P&O Arvia Cruise - 2 weeks onboard (part 1)

Here’s the biiiiig one! Well, part 1 of 2 at least! Here’s our FULL experience on P&O’s newest ship, Arvia, and our 2 week cruise onboard this, a Mediterranean cruise from Southampton U.K.
I am going to show you a summary of the embarkation process, a brief look at our controversial cabin, all restaurants and meals experienced, all bars and drinks sampled, the rope course and walking the plank, entertainment, the fab all new swim up bar, how we spent each port day independently with loads of tips and suggestions for you (La Coruña, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Marseille, Cádiz) plus our excursion from La Spezia Italy to Lucca.
If you agreed to be on camera during the cruise, make sure you watch to find yourselves and drop your comments below to say hi!
This is part 1 of 2 so make yourself comfy, grab a drink and some nibbles, and let’s spend 2 weeks together cruising!
You can also follow me on Instagram and Twitter @travelblogjamie, facebook ‘jamiewrobins’, and my website ‘travelblogjamie.com.’
In this vlog I also feature luggage and an organiser set gifted by level8cases which is a luxury luggage brand. I only ever showcase a product if I’ve trialled it and this one is excellent. If you want to purchase any products from level8cases.com you can get a 10% discount using my code ‘Jamie10’. Here’s a link to those products! bit.ly/43FAuFd Enjoy!
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[@PlayerWellKnown]

I booked to go on the Arvia (not until next summer) for my first ever cruise with the family. As I always do, I get a bit obsessive and do loads of research. I have to say, these two long videos you’ve done are the absolute best coverage of Arvia on KZbin. I absolutely love your presenting style. Keep up the good work!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh I’m so so chuffed to read this!! Thank you soooo much 🙏🙏🙏

[@DouglasBaird]

I LOVED Arvia

[@coplenpc1427]

Which date are as were going this summer

[@Adam_D_F]

This video is one of the main reasons we have booked our first cruise ever and on Arvia for July 2024. Thank you Jamie.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh I really hope you enjoy it!!

[@tranquilitypeace42]

It was great to relive our time on Arvia. We only got back from same cruise on Sunday. It was our honeymoon. We loved it. Looking forward to view all your other videos. Thank you ❤

[@tasospapanastasiou4240]

Thank you! We are going on the Arvia 29 Sept for 13 nights to Marseille! Very helpful! Really looking forward to this cruise coming up to my 70th birthday!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Very welcome - have a great time and birthday!

[@brt5273]

I thought I was just going skip and skim through this but I ended up watching both parts in full. Highly informative and entertaining. Subscribed!🥰

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Ha!! It looks really intimidating when you see a watch time like that doesn’t it but I really appreciate you watching in full! I’m loving making these longer blogs - I think it’s my thing now ❤️

[@shellyford1981]

I am really glad that you did one without doing celebration night as my other half really doesn't want to wear a tie and jacket. this makes me feel so much happier knowing you can go to other. areas of the ship. Thank you all your VLOGS have helped me know more about out ship IONA and look at others we may do on in the future x

[@TravelBlogJamie]

You are very welcome 🙏 I don’t always want to dress up!

[@CameronWalker-rj2if]

Can you tell me more about what happens at gala.night thanks 😂

[@TravelBlogJamie]

It’s the biiiiiig 1 of 2! You are coming with us on a 2 week Mediterranean cruise!

[@TheJuanAndOnly]

I'm going on Arvia at the end of May, can't wait:)

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@TheJuanAndOnly have a great time

[@paulchapman1986]

@@TravelBlogJamie Great video my pal + other so looking forward to their trip. We go to Lucca 3 x or so a year and have been going for years - never sicken of the City. Take care P.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@paulchapman1986 you too Paul

[@cornishfudge39]

Wow great review… lots of info. Just what I needed. I am new to this✨

[@user-im7vp6qs6i]

Thankyou Jamie for another fun and interesting video, can't wait to see part 2

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thank you so much 😊

[@juliaford8462]

So good I watched it twice! Thanks for another great vlog, Jamie. Looking forward to pt 2. xx

[@TravelBlogJamie]

