Arcadia

3 reviews | 221° place out of 739
88.69
Details
  • Shipyard Fincantieri
  • Year 2005
  • Length 285.30 m
  • Beam 32.20 m
  • Tons 84,342 gt
  • Decks 11
  • Cabins 1000
  • Passengers 2110
  • Crew 886
  • Crew/Pax ratio 1 : 2.38
  • Currency GBP
  • Language English
  • Flag Bermuda
Description

This is the fourth ship in the “Vista” class and the first not to be done in the official colors of Holland America Line. It was originally destined for Cunard with the name Queen Victoria, but during its construction Carnival Corporation decided to transfer the order to P&O Cruises. A characteristic of this class is the panoramic elevators located on the sides of the ship, that allow for a spectacular view of the sea. The interior decorations reflect the tastes of the British clientele to which it is dedicated. Recently Arcadia has undergone a modification in its external paint design.
Matteo Martinuzzi

88.69 Global rating
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Cole H @Cole_12 New Contributor (1) 21/08/2025
84.42

My Experience on Board Arcadia

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I departed from Southampton for a truly enchanting cruise aboard Arcadia, following an itinerary that led me to discover some of Norway’s most stunning destinations. But beyond the captivating ports of call, what truly made this cruise special was the entertainment on board Arcadia. Every evening offered something different: live shows featuring talented singers, dancers, and comedians – always of excellent quality. The ship’s theatre is beautiful, well-organized, and offers a varied and engaging programme. During the day, there was no shortage of activities: quizzes, dance classes, culinary demonstrations, and for those seeking relaxation, the spa area and indoor pool were simply perfect. In short, this experience aboard Arcadia struck a perfect balance between exploration, relaxation, and high-quality entertainment. I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone who appreciates well-curated entertainment in an elegant setting.


Cruising area
Northern Europe, Svalbards, Greenland
Experience
Cruised (8 days)
Language
English
Period
Aug 2025
Who cruised?
Friends
Nationality
United Kingdom

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Margaret B @MargaretBrennan New Contributor (1) 06/04/2021
97.32

Marvellous World Cruise

I liked

- Comfortable and stylish cabins, our balcony cabin was spacious and clean. - Excellent food with plenty of choice.

I didn't like

- Missed all Asia ports due to Covid -33 days at sea due to Covid

Comment

We had a wonderful World cruise on Arcadia. The crew were always so friendly and helpful. All food was delicious and well presented, there was also plenty of choice. Our balcony cabin was lovely with plenty of space and comfort.


Cruising area
Asia
Experience
Cruised (99 days)
Language
English
Period
Jan 2020
Who cruised?
Couple
Nationality
United Kingdom

Ports of call: - World Cruise (roundtrip Southampton)

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Jennifer L @Jennifer Expert Contributor (9) 25/12/2019
84.33

A nice English cruise

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A very nice cruise in the Caribbean with this English cruise line. Arcadia is a beautiful cruise ship, with excellent service and food. Really recommended!


Cruising area
Caribbean
Experience
Cruised (14 days)
Language
Italian
Period
Nov 2016
Who cruised?
Couple
Nationality
United States

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