Pacific Adventure Mini Review (2023) 

I sailed on the Pacific Explorer in January 2024 and agree with many of these points. The constant upcharging/hidden costs in the complentary dining areas was really annoying.

You nailed my biggest gripe with the Adventure, or more P&O Australia, right at the beginning of the video. The obvious cost cutting and subsequent up charging. Whilst we still, overall, had a good time, for our 4 night cruise to Moreton Island, I don't think I'd want to do a longer cruise on her. The ship itself was quite lovely, the accessible cabin 11302 was excellent, and the crew quite lovely, the onboard experience with almost everything being up charged...even in the Waterfront, and lack of sea day daytime entertainment, soured the experience somewhat. Considering that Carnival are similarly priced on many itineraries, but offer more inclusions, I’ll certainly look into them for our next cruise, even if the decor of the Splendor is a pink nightmare :) Edit: My health prevents me from using any of the activities of the Edge.

Another great video mate, It's so great to have an Australian perspective on ships that is honest but fair. I've been on her and her twin and definitely would go again!

I have not sailed on Pacific Adventure but I did sail on the Golden Princess which was this ship former name. I enjoy this ship more than the new mega size ship due to not overcrowding, no need for appointments for events, and better passenger service. The many pools are a big plus for me that you won't find on the new ship. The up charging that you describe on P&O is something that I definitely wouldn't like. Princess cruise as well as carnival cruise basic cruise fare covers many complimentary cuisine but specialty dining not covered.

Great review. Love P and O. Used to work on Pacific Dawn. Thanks for sharing with us 😊 😀

Great video ❤ our last cruise, last November was on the pacific adventure :) it was our second cruise, our first one was on pacific explorer on the first cruise since the shut down. We loved both ships, they are both beautiful :) we have upcoming cruises on resilent lady, quantum of the seas, pacific explorer again and carnival splendor between now and April 2025 :) we have caught the cruising bug ❤❤ we want to try as many different cruise lines and ships before working out our favourite :)

Amazing video! Such a great review 👏

I have a few favourite parts on the Adventure i like to go there and i think she is a beauty i have sailed on her twice and there will be another one this year

Thanks for the vid! Will be going to P&O Pacific Adventure in the coming month :) Could you please confirm what type of 'chargers' the ship lacks again? Would appreciate any tips on what is good to bring! Cheers.

Do you remember the alcohol 🍸food prices? That's great video