I would like to say this is second time with p&o and would recommend them. Before I went I did read some reviews on Ventura but don't take everything to heart. but I feel I wanted to address some things that were said. all the staff on board were polite no matter where you met them. and couldn't do enough for you. we ate dinner in bay tree and waiters and food was excellent. and we went to buffet during day and sometimes we did have to share a table but this is how to get to know people. and yes we did go wrong way sometimes but we weren't on our own but it adds to the fun. the shows were always good and saw some good comedians as well. so do not be put off by reviews, go and make your own minds up. from Sue a very happy traveller who will be cruising with p&o next year