What is the guest capacity on Ventura?

Ventura has a normal operating capacity of 3,078 guests and 1,205 crew.

How many cabins does Ventura have?

Ventura has accommodation to suit everyone. She’s home to 1,556 cabins including 434 Inside, 223 Sea view, 675 Balcony, 178 Superior Deluxe Balcony, 26 Suite, 18 Single and 2 Family cabins.

Are children allowed on Ventura?

Ventura is a family-friendly ship and offers age specific children’s clubs on board.

Where does Ventura sail to?

Ventura, a family favourite, offers a wealth of holidays. You can choose from Short Breaks; Baltic cruises; trips to Spain, Portugal and the Canary Islands; the Mediterranean; Caribbean and North America and Canada.

Where does Ventura sail from?

Ventura begins her holidays in Southampton.

Who is the godmother of Ventura?

Ventura’s godmother is actress Dame Helen Mirren. Dame Helen named Ventura when the ship entered service in April 2008.

When was Ventura built?

Ventura entered into service in April 2008.

How many restaurants and bars does Ventura have?

Ventura offers 10 restaurants on board including Saffron Restaurant, The Beach House and The Glass House. She’s also home to 12 bars and cafés.

Ventura measures at 291.40m, 116,017 tons and 14 guest decks.

What entertainment is on board Ventura?

Arena theatre Library Art gallery Three tier atrium Video game arcade The Exchange The Tamarind Club – a wonderful setting for comedy and live music. Havana show lounge, a Cuban themed nightclub. With a stage and dance floor you might dance to a live band or DJ, take part in some karaoke, or enjoy some late night cabaret.

What can I do whilst on board Ventura?

4 pools, 1 with retractable roof 6 whirlpool spas Sauna Steam room Spa and Salon Thermal Suite The Retreat Theatre Video game arcade Casino Art gallery Library Sports court Fully equipped gym Fitness classes Dance classes Shopping

How many pools does Ventura have?

Ventura has 4 pools (1 with a retractable roof), 6 whirlpool spas, sauna and a steam room

Does Ventura have Freedom dining?

Yes, Ventura offers Freedom and Club dining in the Bay Tree, Saffron and Cinnamon Restaurants. There are also a number of fantastic venues offering speciality dining.

What kind of shops does Ventura have?

There are a number of shops on board Ventura where you can browse and buy the following (and more): Luxury branded items such as cosmetics, perfume, jewellery, gifts, clothes and accessories Holiday essentials such as sun lotion, snacks, batteries, souvenirs and toiletries Photography products and services Satellite internet packages Shore experiences Art and collectibles

Does Ventura have a cinema?

You can catch movies at different times in both of Ventura’s theatres, which also host shows, talks from special guests, musical performances and more. Keep an eye on the Horizon newspaper on board to see what’s on each day.

How big are the balconies on Ventura?

Depending on the cabin type and location, balconies on board Ventura vary from 4 to 26 square metres. If you’re keen to know out about the size of the balcony for a specific cabin, feel free to call us on 0344 338 8003.

Ventura

Guests3,078

Length291.4m

Crew1,205

Ventura – the all-rounder ship

Family friendly - There’s always something happening on Ventura. Enjoy delicious fine dining, a tranquil spa, quiet spaces to unwind, great sports facilities and four pools. Evenings on your cruise are particularly memorable thanks to the lavish two-tier theatre where you’ll find elaborate shows and stand-up comedy.

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Ventura's highlights

Ventura, P and O cruise liners, southampton

All about entertainment

Between the two-tier Arena theatre with its new LED screen, the exotic Tamarind Club and the lively Havana lounge, there’s never a dull moment on board your ship.

A delight for foodies

During your cruise, you’ll find Indian favourites with a British twist at Sindhu, a world of wine at The Glass House and fantastic flavours at The Beach House. And The Epicurean combines fine dining, contemporary presentation and quality ingredients for an unforgettable experience.

A shopper’s paradise

Brands such as Bric’s, Caroline Gardner and Fat Face sit alongside ship favourites such as Radley, Cath Kidston and Pandora. The enhanced Dixons Travel store, meanwhile, sells the latest tech, from tablets to headphones.

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Where can you sail to on Ventura?

Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona, Parc Guell, Barcelona district, Park Guell, one of the major works of Gaudí in Barcelona. Gate house

Sunset at Roque Nublo volcanic mountain range. Travel in Gran Canaria / Grand Canary island, Atlantic ocean, Spain

St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda town skyline on Redcliffe Quay at dusk.

