P-L-B Posted April 11, 2019 #126 Share Posted April 11, 2019 28 minutes ago, Bazrat said: Alas daiB you have fallen into doccos trap if you keep on responding to him on this thread he will have done his job,he as a problem with p&o cruises so he will continue with his comments till it drowns out all the good experiences you people have had. I am sure many others have come to the same conclusion.😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy v Posted April 11, 2019 #127 Share Posted April 11, 2019 7 hours ago, Eglesbrech said: Just one week. We have however had classical concerts on cruises of this duration in the past on Aurora (and further back on Artemis). Glad to hear fom you that it is still available on some of the (slightly) bigger ships. Have you ever seen it on Brittania? Yes, the first time we were on Brittania. I don't remember names but the young lad played three times in the week. We had to eat in the buffet one night, as it was the only way we could fit in everything we wanted to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P-L-B Posted April 11, 2019 #128 Share Posted April 11, 2019 Just thought of something else that I enjoy and look forward to. Does anyone else like the Port and Stilton cheese that’s sometimes available on formal nights. You know if you have struck up a good relationship with you table waiter when you ask if they have the Port and Stilton cheese and they duly oblige by bringing it to your table.😋 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daiB Posted April 11, 2019 #129 Share Posted April 11, 2019 17 minutes ago, P-L-B said: Just thought of something else that I enjoy and look forward to. Does anyone else like the Port and Stilton cheese that’s sometimes available on formal nights. You know if you have struck up a good relationship with you table waiter when you ask if they have the Port and Stilton cheese and they duly oblige by bringing it to your table.😋 Shhhhh. Don’t tell everyone That’s why you do club dining. Staff get to know what you want and like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrierjohn Posted April 11, 2019 #130 Share Posted April 11, 2019 35 minutes ago, daiB said: Shhhhh. Don’t tell everyone That’s why you do club dining. Staff get to know what you want and like. They are equally as good in freedom dining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Peterson Posted April 11, 2019 #131 Share Posted April 11, 2019 10 minutes ago, terrierjohn said: They are equally as good in freedom dining. Naturally.......and you get to choose what time you eat. Why would you want a fixed time every night? Good to meet different people too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P-L-B Posted April 11, 2019 #132 Share Posted April 11, 2019 (edited) 24 minutes ago, terrierjohn said: They are equally as good in freedom dining. Yes agreed, We occasionally do Club Dining but we find with freedom that very often the table waiter will ask if you would like the same table for the following evening or alternatively a table in the same area. Either way they do get to know you and your preferences. Edited April 11, 2019 by P-L-B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britboys Posted April 11, 2019 #133 Share Posted April 11, 2019 59 minutes ago, docco said: Naturally.......and you get to choose what time you eat. Why would you want a fixed time every night? Good to meet different people too. Because some of us enjoy meeting up with the same table companions each night and building up a friendship across the cruise. I am also very happy to share a table at breakfast/lunch to enjoy the company of different people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the english lady Posted April 12, 2019 #134 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Maybe Docco has to have new people listen to him every night and how much he LOVES pando!!!!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted April 12, 2019 #135 Share Posted April 12, 2019 I have to say that the thought of sharing a table with the same company for 35 nights would be my idea of hell! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Eglesbrech Posted April 12, 2019 #136 Share Posted April 12, 2019 49 minutes ago, wowzz said: I have to say that the thought of sharing a table with the same company for 35 nights would be my idea of hell! Fixed dining is a bit of a gamble, it can be be great with the right people or as you describe absolute hell if you get the wrong. P&O offer a choice so at least people can get the version they want to enjoy their cruise dining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britboys Posted April 12, 2019 #137 Share Posted April 12, 2019 4 hours ago, Eglesbrech said: Fixed dining is a bit of a gamble, it can be be great with the right people or as you describe absolute hell if you get the wrong. P&O offer a choice so at least people can get the version they want to enjoy their cruise dining. Yes, I am sure it is a gamble. Fortunately for me, with 15+ P&O cruises and over 20 in total, I am pleased to say I have never had a table from hell. Sure, some have been better than others but I have never felt trapped or the need to change tables. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Eglesbrech Posted April 12, 2019 #138 Share Posted April 12, 2019 6 minutes ago, Britboys said: Yes, I am sure it is a gamble. Fortunately for me, with 15+ P&O cruises and over 20 in total, I am pleased to say I have never had a table from hell. Sure, some have been better than others but I have never felt trapped or the need to change tables. I tend to go for flexible now so I can eat when I get hungry, work around shows and meet new people etc. We have only once asked to be moved on fixed dining as one of the table companions swore constantly, which I really don’t find acceptable. I have however been at a larger table with one loud mouthed know it all who tried to dominate conversations and forced their opinion down the throats of everyone else. The table (gently) sorted him out and he piped down a bit. Otherwise generally lovely, interesting people with, as you say some tables better than others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted April 12, 2019 #139 Share Posted April 12, 2019 14 minutes ago, Britboys said: Yes, I am sure it is a gamble. Fortunately for me, with 15+ P&O cruises and over 20 in total, I am pleased to say I have never had a table from hell. Sure, some have been better than others but I have never felt trapped or the need to change tables. On shortish cruises dining with the same companions certainly has its advantages, but after the 30th day, especially after a 5th consecutive sea day, conversation can become a little stilted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Peterson Posted April 12, 2019 #140 Share Posted April 12, 2019 5 hours ago, the english lady said: Maybe Docco has to have new people listen to him every night and how much he LOVES pando!!!!! You might be surprised to hear that on Azura A907 very recently the conversation on most evenings (and lunches for that matter) tended to centre on the inadequacies of P&O, and Azura in particular. People were pretty hacked off with the fact that none of the TV channels were working for several days, and that nothing was being done about it. They were also disappointed with the entertainment. The sewage smell on the Promenade Deck didn't exactly impress people either. The food, however, drew a lot of praise, and I'd go along with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britboys Posted April 12, 2019 #141 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Just now, wowzz said: On shortish cruises dining with the same companions certainly has its advantages, but after the 30th day, especially after a 5th consecutive sea day, conversation can become a little stilted! Yes, I can understand that. My longest cruise so far has been 17 nights, which was fine. The majority of my P&O cruises now are as a solo passenger and the thought of being with a new set of people every night - as well as at breakfast and/or lunch would fill me with dread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britboys Posted April 12, 2019 #142 Share Posted April 12, 2019 3 minutes ago, docco said: You might be surprised to hear that on Azura A907 very recently the conversation on most evenings (and lunches for that matter) tended to centre on the inadequacies of P&O, and Azura in particular. People were pretty hacked off with the fact that none of the TV channels were working for several days, and that nothing was being done about it. They were also disappointed with the entertainment. The sewage smell on the Promenade Deck didn't exactly impress people either. The food, however, drew a lot of praise, and I'd go along with that. For the sake of everybody else on the forum docco, PLEASE, PLEASE,PLEASE drop it and move on... 😫 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angel57 Posted April 12, 2019 #143 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Great thread. I love P&O because as a solo traveller i feel entirely comfortable being anywhere on the ship (be it bars or restaurants). I have done 2 world cruises and would never have had the courage to go to many places visited on my own, but on Aurora it was wonderful. I have made many lifelong friends. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arendale1 Posted April 12, 2019 #144 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Been onboard Ventura since lunch time and so far we’re all enjoying it. Cabins are fine, staff lovely and as first time P&O cruisers, we’re quite happy. Thumbs up for first impressions 👍 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emam Posted April 12, 2019 Author #145 Share Posted April 12, 2019 I'm sure they will keep on coming. Enjoy your cruise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britboys Posted April 12, 2019 #146 Share Posted April 12, 2019 All you have to do now is relax and enjoy! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyMichelle Posted April 12, 2019 #147 Share Posted April 12, 2019 3 hours ago, arendale1 said: Been onboard Ventura since lunch time and so far we’re all enjoying it. Cabins are fine, staff lovely and as first time P&O cruisers, we’re quite happy. Thumbs up for first impressions 👍 Fantastic. You seemed worried, glad you are enjoying it so far. Long may it continue. Have a great time, Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meka3256 Posted April 14, 2019 #148 Share Posted April 14, 2019 (edited) Some already mentioned, but my positives are: UK plugs Value for money - not 5 star but it is a good experience given what you pay Decent solo supplement in most cases Cinema (or films shown) Food is good UK departure I think it has a good range of entertainment - something for all ages Cocktail of the day Decent drinks prices Food availablity I think is some of the best - sometimes I want to have lunch at 3pm for example. Afternoon tea Edited April 14, 2019 by Meka3256 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vwgolf Posted April 15, 2019 #149 Share Posted April 15, 2019 I'm going to echo the comments about the stilton - it's always excellent. And if you have the cheek to ask, you can get it most nights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted April 15, 2019 #150 Share Posted April 15, 2019 On our last cruise on Arcadia the cheeseboard was kept on nearby window sills when not in use, totally uncovered. I'm not normall pernickety, but from a hygiene point of view I wasn't overly impressed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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