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Meet Pacific Encounter! 

Pacific Encounter showcases many of our favourite features as well as a range of new ones that you are sure to love.

Splurge and book a suite or mini-suite and along with a host of great benefits, select rooms will gain access to Byron Beach Club, our new private retreat with pool, spas and comfy seating, located on the top deck of the ship. Enjoy expansive views along with pure relaxation and a superior level of service for dining reservations, shore tours, embarkation and disembarkation. Guests will love the relaxed breakfast at Angelo’s as well as the healthy options from the Byron Beach menu throughout the day.

Experience what Australian celebrity chef, Luke Mangan, has to offer at Luke’s Bar & Grill. Be sure to enjoy an elegant cocktail at Luke's Bar, prior to dining. If you’re feeling more casual,  check out Luke’s Burger Bar for al fresco burgers or try P&O Pizzeria for some delicious pizza options. Both easily found poolside on Deck 14.

The Lobby, located on deck 5 is our favourite new hang out place, from morning to night. It is the perfect place to sit and watch the (ship’s) world go by. Choose from three fabulous bars for your favourite drink, a snack, a quick lunch, or a cheese platter. We’re sure the Lobby will also be your favourite new hangout place. If you’re in the mood for something more lively head to Altitude, our nightclub on Deck 18.

Familiar favourites include Waterfront, Angelo’s and Dragon Lady or go casual in The Pantry.  Check out the new P&O Trattoria on Level 7.  Serving rustic, family-friendly Italian fare and freshly cooked pizza, P&O Trattoria offers a warm, relaxed atmosphere where fantastic food, good wine and wonderful service come together. Head to the child-free Oasis for a cocktail and a perfect view of the ship’s wake or the chilled-out vibe in the Ocean Bar, or for a true pub experience, head to Encounter Hotel.

At night, choose from live entertainment and lively signature P&O production shows including, Blanc de Blanc, a feast for the senses.

Families will love the dedicated indoor/outdoor family area with a pool, family focussed fun, games, parties and activities. Plus our fabulous Twin Racer Waterslides will be coming to Pacific Encounter on 23 March 2023.

On Pacific Encounter, there are more spaces to explore, more places to relax and more things to do.

We can't wait to welcome you onboard!

Disclaimer: Onboard offerings are subject to change. Charges apply for some activities, venues and menu items. 400 Gradi and Gradi Pronto to be replaced by P&O Trattoria and P&O Pizzeria respectively, from September 2023.

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2,600 guests, lower berths

12 guests decks

108,865 gross tonnage

Waterslides

Twin Racer Waterslides coming 23 March 2023

Upcoming Cruises on Pacific Encounter:

  • Pacific Adventure®
  • Pacific Explorer®

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Pacific Encounter review: All you need to know

We didn’t know what to expect on Pacific Encounter as we were on one of the ship’s early sailings. There were no detailed Pacific Encounter reviews or information on any of the Pacific Encounter cabins, including the new Byron Beach Club suites , apart from what was on the P&O Pacific Encounter page on the P&O Cruises website. We also hadn’t sailed on Pacific Adventure yet. While we normally like to plan ahead, in some ways this made us look forward to the cruise even more. We couldn’t wait to get onboard to see what Pacific Encounter was like for ourselves!

Byron Beach Club pool loungers

Our trip began with a magical mystery tour to the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal . It’s like getting lost in an industrial estate that is still under construction with the occasional signpost saying you are almost there. Exiting the dusty backblocks near a waste management site, we arrived at the shiny new terminal and more importantly Pacific Encounter.

There’s no public transport at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal so plan for a taxi, Uber or transfer if you aren’t able to drive out there yourself. If you are, the carparks at the terminal aren’t huge so book ahead or you might not get a spot. If you want to stay overnight at a hotel that’s (reasonably) close to the terminal, you’ll find some suggestions here .

The ship, like the terminal, is new or almost new with Pacific Encounter looking fresh from multi-million dollar refurbishment and a name change from Star Princess. Brisbane is the home port for Pacific Encounter which cruises from here on a year-round basis. When we arrived at the terminal, the bag drop and processing was very orderly and quick so the terminal does work well.

