P&O - Pacific Dawn - P&O Cruises
| P&O - Pacific Dawn itinerary and upcoming sailing dates | ||
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| Nov 3, 2018 | Melbourne Cup, 7 nights | from $4088 |
| Nov 10, 2018 | Comedy, 3 nights | from $1173 |
| Nov 13, 2018 | Whitsundays, 4 nights | from $1759 |
P&O - Pacific Dawn Overview
Pacific Dawn cruise ship
P&O Cruises has a stunner in the Pacific Dawn. Designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano, she started life in the Princess fleet and made her debut with P&O Australia in 2008. This sturdy ship is a favourite amongst the line's fun-loving and relaxed Australian passengers, having received a modernising refurbishment in 2017 to bring about a new Dawn of cruising in the South Pacific.
Freshened up cabins and public spaces make the Pacific Dawn feel up-to-date but still comfortable with natural tones and lots of blue and green accents to bring the ocean inside. Casual fun in the sun is the atmosphere onboard the Pacific Dawn, and many cruisers come away feeling like they have made a big, inanimate ship-shaped friend.
Food: Pacific Dawn restaurants
A very important issue for most cruisers! The dining options aboard the Pacific Dawn mean no-one ever has to go hungry. Order off the menu at the Waterfront Restaurant or opt for a more casual grab and go style of dining - the choices are there.
You can also spice up your evening meal with one of the Pacific Dawn's specialty restaurants or the incredible Chef's Table dining experience.
The P&O fleet has a focus on fresh, local ingredients, and you can get Aussie favourites mixed in with the usual cruise ship fare. Great and friendly service rounds out the fantastic Pacific Dawn dining experience.
Bars and more: Evenings on the Pacific Dawn
The nightlife is a fantastic aspect of the cruising life - everything is right there, there is no driving or waiting in queues and you can pop back to your cabin to freshen up whenever you feel the need. The Pacific Dawn makes it easy to drink, socialise and dance the evening away in whatever manner you desire.
Broadway-style productions, concerts, live music and quiet places to relax are all on the Pacific Dawn evening entertainment menu. You can also catch a movie or an all-important sports match on the Big Screen by the pool, or take a breather and watch TV in your cabin.
Pacific Dawn activities, pool and fitness
Featuring The Edge outdoor adventure park, the Pacific Dawn has plenty of facilities to keep cruisers busy during the daytime hours. From racing simulators to a quiet library, the ship can cater to most tastes.
The two pools on the Pacific Dawn are found on Deck 12, and there is a jogging track on Deck 14 for some casual exercise. Those looking for a more structured workout will find the Aqua spa and fitness facility on Deck 2.
Pacific Dawn now also features the Waterpark where the Kids can play with interactive water features. Or embrace the fun with Waterslides found on Deck 14.
It's not just the features of the ship that make a Pacific Dawn cruise a good one, however, but the people. The crew will organise activities for passengers of all ages and interests. You might decide on a martini mixology class, a dance class, the classic trivia quiz or a spot of karaoke to while away a sea day, or just pull up a deckchair and enjoy being at sea.
Cabins onboard the Pacific Dawn
A place to rest your head at night is important on any holiday. The Pacific Dawn can provide just that, as well as some great options for cruising families.
The ship has a total of 795 cabins and suites. All suites and 134 cabins have balconies, and the rest include 440 outside (oceanview) staterooms and 171 inside staterooms. Blue accents and wooden touches throughout make all accommodations an attractive place to spend time, and they all come with a flat screen TV, individual air conditioning, daily services and cleaning and space to store your clothes away.
Suite guests aboard the Pacific Dawn enjoy a few extra perks. As well as separate living areas, they get a nespresso coffee machine, an iPod dock, a fridge, complimentary laundry service, and invites to the Senior Officers Cocktail party on cruises of five nights or more.
Interconnecting rooms make it simple to house the whole family. On the Pacific Dawn, they are available in quad-quad, twin-quad, triple-triple and twin-twin configurations for various sized groups.
Food and Dining
Pacific Dawn dining: what's available.
Dining included in your cruise fare:
- Waterfront Restaurant for a-la-carte dining
- Plantation Restaurant buffet
- The Grill casual meals by the pool.
Specialty dining (charges apply):
- Salt Grill: The freshest and finest Australian cuisine by celebrity chef Luke Mangan
- Luna: Asian cuisine
- Chef's Table: dining presented by the Executive Chef
- The Cafe: chocolate goodies and specialty coffees
- Shell & Bones: seafood and good meats
Entertainment
Spend a busy sea day on the Pacific Dawn with some great entertainment facilities and activities!
Pacific Dawn pools and more
A small makeover in early 2015 saw the Pacific Dawn get not only the Edge adventure park but a new-look pool deck with hammocks, a new bar and resort-style outdoor furniture for a luxurious lounging experience.
In 2017 Pacific Dawn installed the Waterpark where the Kids can play with interactive water features. Or embrace the fun with Waterslides found on Deck 14.
The two pools are found on Deck 12 and are separated by a large outdoor stage. and some hot tubs. One is for adults only, and the other a buzzing hive of activity for everyone onboard. Nearby you will also find the big screen and the Lido Pool Bar for those fruity cocktails which go so well with a day at the pool.
