USA And Caribbean

24 nights from £2,499pp departing Tuesday 29th Oct 2024

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	29th29	OctOct	202424	Southampton, England, embark on the Aurora
Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.
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	2nd02	NovNov	202424	Funchal, Madeira, Portugal	Early Morning	Early Evening
Formed by a volcanic eruption, Madeira lies in the Gulf Stream, about 500 miles due west of Casablanca. Discovered by Portuguese explorer João Gonçalves Zarco in 1419, this beautiful island became part of Portugal’s vast empire and was named for the dense forest which cloaked it - 'Madeira' means 'wood' in Portuguese. Sugar plantations first brought wealth here, and when King Charles II of England granted an exclusive franchise to sell wine to England and its colonies, many British emigrants were drawn to the capital, Funchal. Today’s travellers come to Madeira for the varied and luxuriant scenery, from mountain slopes covered with vines to picturesque villages and a profusion of wild flowers. The natural beauty of the island has earned it many pseudonyms such as ‘The Floating Garden of the Atlantic’, 'The Island of Eternal Springtime' and ‘God’s Botanical Gardens’ and our selection of excursions aim to show you why.
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	8th08	NovNov	202424	Sint Maarten, Sint Maarten (Dutch part)	Early Morning	Early Evening
	9th09	NovNov	202424	Guadeloupe, Guadeloupe	Early Morning	Early Evening
Guadeloupe, shaped like a giant butterfly, lies between the islands of Antigua and Dominica. As a French overseas department it has the same form of administration as any other French department. The main concentration of population is in Pointe-à-Pitre, its name derived from a Dutch fisherman of Jewish origin who was expelled from Brazil by the Portuguese. As the island’s main economic centre, Pointe-à-Pitre lies at the junction where the bridge spans the Salée River, dividing Basse-Terre from Grande-Terre. The bustling city of some 100,000 inhabitants experienced over the years severe damage from earthquakes, fires and hurricanes. The remaining French colonial structures help to retain a certain charm while at the same time a modern city is emerging. In sharp contrast to the glitzy duty-free shops are the bustling market and the Place de la Victoire, surrounded by wood buildings with balconies and shutters. Out of town, on the Grande-Terre side, are the major tourist areas of Gosier and Ste. Anne, known for their white sand beaches and resort hotels. Mountainous Basse-Terre is home to the Soufrière volcano and the 74,100-acre (29,600-ha) Parc Naturel, full of lakes, waterfalls and hot springs in addition to lush vegetation and stunning scenery.
	10th10	NovNov	202424	Saint Vincent, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines	Early Morning	Early Evening
	11th11	NovNov	202424	Castries, Saint Lucia	Early Morning	Early Evening
The typical image of a lush tropical paradise comes to life on the friendly island of St Lucia. Despite its small size – just 27 miles long and 14 miles wide – St Lucia is rich in natural splendour with dense emerald rainforest, banana plantations and orchards of coconut, mango and papaya trees. The twin peaks of Les Pitons, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site rise dramatically 2,000 feet into the sky and dominate the island. Look out for unusual birds with brilliant plumage such as the St Lucia parrot, see a surprising diversity of exotic flora and enjoy the warm hospitality of the islanders in the small villages and open-air markets. Please be aware that St Lucia is a small, mountainous island, with steep, winding and bumpy roads. Customers with back and neck problems should take this into consideration when booking an excursion.
	12th12	NovNov	202424	Bridgetown, Barbados	Early Morning	Early Evening
Located beside the island’s only natural harbour, the capital of Barbados combines modern and colonial architecture with glorious palm tree-lined beaches and a number of historical attractions. Experience the relaxed culture of the city renowned for its British-style parliament buildings and vibrant beach life, and seek out the Anglican church and the 19th-century Barbados Garrison. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades.
	13th13	NovNov	202424	At Sea
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	18th18	NovNov	202424	Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal	Early Morning	Early Evening
Offering solace on the long journey across the Atlantic, Ponta Delgada is the Azores Islands' largest city, and a welcome relief for any weary sailor. Located on an archipelago of Portuguese islands, some 1,100 miles from the mainland, you can explore humbling volcanic scenery, as well as Sao Miguel's verdant landscape - which glows with colour when the hydrangeas that the Azores are known for bloom into life during the summer months. The striking black and white facade of the Church of Sao Jose welcomes you to the city itself, while you can head to the markets to pick up the pineapples, tea leaves and coffee beans that add a little flavour to the island. As the largest city of the Azores, Ponta Delgada is well stocked with places to eat delicious local seafood, or pick up a little shopping, as you enjoy setting your feet on dry land, following a long journey at sea. Volcanic firepower has carved these stunning islands, and a journey up to Caldeira das Sete Cidades is a must do, where you can hike beside the water-filled crater, and admire views of steep green walls, and the uninterrupted Atlantic Ocean stretching beyond them. Lagoa de Fogo offers yet more humbling views, with the crater lake dropping off sharply to rippled ocean far below.
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	22nd22	NovNov	202424	Southampton, England, disembark the Aurora
Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.