Pacific Encounter Atrium

Download the P&O App and complete your required online paperwork before boarding as this needs to be shown at check-in and when you get on the ship. My app was a little hinky at first and kept disconnecting but once I got it working, it was great. In hindsight, it would have been better if we had printed out our paperwork as a backup instead of just relying on the app.

Pacific Encounter deck plan and finding your way around

We found the Pacific Encounter deck plan easy to follow. For anyone who had been on Star Princess, it would be even easier. Entering on Deck 5, we were greeted with The Lobby lounge and a glittering atrium that extended up to Decks 6 and 7. This area is designed to impress and it succeeds. Also located in this area is the important Avalon Café for morning coffee and the two bars, Lilly’s and Charlie’s.

This is the first area of the ship where you get to see the refurbished public areas that were re-engineered into all-new venues from the ship’s Princess days with all of the ship’s lounges, restaurants, and bars getting a full makeover. Also located on Deck 5 is the main restaurant called the Waterfront, a small library with novels you can borrow while you’re onboard, and the Destination Lounge which has seating but no views.

Ocean Bar

Before venturing any further, we went to our cabin located on Deck 9 where we found our cabin keys in the document holder next to our door. This was different to our last P&O cruise when we were handed our keys at check in. Our cabin was a mini suite with access to the Byron Beach Club, a new “suite retreat” on P&O’s two newest ships. The cabin was a nice size and had new carpet, linens and soft furnishings but the furniture and bathroom hadn’t changed from ship’s Star Princess days.

Also included in our room due to the Byron Beach Club was a basket of fruit, some fresh canapes and two large bottles of water. A welcome letter that listed all the Byron Beach Club inclusions like bathrobes, Byron Beach Club flip flops (to take home), access to Angelo’s restaurant for breakfast and daily snacks was also in our room. Our key card was coded for the Club entry on deck 16.

Some important safety procedures have also changed concerning mandatory life jackets and lifeboat drills. The procedure now is to watch the demonstration of putting on the life jacket on the TV in your cabin and then proceed to your muster station. Look at the back of your cabin door to find out where to go. The muster stations are staffed from the time you get onboard until sailaway so you can proceed there at your leisure to have your name checked off (don’t bring your life jacket). Watch the video and go sooner rather than later as it gets busier later in the day as more people get on board.

Muster Station at Encounter Hotel

Our next stop after getting our muster station checked off was heading back to Deck 6 and the Dragon Lady restaurant. The reason you will want to go to Dragon Lady is not for the food at this point but to get your restaurant bookings made or reconfirmed. You can also book restaurants via the P&O app. Stationed at the Dragon Lady restaurant are 4-6 staff with a computer to assist in booking specialty and non-specialty restaurants for your cruise. Byron Beach Club guests get priority bookings but in our experience it’s always good to get restaurant bookings done early on any ship.

Pacific Encounter had plenty of choices for dining onboard with many free venues like the Waterfront Restaurant, and buffet called The Pantry that is similar to a food court plus free specialties like Angelo’s Italian and Dragon Lady for Asian fusion. Extra cost restaurants include Luke Mangan’s Salt Bar & Grill,  400 Gradi by Johnny Di Francesco and Shell and Bones which is located adjacent to The Pantry (this restaurant wasn’t open for dinner on our sailing). Quick eats at a charge are also available on the pool deck at Luke’s Burger Bar and Gradi Pronto plus cones and more at New Zealand Ice Cream.

Pacific Encounter Luke's Bar & Grill

Coffee lovers can head the Avalon Café or New Zealand Ice Cream for their daily early morning hit but have patience as even with multiple machines and good baristas, you do have lots of caffeine-starved passengers after an espresso style brew, especially in the mornings. The barista coffee onboard is very good and worth the spend but like most cruise ships, the free restaurant coffee is best avoided unless you’re (really, really) desperate for a caffeine hit.

The Bond Store bar on Deck 6 is decorated like a speakeasy and perfect for a romantic cocktail or small get-together. The Casino Bar is located in the casino (surprise, surprise) and is a bit bright and sterile. It’s best for a grab-and-go beverage on your way to another lounge or bar unless you want to hit the tables or play the pokies.

Pacific Encounter The Bond Store

Up on Deck 7 are the cool cat areas with the tropical decor of the Encounter Hotel beckoning with a dance floor and afternoon/evening entertainment. It reminded us of a trendy Cairns pub and had a nice vibe at any time of day. Adjacent is the Ocean Bar which is a favourite hang-out in the mornings and afternoons for coffee aficionados who liked to grab a takeaway and come up here to enjoy the ocean views.