The Edge is for adrenaline-seekers. Features include an abseiling wall on the funnel, a flying fox, a bow ladder climb, a cargo net race, a high ropes course and more - all with the appropriate safety equipment of course.
Down in the bowels of the ship is the fitness centre and Aqua spa, with plenty of cardio equipment, weights and weight machines and a supply of fresh towels free of charge. The spa includes a beauty salon as well as the usual massages, acupuncture and other treatments.
Pacific Dawn daily schedules
Passengers will have the Pacific Daily delivered to their cabin each morning outlining the day's scheduled activities and a little information about time zones, sunrise and sunset. There is no monotony on the Pacific Dawn, each day is different: but here are a few things you might possibly see in your day's line-up:
- Health seminars and instructions in the Aqua spa
- Dance classes of all kinds in the Dome
- Table tennis tournaments, deck quoits, adult pool games, shuffleboard and more games and competitions on the upper decks
- Scavenger hunts, pictionary, trivia, bingo, cocktail mixology
- Get togethers for various passengers - singles, card players and other groups
- Fitness classes
In the evening
The daily newsletter also covers what's happening each night. Aboard the Pacific Dawn, the Marquee Theatre is where the live spectacles take place and you will also find a lot of people enjoying the movies and sports games on the big screen. The Orient Pub is a favourite place for a quiet drink, as is the Mix bar for cocktails. The casino doubles as a sports bar, and for dancing you can head to the Dome late after 10:30pm when it becomes a nightclub.
Theme nights are a fun aspect of the P&O entertainment. Themed music, decorations and costumes donned by obliging passengers make a great party atmosphere - check your cruise schedule to find out what you can expect.
Pacific Dawn for families
A holiday on the Pacific Dawn is great for adults and even better for kids, with the legendary P&O Kids Clubs offering fun and activities targeted at four different age groups. There is Turtle Cove for two to six year olds, Shark Shack for seven to ten year olds, HQ for eleven to fourteen year olds and HQ+ for fifteen to seventeen year olds. These all provide age-appropriate things for kids to do, with cool hang out areas for the older teens.
Additional excitement for the young ones includes a short film making opportunity, a talent show, a music program and Sleepyheads Storytime for the littlest cruisers before they head off to bed. Additional excitement for the adults includes the fact that the kids programs operate until 10:30pm - and group child minding is available until 1am for an extra charge.
Of course, a family holiday should include time together, and the Pacific Dawn's facilities offer plenty of opportunities for that. From a day at the pool to taking on the other teams in a scavenger hunt, a cruise is a great way to make memories with the entire clan.
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P&O - Pacific Dawn Cabins
Balcony Cabin
Open your doors and let the outside in! Make the most of your time at sea with your own private Balcony Room, it’s the best way to enjoy all the comfort of our onboard rooms and all the beauty of living on the ocean. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it that’s equipped with everything you need.
Balcony rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including:
- Private balcony with outdoor furniture~
- Private ensuite, shower only
- Flat screen TV
- Telephone
- Wardrobe, desk with chair
- Safety deposit box
- Air-conditioning with personal controls
- Fridge - excluding Pacific Aria and Pacific Eden
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
Please Note: Some balconies are metal fronted instead of Glass.
Capacity:
- Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
Inside Cabin
- Made up as either a double or twin for twin share occupancy^
- Two fixed lower beds and two upper beds for quad share occupancy^
- Cabin has no window
- Private ensuite, shower only
- Flat screen TV for in-cabin entertainment
- Fridge
- Wardrobe, safety deposit box, desk with chair
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
^ The two lower beds cannot be converted to a queen-size bed if the 3rd or 4th upper berths are occupied or if a cot is required. A lower berth will be removed to accommodate a cot (Cot is subject to availability).
Mini Suite with Balcony
Fresh air and far out views are all part of the furniture in our Mini-Suites. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need.
Mini-Suites feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room, including:
- Private balcony and spacious living area
- Floor to ceiling windows
- Bathroom with shower over bath
- Flat screen TV
- Telephone
- Safety deposit box
- Wardrobe with dressing area, desk with chair
- Fridge
- Air-conditioning with personal controls
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation
- Pillow concierge (choice of up to 6 different types of pillows)
- Welcome aboard letter from Hotel Director
- Welcome glass of sparkling wine on arrival
- Fresh fruit bowl provided in suite
- Complimentary bath robe and slippers
- Turndown service
- Complimentary shoe shine service
Capacity:
- Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
- Quad rooms feature a double sofa bed
Obstructed View Cabin
- A cabin with a window that is obstructed in view by a lifeboat. In some cases the view is completely obstructed by the lifeboat but will allow some natural light into the cabin.
- Made up as either a double or twin for twin share occupancy^
- Two fixed lower beds and two upper beds for quad share occupancy
- Private ensuite, shower only
- Flat screen TV for in-cabin entertainment
- Fridge
- Wardrobe, safety deposit box, desk with chair
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
*Please note, the obstruction will vary from cabin to cabin and this is an indication only
^ The two lower beds cannot be converted to a queen-size bed if the 3rd or 4th upper berths are occupied or if a cot is required. A lower berth will be removed to accommodate a cot (Cot subject to availability).
