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Ventura
Ventura is a P&O Cruises cruise ship of the Grand class, in service since 2008. She measures 116,017 gross tons and carries 3,192 guests.
About Ventura
Ventura is a Grand-class ship built by Fincantieri at Monfalcone and, on entering service in April 2008, one of the largest cruise ships built for the British market. Named by Dame Helen Mirren, she measures about 116,000 gross tons and carries 3,192 guests in 1,550 cabins, about 60 percent with balconies, with eight restaurants and five pools. She was refitted at Blohm+Voss in Hamburg in March and April 2013 and returned there for a minor refit in February 2023. She sails from Southampton, with cruises that have included the Canary Islands and the Caribbean.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
Deck plans
No deck plans on record for this ship yet.
Flying in for your cruise?
Ventura sails from Southampton, England. The airport is London Heathrow (LHR), with 40 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Emirates LoungeLHR Terminal 34.9 ★
- Plaza Premium Lounge (T4)LHR Terminal 44.9 ★
- Plaza Premium Lounge (T5)LHR Terminal 54.9 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Ventura?
Ventura is operated by P&O Cruises and belongs to its Grand class.
How big is Ventura?
Ventura measures 116,017 gross tons and 289 metres in length, with 19 decks.
How crowded does Ventura feel?
Ventura has a passenger space ratio of 36.3: 116,017 gross tons for 3,192 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Ventura feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Ventura carry?
Ventura carries 3,192 guests at double occupancy.
When did Ventura enter service?
Ventura entered service in 2008 and was last refurbished in 2023.
Where does Ventura sail?
Her home port is Southampton, England.
Which airport should I fly into for Ventura?
Ventura sails from Southampton, England. Fly into London Heathrow (LHR), which has 40 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
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