The place to be in my opinion is the Blue Room, a cool blues-themed bar and lounge that is ideal for late afternoon and pre-dinner drinks or a late evening nightcap. There is entertainment here in the afternoon and evening with cool tunes and vocals from guest artists. We liked the Encounter Hotel but often ended up here for a quiet late afternoon drink as the hotel doubled as a trivia venue around this time on our sailing and was often full.

Pacific Encounter The Blue Room

Way up on Deck 14 are the sun lovers’ drinking spots like the Pool Bar and Oasis Bar at the stern. The Oasis is an adults-only area on the ship with its own pool and sun deck and was a popular hangover recovery zone in the mornings on my sailing. Later in the day, people got into the cocktails and went for a dip in the pool. Deck 15 has the Sky Bar which overlooks the main pool and big screen.

The Byron Beach Club is on Deck 16 and has its own pool, sun deck, bar and cabanas. The ship’s spoiler incorporates the Altitude Nightclub which is also a great spot to chill out and read during the day with 180 degree views. It’s perfect for watching the sunset if you can get a seat and at night it’s a disco and late night party hangout.

A must-do on Pacific Encounter is Blanc de Blanc, a strictly 18+ show that combines, comedy, circus and burlesque in the Black Circus Theatre. This sold out before the end of our cruise and costs $20 each or $120 for 2 for VIP seating. My top tip is get the VIP tickets as they come with a bottle of Champagne (expensive stuff that’s the real deal) and the best seats in the house.

Pacific Encounter Black Circus Theatre

The other big show on board our cruise was Musicology, a Broadway-style production of major music hits over the decades with all the sequins and feather action you expect on cruise ships. It was very entertaining and good for all ages. More entertainment was provided by guest performers in the main theatres and lounge and bar areas throughout the ship, all of it of a high quality.

Pools and splash action on Pacific Encounter are a to-be-continued affair as the ship’s waterslides are not being installed until 2023. The pools and spas that are on board are all worth a dip especially when the ship heads north or east for tropical island escapes. The main pool on Deck 14 is popular for all and the separate kid’s pool has a retractable roof for weather protection. The last pool on Deck 14 in the Oasis which has a good view of the ship’s wake.

Byron Beach Club pool on Pacific Encounter

One pool area that is a bit of a secret is the one on Deck 15 which has a little kids’ water play area and a small, deep pool for their parents. Also on Deck 15 is the Byron Beach Club pool area which is accessible through the spa but only for Club guests. We’ve written a detailed Byron Beach Club review if you would like to know more.

More things to do on board are the daily activities such as trivia, game shows and bingo that take place in the Encounter Hotel or Black Circus Theatre. All of these are very popular so get in early for seats. The ship also has a spa and a gym which has all new carpeting and equipment plus a dedicated workout studio for yoga and F45 fitness sessions (these classes cost extra). Free stretch and meditation classes are also available here so check the daily schedules for times.

The restaurants on board were very good at the paid and free venues we visited. The standout was Luke’s Bar and Grill, followed closely by Dragon Lady with breakfast at Angelo’s and 400 Gradi also rating highly. We didn’t have dinner at Angelo’s as our cruise was only three nights but other passengers said they enjoyed it. All of these restaurants had good service and décor that made us feel like we were having a special dining experience.

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The main dining room was also of a high quality and worth a visit, especially on sea days for lunch. We didn’t try the pizza at Gradi Pronto for lunch but the ones we saw other passengers eating looked good. Our only disappointment food-wise was Luke’s Burger Bar which didn’t live up to the hype. For a cruise on what was a very new ship, it was impressive that my most major complaint was a disappointing burger. Compared to other cruise lines with free burger outlets this was a real miss.

We did note that the ship was training lots of new staff and at busy times the bars sometimes felt understaffed but all the passengers were patient and understanding. This should change with future sailings once the new crew members are up to speed. There were a lot of standouts on our cruise but the biggest bouquets need to go to the hard-working cabin stewards and the crew staffing all the drinking and dining venues. They provided the best service possible, even when they were run off their feet, and always with a smile.

