Britannia at Merwehaven, Rotterdam, June 2019

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Britannia

Britannia is a P&O Cruises cruise ship of the Royal class, in service since 2015. She measures 143,730 gross tons and carries 3,647 guests with a crew of 1,398. She sails Caribbean itineraries.

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About Britannia

Britannia is a Royal-class ship built by Fincantieri at Monfalcone, sharing her design with Princess Cruises' Royal class, and the flagship of P&O Cruises since she entered service on 14 March 2015, named by Queen Elizabeth II. At about 143,700 gross tons she carries about 3,650 guests in 1,837 cabins, including 27 single cabins, and every outside cabin has a balcony. She has 13 bars and 13 restaurants and cafés, including a cookery club developed by TV chef James Martin, and a pool for teenagers. A major refit in October 2019 added an art gallery and redesigned the atrium; in winter she sails 14-night Caribbean itineraries.

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Deck plans

No deck plans on record for this ship yet.

Where she sails

Home port: Southampton, England.

Flying in for your cruise?

Britannia 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 Britannia?

Britannia is operated by P&O Cruises and belongs to its Royal class.

How big is Britannia?

Britannia measures 143,730 gross tons and 330 metres in length, with 15 decks.

How crowded does Britannia feel?

Britannia has a passenger space ratio of 39.4: 143,730 gross tons for 3,647 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Britannia feels comfortable for her size.

How many passengers does Britannia carry?

Britannia carries 3,647 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,398 (about 2.6 guests per crew member).

When did Britannia enter service?

Britannia entered service in 2015 and was last refurbished in 2019.

Where does Britannia sail?

Britannia sails Caribbean itineraries. Her home port is Southampton, England.

Which airport should I fly into for Britannia?

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

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