--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: e00ab8ed-1b92-4ab9-ae59-136da693e583 slug: 2293255 voyage_code: B629E cruise_line: P&O Cruises ship: Britannia departure_date: return_date: nights: 17 embarkation_port: Antigua disembarkation_port: Bridgetown, Barbados starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T04:05:10Z --- # Christmas And New Year Caribbean Escape > P&O Cruises · Britannia · Dec 22 – Jan 8   (17 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | P&O Cruises | | **Ship** | Britannia | | **Duration** | 17 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Antigua | | **Disembarkation Port** | Bridgetown, Barbados | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | B629E | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Antigua **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 2: St.Maarten **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM An island with a split personality, this is one of the few places in the Caribbean where the European powers co-existed peacefully. Hence, this lovely island is a mixture of Dutch, French and Caribbean tastes and delights. ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: Bridgetown, Barbados **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Watching the Atlantic surf crash down on the rugged east coast of this richly diverse island and, for a moment, you may feel you could be on the Cornish coast but the moment you hear the waves of gospel singing emanating from a tiny local church you realise you could not be anywhere else but Barbados. While, over on the sheltered west coast, the glorious beaches are pure Caribbean. And there are more beaches and a lot more bars, cafés, restaurants and clubs creating a vibrant 24/7 lifestyle ... ### Day 5: Bridgetown, Barbados **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Watching the Atlantic surf crash down on the rugged east coast of this richly diverse island and, for a moment, you may feel you could be on the Cornish coast but the moment you hear the waves of gospel singing emanating from a tiny local church you realise you could not be anywhere else but Barbados. While, over on the sheltered west coast, the glorious beaches are pure Caribbean. And there are more beaches and a lot more bars, cafés, restaurants and clubs creating a vibrant 24/7 lifestyle ... ### Day 6: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 7: Tortola **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Here, in the beautiful archipelago of the British Virgin islands, the motto is: “The best thing you can do is do nothing.” The “nothing” that Tortola offers you consists of swimming in opalescent waters, basking in glorious sunshine and strolling along beaches of shimmering white sand. ### Day 8: Antigua **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 9: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 10: Grand Turk **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Bursting with turn-of-the-century Caribbean charm, Grand Turk, the historic capital of the Turks and Caicos is best known for its sugary white shores, calm blue waters and rustic colonial charm. And at just six miles long, and just over a mile, wide this small but perfectly formed island is easy to explore. ### Day 11: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 12: Ocho Rios **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM This fabulous Jamaican resort was once home to James Bond's creator, Ian Fleming, who built his home, Goldeneye at the end of the beach.Luckily you don't have to be a secret agent to discover the charms of Dunn's River Falls or the miles of great beaches. ### Day 13: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 14: Bonaire **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The least developed of the Caribbean ABC islands (Aruba and Curacao are the others), Bonaire has many good reasons to protect its own extraordinary environment. Bonaires Marine Park, which covers the coral reefs along the islands west coast, has a vast number and variety of fish, and snorkelling and diving amongst these colourful residents is a sheer delight. A more conventional national park spreads across the whole northern part of the island. Originally plantations, this freshwater swampland ... ### Day 15: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 16: Tobago **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Tobago is one of the real Robinson Crusoe islands. There is not much of it - just 26 miles by nine - but around every corner, and it seems like at every turn, you find your jaw dropping open at the sheer beauty of another scene. ### Day 17: Grenada **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Sailors through the centuries have rated it one of the worlds prettiest harbours and it is hard to disagree. Horseshoe-shaped and set in a volcanic crater, Grenadas capital and cruise port St Georges is flanked by two forts, with colourful French colonial style buildings ranged along the front. It is the perfect entrance to one of the Caribbean's most scenic islands. Only 12 miles by 21, it is awash with waterfalls, mountain valleys, rainforests, lakes and volcanic craters. The beaches are to di... ### Day 18: Bridgetown, Barbados **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Watching the Atlantic surf crash down on the rugged east coast of this richly diverse island and, for a moment, you may feel you could be on the Cornish coast but the moment you hear the waves of gospel singing emanating from a tiny local church you realise you could not be anywhere else but Barbados. While, over on the sheltered west coast, the glorious beaches are pure Caribbean. And there are more beaches and a lot more bars, cafés, restaurants and clubs creating a vibrant 24/7 lifestyle ... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Inside** (Code: OB) Approximately 170 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools. **Inside** (Code: PB) Approximately 170 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools. **Inside** (Code: PF) Approximately 170 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools. **Single Inside** (Code: SF) Approximately 134 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools. **Inside** (Code: PC) Approximately 170 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools. **Inside** (Code: OA) Approximately 170 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools. ### Balcony Cabins **Balcony with Sofa (Obstructed View)** (Code: IB) Approximately 205-212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Superior Deluxe Balcony** (Code: DC) Approximately 281 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Balcony (Obstructed View)** (Code: JC) Approximately 205-212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Superior Deluxe Balcony** (Code: DB) Approximately 281 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Balcony** (Code: HE) Approximately 212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Balcony with Sofa (Obstructed View)** (Code: IE) Approximately 205-212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Balcony** (Code: HC) Approximately 212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Single Balcony** (Code: QF) Approximately 164 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Balcony with Sofa (Obstructed View)** (Code: IC) Approximately 205-212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Balcony with Sofa** (Code: GC) Approximately 212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Balcony (Obstructed View)** (Code: JE) Approximately 205-212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Balcony** (Code: HF) Approximately 212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Balcony (Obstructed View)** (Code: JB) Approximately 205-212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Balcony with Sofa** (Code: GE) Approximately 212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Superior Deluxe Balcony** (Code: DA) Approximately 281 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Balcony with Sofa** (Code: GF) Approximately 212 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. ### Suite Cabins **Suite** (Code: B5) Approximately 382-689 sq. ft. The ultimate in luxury, our butler-serviced Suites offer the extra space of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights. **Suite** (Code: B2) Approximately 382-689 sq. ft. The ultimate in luxury, our butler-serviced Suites offer the extra space of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights. **Suite** (Code: B1) Approximately 382-689 sq. ft. The ultimate in luxury, our butler-serviced Suites offer the extra space of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights. ## Ship Information ### Britannia Family friendly - Inspired by our past. Designed for the future. There has never been a more stylish way to see the world! Nothing beats the feeling of stepping on board a new ship for the first time. Whether you're new to cruising, or a veteran of the high seas, your moments on board Britannia are sure to be truly memorable. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 3,647 | | Crew | 1,350 | | Gross Tonnage | 143,000.0 | | Length | 1,082.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 1,836 | ## Ports of Call ### Antigua *Coordinates: 17.1221, -61.844* ### St.Maarten *Coordinates: 18.0237, -63.0458* An island with a split personality, this is one of the few places in the Caribbean where the European powers co-existed peacefully. Hence, this lovely island is a mixture of Dutch, French and Caribbean tastes and delights. ### Bridgetown, Barbados *Coordinates: 13.1132, -59.5988* Watching the Atlantic surf crash down on the rugged east coast of this richly diverse island and, for a moment, you may feel you could be on the Cornish coast but the moment you hear the waves of gospel singing emanating from a tiny local church you realise you could not be anywhere else but Barbados. While, over on the sheltered west coast, the glorious beaches are pure Caribbean. And there ar... ### Tortola *Coordinates: 18.4335, -64.6333* Here, in the beautiful archipelago of the British Virgin islands, the motto is: “The best thing you can do is do nothing.” The “nothing” that Tortola offers you consists of swimming in opalescent waters, basking in glorious sunshine and strolling along beaches of shimmering white sand. ### Grand Turk *Coordinates: 21.4603, -71.1414* Bursting with turn-of-the-century Caribbean charm, Grand Turk, the historic capital of the Turks and Caicos is best known for its sugary white shores, calm blue waters and rustic colonial charm. And at just six miles long, and just over a mile, wide this small but perfectly formed island is easy to explore. ### Ocho Rios *Coordinates: 18.4057, -77.0967* This fabulous Jamaican resort was once home to James Bond's creator, Ian Fleming, who built his home, Goldeneye at the end of the beach.Luckily you don't have to be a secret agent to discover the charms of Dunn's River Falls or the miles of great beaches. ### Bonaire *Coordinates: 12.1507, -68.2767* The least developed of the Caribbean ABC islands (Aruba and Curacao are the others), Bonaire has many good reasons to protect its own extraordinary environment. Bonaires Marine Park, which covers the coral reefs along the islands west coast, has a vast number and variety of fish, and snorkelling and diving amongst these colourful residents is a sheer delight. A more conventional national park spre... ### Tobago *Coordinates: 11.2318, -60.6982* Tobago is one of the real Robinson Crusoe islands. There is not much of it - just 26 miles by nine - but around every corner, and it seems like at every turn, you find your jaw dropping open at the sheer beauty of another scene. ### Grenada *Coordinates: 12.6667, -61.25* Sailors through the centuries have rated it one of the worlds prettiest harbours and it is hard to disagree. Horseshoe-shaped and set in a volcanic crater, Grenadas capital and cruise port St Georges is flanked by two forts, with colourful French colonial style buildings ranged along the front. It is the perfect entrance to one of the Caribbean's most scenic islands. Only 12 miles by 21, it is awa... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2293255 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2293255 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2293255.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2293255/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/po-cruises/britannia/other/59074.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 04:05:10 UTC