P&O Arcadia Review – Is This Classic Cruise Ship Still Worth Sailing?
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Arcadia is a midsized and at present, although due to change in 2026, is an adults only cruise ship carrying just over 2,000 passengers.
The food on Arcadia was pretty good, especially in the traditional main dining room, the Meridian restaurant.
The atmosphere on board Arcadia is very much relaxed, traditional, and at present being an adult only ship, very calm because you won't find kids running around.
One of Arcadia's biggest selling points is her value for money.
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Is P&O Arcadia Still Worth Sailing in 2026? P&O Arcadia Ship Tour of Public Areas - https://youtu.be/NZfSR6K-OBU Thinking about booking a cruise on P&O Arcadia in 2026? In this honest P&O Arcadia review, we break down what the ship is like today — including the cabins, dining, entertainment, atmosphere, and whether the ship is still good value for money. Arcadia has long been known as an adults-only, mid-sized, traditional British cruise ship, offering a calmer and more classic experience compared to the newer mega-ships like P&O Iona and P&O Arvia. But with Arcadia set to open to families in late 2026, is she still worth sailing? In this review we cover: ✔️ Cabins & accommodation ✔️ Main dining rooms & buffet experience ✔️ Entertainment & bars ✔️ Atmosphere & demographics ✔️ Ship size & onboard facilities ✔️ Itineraries from Southampton ✔️ Value for money in 2025/2026 ✔️ What we loved — and what disappointed us Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned P&O fan, this guide will help you decide if P&O Arcadia deserves a spot on your 2026 cruise list. Please note that all opinions given are based on our personal experience. If you enjoyed this video please consider subscribing as it helps us and its free. Thank You https://www.youtube.com/@CruiseCornerLuci?sub_confirmation=1 ***************************************************************** V I D E O S T O W A T C H N E X T : Sky Princess Playlist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBk5jF28GKo&list=PLml1ms0gvCXrm74sUrRy6dkAXvcIR1M3m P&O Arvia Playlist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpaUw5mmJ3c&list=PLml1ms0gvCXoTbr2uciE9pSQjXmCT4WiF MSC Playlist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yW5NT8xPw5Y&list=PLml1ms0gvCXrTqsYmMMWnXDq_aBV82VIQ Thank you so much for watching and supporting us, as a new channel it means a lot. Fair winds and smooth sailings. Best wishes Kerrin & Luci x #POArcadia #POCruises #CruiseReview #CruiseVlog #ArcadiaReview #CruisingUK #SouthamptonCruise #CruiseTips #Travel2026 #CruiseLife #BritishCruising Links to other information about P&O opening up bookings to families:- https://sailawaymagazine.com/po-cruises-sparks-fury-after-opening-adult-only-ships-to-kids/ https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/25531766.p-o-cruises-refund-passengers-aurora-arcadia/ https://www.cruisetradenews.com/po-cruises-opens-up-arcadia-and-aurora-to-all-ages/#:~:text=%E2%80%9CArcadia%20and%20Aurora%20will%20continue,Mediterranean%20Discovery%20in%20August%202027.