Pasific Encounter 400 Gradi

Pacific Encounter cruise ship tips

1. Download the P&O App and pre-book as much as you can when you get onboard.

2. Book your dining early (Dragon Lady has staff on-boarding) for times and dates and try them all if you can, especially Luke’s Bar and Grill.

3. Book tickets for the Blanc de Blanc 18+ show on your first day and splash out for the VIP treatment.

4. Get to venues early for good seats as the theatres do get busy on full sailings.

5. Report any problems with your room to your cabin steward instead of contacting guest services. Often they can arrange to get things fixed like having a blown lightbulb replaced.

6. Be patient with new staff and fellow passengers. It has been a long time between cruises for most people plus there are lots of new cruisers and new crew onboard.

7. Have realistic expectations when it comes to your room as you do get what you pay for. Don’t expect a huge, fancy looking suite if you have paid a modest price for a regular cabin.

8. Find your favourite spot/lounge or bar but be prepared to share if it gets busy. Who knows, you might find a new friend or two.

9. Leave a tip for the cabin stewards they work exceptionally hard to make your cruises as pleasant and comfortable as possible.

10. Don’t forget the ship has plenty of guest laundries if you like to pack light and travel with carry on only. You and your clothes don’t smell like flowers after multiple days at sea.

Disclosure: The writer travelled as a guest of P&O Cruises and would not hesitate to cruise on this ship again as his own expense.

Want more great cruise advice? Check out our tips for choosing the perfect cruise , cruising with grandchildren , cruising with tweens and cruising with kids of all ages , solo cruising , the best activities on Ovation of the Seas , doing a Transatlantic cruise with kids , cruising in Australia or Papua New Guinea , Iceland cruise tips , cruising on a megaship , scoring a bargain cruise fare , cruising the Mediterranean , making the most of a cruise ship kids club , luxury cruising with kids , and the Byron Beach Club onboard P&O Cruises . We have also reviewed Disney Wonder , Pacific Adventure , Celebrity Edge , Quantum of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas , Pacific Encounter , Carnival Splendor , Voyager of the Seas , Nieuw Statendam , Viking Helgrim , Pride of America , Coral Expeditions in Tasmania and the Great Barrier Reef , Celebrity Solstice , and Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth .

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Pacific Encounter cruise ship weighs 109k tons and has 1298 staterooms for up to 3115 passengers served by 1100 crew . There are 17 passenger decks, 7 with cabins. You can expect a space ratio of 35 tons per passenger on this ship. On this page are the current deck plans for Pacific Encounter showing deck plan layouts, public venues and all types of cabins including pictures and videos.

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GRAND SUITE

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Sleeps up to: 4 1 Cabins Cabin: 613 sqft (58 m 2 ) Balcony: 117 sqft (11 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Sleeps up to: 3 22 Cabins Cabin: 329 sqft (31 m 2 ) Balcony: 166 sqft (16 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Sleeps up to: 6 2 Cabins Cabin: 335 sqft (31 m 2 ) Balcony: 92 sqft (9 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Sleeps up to: 4 180 Cabins Cabin: 277 sqft (26 m 2 ) Balcony: 46 sqft (4 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Sleeps up to: 4 515 Cabins Cabin: 168 sqft (16 m 2 ) Balcony: 46 sqft (4 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Sleeps up to: 4 212 Cabins Cabin: 158 sqft (15 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Sleeps up to: 4 366 Cabins Cabin: 158 sqft (15 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Pacific Encounter cabins and suites review at CruiseMapper provides detailed information on cruise accommodations , including floor plans, photos, room types and categories, cabin sizes, furniture details and included by P&O Australia (P&O Cruises) en-suite amenities and services.

The Pacific Encounter cruise ship cabins page is conveniently interlinked with its deck plans showing deck layouts combined with a legend and review of all onboard venues.

Grand Suite

Layout (floor plan), 8-berth 2-bedroom family suite.

Two-Bedroom Family Suite's amenities include two bathrooms (now with shower, one with shower over bathtub), bathrobes and slippers, walk-in wardrobe, coffee machine.

