Cruise from Southampton (UK) with P&O Cruises aboard the family friendly super liner - Ventura

With a history dating back to the 1830's, you could almost say that P&O invented cruising.

Building on this heritage with a strong commitment to innovation, P&O Cruises is proud to hold the title of Britain's leading cruise line.

Ventura is the largest cruise ship ever designed and built for the British market perfect for families, couples and those new to cruising.

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More about Ventura:

Ventura is the largest cruise ship ever designed and built for the British market. She is the embodiment of generous space, freedom and choice, distinctive luxury and style. Bespoke, chic, fun and imaginative, this family-friendly ship is an inspired choice. Opportunities for fun, range from a 3D cinema and digital Scalextric to bungee trampolining or stilt-walking at her circus school. While moments of relaxation are abound with a luxurious spa and an array of tempting bars, cafés and restaurants at every turn. And let’s not forget the wonderful destinations and adventures to be found along the way.

Best of British Design:
Built to inspire, Ventura leads the way in terms of design and innovation. Commissioning the very best British artists and designers, this stylish superliner unleashes the imagination and is a showcase for over 7,000 works of contemporary British art and features special cruises hosted by Tate Modern experts.

Dining with Marco Pierre White:
Dining experiences on board are enticing and varied. Passengers are able to enjoy anything from relaxed family meals in The Beach House to exclusive and romantic dining beneath the stars. Plus, with Marco Pierre White working so closely with our skilled chefs on board, the cuisine is  first-class.

One of the most pleasurable parts of discovering new places and cultures is sampling the cuisine. On Ventura, passengers quite literally have a world of options as they glide from one destination to another. From The White Room, styled around the city hotels of Venice and Florence, to Pan-Pacific dishes in East, and sociable tapas in Ramblas, Ventura’s restaurants offer an array of options.

Tailored for families:
Ventura makes the perfect family holiday destination. In fact, her children’s clubs and facilities make her a little like a floating playground. Ventura’s Youth Crew help Mums and Dads to strike the balance between some quality family time and some well-earned moments to themselves. Imaginatively designed spaces and activities have children’s eyes lighting up at every turn. From the latest gaming consoles and a Rock School for teens to a ball pool and Noddy for little ones, Ventura ensures smiles all round.

Well being in waves:
Ventura’s luxurious spa offers an exclusive range of treatments to pamper, rejuvenate and revive, while her warming thermal suite soothes those tired legs after a day exploring ashore. An endless pool with a forceful jet to swim against provides an invigorating dip. There is an expansive gymnasium to help you stay active and toned, while a promenade deck combines great views with a gentle stroll or brisk walk. In fact, Ventura has everything you could need to feel truly revived and restored.