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P&O Cruises · Royal-class

Britannia

Large resort ship — 3,600 guests.

Britannia tends to work well for travelers seeking family time and relaxation.

Ship DNA

family time high
relaxation high
great dining high
entertainment high
a luxury feel moderate
nightlife moderate
adventure and activity moderate

Entertainment onboard tends to include live music lounges, a comedy club, family game shows, a casino (derived, low confidence).

Good to know

Dress code
Formal/gala evenings are a regular, more consistently expected fixture.
Dining
Main dining is included; specialty venues cost extra.
Onboard vibe
Generally a traditional, dressier atmosphere and family-friendly, mainstream energy.
Crowd character
Typically busy, high-energy crowd levels.
Typical itinerary
Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Northern Europe

Line-level details sourced from P&O Cruises, last verified 2026-08-19 (confidence: medium).

Likely a good fit for

  • British families and couples
  • Multigenerational groups
  • Mainstream premium travelers

May prefer another ship if

  • You want extensive thrill attractions
  • You seek boutique service

Strengths

  • Balanced modern British cruise experience
  • Good family and dining options
  • Broad itinerary range

Known trade-offs

  • Can feel crowded
  • Less adventurous than major activity-focused competitors

Ship facts

Year built
2015
Gross tonnage
143,700 GT
Passengers
3,600
Crew
1,350

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