Oceanview Cabin
Oceanview rooms feature a window or porthole so you won’t miss a single ocean view. With all the action on deck and ashore, it’s nice to know there’s a cosy, clean sanctuary with your name on it, equipped with everything you need. Oceanview rooms are available in a range bedding combinations including twin, double, triple and quad share.
Available on all ships across the fleet, Oceanview rooms feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room including:
- A window or porthole
- Private ensuite, shower only
- Flat screen TV
- Telephone
- Wardrobe, desk with chair
- Safety deposit box
- Air-conditioning with personal controls
- Fridge
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
CAPACITY:
- Twin rooms feature twin beds which can convert into a queen bed^
- Quad rooms feature two lower and two upper (bunk) beds
^ The two lower beds cannot be converted to a queen-size bed if the 3rd or 4th upper berths are occupied or if a cot is required. A lower berth will be removed to accommodate a cot (Cot subject to availability). Cabin 5103, 5104, 5107, 5108 has fixed queen bed that can not convert to twin bedding.
Porthole Cabin With Bunk Beds
- 1 x Upper and 1 x Lower berth only
- Cabin has a Porthole
- Private ensuite, shower only
- Flat screen TV for in-cabin entertainment
- Fridge
- Wardrobe, safety deposit box, desk with chair
- 24-hour room service*
- Bathrobe and slippers*
*Charges apply
Suite with Balcony
Offering the high life on the high seas with a balcony, separate sitting area, priority embarkation, complimentary laundry service, a Nespresso coffee machine, iPod music system and an invitation to the Senior Officers Cocktail (on cruises of 5 nights or more).
Suites feature all of the luxuries of a hotel room, including:
- Private balcony and spacious living area
- Floor to ceiling windows
- Bathroom with bath and shower
- Telephone
- Flat screen TV
- Walk-in wardrobe with dressing area, desk with chair
- Safety deposit box
- Fridge
- CD/DVD player, fully loaded iPod with docking station
- Air-conditioning with personal controls
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation
- Pillow concierge (choice of up to 6 different types of pillows)
- Invitation to senior officer's private cocktail party (on cruises over 5 nights)
- Complimentary bottled water and laundry service
- Coffee machine
- iPod music player
- Welcome aboard letter from Hotel Director
- Priority tender tickets
- Priority dining reservations
- Priority spa reservations
- Priority bookings for shore tours
- Canapes on cocktail evenings
- Welcome glass of sparkling wine on arrival
- Priority spa reservations
- Fresh fruit bowl provided in suite
- Premium bathroom amenities
- Complimentary bathrobe and slippers
- Turndown service
- Complimentary shoe shine service
- Optional complimentary afternoon tea served in suite
- Optional complimentary breakfast served in suite
Capacity::
- Twin single beds that convert into a queen bed
- Quad rooms feature a double sofa bed
P&O - Pacific Dawn Deck Plans
P&O - Pacific Dawn Restaurants, Bars & Eateries
Cost Included Dining Options
Waterfront Restaurant
The Waterfront Restaurant is a modern, stylish restaurant offering, full service, a la carte dining. You can choose from the regular menu or the ever changing range of specials, and the young ones will love the selection on the kid’s menu.
Family style share platters are popular features on the Waterfront Restaurant menu. Designed for four to six people to share, choose from platters such as Honey and lemon whole roasted chicken with bread stuffing, natural gravy, charred onions and root vegetables, or baked, rustic beef and onion pie in Shiraz sauce with roasted vegetables.
Located on Deck 7.
The Pantry
Eat as many plates as you can and try all the flavours of the world at The Pantry, P&O Cruises' interactive-style dining experience. You can choose from the options below.
- Curry House: Taste the flavours of the world's most exotic places at Curry House, a smorgasbord of classic curry flavours and authentic dishes.
- Mexicana: Mexican tacos filled with favorites like homemade salsas and pickles, chili, guacamole, fresh lime and cheese. Yes please!
- Kettle & Bun: Kettle & Bun is serving up freshly baked bread, expertly crafted sandwiches, great tasting salads and mouth-watering soups.
- Sugar Bar: Indulge in a sweet selection of perfectly baked cakes, flaky buttery pastries and delightful individual desserts at Sugar Bar.
- Hook's Fish & Chips: The local fish and chip shop, serving up crispy battered fish and hot chips with the perfect amount of crunch.
- STIX: Stir-fries, sizzling noodles and soups. Indulge your passion for Asia’s finest cuisines with the intriguing menu at Stix.
- Fat Cow: Vegetarians beware. At Fat Cow we're serving up the finest cuts possible to send meat lovers into a flutter.
- Nic & Toni's: Serving Mediterranean dining options with fresh seafood and pasta dishes.
Located on Deck 12.
Cost Required Dining Options
The Cafe
Calling all chocoholics! When you are craving a chocolate fix while onboard a visit to The Cafe will hit the spot. Try the warm chocolate volcano with a melting heart of pure chocolate or the freshly baked Belgian waffles, served with chocolate sauce of course.
