P&O Australia - Pacific Dawn

With Reuben Goossens

Cruise’n’Travel Journalist / Cruise Reviewer & Maritime Historian

MV Pacific Dawn

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On this final photo page, which has been made available to us by my close friend Kosta Specis of Sydney, we are going to conclude with the fabulous “The Dome” atop of the ship on Sun Deck, then down to Lido Deck and the pools and conclude with the Palm Court Restaurant and the “Café Del Sol” and night-time optional “Steakhouse.” You will note that there are a number of venues not covered, such as the Legends Sports Bar & Casino, the Trattoria, Lido Café & Juice Bar, Lido Pool Bar, the Spa & Gym as well as the children’s and youth centres. However, the good news is there will still be new things for you to discover when join board the Pacific Dawn for your own cruise in the near future - Bon Voyage!

Entrance to “The Dome” is via a tunnel on both sides of the ship

During the day this is a magnificent observation lounge and Bar, akin to P&O UK’s Crow’s Nest

At night The Dome becomes the Night Club with live bands entertaining until Midnight, and then it becomes the Disco

Lido Deck is fully glazed in, but vents along the top allow ventilation. Perfect for relaxation and for an outdoor buffet lunch

The two pools are separated by twin Jacuzzis on a dais

This is a multi purpose space, table tennis, dance floor and entertainment at night under the starts

There are two more Jacuzzis aft on Aloha Deck

The Palm Court Restaurant & Café Del Sol

Warm timbers are a feature throughout Pacific Dawn and this gives the restaurant a warm and inviting elegance

A fine glazed panel features the Hibiscus

With its large windows on three sides, the room has ample light as well as spectacular ocean views

Above and below: Aft on Lido deck is the Buffet, Café Del Sol, open for Breakfast & Lunch

Café Del Sol extends aft & outdoors

The aft section of Café Del Sol is divided at night to become: 1. Café Del Sol for dinner (Free). 2. The Steakhouse (small charge applies).

Accommodations

Mr Specis and his friend travelled in cabin P190, which is a twin bedded cabin, portside aft on Plaza Deck. It certainly is not one of the higher graded cabins, however the good news is, that most cabins on the ship close to identical, be they inside or with a window. Only the top graded cabins, those with a balcony, mini suites and suites are laid out differently and are much larger. As you can see from this average cabin, it is of a good size and you will note that in this case it has an additional two berths available for families travelling together. These berths are tucked away into the ceiling when not in use. Thus, this cabin can be used as a twin, three or four berth cabin.

Each cabin is superbly equipped and has ample wardrobe and closet space!

Note the upper berths in the ceiling

Above and below: These photos provide a good idea of the width of the cabin. More generous than o most ships!

Note the LCD TV

Walk-in wardrobe

Basin in the bathroom

Below you will find three additional photographs of a mini suite which is suited for passengers with a disability. During the cruise Kosta met a delightful couple and they had booked this mini suite, equipped with a bathroom for passengers with disabilities. Sadly I do not have their names, but I am sure they will be delighted to be included in these pages.

Another happy couple who according to Kosta thoroughly enjoyed their cruise on Pacific Dawn!

Bathroom suitable for wheelchairs, etc

A mini suite has a wider balcony than a balcony cabin

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