Mediterranean with Barcelona Cruise, 2025

Your holiday begins! Whether you’ve made use of the complimentary parking or a Limitless transfer, our team will be there to help you check in your bags and board the ship. Those guests staying in an accessible cabin will also benefit from Priority Embarkation. We know check-in and boarding can be a nervous experience for some travellers, so Limitless assists with every aspect. You can learn about our check in and boarding support in greater detail in our FAQs.

Once aboard the cruise ship, you’ll have a chance to settle into your cabin, explore the ship, and meet your fellow Limitless travellers. The Limitless Care Team is always available to provide support and ensure your holiday gets off to the best possible start.

Your first day at sea is all about exploring the ship and settling in. Typically, the Limitless Team meets with everyone in the morning to catch up over breakfast, make sure you had a comfortable night, discuss the day ahead, and plan activities. We often lunch and dine as a group as well, so you’re never short of company.

During days at sea, there’s plenty to see and do on the Arvia. As a group, Limitless travellers often enjoy a relaxed morning, followed by a group lunch and some afternoon fun - be it a theatre show or a movie. Then it’s time to get dressed up for a delicious dinner, followed by some fantastic evening entertainment. Of course, how you spend your day is entirely up to you! But it’s good to know that the Limitless Team and your fellow travellers are always around too.

Today, we make our first stop in A Coruña - one of Galicia’s biggest cities and a major hub for the textiles and fashion industries. Home to international mega-brand, Zara, it boasts an exciting array of shops and boutiques.

It’s not all about the shopping, though. A Coruña is a vibrant and exciting beach town with a fantastic food scene and some of the best seafood in northern Spain. Your ship docks just a seven-minute walk from the central Maria Pita square, where you’ll find a number of delightful cafes, bars and restaurants and also be able to catch a glimpse of the city’s famous Hercules Lighthouse.

When it comes to world-class entertainment, the Arvia has it covered. From live music and cabaret to theatre shows and interactive games, the ship is home to some of the finest performers and venues in the P&O fleet.

Fancy catching a movie? The three-screen cinema complex is the place to go. Prefer musicals? The Headliners Theatre has plenty. Want to relax with a cocktail in front of some excellent live music? The ship’s 710 Club, Limelight Club, and Brodie’s British Pub all host musicians. Of course, much of the action focuses on the Arvia’s remarkable SkyDome, where the poolside entertainment runs from dawn till dusk and then into the night.

When the weather starts to warm up and you feel like cooling off, nothing is more refreshing than a dip in the pool. Fortunately, the Arvia features four swimming pools - the SkyDome Pool, Infinity Pool, Panorama Pool and Beachcomber Pool. Portable hoist equipment is available onboard the Arvia but needs to be booked in advance. As such, we recommend talking to your Tour Manager to arrange this.

As well as swimming pools, the ship hosts the Oasis Spa & Health Club, where you can enjoy a range of treatments. If you’re looking to freshen up for a smart evening meal, The Salon also offers beauty and grooming services for both men and women.

While much of Andalucía has a reputation for being relaxed and laid back, that’s certainly not true of Málaga. Youthful, exciting and always moving, the city is modern Spain at its most alive. Great food, a thriving art scene and plenty of cultural attractions ensure it’s a wonderful city to visit. The fantastic climate doesn’t hurt either.

In Málaga, Limitless travellers can explore the city’s beautiful waterfront. With plenty of bars, restaurants and cafes, it’s a great place to grab some lunch and watch the world and Los Boquerones (an affectionate nickname for the locals that comes from the city’s most iconic dish - salted anchovies) go by. A little further afield, the excellent Picasso Museum is accessible and certainly worth a visit.

Named the 'City of Light' by the Romans, Alicante is set around a natural harbour with white, sandy beaches spreading out either side and the distant mountains overlooking it all. The largest city on the Costa Blanca, it boasts a vibrant Spanish atmosphere and an abundance of bars and restaurants. While much of the town is modern development, this hides a rich heritage with thousands of years of maritime history.

Limitless Groups often enjoy a leisurely walk around the city before visiting Alicante’s imposing Santa Bárbara castle to enjoy the fantastic views over the city and coast. Closer to the water, visitors will find a host of bars and restaurants serving tapas and foods from around the world, while the local shops are also nearby.