Aurora

Launch Year

2000

Refit Year

2019

Tonnage

76,152

Capacity

1,874

Cabins

962

Accessible

F Deck

E Deck

Prom Deck

D Deck

C Deck

B Deck

A Deck

Lido Deck

Sun Deck

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Balcony Cabins

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
GF	Balcony	£4,649	£5,249
GE	Balcony	£4,769	£5,399
GC	Balcony	£4,929	£5,569
GD	Balcony	£4,929	£5,539
GB	Balcony	£5,059	£5,699
GA	Balcony	£5,179	£5,819

Fully air-conditioned balcony cabins enjoy two lower beds convertible to king-size bed. Bathrooms boast a hairdryer, bath with shower or shower only. There is a chair and table, TV, and telephone, writing desk, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. There is also a safe. Floor to ceiling sliding glass doors lead to your balcony with recliner chairs and table with mineral water on arrival.

Inside Cabin

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
PF	Inside	£2,499	£2,799
PE	Inside	£2,529	£2,829
PD	Inside	£2,549	£2,849
PC	Inside	£2,599	£2,899
PB	Inside	£2,649	£2,949
PA	Inside	£2,699	£3,049
OE	Larger Inside	£2,929	£3,249
OA	Larger Inside	£2,949	£3,289

Air-conditioned inside cabins have two lower beds that are convertible to a king-size bed with wardrobe and drawer space. The bathroom has a shower plus a hairdryer. There is a vanity/writing desk, and a TV for your enjoyment, , telephone, safe and tea and coffee making facilities with mineral water on arrival.

Mini-Suites

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
CD	Mini-Suite	£8,299	£9,099
CB	Mini-Suite	£8,839	£9,639

Fully air-conditioned mini-suites boast a separate bedroom area with two lower beds convertible to queen-size bed. Bathrooms boast a whirlpool bath, shower, dual sink vanity unit and WC plus luxurious premier pamper pack, bathrobe & slippers and a hairdryer.

There is a sofa, chair and table, a TV and DVD player, plus radio and telephone, writing desk, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. There is also a safe. Floor to ceiling sliding glass doors lead to your balcony with chairs and table.

Mini-suites have a magazine and newspaper selection, atlas and binoculars, plus fruit basket, mineral water, flowers, Champagne and chocolates on arrival and daily canapés.

Suites

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
B5	Suite	£10,319	£11,239
B2	Suite	£10,879	£11,819
B1	Suite	£11,499	£12,439
A1	Penthouse Suite	£13,949	£15,039

Fully air-conditioned suites enjoy two lower beds convertible to king-size bed. Bathrooms boast a whirlpool bath , shower and plus luxurious premier pamper pack, bathrobe & slippers. Additionally there is a useful walk-in dressing area with a hairdryer.

