Pacific Explorer Review
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Pacific Explorer is the latest old ship to be transformed by P&O Cruises Australia. Coming from the Princess fleet, this ship has had a remarkable transformation in the public areas. I was actually impressed with the ship, except in the cabin, where the only thing they had done was add a power socket for the Australian market.
The themed restaurants were visually appealing, the service was typical P&O, with the waiters doing the best they could in the situation they were presented with. Dragon Lady was half full, but passengers were told that the restaurant was full (because they have over capacity and can only handle so many people at once).
The food is probably the worst aspect of the whole cruise. However if you are prepared to pay, then the food is excellent. On the four nights we sampled "Salt experience at the Chef's table" "Shell and Bones" "Gradi 400" and of course Dragon Lady.
Cabin Review
Small but functional. Had twin bed setup which made the room appear slightly smaller. The bathroom was even small by today's standards. Cabins need updating across the fleet. The cabin didn't suffer from any noise, even though we were very close to the forward lifts. Actually the position was excellent. One deck up to the pool and bar, and easy access to everything on the ship.
If I went on Explorer again, and had a balcony cabin. I wouldn't hesitate to choose this one. I saw the mini suites and they looked much better than other mini suites on P&O.