What if your wedding and honeymoon could become one unforgettable journey?
For couples dreaming of doing something a little different, P&O Cruises Ceremonies Sea and Ceremonies on Shore offer the chance to combine your wedding celebration with a cruise to some of the world’s most beautiful destinations. From saying “I do” with the ocean stretching out around you to exchanging vows on the shores of Barbados, there are plenty of ways to make your wedding day feel truly unforgettable.
And with dedicated wedding specialists on hand throughout the planning process, you can enjoy the excitement of a destination wedding without having to organise every detail alone.
Why combine your wedding with a cruise?
There’s something undeniably romantic about setting sail together and turning your wedding into the beginning of an adventure.
A cruise allows you to celebrate your wedding and honeymoon as part of the same experience, with the chance to discover new destinations, enjoy time together at sea and relax once the celebrations are over. From beautiful ocean views and world-class dining to live entertainment and days spent unwinding on deck, there’s plenty to enjoy before and after you say “I do”.
For guests joining you, it also means turning your wedding into an experience everyone can enjoy together.
Saying “I do” at sea
Getting married by the captain of a ship sounds like something from a classic romance — and with P&O Cruises Ceremonies Sea, it can become a reality.
Available across all seven P&O Cruises ships on cruises of five nights or more, the ceremony can be legally officiated by the captain, who will also sign a keepsake certificate to mark the occasion.
The experience includes support from pre-cruise and onboard wedding specialists, an elegant ceremony venue and priority check-in when embarking in Southampton. Couples can also enjoy traditional wedding touches including a two-tier wedding cake, fresh flowers, a Champagne toast with keepsake flutes and a romantic dinner at a speciality restaurant.
There are plenty of honeymoon-ready extras too, including breakfast in bed, Prosecco and chocolate-covered strawberries on your wedding night, plus £100 towards spa treatments.
A wedding in paradise: Ceremonies on Shore
Prefer to exchange vows somewhere tropical?
P&O Cruises Ceremonies on Shore offer couples the opportunity to celebrate their wedding in Barbados, with the choice of a barefoot beach ceremony or an intimate celebration in the gardens of a luxury resort.
The package includes coordination from both onboard and ashore wedding specialists, a wedding officiant, executive transfers and a beautiful wedding arch decorated with fresh flowers.
And once you return to the ship, the celebrations continue, with the same romantic touches including breakfast in bed, a speciality restaurant dinner, Champagne, Prosecco with strawberries and £100 towards spa treatments.
Choose a destination to remember
Your wedding setting can make a huge difference to the feel of the day, and P&O Cruises offers plenty of opportunities to discover somewhere special.
From the powder-soft beaches of Barbados to the historic charm of Lisbon and the lush landscapes of St Lucia, couples can combine their celebration with an unforgettable destination.
There’s also the opportunity to plan memorable experiences for your wedding party while you’re away, from catamaran cruises and snorkelling adventures to vineyard tours and glacial forest hikes.
What should you pack for a cruise wedding?
Fortunately, there’s no need to compromise on the wedding details you’ve been dreaming about.
When sailing from Southampton, there are no luggage limits, so you can bring everything from your bridalwear and suits to personalised decorations, favours, a guest book and other meaningful touches.
P&O Cruises recommends carrying bridalwear and suits in protective garment bags and keeping them with you when boarding, particularly if you’re flying to meet your ship.
And if you forget something — or simply find the perfect keepsake once you’re onboard — the ship’s shops offer jewellery, accessories, beauty products and other special gifts.
Planning your P&O Cruises wedding
Once you’ve spoken to a member of the Ceremonies team and booked your cruise, you can secure your chosen ceremony.
Around five months before your wedding date, you’ll receive a ceremony planning form where you can confirm the details and personal touches you’d like. Your dedicated wedding specialist will then help arrange everything ahead of the big day.
For more information, contact the P&O Cruises Ceremony Specialist team on 0344 3388 595, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm (excluding bank holidays), or email
You can also find out more about P&O Cruises Ceremonies Sea and Ceremonies on Shore via their website.
Ready to take your wedding somewhere completely different? With P&O Cruises, your “I do” could be the beginning of an incredible journey.