P&O Cruises: Aurora, Europe, the Caribbean, USA and Canada
A mid-size ship in the P&O fleet, Aurora is perfectly suited to family cruise holidays exploring the Med, Northern Europe (including short cruises to Amsterdam and the Norwegian Fjords), the Caribbean, USA or Canada, with a variety of itineraries lasting different durations and with different shore excursions to suit all families.
On-board facilities include childcare for all kids from six months and up, including teen activities and a night nursery for the youngest of guests so you can enjoy an evening meal or show. There are also three pools suitable for children and a sports area with basketball and tennis.
Modern spacious cabins, many with balcony and sea views, comfortably sleep families. Packages include en-suite accommodation, flights (where applicable), dining (but not drinks) and entertainment; ice-cream and drinks packages are available as add-ons.
Location
Aurora sails from the UK around Europe, the Med, the Caribbean, USA and Canada thoughout the year. To find out more about the destinations, routes and timetables, please contact us direct.
What to expect
Childcare
Splashers (ages 2–4 years).
Surfers (ages 5–8 years).
Scubas (ages 9–12 years).
h2o (ages 13–17 years).
Each kids' club has a dedicated area of the ship and qualified staff, and is open during the day and evening.
Night nursery in sleep room (ages 6 months–4 years; 6pm–2am nightly).
All are free of charge.
P&O Cruises do not permit children under the age of 6 months.
Family pool.
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Child having fun.
Accommodation
Twin cabins sleep up to 4 with extra fold-down beds from the ceiling or walls.
Suites sleep up to 4 in twin beds and extra sofabeds.
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Aurora at sea.
Facilities
Childcare (see above).
3 family pools.
Several restaurants, cafés and bars.
Spa.
Sport courts; tennis; table tennis; basketball; gym.
Theatre (live music; comedy, musicals), cinema, casino, library.
Dance and language classes (adults).
Shops.
Satellite internet package (extra charge; can be purchased on-board).
Shore excursions.
Family meal time.
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