Portugal, Distrito de Lisboa, Lisbon, Belém, Jerónimos Monastery, Cloister

Ventura visits the vibrant Med

Visit the highlights of the Med on a Mediterranean cruise. Enjoy vibrant Barcelona with its stunning beach-front, culture and cobbled lanes; the playground of the rich and famous Monte Carlo; and La Spezia from which you can visit Pisa or Florence.

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Enjoy the luscious landscapes of Iberia and the Canary Islands

The perfect cruise for some sunshine without going too far afield. There’s plenty for everyone to enjoy including volcanic vistas, black beaches, warm waters, luscious landscapes, traditional towns and spectacular scenery.

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Stay closer to home with a Short Break

Enjoy a Short Break on Ventura; the perfect introduction to cruising. It’s the ideal blend of sea days to relax on board your ship and the opportunity to discover cities such as Bruges with its chocolate delights or the cafés, canals and culture of Amsterdam.

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Escape the cold and head to the Caribbean

Where laid-back meets adventure: you could find yourself hiking through rainforests and mountain tracks or lazing on a blissful white-sand beach and diving beneath the waves on a Caribbean cruise.

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Visit the Baltic – a playground of cultural riches

Take in capital cities, cultural masterpieces and lesser-known gems. On a Baltic cruise you can city-hop from Helsinki to St Petersburg, Tallinn, Stockholm and Copenhagen all on one holiday.

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Explore Spain and Portugal on Ventura

Famed for their abundant sunshine and sandy shores, these dynamic destinations offer much more than beach-based breaks. Leave the sun-lounger behind and treat your senses to eye-opening culture, mouth-watering cuisine and hair-raising adventure on a cruise with us.

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Guest reviews for Ventura

30 November 2021

The biggest disappointment was not visiting the only two ports we've never been to before., Malaga and Gibraltar. Due to Covid restrictions and maybe the time of year the usual atmosphere on board was muted. If you like Sport the television was fine, if not don't bother turning it on. Regarding ... Read more

30 November 2021

We are booked to sail with P and O again 7 more times! So yes we do recommend them. We do feel that some standards have dropped, some due to the mask wearing and some due I feel to cost cutting. Mandatory masks in the theatre but no masks in the overcrowded pub. We Had not travelled on Ventura and ... Read more

Mrs Jones, 30 November 2021

Lovely cruise and staff brilliant Felt safe most of the time there will always be irresponsible passengers Given the Pandemic an excellent experience and nice to experience dining out new places and people and being spoilt

Mr Clyne, 30 November 2021

All the staff were very friendly apart from the casino

The cleanliness of the ship. The friendly staff and the food were all good. The drink prices were reasonable. The stateroom was excellent and the bed was very comfortable. The smoking area between the pools deck 15 was a problem I couldn’t use that side of the ship and used other toilets. The casino... Read more

Mrs Skelton, 29 November 2021

Regain pre covid standards.

Reinstate pre covid standards.

Mrs Duncan, 29 November 2021

Good cruise, good everything

Enjoyed cruise especially because of recent cancellations.It was nice with less people on board. Food and entertainment very good as usual. Staff all good I think happy to be part of a family and working onboard again. Plenty of staff no queues

Mrs Cruden, 29 November 2021

the staff were excellent the ship was very clean .I felt very safe due to all the safety health covid instructions in place. Only problem was having to book out meal at night on the phone using the P&O app only to find people who didn't book most times got in first !!!!! The music in the upstairs bu... Read more

Mrs Stuart, 29 November 2021

Not as good as a cruise on Ventura has been before, I will be travelling again with P&O but on another ship

29 November 2021

Lovely Cruise but lowering of standards apparent

Overall very good and we enjoyed our cruise. Crew all very helpful and welcoming at all times. Covid protocols well managed. Disappointed that Atrium used for dancing (plus Fitsteps on occasion) throughout the day as this made it noisy and was only for the few (max 40ish) with the many having to put... Read more

Mrs Davies, 28 November 2021

I have cruised with P & O many times but on this occasion my criticism is aimed mainly at the food,the breakfasts were great but then it starts to go downhill. Lunchtime was average and the choices in the evening poor,very little if any of chicken the vegetable selection poor I think I saw 2 carrots... Read more

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Frequently asked questions about Ventura

There’s so much choice aboard Ventura, with nine different restaurants including Freedom and Club dining options, plus coffee shops and cafés where you can enjoy a snack. The Waterside and Beach House buffet restaurants offer flavours from around the world and favourites from home at almost any time of day, while the poolside pizzeria and grill is ideal for tasty, informal bites. If you fancy treating yourself to a speciality dining experience, you could savour the sophisticated atmosphere and sumptuous food in The Epicurean. For delicious dishes paired with the perfect wines, head to The Glass House. And if you’re in the mood for something spicy, be sure to try Sindhu.