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The clue is in the title, money you can spend on board the ship. Choosing the Select fare you’ll be given the opportunity to choose between on board credit, parking with CPS at Southampton or a coach to the port. As well as being given a range of other benefits. The credit will be placed automatically on your account when you arrive onboard, however you cant use it leading up to the holiday when booking excursions etc. You can spend it on Fine Dining, Shore excursions, Spa treatments, Drinks and much more.

Although full board is covered in the cost of your holiday, you can enjoy the treat of luxury dining in one of the speciality restaurants. From thick juicy steaks to sushi on the Arvia, you can relax and enjoy dining at its finest for a small fee compared to what you’d pay on land. Mains in The Glass House will only set you back from £4.50 or head to Ripples to cool down and grab some ice cream from £3 upwards.

Spa treatments are a must when on holiday, pampering yourself the right way in Oasis Spa. Dip into the hydrotherapy pools, thermal suites or enjoy a relaxing massage. Pop to the hairdressers/barbers on board to style your hair for the evening, or even try a new nail colour. You will be in a world of relaxation for a small additional price.

Enjoy some retail therapy in the Duty free shops on board, with VAT discounts you’ll be saving your money on the High Streets. Shop till you drop with the choice of, Watches, Fragrances, Sunglasses, Jewellery, Drinks, Souvenirs, Bags, Clothes and more holiday essentials. This is the perfect way to spend your On Board Credit.

Find new passions when booking shore experiences onboard. Try kayaking on the Fjords or hike up the Glaciers in Norway, Snorkel in Dubrovnik’s crystal waters or hit the taboggans in Madeira. With lots of excursions to choose from, you could do the same itinerary multiple times and experience new jaw dropping views or passions each time. Subject to availability when on board, due to Credit not being used prior to cruise embarkation day.

P&O have a hassle free way to purchase anything on board, you will find your cruise card waiting for you outside your cabin. This is essentially like a Bank Card which you use throughout your holiday as well as embarking and disembarking the ship. To keep track of all your purchases and to see how much OBC you have, simply check on your TV in the cabin or download the My Holidays app, The app allows you to book restaurants, Spa treatments, Check the Daily Horizon and more. You cruise card allows you access to your cabin as well. Its really that simple!

All ships across the fleet hold a cashless environment, allowing there to be no reason to bring cash onboard. There is no conversions on any purchases as everything is GBP, No hidden costs or free so you can relax knowing exactly what you are spending. Save the tips for your spending money, P&O offer good quality service for the price of your holiday. When the time comes to depart there will be a statement outside your cabin on the last day, you have a choice for the balance to paid. You can either choose to have the payment taken by your registered card during checking, or head to reception before departure to pay the balance via cash.

OBC can be used for:

• Drinks Packages
• The Art Gallery
• Speciality Dining
• WI-FI Packages
• Laundry and Dry Cleaning
• Drinks from Bars and Speciality Restaurants
• Spa Treatments
• Salon Services
• Shore Experiences
• Items from Any Shop
• Gifts i.e. Flowers, Cakes etc.