Whether you’re a globe-trotting foodie or tend to stick to the tried-and-tested classics, the Arvia has a restaurant for you. With more than 30 bars and restaurants to choose from, you’re never short of options. Explore regional Indian cuisines at Sindhu, take a table in a classic all-American diner at 6th Street, or go vegetarian at Green & Co feat. Mizuhana. From casual fare to fine dining, the range of restaurants available means there’s always something new to try.

The same is true for bars and lounges. The classic Crow’s Nest offers breathtaking ocean views, while the 710 Club boasts sophisticated, vintage-inspired style. The Amber Lounge is the place to be if you want to soak up the buzz around the Grand Atrium, and Brodie’s British pub stocks an excellent selection of beers and ciders.

Nestled between the rough and ready second city of Marseilles and the glitz and glamour of the French Riviera, Toulon is the home of the French Navy and a beautiful Mediterranean city. With a spectacular natural harbour, a historic old town, and a lively quayside packed with bars, cafes and restaurants, the city is a delight to explore and one of southern France’s hidden gems.

For Limitless Travellers, we recommend spending the day enjoying the city centre. The impressive Francois de Paule Church is accessible and free to enter, while the city market offers an opportunity to pick up some local produce and do a little shopping. For those who simply want to sit back and soak up the sun with a glass of rosé - the region’s speciality - the waterside is the perfect place to do so.

Barcelona is a vibrant coastal city, founded as a Roman settlement over 2,000 years ago. Today, it blends rich history with modern attractions. With over 1.6 million residents, it’s one of Europe’s most accessible cities, featuring adapted public transport and beaches.

Limitless travellers can join an accessible city tour with a wheelchair-friendly vehicle, accessed by a lift, will be waiting to collect you from the terminal in Barcelona. Led by an experienced English-speaking guide, it's a great way to explore this historic city as a small private group of Limitless Travellers only. While the itinerary can vary, it often includes iconic sights like the Columbus Monument, Montjuïc, and the Palau de la Música Catalana, with lunch enjoyed at one of these landmarks.

The Arvia is well-equipped for anyone who enjoys a little retail therapy. Centred on The Avenue - the ship’s dedicated shopping area - the on-board boutiques stock a diverse array of world-renowned brands, including Marc Jacobs, Kiki McDonough and Cotswolds Distillery, to name just a few. There’s also an excellent beauty and wellness zone, where you’ll find wellness products and treatments that will leave you glowing.

The Arvia is also home to the largest collection of art from the The Art Gallery by Clarendon Fine Art to ever take to the water. The Photo Gallery offers exclusive photoshoot services from a professional photographer, so you can look back on your holiday and reminisce once you’ve returned home.

The oldest continuously inhabited settlement in Europe, an intriguing blend of Hispanic and Arabic influences, and one of the most unique and enjoyable city cultures in Spain, Cádiz is an unforgettable destination. While the locals are known for their wit, humour and relaxed approach to life, the streets are famed for their blissful, sun-swept beauty.

On arriving in Cádiz, we recommend heading to the Plaza de San Juan de Dios, one of the city’s main squares and the perfect place to get to grips with its complex history. An 18th-century masterpiece that mixes architectural styles, Cádiz’s cathedral is accessible via a wheelchair ramp and is certainly worth a visit. As is the seafront promenade, with its endless photo opportunities, historic fortifications and excellent botanical gardens.

The Arvia features plenty of beautiful outdoor spaces, so you can make the most of the sunny weather and soak up the sea views. While the SkyDome’s retractable roof means it’s a popular place to congregate, there are plenty of smaller open-air spaces to sit back and relax in. Most are equipped with loungers.

If you’re looking for the best views on the ship, the Crow’s Nest bar is a good bet. Boasting spectacular panoramic vistas, it’s a great spot to grab a drink and enjoy the approach to your next port stop.

By now, you will have spent several days exploring the Arvia and enjoying the facilities, activities and entertainment. But we guarantee there are still things you’re yet to see, do or find. Have you checked out the onboard art gallery? Eaten at all the restaurants? Caught a matinee performance at the Headliners Theatre?

As we make our way back to Southampton, this is a great opportunity to check out those parts of the ship you’re yet to see or return to your favourite spots. Have a chat with your Tour Manager in the morning and organise the perfect day.

Following your final breakfast aboard the ship, the Limitless team will assist with check-out. The ship’s crew will take down your bags, and we’ll help you disembark, make sure you reach your pick-up, and say our farewells. Your transfer will then get you home, dropping you off at your front door.

We can’t wait to see you on your next Limitless holiday!