We have sailed on in excess of thirty voyages in various regions throughout the world, utilising many Lines and regularly sailing on 14 to 21 day-itineraries. Mr goldberg37 is aged 51, Mrs goldberg37 is aged 44. We have often championed P&O Australia to people asking us about cruise-experiences, but not this time.
Arrival at Circular Quay at 1PM for boarding of Pacific Aria started promisingly; very good traffic and pedestrian control immediately outside the ship, unlike the frequent chaos which defines this area whenever a ship is in port. Lots of porters about, too.
Check-in and boarding were reasonably efficient, we embarked at about 130PM.
Very good-sized balcony, but every breath and musical note from the Ocean Bar will carry into your cabin. Avoid this cabin completely.