P&O Ventura Embarkation Day… We Didn’t Expect This
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That was absolutely super speedy. Yep, I think it's got to be one of the fastest embarkations we've ever had.
We were quite surprised cuz it was very empty. Nobody in the security queues, nobody in the checking queues.
We've made it into our first ever P&O balcony cabin, and wow, we are really impressed.
The team came rushing out and did a great performance, lots of energy, lots of fun. We really enjoyed the sail away party.
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Welcome aboard P&O Ventura… and this is not your average embarkation day. In this video, we take you through the full embarkation experience on one of the UK’s most popular cruise ships. From arrival at the port to stepping on board, first impressions, and those all-important first moments that set the tone for the entire cruise. We’re sharing exactly what surprised us, what impressed us, and what you need to know before sailing on P&O Ventura. If you’re planning your first cruise, returning to P&O Cruises, or wondering whether Ventura still holds up in modern cruising, this is for you. 👉 Seabreeze@438 Limited Time Discount Code: TomAndDomTravel https://stayseabreeze.co.uk/home As a UK cruise couple, we focus on real experiences, honest opinions, and what cruising actually feels like in 2026. EXPECT: • Full embarkation process step by step • First impressions of P&O Ventura • What surprised us most • Honest thoughts from the moment we boarded • Tips for your own embarkation day We’re Tom and Dom Travel, and we’re redefining what modern cruising looks like. Subscribe for stylish cruise content, honest reviews, and real experiences from ships around the world. P&O Ventura Standard Balcony B227 Tour and Review - https://youtu.be/_g7VYa_tjtI P&O Ventura COMPLETE Ship Tour and Guide! - https://youtu.be/_iPAR0X1xLg P&O Aurora Sea Day - https://youtu.be/2xlQXtjTHUY P&O Ventura is a lively, modern cruise ship that blends family-friendly fun with grown-up relaxation, making it a favourite for UK cruisers. Launched in 2008 and named by Dame Helen Mirren, Ventura was built by Fincantieri and comes in at over 116,000 tons, carrying roughly 3,000 guests across its spacious decks. The ship stretches nearly 290 metres and features an impressive collection of more than 7,000 pieces of British artwork, giving it a unique character from the moment you step on board. Entertainment is at the heart of the Ventura experience. The two-deck Arena Theatre hosts West End-style productions, comedians, live music, and movie screenings. The Tamarind Club offers a vibrant atmosphere with colourful, exotic design, while Havana becomes the late-night hotspot for dancing and live bands. For relaxation, the Oasis Spa delivers a luxurious escape with thermal rooms, heated loungers, and premium treatments. Guests can enjoy four pools, including one with a retractable roof, along with a large gym, sports courts, and golf nets. Dining on Ventura offers delicious variety. The main dining rooms Bay Tree, Saffron, and Cinnamon serve classic favourites, while specialty venues like Sindhu, The Epicurean, The Beach House, and The Glass House provide flavour from around the world, from Indian cuisine to molecular gastronomy and expertly paired wines. Casual bites are always available at the Waterside buffet, the pizzeria, and the poolside grill. We are Tom and Dom and we experienced our first cruise on the MSC Virtuosa during her UK staycation cruises in 2021.Our mission is provide a fair and balanced review of our travels. We look at the types of food that is available onboard, from main dining rooms, room service, buffets and pool side snacks. We include menus for each of cruises so that we can share the selection of drinks and meals that are available. Entertainment onboard a cruise ship is important to us and we enjoy theatre production shows, live music, quizzes and game shows. We love to explore different ports and destinations and enjoy sharing tips and tricks so that you can make the most of each port. We often explore ports independently but also book excursions that are interesting to us. Join our CRUISE CHAT Facebook group 👉 https://m.facebook.com/groups/728759168363809/?ref=share Support us and receive exclusive benefits! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/tomanddomtravel/membership We have created a list of our cruise essentials. These are items we take with us when we travel, and we hope they may be useful to you. We have also added a Wine list which contains some of the wines we have tried whilst cruising. Check out our Amazon Store to find out more 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/tomanddomtravel Playlists Cunard Queen Anne Spain and Portugal October 2024 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIWn2FRb_yWwYNhxCGCYYp-gLxde_dJrc Please like, subscribe and comment, it really does make a difference and allows our channel to grow. Thank you! You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter! You can find our Socials on https://linktr.ee/tomanddomtravel #tomanddomtravel #pandocruises #pocruises #cruise #cruiselife #cruisevlog #cruisevacation #cruiseship #cruisetravel #cruisetips #cruiselovers #cruisejourney