On wow thank you so much!! That’s a lot of your life! 😂

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Part 2 on Wednesday

[@JadeBrookes]

Love this so much Jamie! and I cannot get over that swim up bar! Crazy! 😆

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh my faaaaaav spot ❤️❤️❤️

[@ginabunny1837]

Brilliant as always. Thank you. Xx

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thank you soooo much ❤

[@kimlarwood6660]

Brilliant, so informative the best blog I’ve seen, can’t wait to go on Arvia

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Ah thank you so much ☺️

[@user-dt4vy2xm6x]

So interesting and I love the back ground music. Another great blog!!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Maffoo music ❤️

[@pauline__dickson]

Another great vlog full of fun, frolics, fizz and facts; we're looking forward to part 2. I cannot wait to get on board Arvia, it looks as amazing as Iona was but with some lovely differences. Thank you Jesus, sorry, Jamie!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh frolics too 😂 Glad you enjoyed ❤️

[@sallyrobinson4626]

Loved watching you thanks for all your tips 🎉

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thanks Sally ❤️❤️❤️

[@SabrinaLockyer]

I watch this video everyday I literally love it although my cruise is in almost 2 years😅

[@TravelBlogJamie]

This makes me soooo happy 😊

[@CarlaFurness-pm7en]

Love love love it can’t wait for part two now. And making me more excited for my trip on Arvia and our first ever cruise !!!Which isn’t till November 😆😫 X

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Ooof a little while off - but the excitement can build right now!

[@jamespage9915]

Great Vlog! My wife and I were on the Iona (visiting the Norwegian Fjords) for the Easter break. This was our first ever cruise and have been converted the cruise life.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh wow 🤩 what a way to start your cruising life!!

[@tommyd6772]

We have just booked this cruise ... Thanks for the video ! Very helpful.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Hope you have a great time 👍👍👍

[@Merritt7278]

Very cool vlog, doing this exact cruise next year, going on Acadia in 2 weeks to Norway, Iceland and Ireland. Cheers for the vlog

[@TravelBlogJamie]

You’re very welcome and I hope you have a great time!

[@marecianoble5826]

Great as always

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thank you - really kind of you 🙏

[@Diana-ct1se]

Would love to go on Arvia. Iona was so amazing and Arvia looks even better. The food looks great. Maybe next year.... Thanks for the great video.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Very Welcome 🙏

[@maino9752]

I was on this exact cruise. Need to try and spot myself! I did see you on there filming, and here it is!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Ta daaaaa!!! 😂

[@Aprillass]

Great to see bits of the ship and towns we didn’t get to . Will definitely try keel and cow next time.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh the keel and cow is one of our favs!!

[@EmmaSandy-fx4ct]

Brilliant vlog Jamie 😂 so funny too

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thanks so much Emma

[@ScottAndersonphoto]

Thanks for La Coruna tips! Will walk the prom, old town, and then head to beach, and then cut back to ship! 🙂

[@TravelBlogJamie]

No problem 😌

[@watermelon2223]

Great video mate you're a real laugh 😎

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thaaaaank you

[@cherylleng6697]

Where have you been all my life :) Thank you for this video x we are doing our first cruise on Arvia in Feb x

[@TravelBlogJamie]

I’m here, Cheryl!! Don’t forget part 2 😉 Hope you have the best time!

[@russellbenton2987]

Haven’t been on a cruise since pandemic . You’ve put me in the mood again ! Usually do Royal Caribbean , Celebrity and Princess . Interesting to see how P&O compares . Ahh the famous mushroom stalks from Caroleandpaul

[@TravelBlogJamie]

I had those mushroom stalks a few years back and they were actually as advertised and a good size! These recent ones were pitiful 😂

[@Travellifewithlucy]

Love this vlog!! feel sorry for the passengers that are more worried about what other people are doing than enjoying their own holiday 🤣keep being you 🤗

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Imagine being that person 😂😂😂 Thanks so much for your positivity ❤️

[@kevgraham72]

Love this review we were on arvia last year now rebooked on prom deck as didn't see the issue with those cabins

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Same - it’s great! 👍

[@sarahdon3165]

Can’t wait for my cruise on Arvia next year now ❤❤

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Hope you enjoy!

