Moonlit strolls on deck, dining under the stars and private Jacuzzi baths await passengers of P&O Cruises Arcadia, due to launch in just under eight weeks. Britain�s most romantic superliner will be offering child-free cruises for anyone thinking of booking a holiday this Valentine�s Day.

Romantic reasons to cruise on Arcadia include specially designed Couples Spa Rooms, where passengers can be professionally relaxed together. Full body massages, reflexology and hot poultice therapies are among the treatments couples can enjoy together in the private rooms of Britain�s largest spa at sea. Those looking for a more intimate pampering experience can opt for Arcadia�s private Jacuzzi baths which can be found in every suite and mini-suite.

When it comes to romantic dinners, Arcadia will offer a choice of six alternative dining options including Asian and Oriental fusion restaurant �The Orchid� with panoramic views across the ocean. Gary Rhodes� newest restaurant, Arcadian Rhodes, offers British cuisine with a modern twist and is developed exclusively for P&O Cruises. Passionate passengers can also order room service and eat on a private balcony under the stars, with meals included in the ticket price.

Philip Price, Head of Brand Marketing for P&O Cruises says, �Cruise holidays are synonymous with romance and relaxation. Arcadia takes this one step further with her child-free status and her focus on creative ways couples can enjoy their time together. When she launches on 12 April, Arcadia will be set apart from other cruise ships by the contemporary cruise experience she offers, making every day feel like Valentine�s Day.�

Destinations on Arcadia�s 2005/6 itinerary include the Mediterranean, Atlantic Isles, Baltic, Norwegian Fjords, the USA, the Caribbean and Central America. Next Valentine�s Day, Arcadia will be on a 15-night �Caribbean Classic� voyage from New Orleans to Barbados, calling at Key West, San Juan, St. Thomas, St. Kitts, Sty. Lucia, Mayreau, Tobago and Trinidad. Prices start at �1439.*

To make a booking or for further information, please call 0845 3 555 333 or visit www.pocruises.co.uk

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Editor * Price is per person, based on two people sharing an inside twin cabin with shower and inclusive of 40 per cent Pricebreaker early booking discount.

P&O Cruises has been operating cruise ships for 160 years and combines innovation, professionalism and unrivalled experience on its fleet of four superliners. P&O Cruises offer predominantly British passengers the most stylish and friendly holidays afloat with destinations including the Caribbean, South America, Scandinavia, Mediterranean, Canary Islands and Round the World cruises.

For further information, please contact: Penny Guy (penny.guy@pocruises.com) 023 8065 6651/ 07730 732 072 or Clare Cole (clare.cole@pocruises.com) 023 8065 6650/ 07730 732 065