| | Discover our latest Sailcation with an exclusive and eclectic line up of celebrities including Alfie Boe, Russell Watson and Harry Redknapp. | Set sail to the artistic meccas and illuminating historic sights of the Iberian Peninsula, complete with exclusive on-board enhanced entertainment from multi platinum number 1 selling artist, renowned tenor and West End / Broadway royalty Alfie Boe, classical superstar Russell Watson and football legend Harry Redknapp.
This fabulous Sailcation takes place on the wonderful Ventura, a ship brimming from bow to stern with fantastic dining, activities and entertainment. While your days will be filled seeing the sights of Spain and Portugal, your evenings will be spent being entertained by our exclusive enhanced entertainment programme. Sing along with the International Singing & Musical Theatre Star, Alfie Boe, lose yourself in the irresistible finesse of classical superstar Russell Watson’s incredible vocal talent and enjoy an intimate glimpse into the life and career of football legend, Harry Redknapp. | Amazing Value Including | | | | Cruise – 10 night full-board cruise on board P&O Cruises Ventura | | | Enhanced entertainment – Exclusive performances featuring multi platinum number 1 selling artist, renowned tenor and West End / Broadway royalty Alfie Boe, a concert with classical superstar Russell Watson and 'An Audience with...' style interview with football legend Harry Redknapp | | | Spectacular entertainment – Includes dazzling shows, live bands and comedians across an array of amazing bars, lounges and a two-tier theatre | | | Specialty Restaurants* – Includes The Beach House; inspired by South American, Caribbean & Stateside cuisines | | | Spa & Wellness* – The Oasis Spa & Salon also The Retreat, Ventura’s outdoor spa terrace |
| | Your Cruise Itinerary: Southampton > Santander > Vigo > Lisbon (overnight in port) > Porto > Guernsey > Southampton |
| | | | | Click here to book online | | | | With classical concerts, intimate “An Audience with…” style interviews, and so much more, an Imagine Cruising Sailcation offers an unprecedented level of enhanced entertainment. Guaranteed to be the highlight of your holiday, these performances are exclusive to Imagine Cruising customers. | |
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| Multi platinum number 1 selling artist, renowned tenor and West End / Broadway royalty Alfie Boe | Alfie Boe has forged a reputation as being one of the best classical crossover tenors from the UK. Best known for his theatre performances, he has achieved two Number 1 albums, four in the UK Top Tens, and amassed multi-million, multi-platinum record sales.
Best known for his theatre performances, including La Bohème, Finding Neverland and Carousel, Alfie is most recognised for his portrayal of Jean Valjean in Les Misérables, performing in London's West End, Broadway, the 25th Anniversary Concert and most recently the London Staged Concert at the newly refurbished Sondheim Theatre. |
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| | Classical Concert with Russell Watson | One of the world’s greatest classical singers, Russell Watson has famously been described by the New York Times as a performer “who sings like Pavarotti and entertains the audience like Sinatra”. Since finding success as the winner of a local radio talent competition, he has released ten studio albums (his debut “The Voice” spending a record 52 weeks at the number one spot) and has performed for some of the world’s most prestigious figures. These include; The Queen, The late Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Charles, the late Pope John Paul II who requested a private audience with Russell at the Vatican, and former US presidents Bill Clinton and George W Bush.
His performances in stage shows have also earned him great critical acclaim, he played Parson Nathaniel in Jeff Wayne’s War of the Worlds tour and played the lead role of Karl Oscar in Benny and Björn’s (ABBA) Kristina. Russell is a patron for a plethora of charities and has raised millions of pounds for The Prince’s Trust, the Katy Holmes Trust and The Kirsty Club. |
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| | 'An Audience with ...' Harry Redknapp | Take your seats as Harry Redknapp chats exclusively about his life and career. Learn about Harry’s rise through the football ranks, from winger to one of the best man-managers in the game and get an insight into the man behind the cheeky persona. |
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| Restful and quiet, or high energy and active, Ventura allows you to cruise at your own pace and in your own style. It has four main pool areas, whirlpools, a spa and well-equipped gym. There are also plenty of spacious sundecks, the sports court, boutique shopping and an art gallery. Dining on board Ventura is an imaginative and delicious experience. Ventura boasts three main restaurants along with a host of other exciting restaurants with varied cuisine. Choose to dine in traditional cruise style at set-time seatings, or opt for a more flexible approach. | |
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| Dining and Drinks | Legendary celebrity chef, Marco Pierre White, is the inspiration for the remarkable White Room restaurant, and P&O Cruises executive chefs from the prestigious Chaîne des Rôtisseurs gastronomic society bring his mouth-watering recipes to life. |
| Rest and Relaxation | Treat yourself to some well-deserved rest in the tranquil surroundings of the luxurious Oasis Spa and beauty room, where a range of pampering treatments are available. |
| Entertainment | Get ready for an extravaganza of comedy, music and dance performed by the Ventura’s talented cast of artistes at the incredible Arena Theatre. | |
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