Our P&O Aurora FULL REVIEW - Would We Sail Again?

We sailed on P&O Aurora for 5 nights in December 2023 over New Years Eve to Northern Europe. We have put together this review of our experiences onboard P&O Aurora so that may give you a better insight. If you find any of the information useful please like, subscribe and comment. We hope this review gives you a clear indication of what amenities P&O Aurora has to offer.
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P&O Aurora is a majestic cruise ship operated by P&O Cruises, renowned for its elegant design and luxurious amenities. Launched in 2000, Aurora underwent a significant refurbishment in 2019, enhancing its onboard experience. This mid-sized vessel can accommodate over 1,800 passengers and offers a blend of classic charm and modern comforts.
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[@FraserAtSea]

Whoa, those seas were looking pretty rough out there! I’m really impressed with how this ship is looking, considering the age - she’s looking great! Well done overview guys - really enjoyed this one!

[@TomandDomTravel]

Thank you! It was pretty rough out there thankfully she handled it reasonably well

[@ICB72]

That is why you look at the deck plans, i have no idea how much it was? We always choose a balcony cabin, our next cruise on Aurora is in 3 days, so looking forward to it. The next time do your research for your cabin, it might cost a bit more for a balcony cabin, it is worth it in the long run. Happy cruising guys.

[@TomandDomTravel]

Thanks for watching. We had booked a saver fare so couldn’t see exactly which cabin we were going to be allocated on booking. By not booking a balcony on Aurora at New Year it meant we could do a whole other cruise. Have a great cruise. Aurora is a lovely ship

[@mikesmales3403]

Your Aurora series was excellent. Filmed loads, gave honest opinion about your ups and downs - Love your humour too. Watched you guys for a while now and you are both really getting into the swing of vlogging. Get better each trip. Keep them coming !!

[@TomandDomTravel]

Thank you! What a great review of our work. We absolutely strive to make our vlogs better each series. Thanks for watching T&D

[@amesavis]

doesn't seem very nice to me, but you guys are pleasant to watch. i love when Tom dances, god love you

[@TomandDomTravel]

Thank you! Tom does like dancing

[@JamesAndGeorgeAdventures]

What a great review of a fabulous ship 😍 the Crows Nest was our favourite venue too, it really is the perfect place to unwind with a cocktail! 🍹

[@TomandDomTravel]

Thank you for watching! Hope you had a great time on your recent cruise.

[@hannamarybredenkamp3544]

Hi guys. I am so glad that P&O got eventually got back to you and compensate for the discomfort🎉. THANKS for the review.

[@TomandDomTravel]

Hi Hannah 👋 Thank you for watching 😀 we were pleased with the response from P&O head office it’s just a shame that it had to come to us writing a formal complaint!

[@hannamarybredenkamp3544]

@@TomandDomTravel Hi. It is so true,so sad. My belated dad was a born Dutshman, born in Rotterdam, and always said, that if you ever have a problem and nobody can assist in a proper manner, you wright a letter to the king in that company🤣 Well, it worked for you guys🫣 Please take care. Looking forward to your next video. Iam still refering you guys to the people that can t help themselves👋

[@barnum4244]

Something P&O seem to do better than others is respond to feedback. I write after cruises about both good and bad aspects. I love sending compliments so they know what's working and individuals get recognition. It's also an opportunity to voice any concerns. P&O have always got back with genuine replies. Princess (in reply to my complaint that they removed a host of inclusive features a week before embarkation) said they can do what they want as it's in the small print. Royal Caribbean just has a generic copy and paste reply. Fred Olsen actually phoned, but with an oral copy version of copy and paste.

[@TomandDomTravel]

Thank you ☺️

[@jond46687]

Great review thanks ! Personally I think the p&o offer was not generous and they should have refunded you in cash rather than cruise credit (where the only way you benefit is to have to hand over money for another cruise).

[@raebirchall7896]

Interesting series as we are off to Hamburg in October on QM2 so will watch again nearer the time. Giving you cruise credit for a future cruise is not good enough they should have given you the credit whilst on board so you could have spent it once disembarked it should be cash. I had a complaint on Princess very minor and they credited me a $100 to spend on board straightaway

[@TomandDomTravel]

Thanks for watching and hope you have a great time in Hamburg. We have always found Princess level of service to be good

[@dianafrith1961]

Watched your review with interest. It certainly highlights the risk of booking a guaranteed cabin rather than paying a bit more to choose one. As the saying goes you pay your money and gamble, hopefully most times you win! Sorry you lost particularly badly this time, glad you got some compensation.

[@TomandDomTravel]

Yes, unfortunately being a New Year cruise it wasn't a cheap cabin. We are glad P&O agreed with our points raised.

[@lucieyeoman9775]

What are the things to do in day? Is there a heated pool ? Many thanks

[@TomandDomTravel]

Thanks for watching. Lots of activities to do in the day. Quizzes, bingo, dance lessons. Cinema also available. Pools are heated.

[@kathleenmcgovern8669]

What,s the latest time you can disembark on arrival back in Southampton, self assist. Do you know? Excellent review, guys.

[@TomandDomTravel]

Thank you for watching. You can usually get off earlier but it’s fine to stay on until the last disembarkation group

[@kathleenmcgovern8669]

@@TomandDomTravel thank you. What is the last disembark time? We have quite a late bus connection so in no hurry to get off.

[@jacquelinearcher1158]

@@kathleenmcgovern8669they really rush peel off now probably about 10 is the last group off

[@TomandDomTravel]

Yes, unfortunately it's quite early

[@kathleenmcgovern8669]

Thanks, good to know.

[@juliesmith9097]

Thankyou for your review, can I ask, did you notice if they had allergies listed for the food options?

[@TomandDomTravel]

Yes they do. Sometimes it can be a bit hit and miss in the buffet

[@juliesmith9097]

That's great,looking forward to our 1st ever cruise on Aurora!!!

[@sistersontheseas]

We’re still jealous that you got a seat in the terminal 😩

[@TomandDomTravel]

We can’t believe they left you outside for all that time

[@robertmacdonald7779]

I be very surprised if they can sort the noise issues out with them cabins. And shocked they have given you anything. That area when Aurora was built was the children's facilities when she accepted family's. Never designed for cabins. When she got turned to adult only they got greedy and installed more cabins instead of another bar or public space. This was done back in 2019. Ventura was also affected by the P&O money grab when they took a massive chunk of the exchange bar away and turned that to cabins they will have the same issue with noise not just from exchange bar but Ventura has very noisy stabalizers and in that area in rough seas it's so noisy. Also they are expensive single occupancy cabins. People on saver fares on Aurora should expect to be allocated them cabins as they will always be the ones left but it's not acceptable to hear noise from Carmen's it does not warn you when booking that venue noise might be heared in them cabins or any cabin in fact.

[@TomandDomTravel]

Thanks for watching. We shall wait and see if they were just paying us lip service

[@robertoengland8252]

Hi, do you think that at deck 9 cabin C147 of Aurora ship we can hear noises from theater ? thanks for your help

[@TomandDomTravel]

You should be fine in that cabin.

[@robertoengland8252]

@@TomandDomTravel Thanks guys. You are the best ! I always watch your videos. Thanks

[@TomandDomTravel]

Thank you so much! Have a great cruise and let us know how you get on

[@robertoengland8252]

@@TomandDomTravel of course. We'll leave next July/August and I'll let you know. Thanks

[@CharlesAttewell]

Hope to live to be 110 just for spite

[@TomandDomTravel]

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