Celebrations and Special Services

We have some wonderful celbration packages that you can choose from.

Ceremonies at Sea

Let P&O Cruises help you celebrate your special occasion in style with our Ceremonies at Sea program. We offer four wonderful packages to create the perfect day:

Weddings
Civil unions (New Zealand only)
Renewal of vows
Commitment ceremonies

Immerse yourself in the enjoyment of your day, and let our staff take care of all the little details. There's none of the usual worries, like getting from the ceremony to the reception.

Group Cruises

Travelling in a group of 16 or more people allows you to have access to a number of onboard services on selected sailings. Please call your travel agent or our Telephone Sales & Service Team for more details.

Pre-ordering and payments for special services must be made more than 21 days prior to sailing. Charges may apply to some services including;

Cocktail parties with canapés
Children's parties
Group photos
Special occasion cakes

Find out more about our Group Cruises

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Nautical Glossary

Above-water hull: The hull section of a vessel above waterline, the visible part of a ship. Also, topsides.
Act of Pardon / Act of Grace: A letter from a state or power authorising action by a privateer. Also see Letter of Marque.
Bear down: Turn away from the wind, often with reference to a transit.
Starboard: The right hand side of the ship when looking forward
Astern: Any distance behind a ship, as opposed to A-Head.
Beating to windward: Making progress against the direction of the wind, by steering alternately close-hauled on the starboard and larboard tacks.
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.
Shallow, not deep.: Shoal
Fresh away: When your ship increases its velocity.

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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

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