Sorry not posted this sooner, not had a chance to do it - will add pics soon.
Where do I start, got off the train in Southampton and you can clearly see Arcadia is a big ship as you can see her from the station. Got along side her at the quay side and she is very impressive, huge but simply stunning.
Got onboard and the first thing that struck me was how well presented she was, now I know she is a new ship and has not has passengers onboard yet apart from a shakedown cruise, but I was very impressed. Got allocated a cabin on C deck, good size with twin beds, bath & shower, WC, Flat screen TV, and phone, and the best part was the balcony, good size with two chairs and a table. Headed upto the Belvedere, which is on Lido deck, great view out the side of the ship.
Then had a look around the ship, the onboard spa is stunning, the pool on Lido deck has a retractable roof, which I think is a good touch if there is bad weather.
The Orchid restaurant and the Arcadian Rhodes, although were set out, we were not able to eat in them, but looking at the menus I was well impressed. We did however get a meal in the Meridian restaurant, and the food was amazing, the service was impeccable, the staff could not do enough for us. Later in the evening we were in the Palladium for a show and “Le Cirque Arcadia” was absolutely stunning , I strongly URGE anyone on this ship to go and see this show as it is amazing. Having been on a few ships now including the QE2, this ship is in a class of its own.
My overall rating of her out of 10......... 11
Im sure you will enjoy a cruise on Arcadia, Thankyou P&O and good luck Arcadia, I know I will be onboard her again.