Rare Eglesbrech Posted May 30, 2019 #1 Share Posted May 30, 2019 What are the things that long term cruisers know about P&O that would help newer customers. I’m thinking about P&O specific hints as opposed to generic cruise information. For example 1. Someone kindly advised me on here that if you want a good seat at the Limelight cLub then book early, bookings tend to open 12 weeks prior to the cruise. 2. Your mini bar is full on arrival but your steward is happy to empty it for you if you want to use the fridge. 3. You can get the lovely Stilton on non formal nights but only if you ask for it. So what else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Presto2 Posted May 30, 2019 #2 Share Posted May 30, 2019 Off the top of my head: You can still have a starter, soup course, main, dessert and cheese / biscuits every evening even though the menu doesn't make it clear. Similarly, you can also have the after dinner port etc but we find you need to ask the wine waiter as they very rarely offer. If you are freedom dining you can still request a specific area / table but you will have to be prepared to wait until the table / area becomes available. Speciality restaurants are quite reasonably priced Like any cruise ship the walls are magnetic so it is useful to take a few magnets to put leaflets etc on the wall - or a good excuse to buy yet more fridge magnets (I have a weakness in that area!) You have the opportunity to fill in Outstanding Service forms for individuals. Staff receive these and some have told us that they are very much appreciated Sadly, you can no longer take unlimited bottles of wine on at any port but the 1 litre each of spirits per person is very generous You will have a kettle in your room and tea / coffee & biscuits will be replenished twice a day If you need decaf tea the tea bags are available in the buffet, though decaf coffee sachets are put in your cabin No need to adapters - the sockets are UK 3 pin Errrrr - not sure about any more now …... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daiB Posted May 30, 2019 #3 Share Posted May 30, 2019 Do not on any account happen to say you can’t decide on which sweet to have, you will end up with two. 😎 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Presto2 Posted May 30, 2019 #4 Share Posted May 30, 2019 That reminds me daiB, if you do want more ice cream with your dessert all you need to do is ask and you will probably have it every night after that ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bee-ess Posted May 30, 2019 #5 Share Posted May 30, 2019 Ask the Cabin Steward for 2 beach towels each as they are very small, once you have asked he will leave 2 each every day. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daiB Posted May 30, 2019 #6 Share Posted May 30, 2019 3 hours ago, Presto2 said: That reminds me daiB, if you do want more ice cream with your dessert all you need to do is ask and you will probably have it every night after that 😉 Correct but not sure it goes well with the cheese. 😎 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyMichelle Posted May 30, 2019 #7 Share Posted May 30, 2019 4 hours ago, daiB said: Do not on any account happen to say you can’t decide on which sweet to have, you will end up with two. 😎 Yes, I do this often, great way to get 2 puddings... Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyMichelle Posted May 30, 2019 #8 Share Posted May 30, 2019 I have a tip. Despite being told otherwise, if you are not happy with your dining arrangements, ask, they will do all they can to accommodate your request. Not so sure about changing from club to freedom, but if you are not happy with your table or time, just ask. We have seen this done successfully many times. Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denarius Posted May 30, 2019 #9 Share Posted May 30, 2019 If you order a bottle of wine at dinner but do not drink it all, the wine waiter will cork it and tag it with your cabin mumber, and give you a receipt. It will be brought to your table the following evening on production of the receipt. Works in Freedom as well as Club dining. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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