Just what the doctor ordered

This was our first time with P&O and we certainly had a great relaxing holiday.

Our inside cabin was better than we were expecting. It was reasonably spacious and very comfortable. Our cabin steward changed at the first Malta. Both were very friendly and efficient. Service was great.

Oceana might be getting on in years, but she is in excellent condition. This really is down to the dedication of the crew. We found the size of ship and number of passengers to be just right.

All crew were friendly and couldn't do enough for you. Cant fault.

We dined at 20:30 on a table for 8. Whilst the food was very good, it was nothing outstanding. But we were always able to have an enjoyable meal. Our table companions were friendly. The staff were brilliant.

We found the entertainment to be fairly good and enjoyable. However, some of the venues i.e. the pub and outside venues had the volume turned up so much that it was impossible to think. We sat on the sofa's outside of the pub after dinner, which was about right.

We took a couple of organised tours. The sights were great. On one the guide was a complete waste of space which effectively ruined the tour. The other was better but no one had anticipated spending around a total of 5 hours sat on a coach. We did our own thing afterwards.

Things to improve - they must ensure that people do not "hog" the sun loungers all day. At times, especially on the sea days in particular, it was crazy. Reserved loungers everywhere but empty !!!!

We also found that there are just too many announcements. It was like being at a holiday camp at times. Take a lesson from Cunard on this please.

Overall

ship - excellent

cabin - excellent

food - very good

crew - amazing, a credit to all

Best bits - has to be the Suez Canal transit which was beyond expectations. Along with Venice. What a place to just wander around. Breathtaking.

A very enjoyable and relaxing cruise and holiday. Just what the doctor ordered.

inside cabin configured with double bed. Very comfortable. Loads of storage space and a good size bathroom and shower.
First time in an inside and wold certainly choose again.