AndyMichelle

We walked straight in and we're seated straight away. The food and service was exceptional.

The top pic is this years 'British classic trio' in the Glasshouse, the bottom pic is last years. Last years definitely wins, but I do love chocolate. Andy

We didn't try the Beach House this time, but have previously and I am probably the only person ever who didn't rate the lava steak... Perhaps it's something to do with having to cook my own dinner😂 We had a fantastic late lunch in the Glasshouse, the day the Privateers were playing in the Atrium, that was a very pleasant afternoon. Andy

It doesn't matter what you pay, as long as you feel you are getting what you want, and obviously afford it. Andy

That's a good price Jean. A select balcony on the cruise we wanted was just shy of £200pppn. Her Highness wants a balcony as its quite a scenic cruise. Andy

Yeah, tell me about it... Looked at an Aurora cruise yesterday, the cost was eye watering compared to what you could pay on the biggies.. Andy

Definitely not solely blaming the newbies, as many have said before, they take their own drinks because they cannot get what they want on board. I had never noticed it so blatant before, but this time I did and it wasn't being discouraged. Andy

That's my point, it used to be the odd few, now it seemed commonplace. I don't doubt you are right about the baseline etc, but was just surprised how many were blatantly doing it now. As has also been said before, if we don't like it, we can go elsewhere. With all the ships sailing at capacity, there seems to be a stream of people willing to replace us, despite the cuts. Andy

We were shocked to see very many passengers last week pouring their own drinks in the bars, have never really noticed it before. Even saw a couple asking the waiters for 2 glasses with ice... Andy

On that other site, people still receiving emails saying there is no change... It is changing, we just need to let the P&O employees know😂 Andy

That's my theory out of the window then😂

Good luck, you may be lucky but we wasn't last week. They say it is allocated by floor, we were deck 8 on Britannia with a 3.15 boarding time, so I assume it goes from top to bottom. We tried our luck but had to wait, so no complaints here, we knew the rules. Andy

It's my absolute pleasure. From our perspective, we rely on others feedback, so very happy to share ours. Andy

That's a fair old walk to the glacier Derek, then the trek up... Rather you than me😊 Have a great day, Andy

Excellent summary, thank you. We never fancied Iona, too big etc, but positive reviews like yours have made us look to give it a try. Andy