P&O Arvia Caribbean Cruises 2028

Why Choose Arvia for the Caribbean in 2028?

Caribbean cruises in 2028 aboard P&O Arvia sit at the heart of what P&O Cruises does best: long, island-hopping itineraries that give you real time ashore, on a ship big enough to keep life interesting at sea. Arvia was built specifically for warm-weather sailing, and the Caribbean is its home territory. You fly out, step aboard in the sun, and the ship does the rest.

Where Does Arvia Sail in the Caribbean in 2028?

Almost all of the 2028 sailings concentrate on the Southern Caribbean, with a smaller selection covering the broader Caribbean region. Itineraries run from 14 to 27 nights, with most sailing at 14 nights — long enough to reach islands that shorter cruises skip entirely. The majority are round-trip voyages, though 4 sailings are one-way, so it is worth checking the disembarkation port before you book.

Southern Caribbean

The Southern Caribbean sailings are the heart of the programme, and they are the ones that earn Arvia its reputation on this route. Departing from Barbados, Antigua and Charlestown (Nevis), these itineraries thread their way through some of the most vivid islands in the region. Barbados is the most frequent embarkation point, and for good reason — Bridgetown is well connected from the UK, and the island rewards an extra night or two before you board.

For the 17 round-trip sailings, you return to your starting port at the end, which makes the logistics of the trip straightforward. You fly out, cruise, and fly home — and we can tie all of that together as a single Cruise1st Package.

Broader Caribbean Sailings

The 4 Caribbean sailings in the broader region offer a different shape of holiday. Some of these are one-way itineraries, ending at a different port from where they begin — Barbados and Antigua both appear as disembarkation ports, and Southampton features too. If your sailing ends abroad, a flight home is needed, and our team can book that alongside your outbound travel so you are never left to piece it together yourself.

About P&O Arvia

Arvia entered service as P&O Cruises’ dedicated sun-destination ship, designed from the outset for warm-weather itineraries. It is a large ship, carrying a substantial number of guests across a wide range of cabin grades, dining venues and deck spaces — all oriented around outdoor living. The lido deck is the social hub at sea, and the pool areas are built to cope with the full complement of guests on a Caribbean day.

Dining on Arvia spans casual buffet eating through to speciality restaurants that need a reservation. There are bars and lounges spread across the ship, a spa, and a theatre that hosts nightly productions. For families, there are dedicated children’s clubs covering different age groups; for adults wanting quieter corners, there are areas of the ship designated adults-only. It is a ship that works for couples, families and solo cruisers travelling as part of a group, and the Caribbean programme suits all of them.

What Cabin Grades Are Available on Arvia?

Arvia offers a full range of cabin grades, from inside rooms to the most spacious suites. Prices start at £1,119 pp* for the lowest grade on sale. The Arvia cabins and deck plans page shows exact sizes, layouts and deck positions for every grade. As a guide, the grades run from the inside out:

• Inside cabins — the most affordable option, with no window, well suited to guests who spend most of their time on deck or ashore.
• Ocean-view cabins — a fixed window brings natural light in without the outdoor space of a balcony.
• Balcony cabins — the most popular grade on a Caribbean sailing, giving you a private outdoor space to watch islands appear on the horizon.
• Suites — the largest spaces on the ship, with more generous living areas, priority boarding and additional amenities depending on the tier.

Choosing the right grade depends as much on how you spend your time at sea as it does on budget. Our team can talk you through what each grade actually gets you on Arvia specifically — call before you book and they will help you decide.

Are There Discounts on Arvia Caribbean Cruises in 2028?

Every sailing in the 2028 Caribbean programme carries a discount from the price previously listed for that cabin grade. Most reductions run at around 10%, which is a useful saving on a 14-night or longer trip. One departure carries a reduction of up to 22%, though that is the exception rather than the rule — the typical saving is closer to 10%. It is worth checking individual departures rather than assuming a uniform level of discount across the board, as the figures vary by date and grade.

Do I Need a Flight to Join Arvia in the Caribbean?

Yes — every 2028 Caribbean sailing aboard Arvia embarkation from abroad, so a flight is part of the trip. Bridgetown in Barbados, Antigua and Charlestown (Nevis) are the 3 embarkation ports, and none of them are reachable without flying. The good news is that this is exactly the kind of trip we put together as a complete package: flights from your nearest UK airport, a hotel the night before you board, transfers to the port, and the cruise itself — all on one booking, with one point of contact if anything needs adjusting.

