Arcadia departing Tallinn, Estonia, June 2017

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Arcadia

Arcadia is a P&O Cruises cruise ship of the Vista class, in service since 2005. She measures 84,342 gross tons and carries 1,952 guests with a crew of 866. She is due to leave the fleet in August 2029.

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About Arcadia

Arcadia is a Vista-class ship built by Fincantieri at Marghera, Italy, and originally intended for Holland America Line and then Cunard before Carnival assigned her to P&O Cruises during construction. She entered service in April 2005, named by Dame Kelly Holmes, and carries about 1,950 guests at about 84,300 gross tons; like Aurora she is reserved for adults. A 2008 refit at Lloyd Werft in Bremerhaven added 34 cabins at the stern, and she returned to the yard for a second refit in 2017. In October 2026 Carnival announced that she will leave P&O after a farewell season ending on 21 August 2029 and transfer to Holland America Line.

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Deck plans

No deck plans on record for this ship yet.

Flying in for your cruise?

Arcadia sails from Southampton, England. The airport is London Heathrow (LHR), with 40 lounges to wait in before you board.

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Quick answers

Which cruise line operates Arcadia?

Arcadia is operated by P&O Cruises and belongs to its Vista class.

Is Arcadia leaving P&O Cruises?

Arcadia is due to leave P&O Cruises' fleet in August 2029.

How big is Arcadia?

Arcadia measures 84,342 gross tons and 290 metres in length, with 11 decks.

How crowded does Arcadia feel?

Arcadia has a passenger space ratio of 43.2: 84,342 gross tons for 1,952 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Arcadia feels comfortable for her size.

How many passengers does Arcadia carry?

Arcadia carries 1,952 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 866 (about 2.3 guests per crew member).

When did Arcadia enter service?

Arcadia entered service in 2005 and was last refurbished in 2017.

Where does Arcadia sail?

Her home port is Southampton, England.

Which airport should I fly into for Arcadia?

Arcadia sails from Southampton, England. Fly into London Heathrow (LHR), which has 40 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.

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