8-BERTH Family Suite's bonus amenities/perks include:

  • priority embarkation/disembarkation/tendering
  • priority specialty dining and spa reservations/shore excursions and Future Cruise bookings
  • pillow concierge (3 different types of pillows)
  • Welcome Aboard letter (from the Hotel Director)
  • Welcome Aboard beverages (a glass of sparkling wine on arrival)
  • fresh fruits (bowl in the cabin)
  • complimentary shoeshine service, laundry service, bottled water
  • private cocktail invitation (with the senior officers)
  • exclusive party (on longer than 5-night itineraries)
  • premium brand bath products
  • complimentary Afternoon Tea service (in-cabin) and Breakfast (in-cabin), daily snacks and canapes (in-cabin)

Balcony Suite

All Pacific Encounter ship's Suite categories enjoy free access to Bayron Beach Club (exclusive sundeck / relaxation complex located forward on Deck 16 ).

Balcony Suites are in 3 types - DOUBLE, TRIPLE and QUAD.

DOUBLE Suites are with 1x Queen bed (2x twin beds) plus double sofabed.

TRIPLE and QUAD Suites are with the following bed sleeping arrangements/bed configurations:

  • Queen/single beds + single sofa + upper bunk
  • Queen/single beds + double sofabed
  • Queen/single beds + single sofabed
  • Queen/single beds + single sofa + fold-out bed

The interior's size varies between 300- 645 ft2 / 28-60 m2.

Cabin's door width is 57 cm.

Balcony's size varies between 120-170 ft2 / 11-16 m2.

Balcony Suite's amenities include a larger bathroom (shower over bathtub, separate WC-toilet, bathrobes, slippers), 65-inch TV, walk-in wardrobe, coffee machine, iPod music player (provided upon request).

Balcony Suite's bonus amenities/perks include:

Star Princess ship's cabin grades were (S2) Owners Suite, (S3) Penthouse Suite, (S4) Premium Suite, (S5-S6) Vista Suite.

Mini-Suites are in 3 types - DOUBLE, TRIPLE and QUAD.

DOUBLE Mini-Suites are with 1x Queen bed (convertible to 2x twin beds).

TRIPLE Mini-Suites are 2x single beds (convertible to a Queen-size double bed) and a single sofabed.

QUAD Mini-Suites are 2x single beds (convertible to a Queen bed), a single sofabed and an upper bunk bed.

Category M1-Mini Suite passengers enjoy free access to Bayron Beach Club (exclusive sundeck / relaxation complex located forward on Deck 16 ).

Suite's door width is 57 cm.

Mini-Suite's amenities include a larger bathroom (shower over bathtub, separate WC-toilet, bathrobes, slippers), walk-in wardrobe, two TVs.

  • priority dining and spa reservations/shore excursions booking

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Balcony Cabin

Balcony cabins are in 3 types - DOUBLE, TRIPLE and QUAD.

TWIN cabins are with 2x single beds (convertible to a Queen-size double bed).

TRIPLE cabins are with 2x single beds plus one upper bunk.

QUAD cabins are with pop-up single bunk beds (two sets of single bunks/1x upper + 1x lower). Lower bunks can be joined to a Queen-size double bed (+ 2 upper bunks). Some QUADS are with 1x single bed, 1 single sofabed and 2x upper bunks.

The cabin door's width is 57 cm.

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Oceanview Cabin

Oceanview cabins are in 3 types - DOUBLE, TRIPLE and QUAD.

QUAD cabins are with 2x lower single beds and 2x upper bunks.

Star Princess ship's oceanview cabin categories were OV, OW, OY, OZ-Obstructed, OC, OF, OE-Porthole.

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Interior Cabin

TWIN Interior cabins are with two lower twin beds convertible to a Queen-size double bed.

TRIPLE Interior cabins are with two lower twin beds plus one upper bunk (single).

QUAD Interior cabins are with two lower twin beds plus two upper bunks (single).

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Wheelchair-Accessible Handicap Cabin

The cabin door's width ranges between 86-88 cm. The bathroom door's width is 83 cm.

Wheelchair-accessible (adapted for passengers with disabilities) cabins feature wider doorways (cabin and bathroom), more spacious interiors (to allow wheelchairs to be used inside), larger bathrooms (shower only/no bathtub or hot tub, shower seat, extra handrails, no steps), a ramp to access the balcony, pillow menu (3 different types of pillows).

TWIN CABINS are with twin beds (convertible to a Queen-size double bed, except cabins 9732 thru 9733, which are with two single beds (fixed against the walls).