If your sailing is one-way and ends at a different port, we book the return flight home too. See our Barbados fly-cruise options for more on how the packages work.

How to Make the Most of a Barbados Fly-Cruise

Barbados is the most common starting point for an Arvia Caribbean cruise in 2028, and it deserves more than a one-night stopover. Bridgetown is an easy place to spend a day or two before you board — the beaches are close to the cruise terminal, the food scene is excellent, and the island is compact enough to explore in a hire car or taxi without needing a full excursion programme.

Arriving a night early also removes the anxiety of a same-day flight-to-ship connection. If your flight is delayed, you are already on the island; if it lands on time, you gain an evening in the Caribbean before the cruise has even started. We can add pre-cruise hotel nights in Barbados to your booking, alongside airport transfers and any excursions you want to arrange in advance. Our 14-day cruises from Barbados page covers more departure options if you want to compare itineraries.

What Shore Experiences Can I Expect on a Southern Caribbean Cruise?

The Southern Caribbean is one of the most varied cruising regions in the world for what you can do ashore. Across a 14-night or longer itinerary, you are likely to visit a mix of island types — some with dramatic volcanic interiors and rainforest hiking, others with flat coral terrain, powder-white beaches and calm snorkelling bays. Port days typically give you six to eight hours ashore, which is enough time to explore independently or join an organised excursion.

P&O Arvia offers a programme of shore excursions bookable through the cruise line, covering everything from jeep tours and catamaran trips to distillery visits and guided walks. You can also book independently once you are in port — taxis, local tour operators and beach clubs are available at most stops. Charlestown on Nevis is one of the quieter ports of call, with a well-preserved Georgian-era town centre and excellent snorkelling just offshore. Antigua is famous for its beaches — 365 of them by local count — and for the historic English Harbour, which is one of the Caribbean’s best-preserved naval dockyards.

If you are sailing from Barbados in 2028, the island also makes a rewarding base at the start or end of your trip, with rum distillery tours, the historic garrison area and some of the best beach restaurants in the region all within easy reach of Bridgetown.

Why Book Your Arvia Caribbean Cruise with Cruise1st?

Cruise1st is one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, and P&O Cruises is one of the lines we know in detail. That means when you call us about an Arvia sailing, you are speaking to someone who can tell you the difference between a mid-ship balcony and an aft-facing one, which fare tier suits your travel plans, and whether a one-way or round-trip itinerary makes more sense for the dates you have in mind.

We are rated 4.5 out of 5 on Trustpilot from over 7,000 reviews, and we are ABTA and ATOL protected — so your money and your holiday are covered. As a Cruise1st Package, we can add flights, hotels, transfers, tours and insurance around your cruise in one clean booking. You will not need to juggle multiple bookings or multiple suppliers. We handle it, and you just turn up.

For port logistics — whether that is parking near Southampton for a repositioning leg, or airport transfers in Barbados — our team can advise and book those too. Nothing is left for you to sort at the last minute.

Explore More 2028 Sailings

If you are comparing options for 2028, there is plenty to explore. P&O Cruises 2028 sailings cover a wide range of destinations beyond the Caribbean. The broader cruises 2028 programme across all lines includes everything from short breaks to world voyages. If the Mediterranean appeals alongside the Caribbean, Mediterranean cruises in 2028 are well stocked. P&O’s sister ship Iona in 2028 is another large-ship option worth looking at.

For Barbados specifically, the Barbados cruises 2028 page brings together all departures using the island, and Barbados cruises from Southampton is worth checking if you want to compare a no-fly option from home. If you are thinking about the year before, Barbados cruises and stay 2027 and Barbados cruises 2027 are both live with availability. For Caribbean cruises in 2027 with P&O specifically, see Caribbean 2027 cruises with P&O Cruises, or browse Caribbean fly-cruises 2027 for a wider comparison.

The full Arvia Caribbean cruise programme covers all years, and the cruises from Southampton hub is useful if you want to explore what is available from a UK port without flying. All cruises available through Cruise1st can be searched and filtered by destination, ship, duration and departure port.

For Caribbean sailing in 2027 from Southampton, 2027 cruises from Southampton aboard Arvia is the page to check. And if you are weighing up other lines for the Caribbean, Caribbean 2027 cruises with New York stays adds a city break to the mix.

*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.