Why choose to cruise?

You’re unpacked in no time and free to explore all the treasures and pleasures of your stunning ship. Why not treat yourselves to a Mini-suite cabin with a whirlpool bath and unwind, enjoying this special time together? You’ve superb dining, stellar entertainment and endless ways to relax, amuse and spoil yourselves on board. There’s a spa and salon, a gym and swimming pools, nightclubs, bars and cinemas. The theatre hosts show-stopping performances every day. And when your big day comes around, the divine sea views make your celebration extra special.

Where to choose?

Your perfect day deserves a destination to match. P&O Cruises offers ceremonies on board all seven of its ships on cruises of five nights or more. Some of the most popular cruises for ceremonies visit :

• Barbados – Perfect for beachside vows and rum punch toasts.
• Lisbon – A romantic city steeped in history and charm.
• St Lucia – Ideal for lush landscapes and dramatic photo ops.

We can help plan shore experiences for you and your wedding party – think catamaran cruises, glacial forest hiking, snorkelling safaris and vineyard tours… Each destination has exciting new discoveries in store to make unforgettable memories.

Add perfect touches to your perfect day

Your dedicated ceremony specialist and team of experts ensure a seamless celebration, complete with many personalised touches such as your own choice of music with flowers, your cake and invitations all included in your package. Professional photographers can be hired to capture every joyful moment. And if you or your guests would like to buy a gift there’s a good choice of on-board shopping—including jewellery, beauty and art. It all adds up to an experience of ease, convenience and magic making a Ceremony at Sea or on Shore the perfect day to cherish forever.

What to bring?

On a cruise sailing from Southampton you can bring as much luggage as you like. So you can pack all your usual holiday clothes and accessories with crucial ceremony extras like…

• Ceremony attire: Bring your beautiful bridal dress, groom’s suit or special outfits in a protective garment bag. We recommend hand-carrying this most precious cargo on board your ship or your plane if you’re taking a fly-cruise.
• Favours and fancies: Feel free to bring your own favours if you have guests, or any personalised decorations to make your special day feel even more unique.

What’s included in your ceremony package?

Our packages are designed to make your day effortless and elegant. Here’s what’s included:

• Pre-cruise and on-board dedicated wedding specialist
• Elegant ceremony venue or setting
• Bouquet and buttonhole flowers
• Breakfast in bed
• Dinner at your chosen speciality restaurant 
• Champagne toast, flutes and keepsake certificate
• Priority boarding for the couple when sailing out of Southampton
• Guaranteed spa availability and £100 spa voucher for the couple
• Evening strawberries and Champagne in your cabin

Ceremonies on Shore

Your dream wedding awaits on the tropical island of Barbados. Whether you go barefoot in the sand or choose a more intimate private

ceremony in the garden or beach of a private luxury resort, we’ll help you create and celebrate a day to remember. Ceremony officiant, coordinator, transfers to the ceremony venue and flowers are included in the price of your Ceremony on Shore package. Call P&O Cruises friendly ceremony specialists Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, on 0344 3388 595 (local call charges apply), email [email protected] or visit pocruises.com/ceremonies-sea-shore for more details.

Be sure to book early to secure your preferred Barbados ceremony date and cruise with perks available for group bookings. We can’t wait to help you plan your perfect ceremony as part of an incredible cruise holiday.