Library 

Man reading on deckOn board each of our ships, we've created a library of contemporary and classic titles, as well as books related to specific cruise itineraries.

You'll find subjects on art, history, sport, travel, health and wellness, natural history and reference materials. We also have a fine selection of fiction and biographies.

P&O Cruises on-board libraries have collections of up to 2,000 books and a selection of board games is also available. A selection of board games is also available for use in the library.

Check your Pacific Daily on-board for library hours.

Cruise Personaliser

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Our free Cruise Personaliser lets you update your pre-cruise information and see a summary of your booking at a glance. 
personalise your cruise

Nautical Glossary

Act of Pardon / Act of Grace
A letter from a state or power authorising action by a privateer. Also see Letter of Marque.
Abandon ship!
An imperative to leave the vessel immediately, usually in the face of some imminent danger.
Bear down
Turn away from the wind, often with reference to a transit.
Daggerboard
A type of centerboard that is lifted vertically; often used in pairs.
Hand bomber
A ship using coal-fired boilers shoveled in by hand.
Handsomely
Gradually, as "lower handsomely".
Starboard
The right hand side of the ship when looking forward
Dog-watch
The watches from four to six and six to eight in the evening.
Griping
The inclination of a ship to run to windward.
Fresh away
When your ship increases its velocity.

Need Help?

Find answers to all your questions.

What payment options do I have to pay for my cruise?
Accepted payment with selected credit cards (1.5% surcharge applies). More info here.
Once onboard, how do I pay for extra items?
Multiple ways of purchasing goods onboard are available to you - from Credit Cards to cash. More info here.
I have kids. What facilities do you have for children?
Qualified staff run a great choice of awesome activities for kids of all ages, giving you the option to spend the day child-free. Here's how it works.
What's actually included in the cruise price?
Accommodation, all main meals, entertainment and use of facilities such as swimming pools, gym, spas, table tennis, children's centres (excluding late night group child-minding) and library are all included in your cruise package.
What are the different types of cabins available? What's the difference between them?
Choose from outstanding balcony cabins with ocean views, great-value internal cabins, 4-berth options to share with family or friends or outside cabins with windows. Click here for more information.

For the answers to many other questions check out our Frequently Asked Questions

Internet Access

Passenger using a laptop
Internet access is available on all P&O Cruises ships in our on-board Internet Café.
Internet Access