P&O Cruises will officially name its newest ship Arvia in March with a spectacular beachside ceremony in Barbados which will be broadcast live online to a global audience.
The event, to be held during a cruise of the Caribbean, will include some of Britain’s most contemporary, popular performers and presenters,
P&O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said: “Arvia, which will be delivered in December, will spend her first season sailing in the Caribbean so it is fitting that we mark her naming in one of our favourite ports of call with a week of celebratory performances and experiences on board.
“The ship will be positioned off one of the island’s most stunning beaches so the audience at home will be able to see both the striking new interior design of the ship as well as the performances and events taking place on the shore. It will be an unmissable event.”
Prime Minister of Barbados, The Honourable Mia Amor Mottley said: “Barbados continues to share a rich relationship with our sea and tourism, and the cruise industry has been of vital importance to our island and our economy.”
“I am delighted Barbados can be that place that continues to bring more “firsts” to the world, and through this beachside ceremony, give thousands of people the opportunity to see a glimpse of what we have to offer.”