Create memorable moments with P&O Cruises with 5% holiday savings
Between May 8 and May 12, 2025, a 5% saving is available to all new Select Price or Early Saver bookings for holidays departing before March 27, 2027. Additionally, guests can save 15% on classic drinks packages for all new and existing bookings.
BAFTA Television Awards with P&O Cruises will be broadcast on Sunday May 11, 2025, on BBC One and iPlayer from 7pm. P&O Cruises will host more than 100 travel agents at the prestigious awards ceremony.
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Escape on a five-night mini-break to Belgium and the Netherlands onboard Aurora. Departing from Southampton on Wednesday May 20, 2026, visit Rotterdam and Zeebrugge from £499 per person (J604).
Fly directly to Malta and set sail on a seven-night Mediterranean cruise onboard Azura, departing August 7, 2025. Calling into Civitavecchia, Livorno, Ajaccio and Messina, prices start from £979 per person including return London flights (A530).
Experience the Norwegian fjords on one of P&O Cruises newest ships. Departing Southampton on August 9, 2025, Iona will visit Stavanger, Olden, Flam and Haugesund. Prices start from £879 per person (G525).
All prices are based on two people sharing an inside cabin. Holidays can be secured with a 10% deposit.
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