and Pecan Salad, Salt Marsh Lamb Rack with Dauphinoise Potato, crushed Minted Peas and a Romarin Scented Jus, and of course, succulent steaks from Premium Grass-fed beefs.

East by Atul Kochhar, offering modern Asian cuisine served in elegant sorroundings.

Evenings on board P&O's ships are full of possibilities. After dinner the stages in the theatres play host to creative shows performed by a troupe of stringently auditioned and well rehearsed singers and dancers from their own Headliners Theatre Company.

You'll also find soloists under the show lounge spotlight, live bands in the bars and a DJ in the nightclub. You'll find sophisticated bars and lounges too for sparking conversation with your fellow travellers accompanied by the melodic sound of a pianist, and a casino in which to dice with Lady Luck.

If you love to be pampered, purchase a spa pass, your ticket to relaxation!

Within these tranquil walls, you'll find soothing private treatment rooms where their friendly team of qualified therapists offer a heavenly menu of massages, scrubs and facials at competitive prices. If you're seeking the ultimate treat, Arcadia has a thermal suite where your spa pass gives you access to delicious moments reclining on heated ceramic loungers and in the warmth of several steam rooms with a lovely hydrotherapy pool.

Oasis Salon: hair styling, colours, manicures, makeovers, men's grooming.

P&O's daytime entertainment programme includes talks and interactive workshops, featuring subjects as diverse as history, nature, art, dance, gastronomy.

Sport fans needn't miss out as, satellite permitting, P&O shows the big events including football, rugby, formula 1, tennis and every four years, the World Cup.

And the perfume, jewellery and clothes shops will tempt you. You'll also find a range of daywear and holiday essentials from toothpaste to sunscreen and the perfect holiday read, many items available with savings off the UK high street.

For a typical two week cruise there are normally four Smart evenings, that give you the chance to slip into something a little elegant. Ladies typically wear tailored trousers and separates or even a stylish dress, while men are in a shirt and trousers with a jacket such as a blazer or sports jacket, or a suit and tie if they wish.

For a typical two week cruise there are normally four Black Tie evenings on board (tthis may vary). These evenings are the opportunity to wear glamorous evening wear including cocktail dresses, ballgowns or even smart trouser suits. For men, dinner jackets or tuxedos are the norm, but a dark lounge or business suit and tie can be worn as an alternative. Attire can be purchased on  board or hired pre-cruise (men only).

For a typical two week cruise there are normally six Evening Casual nights.Stylish resort or leisurewear is ideal, for example casual separates or dresser for ladies and open-neck polo shirts and casual trousers (not shorts) for men. A jacket and smart trouser can be worn but are not compulsory. Smart dark denim is also fine, but not trainers, football shirts or tracksuits.

We're not all the same. One person's idea of bliss may be lazing on a beach; another's maybe exploring a museum or swimming with turtles. That's why P&O Cruises offer a hole host of experiences, so there's something just right for you. Tours also range in duration, from a couple of hours to a full day. This way, you can make each day your own.