[@henryv3943]

Brilliant video Jamie and Mathew. Really informative. I'm concerned about how much you're eating though especially with the midnight snacks in your cabin. I suppose if all else fails you can both take up Sumo wrestling 🤣 Can't wait for part 2. TT4 now

[@TravelBlogJamie]

I take eating to the next level in the next part on the last night 😂

[@user-dv4zj9xu2f]

We are sailing on this cruise in 18 days. Thanks for a great video Jamie. Can't find part 2 yet. Look forward to that one.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Released just a few hours ago ❤️❤️❤️

[@user-dv4zj9xu2f]

Thanks Jamie. Another great watch.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@user-dv4zj9xu2f thank youuu 🙏

[@user-tq9uw1wh9b]

Jamie, you could easily pass as John Hillerman's relative..like his grandson or close relative, good ole Magnum PI. Mat is handsome and so sweet... perfect partner and side kick I would say. great vlog you guys!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thank you 🙏

[@user-lw6dy3gj1u]

My sister is going on this cruise 28th May for her birthday. I really wish i had seen this for mine too. I am so jealous now. So much so that I even thought of surprising her and coming in it too. Not to be though as we have to work. I havent really watched a blog before but this will be my new thing from now on! Love this video😊

[@TravelBlogJamie]

That’s so kind of you to say! Thank you and hope your sister has a great time ❤️

[@Mollylife-6666]

We were also on this same cruise so brought back lovely memories ❤I agree always got a sun bed no problem either , food was lovely everywhere we went , we were on deck 11 , great ports , always love Palma , we went on tour to Portofino at La Spezia which was fab , thanks for fantastic video and memories Xxxxxx we are on Ventura in the summer

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh we nearly did Portofino!! Was it definitely worth it?

[@Mollylife-6666]

@@TravelBlogJamie yes so nice we went about 10 years ago So stunning Try and go if ever your near again x

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@Mollylife-6666 will do!

[@cafsixtieslover]

We are doing the same cruise next summer. Really looking forward to it.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Enjoy!

[@SherwoodRobyn]

Looking forward to part 2 ❤

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thank youuuu 🙏 Hope you enjoyed part 1!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Wednesday for part 2!

[@pauline__dickson]

Going to watch this series again to give us excursion ideas/port info as we're now able to book shores excursions for next year !

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Hoorah!!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Let me know what you decide on

[@notimetomess]

Hello. So done alot of cruises but doing this ship in the med at end of may. This will be my first cruise since cov19 pandemic. Having watched both of your videos really dose worry me about the cut backs p&o are making. Really didn't think much to the shows you seen. Lovely video my only fault on it would of been lovely to see the kids club and kids splash part. And would been great to see more of your ports of calls.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thanks for feedback

[@beautifulscotland7443]

Very good video- we are doing the same cruise next June which we can’t wait! The arvia looks fantastic

[@TravelBlogJamie]

She’s a great ship and I hope you enjoy

[@beautifulscotland7443]

@@TravelBlogJamie look forward to part 2 tomorrow

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@beautifulscotland7443 thank youuu ❤️

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@beautifulscotland7443 it’s liiiiiive!

[@tonynewman1694]

Great video and can't wait to our Carribbean back to Southampton 👍😁♥️

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thank you 🙏 You’re going to have a great cruise!

[@tonynewman1694]

@@TravelBlogJamie we will defo 👍😁. Outside cabin this time 😁😁

[@tonynewman1694]

@@TravelBlogJamie what cabin do you on your Xmas cruise ?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@tonynewman1694 a standard balcony cabin from memory

[@am-yu6jo]

Fab. Thank you Jamie. I’m on board in 6 days 🎉

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Have fuuuun

[@BChecker56]

Fantastic video👏👏👏👏

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thank you so much 😊

[@davidmottram7298]

I've just one thing to say about this Vlog. AWSOME

[@TravelBlogJamie]

😂😂😂

[@TravelBlogJamie]

I love this comment ❤️

[@charliestapleton5226]