TRIPLE CABINS (category IE) are with 2 single beds plus 1 upper bed. The other categories are with double occupancy.

On P&O Pacific Encounter cruise ship, handicapped cabins are in the following categories (room numbers):

  • OW (8301, 8302, 8303, 8304)
  • MD (9732, 9733)
  • IB (10248, 10252, 10312)
  • B2 (10301, 10302, 10303, 10304)
  • IC (12248, 12252,12312, 14248, 14252)
  • BB (11301, 11302, 11303, 11304)
  • IE (8716, 8717)
  • BC (12301, 12302, 12303, 12304)

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Star Princess (Pacific Encounter) cabins with balconies are 719 (80% of all the 935 outside staterooms). Wheelchair-accessible cabins (for disabled passengers) are 25 (of which 12 balcony, 4 outside, 9 inside).

Follows the review of Star Princess (Pacific Encounter) staterooms as amenities, furniture and included (complimentary) services:

  • Suites with step-out balconies (Grand Suite, all grades Balcony Suites and Mini-Suites) have walk-in closets (ample storage space), living rooms (sofabed, desk, vanity table, armchairs), bathroom (WC-toilet, shower stall, whirlpool bathtub, double sinks).
  • Family Suites are with 3 interconnected rooms (the living room is in between). Both bedrooms are with ample closet space, bathroom (shower, bathtub), desk, drawer. The living room has a sofabed. Floor-ceiling sliding doors lead to a large step-out balcony.

Bonus amenities in all Suites are the deluxe mattress/pillows, 2 smart HDTVs, CD/DVD player, upgraded bathroom amenities (massage showerheads, luxury bath products), luxury furniture on the balcony, complimentary services (Spa Thermal Suite, Internet Cafe, laundry/dry cleaning, one-time minibar).

All balcony cabins feature sliding glass doors (floor-ceiling) opening to a private verandah equipped with 1 round table and 2 patio chairs. Balcony cabins are with large wardrobes, bathroom (WC-shower), desk, drawer, some have additional beds (for 3rd/4th passenger). Category BI is Interconnecting (Family Balcony).

Oceanviews (outside cabins) have a picture window (category OP have Porthole Windows). Categories OV, OW and OY are with an obstructed view. Category OI is interconnecting (Family Outside). Inside cabins have the same size and amenities as the OceanViews but lack the window. Category II is interconnecting (Family Inside)

All Star Princess (Pacific Encounter) staterooms as complimentary amenities offer living area (mirrored vanity, writing desk, seating), 2 twin beds (convertible to Queen-size double bed), deluxe bedding sets (Egyptian cotton linens), wardrobe, desk with chair, smart HDTV, direct-dial phone, electronic safe box and lifejackets (in the closet), hairdryer, bath products (shampoo, body lotion, conditioner), mini-bar/fridge, individual air-conditioning, evening turndown service, complimentary 24-hour room service.

During the Star Princess ship’s 2017 refurbishment, all staterooms were upgraded with “Princess Luxury Bed”. The new “cruise bed” was developed in collaboration with PhD Michael Breus (commonly known as “The Sleep Doctor”) and the designer Candice Olson. The new cabin beds feature a luxury pillow-top mattress, individually wrapped coils (reducing surface sway) and hypoallergenic duvets.

All top-tier Suites plus M1-Mini Suites enjoy exclusive access to Byron Beach Club ( deck 16 forward ), complimentary in-cabin dining (hours d’ oeuvres), priority embarkation/disembarkation/tendering, a separate area (part of the MDR /main dining room) reserved for Suite passengers only. The exclusive dining experience includes expedited seating, dedicated waiter staff service, exclusive menu (featuring chef’s specials) and tableside preparation of some dishes. Suite Dining is available for breakfast and dinner every day, and also for lunch on sea days only.

Cots are available in selected cabins only and not available in any interior and oceanview quad cabins. Bedding configurations 3- and 4 -berth staterooms may vary. It may not be possible to have Queen-size bedding when the upper bunks (3rd and 4th beds) are in use.

Wheelchair-accessible cabins are with  wider doorways (fitted for wheelchairs), no thresholds into the  bathroom, handrails around the b athroom. Ambulatory Accessible cabins have grab bars and/ or fold down shower seats. These are not  wheelchair-accessible staterooms.

