Special interest cruises - the holiday of a lifetime with P&O Cruises

P&O Cruises have some of the most innovative and luxurious ships you will find. They cruise to 225 destinations in 90 countries worldwide. In addition to their world adventuring itineraries they offer passengers the chance to enhance their time on board one of their six magnificent ships, to develop new skills and foster new interests with their special interest cruises.

A ‘Nature’ cruise on board Artemis offers an insight into the wonders of the Natural World, whether you are cruising the waters of the Caribbean or sailing down the Amazon River. A ‘Nature’ cruise gives you a glimpse into life beneath the seas as well as ashore, you can join the experts and learn all about the luxuriant rain forests, waterfall-filled jungles and coconut and banana plantations.

‘Wine and Spirits Appreciation’ on board Artemis offers the opportunity to join experts from the world of wine and spirits and listen to talks on specific regions and vinoculture, whilst sampling a selection of wine and spirits.

Join a team of experts for a fascinating insight into the world of art and architecture, focusing on Baltic capitals on the ‘Art and Architecture’ cruises on board Artemis.

For those of you with a love of antiques the ‘Antiques’ cruise offers the chance of learning more about them, perhaps by listening to talks on topics such as silver, porcelain, furniture, glass and many other specialist areas. These will include Art Deco, future collectables, building your own collection and many more. There will also be opportunities to discuss your own pieces and receive estimations as to their valuation worth.

‘Current Affairs’ enables passengers to join specialists from the fields of news and politics and gain a greater understanding into the world of current affairs. Discover what life if like as a government minister, how policies are decided upon and introduced and how a correspondent would report on these issues.

‘Literature’ cruises will have experts presenting readings and talks on British literature, past and present from novelists and great British poets to contemporary British literature from Booker Prize winners to modern day classics. Not only will there by readings of famous passages, there will also be an opportunity to learn how to write and get published.

‘Civilisations’ cruise is a voyage into discovery providing an insight into the different cultures and histories of the countries you will visit on the cruise.

If you have a passion for gardening the ‘Gardening’ cruise is the perfect chance to further your knowledge, with a team of specialists on board talking through a huge number of topics, including the use of greenhouses, cottage gardens, vegetables, fruit and herbs.

‘Martitime History’ cruises allow guests to join enthusiasts discovering the journey of maritime history in Britain from the days of King Henry VIII to those of Queen Elizabeth II.

‘Jazz’ cruises will feature two different jazz bands who will present a wide range of music, throughout the day and evening. In addition there will be a series of talks about some of the ‘greats’ of the Jazz scene.

For those of you who love the Christmas season ‘Christmas Markets’ will delight you with a team of speakers guiding you through the enchantment and wonder of Christmas. You will visit special markets at ports of call, with the chance to see how to prepare festive food and create your own cards and gift wrap.

Marco Pierre White will be on board for an amazing special interest cruise for those of you passionate about food. The world renowned chef created the White Room on board Ventura.

‘Tate Talks’ are to be available on Ventura, offering a fascinating insight into the world of modern art. Delivered by Tate Modern curators, experts and selected artists you can enjoy talks, interviews and even get hands on with a creative workshop on board.