Loved the vlog! Always remember… nobody pays your bills!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

🙏🙏🙏

[@michellegornall2704]

So informative and sometimes funny 😉You really are an influencer Jamie. Booked our 3rd cruise 😎.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh my gosh I’m officially an influencer 😱😱😱

[@michellegornall2704]

Haha I’m afraid so 😂

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@michellegornall2704 yikes 😬

[@aprilbradley5438]

Just watched amazing me my mum and my brother are going on it next September for 2 weeks we can't wait

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Ah brilliant! Hope you have a great time

[@aprilbradley5438]

@@TravelBlogJamie I'm going to video everything and post everything at ports

[@lornaandrewes3611]

We always have nibbles with a drink in the evening… we call it dribbles, as in drink and nibbles.6pm, dribble time

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Love it 😍

[@suerichardson5141]

Great vlog Jamie very informative really good to see the ports👏👌. Haven’t been abroad since 2019 so wondered if you used euros or credit cards mostly. Many thanks

[@TravelBlogJamie]

We used credit card nearly everywhere but some euros for market stalls and the odd small independent place

[@kateandjon2]

When will the Epic Arvia ship tour be released ppplllleeeaaaassssee?? Ps thanks for taking all that time out your last day to do it 😀 👍

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh this Sunday!! Oh yeh it’s super boring filming it but worth it when done 😂😂😂

[@Blah-blah-blah79]

Yes Jamie another cracking upload. I just want to say thank you for uploading in the best resolution, it really makes a huge difference when watching. Loving the positive vibes coming from your uploads. Safe travels 🛳️

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thank you so much 😊 Appreciate it!

[@alexandrawordy]

Watched last night, thanks Jamie, awesome as always 😊 Roll on part 2! Waiting!! 😉

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@alexandrawordy thank you soooo much ❤️

[@BBUMBLE1]

I am going on the 23rd of July, I work for Disney cruise line but this is my first cruise as a guest I am so excited

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh enjoy!! I’m looking forward to being back on DCL next month ❤️

[@BBUMBLE1]

@@TravelBlogJamie oh amazing which ship will you be on ☺️

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@BBUMBLE1 Disney Wish

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Hey everyone - so so sorry I missed the premiere with you - work overtook! Please from your Qs below for me and I’ll answer asap ❤

[@martinrogers3723]

I’m enjoying this vlog as I am off on the same itinerary in May. I am travelling in a solo cabin , I’m a bit nervous as it’s the first time cruising on my own. The last i sailed it was on Britannia with my late wife.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Sorry to hear about your news, Martin. There are daily solo meets as you’ll be aware and it’s so easy to share tables in the MDR if you want. I’ve sailed solo on occasion and always someone to talk to if you want. I’m sure it’ll be fine l, as sad as the situation. Take care and let me know how you get on!

[@annettehughes8762]

@@TravelBlogJamieI too am going solo at the end of June and was pleased to read that there are daily solo meets. I found this brilliant on my last Princess cruise. Thoroughly enjoyed part 1 - will now watch part 2. Thanks

[@michaelsavage5618]

Love your blogs dude , have you any MSC cruises coming up . I’m booked on Euribia in December . 1st time Cruiser !! Lol

[@TravelBlogJamie]

I’ll be back on Virtuosa this September 🙌🙌🙌

[@katyowen155]

Hi Jamie, love your blog. I wondered if you found the horizon buffet was always really busy, with queues. As I'm bringing my daughter and 2 young grandchildren, we were planning on going to the buffet for a lot of our meals, as they are both really fussy eaters. The other restaurants looked great! Could you get pancakes at the MDR, at breakfast? 😅

[@TravelBlogJamie]

You can get pancakes at mdr, buffet and quays, plus 6th street diner. I didn’t eat in the buffet at all after our experience kn this vlog but on passing through for lunch it was very doable. For breakfast, variable depending on times. For dinner, some of the food stations less busy.