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In episode 111 of The Big Cruise Podcast, Chris travels to Sydney for a ship tour, showcasing the Pacific Lager, the public areas and a preview of Blanc de Blanc Uncorked onboard P&O Australia’s Pacific Encounter. Pacific Encounter was alongside in Circular Quay, Sydney preparing for her reposition to Brisbane from where she will be home ported. Pacific Encounter arrived in Brisbane on Sat 20 Aug 2022.

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  • Length: 290 m (951 ft 5 in)
  • Speed: 23 knots (43 km/h; 26 mph)
  • Capacity: 2,600 passengers
  • Crew: 1,100

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Moscow metro private tours.

  • 2-hour tour $87:  10 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • 3-hour tour $137:  20 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with Russian lunch in beautifully-decorated Metro Diner + hotel pick-up and drop off. 
  • Metro pass is included in the price of both tours.

Highlight of Metro Tour

  • Visit 10 must-see stations of Moscow metro on 2-hr tour and 20 Metro stations on 3-hr tour, including grand Komsomolskaya station with its distinctive Baroque décor, aristocratic Mayakovskaya station with Soviet mosaics, legendary Revolution Square station with 72 bronze sculptures and more!
  • Explore Museum of Moscow Metro and learn a ton of technical and historical facts;
  • Listen to the secrets about the Metro-2, a secret line supposedly used by the government and KGB;
  • Experience a selection of most striking features of Moscow Metro hidden from most tourists and even locals;
  • Discover the underground treasure of Russian Soviet past – from mosaics to bronzes, paintings, marble arches, stained glass and even paleontological elements;
  • Learn fun stories and myths about Coffee Ring, Zodiac signs of Moscow Metro and more;
  • Admire Soviet-era architecture of pre- and post- World War II perious;
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Sparrow Hills from Luzhniki Metro Bridge – MetroMost, the only station of Moscow Metro located over water and the highest station above ground level;
  • If lucky, catch a unique «Aquarelle Train» – a wheeled picture gallery, brightly painted with images of peony, chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers and each car unit is unique;
  • Become an expert at navigating the legendary Moscow Metro system;
  • Have fun time with a very friendly local;
  • + Atmospheric Metro lunch in Moscow’s the only Metro Diner (included in a 3-hr tour)

Hotel Pick-up

Metro stations:.

Komsomolskaya

Novoslobodskaya

Prospekt Mira

Belorusskaya

Mayakovskaya

Novokuznetskaya

Revolution Square

Sparrow Hills

+ for 3-hour tour

Victory Park

Slavic Boulevard

Vystavochnaya

Dostoevskaya

Elektrozavodskaya

Partizanskaya

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  • Drop-off  at your hotel, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills or any place you wish
  • + Russian lunch  in Metro Diner with artistic metro-style interior for 3-hour tour

Fun facts from our Moscow Metro Tours:

From the very first days of its existence, the Moscow Metro was the object of civil defense, used as a bomb shelter, and designed as a defense for a possible attack on the Soviet Union.

At a depth of 50 to 120 meters lies the second, the coded system of Metro-2 of Moscow subway, which is equipped with everything you need, from food storage to the nuclear button.

According to some sources, the total length of Metro-2 reaches over 150 kilometers.

The Museum was opened on Sportivnaya metro station on November 6, 1967. It features the most interesting models of trains and stations.

Coffee Ring

The first scheme of Moscow Metro looked like a bunch of separate lines. Listen to a myth about Joseph Stalin and the main brown line of Moscow Metro.

Zodiac Metro

According to some astrologers, each of the 12 stops of the Moscow Ring Line corresponds to a particular sign of the zodiac and divides the city into astrological sector.

Astrologers believe that being in a particular zadiac sector of Moscow for a long time, you attract certain energy and events into your life.

Paleontological finds 

Red marble walls of some of the Metro stations hide in themselves petrified inhabitants of ancient seas. Try and find some!

  • Every day each car in  Moscow metro passes  more than 600 km, which is the distance from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
  • Moscow subway system is the  5th in the intensity  of use (after the subways of Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai).
  • The interval in the movement of trains in rush hour is  90 seconds .

What you get:

  • + A friend in Moscow.
  • + Private & customized Moscow tour.
  • + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
  • + An authentic experience of local life.
  • + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
  • + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
  • + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
  • + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
  • + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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