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Untamed flavour on Spain’s Atlantic coast

Northern Spain, or España Verde, is a food lover’s dream hiding in plain sight. From oysters in Vigo to pintxos in Bilbao, every port tells its own delicious story.

Most Instagrammable places to visit in Spain and Portugal 

2025 Travel Hotlist

From sunny escapes to city breaks, here’s a look at what’s on the horizon for the year ahead.

The Best Solo Travel Destinations

Ready to see the world your way? Here are five perfect places to explore on your own.

The best places to visit when...you want to relax on a beach

Whether you’re a water baby, sun worshipper or sandcastle-building pro, a day at the beach is always the highlight of a holiday. Soak up some rays, feel the sand between your toes and breathe in the salty tang of the ocean with our guide to some of the best beach escapes for relaxing on shore.

12 Months of holidays

Where will the year take you? We’ve got 12 months of tempting travel inspiration in our handy guide to some of the world’s dreamiest destinations. So whether you’re after a last-minute escape or are planning ahead, a year’s worth of holidays is at your fingertips.

An arty guide to Barcelona

In what is arguably the hippest of Spanish cities, there’s something to cater to every art-lover’s needs. To make the selection process a little easier when you’ve got limited time in the Catalonian capital, here’s a list of must-see places for the artistically inclined.

Solar Eclipse Cruises

The breath-taking beauty of a total solar eclipse can be experienced on a P&O Cruises holiday (weather permitting). Care to join us? 

Introducing our new destination partner, Time Out

Go deeper into our destinations with Time Out's expert guides to cities across the globe

5 Chocolate Treats to Enjoy Onboard & Ashore

World Chocolate Day falls on 7 July, and what better way to get in the mood than with a sprinkling of chocolate-themed travel inspiration? Which of delicious treats will you add to your must-do list?

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Six great winter escapes

Our winter itineraries offer great escapes to a fabulous range of destinations. We'll start with some sunny adventures around the globe before highlighting our top suggestions for holidays closer to home.

Landscape with Anfi beach and resort, Gran Canaria, Spain

2023 Summer Holidays

We all have different ideas of what makes a summer holiday great. For some, it’s a leisurely latte in an Italian courtyard; for others, it’s listening to the waves lap the sandy shore of a Canarian beach. No matter how you like to travel, we’ve got a holiday for you. 

Five of the best places to see flowers

The bounty of nature’s blooms are on full display in these flower-filled destinations.

Spain and Portugal: the coast with the most

If you’re looking for a holiday that showcases Europe’s most exhilarating cities, Spain & Portugal offer copious sunshine, cultural clout & fabulous food.

A taste of the world on board

We bring authentic dining experiences on board our ships, both by collaborating with native leading chefs – our Local Food Heroes – and offering places to dine on board that give you a taste of some of the world’s most dynamic destinations. So, while you’re travelling the world, why not get a taste of it on board, too?  

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Gems of the atlantic coast

A P&O Cruises holiday to France, Spain and Portugal boasts a host of colourful and vibrant cities, as well as lesser-known gems in the Atlantic coast. Explore some of our favourite destinations — each with distinctive characters of their own…

Five top spots for family fun

Explore five of the best family holiday spots from Madeira, to Tenerife or further afield in Barbados. There's something for every traveller with P&O Cruises.

5 Most Beautiful Places in Spain & Portugal

Offering fabulous food, incredible architecture and culture galore, these five most beautiful places in Spain and Portugal are sure to bring out your inner explorer

The travel hotlist: six of the best destinations for 2022

New year, new adventures! It’s time to plan your next holiday (or two) and get something in the diary to look forward to. We’ve taken stock of our favourite destinations for great escapes in 2022, and high on our wish-list are: natural beauty; fresh air; fun with friends and family; a lot of relaxation; and some cultural va-va-voom!

An insider's guide to Sitges

Spain’s resident writer Andrew Forbes reveals why sunny-natured Sitges on the Costa Dorada is a true travel gem.

Five great reasons to love the Canary Islands

Each of the Canary Islands has a distinctive character. Having fallen for their seductive charms, travel writer Yolanda Zappaterra is longing to return. In the meantime, she reveals why she loves their different personalities… Which one you will fall for?

Five wellness experiences for every kind of traveller

Start exploring destinations sooner with a fly-cruise holiday! Find out what a fly-cruise is and the benefits before exploring our cruise holidays.

Where to eat in Porto – Bolhão Market

The famous Mercado do Bolhão in the heart of Porto is a riot of colour and flavour. We meet local vendors and loyal customers who keep coming back for more.

Calling all sunseekers!

If you’re feeling the need for the sun’s warm rays but can’t decide where to go, we’ll point you in the right direction. Pack your sun cream and shades for itineraries that take in our favourite sunshine cruise destinations.

Cultural experiences in the spotlight

From flamenco in Seville to jazz in Copenhagen, Anna Crane shines a light on some of the top cultural shore experiences available on a P&O Cruises holiday

Top five Spanish holiday destinations

With its warm sunshine, amazing coastline, tasty food and captivating history and culture, Spain is a popular destination. And no two Spanish destinations are the same so there’s always something new to see, no matter how many times you visit.

Sunshine destinations you’ll love, straight from Southampton

Sail straight from Southampton to the sun. Departing from our home port makes travelling hassle-free.

The Captain’s table: foodie favourites from around the world

Nothing inspires memories of travel more than the recollection of a particularly great meal – and our captains have had their fair share on their travels with P&O Cruises. Here, Captain Derek Gray shares his favourite foodie experiences in destinations dear to his heart.

What to do in La Coruña, Spain

“Whether you're a laid-back holidaymaker or an avid culture seeker, the Spanish port of La Coruña has something to please every visitor” says writer, Yolanda Zappaterra

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A World Of Water

The sea may be the star of any P&O Cruises holiday, but it’s far from the only beautiful body of water you can explore. From serene crater lakes to restlessly flowing rivers, you choose – still or sparkling?

The wanderlust list: 7 top destinations for 2020

P&O Cruises can take you to some of the most exciting places in the world – near and far and everywhere in between. Whether you have your sights set on distant shores or a port closer to home, our list of the hottest destinations for 2020 will help inspire your next epic holiday

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