[@thelonecruiser423]

Hi Jamie, hope you're well and enjoying your Arvia Cruise! I'm on her for a med cruise at the back-end of her season this year, and am impressed by 'The Keel & Cow' Breakfast! I don't think they had it on Iona, when I went on her. Do you know if it's new and exclusive to Arvia, or if they're going to move it across to Iona as well?, it would be lovely calm addition to both!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

I believe it is also now operating on Iona ! A friend posted some pics of this. It was a welcome break the norm and v nice food!

[@tarajellis1777]

Arvia looks fabulous Jamie except for the long queues in the buffet. I think this is your best vlog yet.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

I avoided the buffet after that visit 😂 Thank you for your lovely comments and glad you enjoyed!

[@carolr9301]

Great part 1, nice to have over 1 hr blog. I enjoyed 9 m swell going down to Tenerife, love rocking and rolling. Shame about your experience in the Limelight Club. That was not my experience of it. So different. I stole the coaster from 6th Street Diner. 😂 Love all the dining choices. Arvia is fabulous. I am amazed by Keel and Cow breakfast, didn’t even think about having breakfast there. I adore Eggs Benedict. Lovely menu. Look forward to part 2.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@carolr9301 oh 9 metre swells would have been awesome 😎 it was far too calm 😂

[@carolr9301]

Crossing the Atlantic there was a lot of hoo ha about the sunbeds. The sun was always on the port side each day and you couldn’t get a sunbed on the sunny side and there were a lots of hogging, getting up early to put your towels on. There were always sunbeds available on the dark side

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@carolr9301 that’s disappointing to hear

[@laReidy]

Great review thank you so much 😊. Going on our first cruise, on Arvia, July 2024 to the Med. Please can I ask, in your opinion, how easy it would be to take a mobility scooter on and off the boat for excursions??

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Lots of people with mobility scooters on excursions but always check that the excursion is accessible / there’s somewhere for the scooter before booking ❤️

[@TheSpanishChannel]

Ay ay ayyyyy

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Síííí

[@bipin.greatvideo.theporklo3827]

Fantastic video guys I am a new subscriber. I am sending my parents on this cruise they have never been on a cruise and are elderly do you think they will be ok . Great videos keep it up well done

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thank you 🙏 I know a LOT of elderly people who will ONLY cruise for holidays 😂

[@amybearr]

We're sailing Arvia on the 30th, can't wait!!! Our first cruise so any tips appreciated 😄😄

[@TravelBlogJamie]

I’m really hoping this vlog and part 2 will give you loooooads of ideas ❤️ Definitely check out my vlog about the my holiday ‘app’ (web page) as this can be a massive help getting what you want on the cruise. Onboard I loved the keel and cow, crows nest, rope course and swim up bar

[@gerardmackay8909]

Get organised the day you board and book things you’d like to do early (you can always cancel if you change your mind)

[@poamis]

7 weeks till I go on Arvia this video was great

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Very welcome and hope you enjoy!

[@poamis]

​@@TravelBlogJamieThanks 👍 and these videos have made me even more excited

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@poamis expensive habit!!

[@jaynemorris7600]

Sun bum 🤔 wasn’t that sun burn 😂 great video thanks have another one to my list of favourites alongside cruise monkeys x

[@TravelBlogJamie]

On thank you so much 😊

[@user-ti4gn6fd3i]

Loving this review. Getting us excited for our Arvia cruise 3 Sept this year. When can we expect part 2 ?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thank you 🙏 Next one next Saturday ❤️

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Actually, I’ve been organised so it’ll be with you on Wednesday

[@user-ti4gn6fd3i]

@@TravelBlogJamie Best news of the day 😁, can’t wait til Wednesday

[@daisycharles440]

Thank you .....Jamie, fabulous, lol at the orange mask, when is part two ? 😊

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Part two hopefully next Saturday 🙏 I’ve started editing…eeeek

[@janetmunro7491]

Loved this blog 74 days until we are on Ventura also Jamie we are from plymouth hope to meet you on a cruise one day xx

[@TravelBlogJamie]

All the best people are from Plymouth 😌

[@janetmunro7491]

Very true Jamie lol xx

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@janetmunro7491 😂

[@sandraford3788]

In from Plymuff too Janet

[@dereckhurrell192]