Open from early in the morning until late at night and located on deck 12 right near the pool, The Cafe is the perfect spot to grab a quick snack, coffee or cocktail.
Located on Deck 12. Pay per item.
Shell & Bones
Enjoy a bounty of sumptuous seafood at our new venue, Shell & Bones.
Featuring crab from Queensland, blue mussels from South Australia and much more, this restaurant is set to reel in guests. Or, take a pick of items off the grill with beef short ribs and roasted chicken. Alongside, there are vegetarian options as well, with a sweet treat for all to finish.
Located on Deck 12. Pay per item.
Salt Grill by Luke Mangan
Celebrity chef Luke Mangan brings his reputation, talent and flare to Salt grill’s exquisite menu. This stand out restaurant brings the very best of fine dining and the finest Australian wines exclusively to P&O Cruises, all for a fraction of the price you pay on land.
One mouthful of Luke Mangan’s luscious signature dish, Salt grill crab omelette, enoki mushroom salad and miso broth, and you’ll know why this award winning Australian chef is celebrated around the world.
Surcharge of AUD $49.00 per person applies (3 course Evening Meal), AUD $35 for Lunch (sea days only) or AUD $20.00 per person for High Tea.
Chef's Table
For a meal that is equal parts memorable and mouth-watering, join us at Chef's Table.
Your evening starts with a cocktail and canapes reception hosted by the Executive Chef, followed by an exclusive tour of the galley. Once seated, the Executive Chef will introduce each course and its expertly matched wine.
It's your job to relax amongst great company and indulge as we serve up this extraordinary dining experience.
Located in the Waterfront Restaurant on Deck 7. Bookings essential once onboard. Charges apply. Adults Only.
The Grill
When the weather's just too good to go inside to eat you can grab a casual meal from The Grill and enjoy it on the the top deck overlooking the pool. The selection includes a gourmet beef burger, a pulled pork burger, hot dogs, nachos, pizzas, meat pies and chips.
For a classic Aussie dining experience you can also purchase a bucket of prawns or chicken wings. What could be better than lounging by the pool, enjoying some sunshine and nourishing some morsels along with a chilled beverage.
Located on Deck 12.
New Zealand Natural Ice Cream
Why stop at one scoop? Try all your favourite flavours onboard at New Zealand Natural ice cream.Located on Deck 12.
Room Service
You can also order from our 24-hour room service menu.
Charges apply.
P&O - Pacific Dawn Onboard Entertainment
Spa
Aqua Health Spa on the Pacific Dawn
Aqua Health Spa
Unwind with some rejuvenating 'you' time. At our onboard day spa you can loosen your muscles, relieve your tension and clear your mind. And we're not just talking facials and massages. Reflexology, acupuncture, men's treatments, even teeth whitening are all on the menu.
And if you're not feeling quite prepped for the poolside, we've got you covered with spray tans, body scrubs, and the full service range of a hair and beauty salon.
Aqua Health Spa Fitness is open daily though we suggest you make a booking on embarkation day for an appointment time which suits you.
Charges apply.
Bars and Lounges
Bars and Lounges on the Pacific Dawn
The Dome
If you feel like dancing the night away The Dome is the place to be. Our DJs know just how to get the party started so make sure you wear the right shoes to burn a hole in the dance floor.
Promenade Bar
Sometimes known as the 'piano bar' because of the grand piano that is its permanent centrepiece, this bar hosts popular Mix Academy cocktail making classes during the day. In the evening, low-key musical entertainment is provided by either a solo guitarist or pianist.
The Orient
At the Orient, the atmosphere is warm and the beer is frosty. This pub-style venue serves draught beer on tap, bottled ciders and craft beers. So sit back and relax with your favourite in this cosy and comfortable venue.
The Oasis Bar
It's just like it sounds - a happy, peaceful place that's all about down-time, drinks and deckchairs.
Ocean Bar
Decorated with comfy chaise lounges in an area with few columns for more open space. This onboard bar is offers a resort-style set up perfects for an afternoon drink or some well-deserved lazing around.
Lido Pool Bar
Sip the day away by the pool – you’re never going to feel so relaxed.
Marquee Bar
Take in a performance or even a game of bingo (charges apply for bingo).
Charlies Bar
This is a great spot to sit back with a snack or drink and take in all of the action and entertainment happening in the Atrium.
The Cafe
Conveniently located on top deck close to the pool, The Cafe serves a range of snacks and drinks ranging from coffee to cocktails.
Kids Club
Kids Club on the Pacific Dawn
P&O's unique Kids' Club programs have been developed with guidance from professional childhood academics, with a focus on the sorts of can't-wait-to-tell-my-friends-back-home type activities you wont find anywhere else. P&O also limit the number of children onboard each cruise to ensure everyone receives an even higher level of care and attention.
Here's just a sample of the activities on offer:
Turtle Cove (2-6yrs)
iPad activities, DUPLO Zone, Arts and Crafts, Movies and Cartoons, Talent Sohws, Theme nights, Mini Olympics, Sleepyheads storytime.
