The highly anticipated Summer 2028 programme from P&O Cruises has officially launched, presenting an exceptional mix of itineraries running from March through to October, with departures from Southampton and beyond. This launch is all about flexibility, with shorter breaks, longer journeys, and more varied routing designed to suit different travel styles.
Caribbean sunshine with time to slow down
For a warm-weather escape, one of the standout options comes from P&O’s new Caribbean sailings, which sit among the top-tier launches for early access. Expect stops across islands such as Barbados, Antigua, and Saint Lucia, where you can spend time on Carlisle Bay’s calm shoreline, walk through Nelson’s Dockyard, or take in the Pitons rising above Soufrière. These itineraries are built for balance, giving you beach time, local food spots, and relaxed port days without needing to rush from place to place.
Mediterranean fly-cruises with more time in port
P&O Azura’s fly-cruise programme is not to be missed, especially with the addition of overnight stays in Livorno, Italy. That extra time opens up the amount of time you would have to visit locations like Florence, where you can step inside the Duomo or see Michelangelo’s David, and Pisa, where the Leaning Tower is a must-see. Combined with other Mediterranean calls, this style of itinerary gives you longer, more meaningful time ashore, rather than quick stop-offs.
Northern Europe city breaks done differently
Britannia’s new seven-night Scandinavia cruise breaks offer a fresh take on shorter sailings. With an overnight in Copenhagen, you can explore Tivoli Gardens after dark or settle into a canal-side restaurant in Nyhavn, while Oslo adds a mix of modern waterfront spaces and museums like the Fram Museum. It’s a straightforward way to experience a few cities in one trip, with enough time in each to make it worthwhile.
A longer journey that goes beyond the usual routes
For something less typical, P&O Aurora’s new 24-night itinerary linking the Canary Islands, Morocco, Cape Verde, and the Mediterranean really stands out. You could be walking through Lisbon’s Belém district one week, exploring the markets of Casablanca the next, then heading further south to Cape Verde’s volcanic landscapes. It’s a route that covers a lot of ground, but still feels connected, making it a strong choice if you want one trip that covers several very different places.
To book your spot on one of these new 2028 P&O Cruises itineraries, contact your Travel Counsellor today.
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Some holidays are about fitting in as much as possible. Others give you the luxury of taking your time. A voyage along the Atlantic coasts of Spain and France with Cunard offers a little of both: days spent discovering great food, architecture, and historic cities ashore, balanced by unhurried time on board as the scenery changes beyond the ship. In 2027, consider a seven-night voyage from Southampton aboard Queen Anne. You can wake up ready to explore Bilbao, spend the following days discovering Galicia, and finish with a taste of Normandy, without changing hotels or repacking along the way. Two days at sea create a natural pause between these stops, giving you time to enjoy the ship rather than simply moving from one destination to the next.
Cunard’s new voyages for October 2028 to May 2029 bring together winter sun, European city stays, and far-reaching journeys across the world. Guests can mark a milestone at sea on Queen Mary 2, spend an evening in Rio de Janeiro during Carnival with Queen Anne, or join Queen Elizabeth for a 115-night World Voyage. There’s also a 10% Early Booking Saving on eligible bookings made by 30th December 2026.*
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