The lounge has a sofa & chairs plus dining table and chairs, with a mini stereo and a TV plus and telephone, writing desk, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. There is also a safe. Floor to ceiling sliding glass doors lead to your balcony with loungers, chairs and table. Suites have an optional butler service, magazine and newspaper selection, atlas and binoculars, plus fruit basket, mineral water, flowers, Champagne and chocolates on arrival.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Alexandria Restaurant

Club Dining at the Alexandria Restaurant. Choose a particular Club Dining seating and you’ll dine at the same time and table each night and enjoy the same company. It’s the way many a friendship has been made on board.

Medina Restaurant

Freedom Dining at the Medina Restaurant. Like to escape the usual routine on holiday? Then you’ll love the flexibility of Freedom Dining. Opt for an early dinner one night and a late supper the next; you can shape each day as you please.

Sindhu

Showcasing a menu which is a triumph of perfectly balanced spices, delicate flavours and wonderful aromas, this restaurant has become a firm favourite with many. So why not take a seat amidst its sumptuous fabrics and opulent décor to experience a treat for your senses?

The Beach House

Located in the buffet restaurant during the evening, The Beach House offers great ocean views to go along with a casual menu of grills and seafood. When the sun is shining, there’s also the opportunity to sit outside on the terrace.

The Glass House

In The Glass House we bring the world of wine to you… varieties from all four corners of the globe, by the glass, by the bottle and, if you fancy, right by a plate of fabulous food.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Raffles Bar

A wonderful area to meet up with new friends for a mid-afternoon break or after dinner drink, the court offers lovely views of the atrium and its' 35 foot centre-piece sculpture. Comfortable sofas and chairs, in conjunction with soft lighting, create a relaxing ambience. Raffles Court also offers access to Vanderbilt's card room and Sindhu.

Pool Bars

Our pool bars offer a casual place to socialise and relax in throughout the day and into the evening. On a hot day nothing is better than lounging by one of our pools, sipping a cool drink, or two, and feeling yourself completely unwind.

Monte Carlo Casino

The flashing lights of the slot machines and the suspense of blackjack beckons, as does a great night out. As night falls our casinos come alive. Featuring the latest in slot machines and gaming tables, our friendly croupiers are on hand to oversee the evening’s events. During the day there are gaming workshops for those who’ve never played before and at night, tournaments for those who believe Lady Luck is on their side. The gaming tables include Three Card Poker, Blackjack and of course, Roulette, one of the oldest and most popular games of chance.

Champions

If you just want to socialise, catch up with friends over a few bevvies, or carry off the cup in a pub quiz, touch down in Champions. For lovers of all things sporting, it's a slam dunk. It's the place to enjoy a drink while celebrating all things great about British sport.

The Curzon Theatre

You’ll see spectacular productions on stage at The Curzon, a lavish theatre seating up to 652 people. In the Curzon Theatre you'll find there's multiple performances on selected nights, so you can plan your evening however you like. Catch a show before dinner or enjoy one after. On Aurora you'll enjoy entertainment such as cabaret performances, stand-up comedy, interactive game shows, quizzes, and talent shows.

Anderson's

Traditional sofas, bookcases and panelled walls create a very British ambience and the feel of an exclusive country club. You will find Anderson's on Promenade Deck. Welcoming and elegant and ideally located next to the Curzon Theatre, its refined setting is perfect for a pre-show drink or a warming nightcap. The bar is named after Arthur Anderson, the founder of P&O, who is said to have had an amazing attention to detail. So we certainly believe he would have approved of the long bar, the ornate fireplace and the traditional artworks.