Excellent blog Jamie - our favourite restaurant on Iona was the Pearl what is the equivalent to book on Arvia please? June Hurrell?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@matthewthurlow1204]

I’m all about day drinking while cruising and walking that Duck all over the decks!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

You better walk that ******** duck

[@kevindcruze3986]

Nice video! I’ll be going on this same trip in the summer possibly. I’m worried about sea-sickness going through the Bay of Biscay. Was it choppy when you went? Tablets don’t really help me, or those wristbands! Just returned from a short cruise to Amsterdam on Ventura. Is there enough time to visit Pisa from La Caruna?!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

We had 3 metre swells off the coast of Portugal but hardly noticed it in a ship of this size. Can’t visit Pisa from La Coruña (it’s a different country 😂) but from La Spezia, yes; lots of excursions

[@lisaprobert3967]

Great video again Jamie, do you get bathrobe to use when you have the Spa Pass for 2 hours?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Yes they provide the robes ❤️

[@Meldevon2012]

Very good, makes me want to cruise again. What happens re the covid stuff now, do you still have to show paperwork for vacs etc. Or just passport like the good old days?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

No covid documents needed any more

[@colinrenucci1984]

Hi Jamie. Great videos. Best on Arvia on the internet! What’s the deal with taking soft drinks on board. Noticed you had cans of red bull?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Thank you so much 😊 you can take as many soft drinks as you like on board!

[@hilltrain9186]

We were sat behind you in the Keel and Cow. Sorry about the little hands trying to steal your salt and pepper 😂

[@TravelBlogJamie]

😂😂😂

[@TravelBlogJamie]

They were cute ☺️

[@amandalingard8034]

So looking forward to watching this as thinking of booking the same cruise for Easter 2024. Quick question about The Limelight Club. As dinner takes so long (😮), are you able to just order a drink and sit at the bar to watch the performance? Thank you Jamie!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Alas no - it’s an all in experience at the limelight - it’s never taken that long in the past so hoping it was a one off!

[@amandalingard8034]

@@TravelBlogJamie I thought that might be the case. I just won’t order the mushrooms! 😂 Thank you again

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@amandalingard8034 oh the mushrooms - tasty but eeeeeeek

[@elizabethmylam2350]

Hi, love your videos they are really helpful. We have just booked a 14 night med cruise on arvia, but its not until May 2025 :(. I am really interested to know what shore excursions P & O offered - do you have any details? Thanks in advance.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Sorry this is nearly a year ago so I don’t have the up to date details of excursions on this itinerary - you’ll have noticed we did nearly everything independently too. I think it was just Lucca we did as a transfer via P&O. Hopefully you saw part 2 as well as lots of ideas how to spend time ashore

[@janjanhead7583]

Hi would you know if you can take a mobility scooter on the shuttle buses it folds down to suit case size?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

I wouldn’t like to say for sure because it would depend on the shuttle but I saw some being loaded underneath

[@user-iy2ml7ss9c]

Hi Jamie, 1st time subscriber and love your channel!!. I'm really undecided about whether P&O Cruises or Marella Cruises. As the TUI Cruises are all inclusive and P&O you have to pay for a drinks package which seems to be quite expensive, which one would you recommend and which has the best food in your opinon. And !!- even though I love children....when is the best time to travel without a lot of children aboard- thx for any response and once agin great channel!!!👍✊🤛

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Generally / overall I think P&O food is juuuust a bit better (on Iona and Arvia there are soooo many options too) but preferred the buffet on Marella and Kora La excellent. We never get a drinks package on P&O as the drinks are very reasonably priced. To avoid children, out of school hols or the adults only ships.

