First look: Photos of P&O Cruises’ stunning new 345m vessel Arvia ahead of her maiden voyage from Southampton to the Canary Islands

Stunning footage has been revealed showing P&O Cruises’ new ship Arvia arriving in Southampton ahead of her maiden voyage – and her glittering interior.

The 185,000-tonne, 345-metre (1,131 ft) Excel-class ship is sailing for the Canary Islands today (Friday) after docking in Southampton on Sunday. Cruise Experience’.

He said: ‘[Arvia] It embodies the latest trends in travel, dining and entertainment, and is the epitome of a year-round sunny resort that sails to the warmest climates. It inherits the aesthetics and general layout of sister ship Iona, but offers new and exciting exterior and interior spaces that make the most of Arvia’s commitment to the Caribbean and Mediterranean.

“We can’t wait for our first guests… to see the exceptional attention to detail, the design of the restaurants and bars, the scale of the theatre, the layout and new brands in the shopping area and the exciting activities on the top deck. We see a new generation that recognizes the value for money and individuality of a holiday by the sea.”

Arvia’s sparkling Glass House restaurant

Arvia features include a swim-up bar, an infinity pool “with uninterrupted views of the ship’s passage” and the first high-wire experience at sea, Altitude Skywalk, where guests choose two lanes as they ascend 54m (177ft) . is high ) longer than the sea.

Arvia, which has 16 guest decks, aims to bring guests even closer to the sea, sky and shore, reflecting the meaning of her name. [in Latin] “from the seaside” and also features P&O Cruises’ first retractable roof zone, “SkyDome”.

The line reads: “SkyDome is a relaxed poolside environment by day with dining and entertainment by night, including breathtaking sky shows, theatrical productions and outdoor blockbuster movies on SeaScreen.”

Women from the swimming group braved the icy sea when Arvia sailed past

Pictured above is P&O Cruises’ first ever zone with a retractable roof, “SkyDome” – “a relaxed pool environment by day with dining and entertainment by night”

The 185,000 ton ship’s maiden voyage is to the Canary Islands. Pictured above is the swim-up bar

Arvia is 345 meters long and is billed as “the latest evolution in the P&O Cruises experience”. The atrium is pictured above

The Altitude Skywalk high wire experience

In terms of dining, there are 12 restaurants, joined by an additional eight casual dining options.

One – “Green & Co Featuring Mizuhana” – has a plant-based and seafood menu “served in a chic and elegant environment.”

Mizuhana is a brand new sushi bar created by P&O Cruises for Arvia and housed in Green & Co. Here, the line says, “guests can see experienced chefs at work while enjoying ocean views,” and “expert advice on meal pairings and sparkling cocktails complete the experience.”

Also on board is the 6th Street Diner, “casual by day with a sophisticated vibe by night, with retro seating, mood lighting and a jukebox serving up all-American flavors, including fried chicken and waffles with bourbon mascarpone.”

P&O Cruises’ “Distinctive Signature Restaurants”, Epicurean, Sindhu, The Glass House, The Keel & Cow and The Olive Grove, all spread across the fleet, are also represented on Arvia.

P&O Cruises’ Oasis Spa offering, meanwhile, is in place and correct, but offers new treatments exclusive to Arvia – two suites for couples, each with a hammam and steam room, a therapeutic cooling room, a “restorative” salt sauna and a ” rejuvenating” Kneipp circuit, a pebble foot massage combined with hot and cold water treatments to stimulate circulation and promote vitality.

Mission Control is also exclusive to P&O Cruises. This “unique immersive experience” combines a multimedia simulation escape game and a live-action story “to create an exciting underwater challenge.”

Also new to Arvia is the stage musical Greatest Days – The Official Take That Musical, an adaptation of the critically acclaimed West End musical The Band, featuring the songs of Take That and a story by Olivier award-winning writer Tim Firth.

Arvia also includes WaveLength, a new interactive game show that will be played virtually by host and game show host Ben Shephard.

Mission Control (above) is exclusive to P&O Cruises. This “unique immersive experience” combines a multimedia simulation escape game and a live-action story “to create an exciting underwater challenge.”

Paul Ludlow, President of P&O Cruises, said:[Arvia] embodies the latest trends in travel, dining and entertainment and is the epitome of a year-round sunny resort sailing to the warmest climates.” Pictured above is the Meridian Restaurant

6th Street Diner (above) – “Informal during the day with a sophisticated atmosphere at night, with retro seating, mood lighting and a jukebox – serves American fare, including fried chicken and waffles with bourbon mascarpone”

Green & Co Featuring Mizuhana – has a plant and fish menu “served in a chic and elegant setting”

Entertainment on Arvia includes the stage musical Greatest Days – The Official Take That Musical, an adaptation of the critically acclaimed West End musical The Band.