Having read quite a few negative reviews and comments about Britannia in her first few months of operation, we set off on our journey to Southampton with open minds, determined to try her for ourselves and to have a great cruise. We were not disappointed! There is a lot that P&O have got right with Britannia.

First, let's get the little "niggles" out of the way. In our stateroom, grade HF Balcony, there was only one set of bedside drawers - so - put your underwear somewhere else! There was no bedside light, only lighting that stretched right across the back of the bed - so - take a tiny torch so you don't wake your sleeping partner up by having to put the lights on. You can easily get lost on your first few days - it's a big ship for heavens sake - you more than likely will get lost. However:-

The staterooms are well decorated with comfortable beds, a large, wall mounted, flat screen TV and, in our stateroom, two full length mirrors. The shower is larger than most with glass surround rather than a shower curtain and it has two very useful shelves inside, as well as a ledge which is useful to put a foot on to be able to wash your feet! Most of the public rooms are beautifully decorated with well chosen furniture and furnishings. We particularly liked the Crow's Nest, the Crystal Room and the Atrium. We never failed to get a seat in the Horizon buffet or the Costa coffee shop. We enjoyed all our food on Britannia and the service was excellent. Read more