P&O Ventura Cruise Reviews for Fitness to Europe - Eastern Mediterranean

4.0 / 5.0
851 reviews
Photo Credit: Mieleidjdjdjfhf
Photo Credit: Shaynes1993
Glass house
Photo Credit: loopyloulou666
Welcome champagne and chocolates
Photo Credit: loopyloulou666
See all photos
Cruiser Rating
4.1
Very Good
42 reviews
Ratings by category
Cabins
Dining
Entertainment

Filters

1-10 of 42 P&O Ventura Cruise Reviews for Fitness to Europe - Eastern Mediterranean


Such a disappointment and total waste of money

Review for a Mediterranean Cruise on Ventura

User Avatar
Jedi61
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

It had been a long held dream to sail to Santorini ................ Unfortunately we did not get to see Santorini or Mykonos on this cruise (the whole reason why we booked the cruise) and of course no one can argue with the forces of nature that were blowing through the Greek Islands at that time - but there was no comparable alternative offered. Just an extra day at sea (in the safe knowledge ...
Read More

Sail Date: September 2018

Cabin Type: Outside Twin with Balcony and Shower


The Most Disappointing Cruise I've Ever Been On

Review for a Mediterranean Cruise on Ventura

User Avatar
alginon
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

P+O have certainly dropped their standards no doubt in search of greater profits that come at the expense of their passengers. We have been on several P+O cruises before and was always reasonably satisfied but this one was bad from start to finish. We missed three ports out of the seven scheduled stops and had only half a day instead of a full day in Zante, I appreciate that the weather ...
Read More

Sail Date: September 2018


Pleasantly surprised by this lovely ship!

Review for a Europe - All Cruise on Ventura

User Avatar
Presto2
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

Having sailed on Oceana and Britannia we decided to give Ventura a go on a 17 day cruise to the Greek Islands. We were worried before we went, having read some pretty grim reviews of the ship but came away having enjoyed our cruise overall. Here are the plus points and areas that we felt needed some attention. Plus points: • The staff overall were probably the friendliest bunch we have ever ...
Read More

Sail Date: August 2017


Beautiful Ship

Review for a Europe - British Isles & Western Cruise on Ventura

User Avatar
Janelangan
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

We chose the Ventura after going on a mini break in 2016 to Bruges. There was a group of six including three elderly people. The whole experience for all of us was first class from the time we arrived at the dock until we departed. The food was first class as was the entertainment and the hospitaity we received was out of this world. Everyone was so attentive and helpful. The ...
Read More

Sail Date: June 2017

Cabin Type: Junior Mini Suite with Balcony and Bath/Shower


Good & Bad Points

Review for a Europe - All Cruise on Ventura

User Avatar
glamrock
2-5 Cruises • Age 80s

Have cruised with P&O in the past and wanted another cruise to the Mediterranean. Generally we prefer the smaller to mid sized ships and now that we have sailed on Ventura we still hold that view! It's quite a difficult ship to navigate around, a view shared by other passengers, and for a large ship it did seem to suffer quite a lot of movement, even though seas generally very calm. Our ...
Read More

Sail Date: June 2017

Cabin Type: Outside Twin with Shower


Tired but still excellent.

Review for a Europe - All Cruise on Ventura

User Avatar
Happy nanny Lin
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

Port choice very good, the ship needs a refit but she I still very good.The staff are amazing, the baytree restaurant superb.We went to Marco Pierre White restaurant for a special meal it passed beyond expectations.The choice of food and the service amazing.The cruise was excellent , no problems at all,.Our cabin a superior balcony was brilliant plenty of space.Bed more comfortable than our own. ...
Read More

Sail Date: June 2017

Cabin Type: Family Suite with Balcony and Bath/Shower


Ship ready for refit

Review for a Europe - British Isles & Western Cruise on Ventura

User Avatar
Woodywotnot
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

Itinerary suited us, good mix of sea days and port days. Ship now looking tired, damaged and torn seats and leaks from ceilings in public areas and marked and damaged fittings in cabin, although the ship was spotlessly clean. Ship didn't seem to have the atmosphere it usually did, cabin steward and waiters didn't seem to have time to talk. Most days we were waiting for food in the buffet ...
Read More

Sail Date: May 2017


About Time

Review for a Mediterranean Cruise on Ventura

User Avatar
Broadhurstbob
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

About Time We have cruised with P&O many times, it was our first trip on Ventura although we were familiar with the layout having cruised on Azura and some Princess ships. This cruise was mainly to visit Greece and some of the Greek islands, but also included Ibiza and Gibraltar. The itinerary had changed twice, Turkey was swapped for Rhodes. The order of ports was changed this meant that we ...
Read More

Sail Date: May 2017

Cabin Type: Junior Mini Suite with Balcony and Bath/Shower


Beware of the mini bar charges!!

Review for a Europe - All Cruise on Ventura

User Avatar
Speedqueen66
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

Went on this cruise as we wanted to visit the Greek islands. Good embarkation at Southampton. Ports were good. Quite a few children onboard but not too bad. Dining on freedom and had good waiters and food. Entertainment, good but day activities were mainly geared around the spa! Not our scene. Sadly no port lecturer, just listen to it on the tv! Shore experience was very good ...
Read More

Sail Date: April 2017


Very Good but in Need of Improvements

Review for a Europe - Eastern Mediterranean Cruise on Ventura

User Avatar
my@spark
6-10 Cruises • Age 40s

We went on Ventura for our yearly cruise with 4 children under 11. We arrived at Southampton around 10 am. . It was a smooth embarkation with at least a 2 hr wait. Which wasn't the best for our 2 yr old daughter, but there was space for her to play. We went through security nicely and easily . When we boarded the ship we went up to the waterside(buffet)which was good for children but not a lot of ...
Read More

Sail Date: August 2016

Cabin Type: Outside Twin with Balcony and Shower

Traveled with children


Find a Ventura Cruise

Any Month
Other Cruise Style Reviews for Ventura Cruises to the Eastern Mediterranean
Ventura Cruise Reviews for Senior Cruises to the Eastern Mediterranean
Ventura Cruise Reviews for Senior Cruises to the Eastern Mediterranean

Get special cruise deals, expert advice, insider tips and more.By proceeding, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

© 1995—2024, The Independent Traveler, Inc.