[@user-iy2ml7ss9c]

Thx so much for replying so quickly and you blogs are Superb, say hi to Maffoo!!!@@TravelBlogJamie

[@Alanw80]

Absolutely loved this part and certainly wouldn't bother me if people were walking past my balcony, I'd be glad to have a balcony just to sit out on. Have never cruised before in my 42 years but definitely want to. What cruise would you recommend for a first time cruise virgin?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Hi Alan - do you have a particular itinerary in mind / where you’d be sailing from? And what do you think would be important to you on a cruise ship? If you can let me know I’ll give you some ideas about cruise lines / ships

[@Alanw80]

@Travel Blog Jamie Hi definitely don't fancy inside cabins as I'd rather have a window or balcony to see out if I fancied watching the world go by from the room. Not one for the formal nights. Would love to visit the likes of Italy, Netherlands and possibly around the Mediterranean and Iceland areas.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@Alanw80 so if a Med Cruise is what you want you have a big big choice of cruise lines but if you want informal I’d suggest NCL or Marella

[@andygall9397]

Thanks for your video. Just a quick question. Are the drinks packages worth it? The top drinks package for both of us will double the price of the cruise! I can't see us drinking £100 of booze per day even if we hit the cocktails and wine in excess. Advice please. 👍

[@TravelBlogJamie]

My advice would be to watch the drinks package vlog I released about a week ago with the most up to date packages and individual drinks prices plus I show how many drinks you’d need per day to break even

[@garysimmons4323]

At the end of the next video, can you show how much extra you spent on dining etc, because it seems like a lot of extra expense. Is there a dining package and were you on a drinks package or pay as you go. The ship seems lovely, not a fan of restaurants in Atriums to be honest because of the noise, which seemed excessive, but its got some great new ideas for p&o.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

The thing is we choose to spend the extra for those restaurants. But there are still plenty of options without paying extra. There’s no dining package, mostly because you just pay for items you want. We actually far prefer this approach to other cruise lines we’ve sailed. I’m doing a food vlog, however, that outlines costs on menus and what we had. But like I said, personal choice.

[@michelleoakes940]

Hi Jaimie We are watching your vlogs particularly the 2 weeks Mediterranean on Arvia as we are setting sail in 4 weeks time on the same cruise and cant wait. We have found your tips very useful so thank you! 🙂 Can I just ask a few questions if you don't mind as we are new cruisers. We are not going to take out the drinks package but just wondered do the litre bottles of booze need be in your case that you can take on board. If I was to order a bottle of wine but not finish it all can you then take this with you to another bar/restaurant. As you have to pay for wi-fi can you still use the ‘myholiday app’ if you don’t connect to wi-fi and can this be downloaded prior to boarding. Thanks Jaimie and keep vlogging 🙂 Michelle

[@TravelBlogJamie]

1) Your litre bottles can go in hand luggage or case - up to you!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

2) I made a vlog all about the ‘my holiday’ page - link here for you kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6jJhpmJbq5jpMk

[@TravelBlogJamie]

3) wine will ‘travel’ with you from main dining room!

[@michelleoakes940]

Thank you very much we will continue watching!

[@lorenzomag100]

Great vlog Jamie,I cannot find Jason and Val's KZbin channel?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Haha! They don’t have one - I was just joking with them!

[@kayworthington9070]

When you go for breakfast and request that your cabin is made up - is it generally done by the time you get back do you think? Thankee!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Not always, no!

[@Mandyjj2972]

Two more vlogs watched tonight, tv is no longer boring😅

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Hoooraaaaahhh

[@BarryFinch-nx7ku]

Really enjoying your Arvia vlogs we will be sailing on her in June , can't wait. Could you tell us if the Chefs Table in the Horizon buffet on celebration night is the same menu as in the main dining room ? Also do you think it is a worthwhile experience ? Thanks

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Yes it’s exactly the same menu!

[@TravelBlogJamie]

It’s set out very nicely but regardless, it’s in the buffet

[@BarryFinch-nx7ku]

Thanks Jamie for your reply can't wait for the next vlog. More chat from Matthew would be good 😂😂

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@BarryFinch-nx7ku he hates being on screen so that’s highly unlikely!!