Shark Shack (7-10yrs)
iPad activities, LEGO Zone, Arts and Crafts, Movies and Cartoons, Scavenger hunts, Jewellery making, Dance lessons, Karaoke.
HQ & HQ+ (11-14 & 15-17yrs)
Stop-Motion film making, Teen jam music sessions, Sports competitions, Movies, Theme nights, Karaoke, Talent Shows, Dance Classes.
Please note: toilet trained children two and up are welcome without adult supervision and infants under two may access the centre as long as they are accompanied by a parent/guardian who is over the age of 18.
Night time childcare
From 10.30pm until 1am each evening, toilet trained kids three and over can hang out in the Kid’s Clubs for a nominal fee per child, per hour, with a special reduced rate per additional child. Check with Kid’s Club staff for details and prices.
Swimming
Any child using the pools must be supervised by a parent /guardian at all times. For public safety reasons, children in nappies (including swim nappies) and children who are not toilet trained are not permitted in the public swimming pools and spas.
P&O Edge
P&O Edge on the Pacific Dawn
P&O Edge is not for the faint hearted. If you're up for some extra adventure, join the adrenalin junkies at P&O Edge Adventure Park.
It's Australia's largest adventure park at sea, and take it from us, it's awesome! With up to 19 exciting activities you can really get your heart pumping.
Bookings for all P&O Edge activities can be made at the P&O Edge Shop front on Deck 12 (Opposite Aqua Hut)
Pacific Dawn Sail Away Opportunity (Limited Spaces)
Be lucky enough to have this unique opportunity to stand in some of the highest places on the ship whilst sailing away from the beautiful destinations on either the Crows Nest or Pacific Dawn Sign of the Pacific Dawn. This experience also includes a glass of Bubbles or Wine.
Rock Climb
Climb to some of the highest points on the ship. There are a range of purpose built climbs that use an auto belay system allowing you to climb over and over again up to 10 metres high off the deck.
Walk the Plank
Come up to the top decks once you are on board to Walk the Plank to the edge of the ship! Test your nerves, how far will you go? If someone in your group has been naughty, then make them Walk the Plank! Argggggh!
Pacific Dawn Sign Experience
Stand tall on our purpose built platform, directly above the Pacific Dawn Sign at the top of the ship and experience unique and spectacular views over the entire ship and ocean.
Low Ropes
Our purpose built Low Ropes obstacle course is approx 2m off the ground. It allows you to walk, climb and crawl around our high ropes park located on deck 15. Lower than the high ropes course makes it accessible for younger children or those wanting to test the waters before tackling the High Ropes challenge.
High Ropes
Our purpose built obstacle course in the air. Wearing a harness and connected to a continuous belay system, you will walk, climb and crawl around our high ropes park located on the very top of the ship. Watch the ocean go by as you complete this challenging yet fun course.
Flat Line
Seen the clowns at the circus walk the tight rope? You can try it out for yourself on our portable adventure that can run almost anywhere on the ship. It’s a flat line that you must attempt to walk from side to the other on, great for improving your balance and a great social activity.
Crows Nest
Ascend to the top of our purpose built structure on Deck 15 and be a real sailor looking out to sea. Get the best views and fantastic photo opportunities from the photo department. Up to 6 people can be up there together which could be a great family experience or a special moment for you and a loved one.
Climbing Wall
Climb the walls to the top of Deck 7, then across the roof and back down the other side. 4 purpose built climbs that use an auto belay system allowing you to climb over and over again.
Bouldering Wall
Just like climbing but instead of going up you will traverse across our wall located on Deck 7. Perfect for those who want to try climbing but are unsure of heights. Also great for experienced climbers to improve on their technique.
Titanic Moment
Come through crew only areas to arrive at the bow of the ship. You will walk on flat surface out to the very front of the ship; and we mean the front! We’ve even built a purpose built platform to get you further forward as you re-enact the infamous Titanic moment whilst being securely fastened to the ship.
Slackline Surfing
Seen the clowns at the circus walk the tight rope? You can try it out for yourself on Deck 15 in the sunshine. It’s a flat line that you must attempt to walk from side to the other on, great for improving your balance and a great social activity.
Segway
Challenge yourself on these amazing 2 wheeled vehicles. Receive an introduction on how to ride them from our Instructors and following on from this, if you choose to, you can ride our purpose built obstacle course in the open area of Deck 15.
P&O Bow Ladder Experience
Let us guide you through crew only areas to arrive exclusively at the bow of the ship. You will walk up a small ladder system to have a great photo opportunity from the photo department next the P&O Logo with the bridge in the background.
Laser Tag
Two teams will battle it out in the Marquee Theatre on Deck 7 using our laser equipment which consists of a phaser (gun) and head band (sensors to aim at). Plan your strategies, reload your weapon and respawn to conquer the ship.
Flying Fox
You can soar over 80m across the open decks of the ship on one of our zip lines! A unique experience at sea that is not to be missed!
Bungy Tramp
How high can you jump on a trampoline? Let’s add some bungy cords and a harness into the mix, how high can you jump now? This is a purpose designed trampoline that allows participants to jump higher than ever before whilst being securely fastened to the structure.
