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Join me onboard the most recent addition to P&O Australia’s fleet, the Pacific Adventure.
The Pacific Adventure began her life with Princess Cruises, where she sailed as the Golden Princess since 2001. Pacific Adventure is a Grand Class ship, and rejoins her sister Pacific Encounter which previously sailed as the Star Princess.
Like Encounter, she’s 290m in length and 109k gross tonnes and offers a huge variety of indoor and outdoor public spaces.
On the dining front, the ship offers several P&O classics including the Waterfront, Angelo’s Italian, Dragon Lady and 400 Gradi. Additionally, celebrity chef, Luke Mangan’s Salt Bar & Grill debuts aboard Encounter. Plus, a new poolside takeaway pizza venue called Gradi Pronto is available next to Luke Mangan’s casual eatery, Luke’s Burger Bar.
P&O’s take on the cruise ship buffet is also available. Called The Pantry, this dining venue is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers an array of cuisines from each of its food-court like shop fronts. There is also a range of self-service food options like sandwiches, salads, fruit and bakery items available throughout the day.
The Adventure Hotel is P&O’s take on the classic Australian pub. This completely revamped space is a central hub of entertainment and activities onboard Encounter and is where you’ll go draught beer and a whole lot of fun.
Pacific Adventure also has twin-racing waterslides installed on her upper pool deck, plus P&O’s famous Edge attractions which include the Flying Fox, Walk the Plank, Rock Climbing and more.
The adults only Oasis is located completely aft, with multiple terraced decks cascading down to a wake-view pool. With its own bar and comfortable loungers, this is a fantastic spot to while away a day at sea.
A brand new indoor two level family pool zone means that kids and parents can enjoy their time onboard in an environment tailor made for families.
Pacific Adventure’s crowning glory and most unmistakable physical feature is the Altitude night club. Perched high above her stern, the lounge by day and night club by evening sits on Deck 18 and provides for incredible daytime views and night time fun. With a dance floor, DJ booth, bar and ample seating spaces, Altitude is the new go-to night time entertainment zone.
There are plenty of other spaces to enjoy board, like Black Circus, the Marquee Theatre, Charlie’s Bar, the Ocean Bar, Blue Room and Encounter Hotel so make sure you watch the whole tour to not miss a thing.
The Byron Beach Club is a luxurious outdoor zone, reserved exclusively for residents of the Byron Beach mini suites and the full suites onboard the ship.
The ship also offers a full gym and fitness centre, spa and beauty salon.
