With the end of lockdown finally in sight, everyone’s minds turn to a holiday. Bookings for summer getaways have surged more than 600% after the lockdown roadmap announcement in February.
However, with the uncertainty on the rules this summer in the UK and in other countries, a UK summer staycation is being encouraged for this year.
P&O Cruises have come to offer a series of short break and week-long UK cruises as “the ultimate escape” staycation this summer.
P&O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said, “Whilst holidays here in the UK will be the first to become a reality we will, of course, gradually see the return of international travel but first we want guests to be able to enjoy a proper summer holiday at sea with the best in relaxation, entertainment and dining choice.”
Ludlow has expressed his disappointment about having to cancel sailings across Arcadia, Aurora, Azura and Venture, but said “the new UK cruises will enable everyone to enjoy a wonderful holiday this summer”.
“We hope that the UK “ultimate escape” staycation option will have wide appeal and we will do our utmost to make it a very special time. There really will be something for everyone and the opportunity to spend precious and much-longed for time with family and friends.”
All guests whose cruises have been cancelled will automatically receive a Future Cruise Credit worth 125% of what they paid. This 125% Future Cruise Credit can be redeemed against any new booking made by the end of December 2021, on any cruise on sale at the time of booking. Alternatively, 100% refund is available through the form on www.pocruises.com and may be requested until December 2021.