Bosun’s Chair Swing
Swing through the Atrium or open decks just like the Cirque team on our purpose rigged swing for children.
Abseil
Enjoy the views whilst you climb to the very top of the Aft funnel where you will be met by an instructor who will then guide you in Abseiling down the 10m high funnel, controlling your own descent the entire way!
Pacific Adventures has a minimum age of 6yrs on all activities. Note that to safely participate, you must also be able to correctly fit in the appropriate PPE. Children age from 6-17yrs. Adult ages from 18+
For safety reasons, weight restrictions apply to P&O Edge activities. Pacific Adventures may ask you for your weight before participating in an activity. Note, a maximum weight of 110kg on all activities. Exclusion to this is Bungy trampoline which is maximum of 90kg.
Casino
Players Bar and Casino on Pacific Dawn
Players Bar and Casino
Add a little luck to your cruise!
There are roulette and blackjack tables, gaming lessons for beginners, poker machines and even a private poker room on Pacific Aria & Pacific Eden. We also offer a Casino Rewards program which offers a wide variety of benefits.
And on cruises of seven night or more, don't miss Ladies Evenings where you can learn how to play the fantastic variety of games on offer including Blackjack, Roulette, Three Card Poker and Texas Hold'em Poker. It's a friendly, informative evening that's lots of fun.
Check the Pacific Daily onboard newsletter for more information.
Entertainment, Shows and Performances
Production Shows on the Pacific Dawn
Production Shows
Fancy a show after dinner? Our original production shows are choreographed by a leading Australian production company, designed exclusively for P&O Cruises audiences.
Performed in the impressive two-story Marquee Theatre and with a number of different shows*.
- The Velvet Rope: The Velvet Rope is a mix of song, dance and drama set in a nightclub of the 1930s. This is a story of hope and perseverance, a lesson in not always listening to others but listening to yourself and a joyful mix of music blends linking the romance of troubled times in the 1930s with the slick music grooves of the 21st century.
- The Very Last Night Show: Based on a live to air, TV show for a live studio audience, this show is a true variety show with some design elements matching a typical late night television show.
- DisConnected: Set in an inner-city cafe, DisConnected is a thought-provoking production show that uses music and dialogue to explore the complexities of social media and technology in today's world.
- Life As We Know It: A contemporary music performance piece which reflects on aspects of human life including love, loss, fear and joy. The soundtrack includes a mix of contemporary music and the imagery reflects the emotional, reflective and entertaining moments in various phases of life. The show features the Pacific Entertainers and also the Pacific Cirque team.
- Off The Charts - A concert-style production offering a roller coaster ride through some of the musical smash hits of the naughties. Off the Charts features the cool sounds of artists such as Adele, Amy Winehouse, Bruno Mars & Taylor Swift. Urban Funk, modern soul and cool pop vibes ensures it’s a high energy, feel good experience for everyone.
- Slumber - P&O beds can be a place of rest, of nurturing and revitalising. They can also be a place of struggle and torment. A place to dream, to love, to play, to escape to. This original new production has a bed as the central theme and touches on these aspects with a dream-like treatment. Featuring a broad mix of contemporary songs, Slumber is bound to be an entertaining treat for all.
*Production Shows may vary from ship to ship dependent on itineraries
Shopping
Shopping on the Pacific Dawn
Whether it’s window shopping or pure unabashed purchasing, there’s a floating marketplace to discover. You’ll find top names in fragrances, cosmetics, fashion, jewellery and accessories, plus the latest in digital cameras and equipment. And in our tax and duty free stores+, there are savings of up to 40% off the recommended retail price.
Be sure to keep an eye out for sales and special offers in Pacific Daily, the onboard newsletter.
+Tax and duty-free shopping is not available on Australian coastal cruises, except Queensland cruises featuring Willis Island.
Adult Only Activities
Sit Down Comedy Club on Pacific Dawn
Sit Down Comedy Club
This adult’s only event features some of Australia's funniest stand-up comedians in a comedy club setting.
The Oasis on the Pacific Dawn
The Oasis
The Oasis...it's just like it sounds - a happy, peaceful place that's all about downtime, drinks and deckchairs. A child-free refuge, where the sound track is the ship's wake, the cocktails are crisp and the view is a show-stopper.
But don't take our word for it, get onboard and pull up a day bed!
Sports & Fitness
Sports and Fitness on the Pacific Dawn
Fitness Centre
Access to the fitness centre is included in your cruise fare and it’s professionally staffed, with weight and aerobic conditioning equipment. There are also fitness classes, a sauna and steam rooms available (charges apply). Guests using the fitness centre must be 16 years or over.
Bootcamp at Sea
Bootcamp will get your pulse racing and your adrenalin pumping. Our exclusive program consists of specifically designed workouts conducted by qualified instructors. Challenge your body, strengthen your mind and build your character! To sign up visit the Fitness Centre once onboard (charges apply).
Swimming
Swimming on the Pacific Dawn
Pacific Dawn offers 1 x main pool on Deck 12 and 4 x hot tubs.
Any child using the pools must be supervised by a parent /guardian at all times. For public safety reasons, children in nappies (including swim nappies) and children who are not toilet trained are not permitted in the public swimming pools and spas.