[@sandracross736]

Hi Jamie I’m going on the Arvia in May as a solo traveler as im a widow. It’s the first time without my husband. Does Arvia cater for solos?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Yes indeed - solo meets ever day

[@LifeAtSea50]

Haven’t recently been on a 7 day cruise on Sky Princess I am so glad I chose that particular cruise ship over P&O Iona & Arvia. From what I’ve seen of these P&O flagship vessels they just don’t have the same class as Princess regarding decor, food, service etc…Some of the food in your vid Jamie looks positively awful. 😊😊 Great Blog btw🚢🛟 #PrincessCruisesRule🥂

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Whereas I think the absolute opposite from my experiences on board Sky, Regal, Iona and Arvia 😂

[@faithatieno40]

Watching this video because am yet to book...I was 50/50 but I have now made up my mind... booking

[@TravelBlogJamie]

👀

[@colinwarren5785]

Hi jamie have you any idea what the larger inside cabins are like on Arvia on Deck 4 we are on there in June Thanks

[@TravelBlogJamie]

You essentially get more floor space in these rather than more facilities - the extra space is definitely welcome and an improvement on the standard inside cabins

[@colinwarren5785]

Thanks Jamie that gives me more idea as I took a gamble instead of a outside will have to wait & see

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@colinwarren5785 if you’re going to opt for an inside, the larger ones would always be my preference

[@CruisingSolowithJulie]

I’ve just booked for 2025 and I’m in 8130 😃😃 great to see where you are

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Have the best time ❤️❤️❤️

[@kevingirdwood7915]

1st timers, just booked on Arvia for Summer 2025 with the kids who will be 13 and 6. Any feedback from parents on the facilities and activities for kids of this age?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

The feedback I heard was that the kids clubs are great but to ensure you enrol as soon as you can

[@sherrjo]

Hi Jamie, I've commented loads of times before we are still waivering for P&O and wondering is it too "British" I understand that the main clientele are from the UK naturally but compared to other ships you've been on is it just too much like UK? Does it get an international crowd? Sometimes watching I feel like it's M&S café on a ship. I've never been on so just a bit presumptuous but a week in July to the Fjords would cost us around 1700€ all in so not a cheap holiday. Coming from RC would I enjoy Iona?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Hi Alex - I really can’t answer your question about whether you’d like P&O I’m afraid. We aren’t actually massive fans of RCI to be honest so we probably like very different things. It’s nothing like RCI so if you’re not looking to try something different I wouldn’t suggest it. I also think Arvia is more suited to RCI fans than Iona, personally. It’s not much of an international crowd on P&O but the food is varied. I don’t view the ship experience as being like ‘the U.K.’ - I don’t really understand what that means tbh!

[@jackieaudus9829]

Drunk Jamie is So funny 🤣 why I didn’t like Iona last year… buffet was so small not enough food for the thousands on board, really disappointing…. Much preferred Azura last month 😊

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh but there’s soooo much more than the buffet!!

[@Elite_0402]

me and my wife and 83 year old father in-law are going on our first cruise in september of next year 14 nights med cruise we are on deck 3 inside cabin as it was cheapest deal so i’m a bit apprehensive as to how the cruise is gonna be and wether we will actually get too see most of the ship etc

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Oh did you see my tour of an inside cabin?

[@Elite_0402]

@@TravelBlogJamie no i’ve not seen the tour of the inside cabin i’ll search for it

[@theshabbychicken1156]

Have you ever Bern to pompeii? I'd love to see you go there I'm desperate to go but wanted canard but can't find it anywhere on their site x

[@TravelBlogJamie]

I did a number of years ago, but on a land based trip

[@theshabbychicken1156]

@TravelBlogJamie did you make a video about it? Will you go again? What's your fave ship? Xx thanks so much for replying xx just watching your 2 week trip on arvia lol

[@TravelBlogJamie]

@@theshabbychicken1156 no vlog - it was before I started doing it

[@laurajowett8913]

Where you charged to have ice brought to your room please? How did you ask for it?

[@TravelBlogJamie]

No charge. Just ask Cabin steward and they bring it late afternoon every day

[@BrianKitching-wv5nh]

What was your food like?Was it any good? Thanking You Hazel

[@TravelBlogJamie]

Hi! Every meal rated / reviewed in this vlog!

[@beverleysharpe9716]

Is there a adult swimming pool with swim lanes, never been on a cruise and worried already with the size of the ship.

[@TravelBlogJamie]

No swim lanes but there’s an adult pool