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P&O Britannia cruise ship - ALL the premium dining, Spa and Retreat REVIEWED!

Visit With Us (Rich and Helen)
Visit With Us (Rich and Helen)
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πŸ‘οΈ 91K viewsπŸ“… 8 years ago⏱️ 14:23

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Editorial Summary

The creators evaluate whether it is possible to achieve a small luxury ship experience while sailing on the massive P&O Britannia. They begin by addressing their initial apprehension regarding the ship's high passenger capacity and potential for crowds. The review covers various aspects of the voyage, including cabin accommodations, which they found well-designed despite a narrow balcony and occasional propeller vibration. The creators detail their dining experiences, noting a disappointing meal at the main restaurant but praising specialty venues like Sindhu, The Glass House, and the high-end Epicurean. They also explore premium amenities, specifically highlighting The Retreat as a tranquil, six-star sanctuary that successfully shielded them from the busier areas of the ship. While they enjoyed the spa and the intimate Limelight Club, they noted challenges with crowded entertainment venues and the quality of onboard coffee. Ultimately, the creators conclude that while the ship is large and can feel crowded, spending extra money on premium services allows passengers to create a luxury illusion. They found the overall value to be good despite the additional costs incurred for specialty dining and amenities.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Britannia
A Nibble
All-time creator consensus for Britannia
A Nibble

This review is in line with the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsFull Ship ReviewπŸ…Authority Creator
Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the meal we had there was bland and devoid of any flourishes flavor or seasoning

sindhu the Indian restaurant was one of the highlights a suitably themed venue staffed by people that really pay attention to you

the retreat lies at the top of the ship right at the front shielded from the throng by some hefty wooden doors

the fact that we were leaving France apart within the European Union just after the brexit boat in such a brazen and colorful way

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book the retreat package for a quiet luxury experience
βœ“Arrive early for theater shows to secure seats
βœ“Consider specialty dining for better quality meals

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Claustrophobia on large ships β€” Use the retreat and specialty venues to create a small-ship illusion

Questions This Creator Answers

QCan you have a luxury experience on a large mass market family ship?
QIs P&O Britannia worth the cost for premium services?

Topics Covered

Dining Specialty3 Happy BaconValue Pricing1Β½ Sad BaconCabin Balcony1 Sad BaconEntertainment Shows2 Sad BaconPool Deck2Β½ Happy BaconSpa Fitness3Β½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity2Β½ Sad Bacon
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