Entertainment, Shows and Performances
The Big Screen on the Pacific Dawn
There's nothing like keeping up to date with your favourite movie and sports stars on the Big Screen with the epic ocean as your backdrop.
Visible day and night, the Big Screen is a giant entertainment screen located on top deck. Here you can catch your favourite film, watch live sporting events like NRL games and participate in Big Screen fun you definitely wouldn't be able to fit in your lounge room.
Available on Pacific Pearl the state-of-the-art LED Big Screens stretch a whopping four metres high and seven metres wide while the 63,000 watt sound system ensures the audio can be heard even when the ship is at full speed.
Located on Deck 12.
Themed Parties
Theme Nights on the Pacific Dawn
P&O Cruises have four new themed parties you won’t be able to stop yourself from joining, not that it was ever an option.
White Party
Bring your whitest and brightest outfits to this top deck whiteout featuring a DJ, live music, performers, white body paint, white cocktails and more!
Back to School
Get a hit of nostalgia and go back to school for a night in the Dome or Connexions. Features include a giant blackboard wall, graffiti decor and even a principal handing out detention slips for the class clowns. Get back to the good old days where your biggest worry was what to have for lunch.
Vegas Pool
Get glammed up and join us on the pool deck for an afternoon of sin (Sin City, that is). This pool party will be packed with high-energy music, Vegas style cocktails and performers. Think over-the-top, high-energy vibes you can only find in Vegas.
Gatsby Party
Live the extravagant style of Gatsby in real life. This high end cocktail party will be complete with themed music, entertainment and classic cocktails.
Water Activites
Waterpark & Waterslides on Pacific Dawn
2 x Waterslides
Ride our all new waterslides! Snaking off the ships funnels, our waterslides deliver meters of bright disco lights, sound systems and even have opaque areas that deliver a whole new level of thrill.
Waterpark
Our interactive waterpark is fun for the whole family. Designed for all ages, it’s a great way to cool off and spend time together.
- Vessel: P&O - Pacific Dawn
- Year: 1991
- Cruising speed: 20kn
- Onboard Currency: Australian Dollars
- Refurbished: March 2017
- Vessel: P&O - Pacific Dawn
- Year Built: 1991
- All Main Meals Included
- Casino
- Duty Free Shopping
- Guest Entertainers
- Jogging Track
- Live Music
- Themed Party Nights
- Length: 811ft
- Draft: 26.00ft
- Kids Club: Turtle Cove, Shark Shack, HQ and HQ+
- Passenger Capacity: 2,020
- Tonnage: 70,285
- Voltage: Australian 220v
- 24-Hour Room Service
- Art Auctions
- Dance Classes
- Fitness Centre and Gym
- Internet Facilities
- Kids Club
- Medical Centre
- Waterpark and Waterslides
P&O - Pacific Dawn Overview
Pacific Dawn cruise ship
P&O Cruises has a stunner in the Pacific Dawn. Designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano, she started life in the Princess fleet and made her debut with P&O Australia in 2008. This sturdy ship is a favourite amongst the line's fun-loving and relaxed Australian passengers, having received a modernising refurbishment in 2017 to bring about a new Dawn of cruising in the South Pacific.
Freshened up cabins and public spaces make the Pacific Dawn feel up-to-date but still comfortable with natural tones and lots of blue and green accents to bring the ocean inside. Casual fun in the sun is the atmosphere onboard the Pacific Dawn, and many cruisers come away feeling like they have made a big, inanimate ship-shaped friend.
Food: Pacific Dawn restaurants
A very important issue for most cruisers! The dining options aboard the Pacific Dawn mean no-one ever has to go hungry. Order off the menu at the Waterfront Restaurant or opt for a more casual grab and go style of dining - the choices are there.
You can also spice up your evening meal with one of the Pacific Dawn's specialty restaurants or the incredible Chef's Table dining experience.
The P&O fleet has a focus on fresh, local ingredients, and you can get Aussie favourites mixed in with the usual cruise ship fare. Great and friendly service rounds out the fantastic Pacific Dawn dining experience.
Bars and more: Evenings on the Pacific Dawn
The nightlife is a fantastic aspect of the cruising life - everything is right there, there is no driving or waiting in queues and you can pop back to your cabin to freshen up whenever you feel the need. The Pacific Dawn makes it easy to drink, socialise and dance the evening away in whatever manner you desire.
Broadway-style productions, concerts, live music and quiet places to relax are all on the Pacific Dawn evening entertainment menu. You can also catch a movie or an all-important sports match on the Big Screen by the pool, or take a breather and watch TV in your cabin.
Pacific Dawn activities, pool and fitness
Featuring The Edge outdoor adventure park, the Pacific Dawn has plenty of facilities to keep cruisers busy during the daytime hours. From racing simulators to a quiet library, the ship can cater to most tastes.
The two pools on the Pacific Dawn are found on Deck 12, and there is a jogging track on Deck 14 for some casual exercise. Those looking for a more structured workout will find the Aqua spa and fitness facility on Deck 2.