The Crow's Nest

At 105 feet above the waterline, this stylish cocktail bar is higher than the bridge and affords the ship's most amazing views. By day you can watch the glistening sea as the world floats by in this comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. As evening draws in The Crow's Nest comes into its own; with a light tickling of the ivories to set the mood, there's no better vantage point from which to enjoy a dramatic sunset at sea.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

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Holiday Summary

	24 nights aboard the Aurora
	Choose FREE on-board spend, coach transfers or car parking (Select Fares only)
	Gratuities Included
	Complimentary daily afternoon tea
	Evening entertainment & Broadway style shows
	Continental Breakfast in your cabin
	24-hour complimentary (standard) room service
	Speciality Restaurants (charges may apply)
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Interior staterooms from		£2,499pp
PA	Inside	£2,699pp
PB	Inside	£2,649pp
PC	Inside	£2,599pp
PD	Inside	£2,549pp
PE	Inside	£2,529pp
PF	Inside	£2,499pp
RE	Single Outside
OA	Larger Inside	£2,949pp
OE	Larger Inside

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,379pp
LB	Outside	£3,729pp
LC	Outside	£3,639pp
LD	Outside
LE	Outside	£3,439pp
LF	Outside	£3,379pp
K5	Outside (Obstructed)	£3,959pp
KB	Larger Outside
KD	Larger Outside

Balcony staterooms from		£4,649pp
EA	Deluxe Balcony
EB	Deluxe Balcony
ED	Deluxe Balcony	£5,669pp
EE	Deluxe Balcony	£5,479pp
GA	Balcony
GB	Balcony
GC	Balcony	£4,929pp
GD	Balcony
GE	Balcony
GF	Balcony	£4,649pp
QF	Single Balcony

Suite staterooms
A1	Penthouse Suite
B1	Suite
B2	Suite
B5	Suite
CB	Mini-Suite
CD	Mini-Suite

Interior staterooms from		£2,499pp
PA	Inside	£2,699pp
PB	Inside	£2,649pp
PC	Inside	£2,599pp
PD	Inside	£2,549pp
PE	Inside	£2,529pp
PF	Inside	£2,499pp
RE	Single Outside
OA	Larger Inside	£2,949pp
OE	Larger Inside

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,379pp
LB	Outside	£3,729pp
LC	Outside	£3,639pp
LD	Outside
LE	Outside	£3,439pp
LF	Outside	£3,379pp
K5	Outside (Obstructed)	£3,959pp
KB	Larger Outside
KD	Larger Outside

Balcony staterooms from		£4,649pp
EA	Deluxe Balcony
EB	Deluxe Balcony
ED	Deluxe Balcony	£5,669pp
EE	Deluxe Balcony	£5,479pp
GA	Balcony
GB	Balcony
GC	Balcony	£4,929pp
GD	Balcony
GE	Balcony
GF	Balcony	£4,649pp
QF	Single Balcony

Suite staterooms
A1	Penthouse Suite
B1	Suite
B2	Suite
B5	Suite
CB	Mini-Suite
CD	Mini-Suite

Interior staterooms from		£2,799pp
PA	Inside	£3,049pp
PB	Inside	£2,949pp
PC	Inside	£2,899pp
PD	Inside	£2,849pp
PE	Inside	£2,829pp
PF	Inside	£2,799pp
RE	Single Outside
OA	Larger Inside	£3,289pp
OE	Larger Inside

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,779pp
LB	Outside	£4,149pp
LC	Outside	£4,079pp
LD	Outside
LE	Outside	£3,849pp
LF	Outside	£3,779pp
K5	Outside (Obstructed)	£4,399pp
KB	Larger Outside
KD	Larger Outside

Balcony staterooms from		£5,249pp
EA	Deluxe Balcony
EB	Deluxe Balcony
ED	Deluxe Balcony	£6,359pp
EE	Deluxe Balcony	£6,119pp
GA	Balcony
GB	Balcony
GC	Balcony	£5,569pp
GD	Balcony
GE	Balcony
GF	Balcony	£5,249pp
QF	Single Balcony

Suite staterooms
A1	Penthouse Suite
B1	Suite
B2	Suite
B5	Suite
CB	Mini-Suite
CD	Mini-Suite