Pacific Dawn now also features the Waterpark where the Kids can play with interactive water features. Or embrace the fun with Waterslides found on Deck 14.
It's not just the features of the ship that make a Pacific Dawn cruise a good one, however, but the people. The crew will organise activities for passengers of all ages and interests. You might decide on a martini mixology class, a dance class, the classic trivia quiz or a spot of karaoke to while away a sea day, or just pull up a deckchair and enjoy being at sea.
Cabins onboard the Pacific Dawn
A place to rest your head at night is important on any holiday. The Pacific Dawn can provide just that, as well as some great options for cruising families.
The ship has a total of 795 cabins and suites. All suites and 134 cabins have balconies, and the rest include 440 outside (oceanview) staterooms and 171 inside staterooms. Blue accents and wooden touches throughout make all accommodations an attractive place to spend time, and they all come with a flat screen TV, individual air conditioning, daily services and cleaning and space to store your clothes away.
Suite guests aboard the Pacific Dawn enjoy a few extra perks. As well as separate living areas, they get a nespresso coffee machine, an iPod dock, a fridge, complimentary laundry service, and invites to the Senior Officers Cocktail party on cruises of five nights or more.
Interconnecting rooms make it simple to house the whole family. On the Pacific Dawn, they are available in quad-quad, twin-quad, triple-triple and twin-twin configurations for various sized groups.
Food and Dining
Pacific Dawn dining: what's available.
Dining included in your cruise fare:
- Waterfront Restaurant for a-la-carte dining
- Plantation Restaurant buffet
- The Grill casual meals by the pool.
Specialty dining (charges apply):
- Salt Grill: The freshest and finest Australian cuisine by celebrity chef Luke Mangan
- Luna: Asian cuisine
- Chef's Table: dining presented by the Executive Chef
- The Cafe: chocolate goodies and specialty coffees
- Shell & Bones: seafood and good meats
Entertainment
Spend a busy sea day on the Pacific Dawn with some great entertainment facilities and activities!
Pacific Dawn pools and more
A small makeover in early 2015 saw the Pacific Dawn get not only the Edge adventure park but a new-look pool deck with hammocks, a new bar and resort-style outdoor furniture for a luxurious lounging experience.
In 2017 Pacific Dawn installed the Waterpark where the Kids can play with interactive water features. Or embrace the fun with Waterslides found on Deck 14.
The two pools are found on Deck 12 and are separated by a large outdoor stage. and some hot tubs. One is for adults only, and the other a buzzing hive of activity for everyone onboard. Nearby you will also find the big screen and the Lido Pool Bar for those fruity cocktails which go so well with a day at the pool.
The Edge is for adrenaline-seekers. Features include an abseiling wall on the funnel, a flying fox, a bow ladder climb, a cargo net race, a high ropes course and more - all with the appropriate safety equipment of course.
Down in the bowels of the ship is the fitness centre and Aqua spa, with plenty of cardio equipment, weights and weight machines and a supply of fresh towels free of charge. The spa includes a beauty salon as well as the usual massages, acupuncture and other treatments.
Pacific Dawn daily schedules
Passengers will have the Pacific Daily delivered to their cabin each morning outlining the day's scheduled activities and a little information about time zones, sunrise and sunset. There is no monotony on the Pacific Dawn, each day is different: but here are a few things you might possibly see in your day's line-up:
- Health seminars and instructions in the Aqua spa
- Dance classes of all kinds in the Dome
- Table tennis tournaments, deck quoits, adult pool games, shuffleboard and more games and competitions on the upper decks
- Scavenger hunts, pictionary, trivia, bingo, cocktail mixology
- Get togethers for various passengers - singles, card players and other groups
- Fitness classes
In the evening
The daily newsletter also covers what's happening each night. Aboard the Pacific Dawn, the Marquee Theatre is where the live spectacles take place and you will also find a lot of people enjoying the movies and sports games on the big screen. The Orient Pub is a favourite place for a quiet drink, as is the Mix bar for cocktails. The casino doubles as a sports bar, and for dancing you can head to the Dome late after 10:30pm when it becomes a nightclub.
Theme nights are a fun aspect of the P&O entertainment. Themed music, decorations and costumes donned by obliging passengers make a great party atmosphere - check your cruise schedule to find out what you can expect.
Pacific Dawn for families
A holiday on the Pacific Dawn is great for adults and even better for kids, with the legendary P&O Kids Clubs offering fun and activities targeted at four different age groups. There is Turtle Cove for two to six year olds, Shark Shack for seven to ten year olds, HQ for eleven to fourteen year olds and HQ+ for fifteen to seventeen year olds. These all provide age-appropriate things for kids to do, with cool hang out areas for the older teens.
Additional excitement for the young ones includes a short film making opportunity, a talent show, a music program and Sleepyheads Storytime for the littlest cruisers before they head off to bed. Additional excitement for the adults includes the fact that the kids programs operate until 10:30pm - and group child minding is available until 1am for an extra charge.
Of course, a family holiday should include time together, and the Pacific Dawn's facilities offer plenty of opportunities for that. From a day at the pool to taking on the other teams in a scavenger hunt, a cruise is a great way to make memories with the entire clan.
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