If you’re embarking your Aurora in Rotterdam please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to the shipyard. Aurora April 2025…
If you’re embarking your ship in Yokohama please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. Please note embarking…
Throughout their Caribbean season, the team on board Arvia have been busy arranging friendly football matches ashore in Tortola making use of the recreation ground…
International Women’s Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting women’s advancement. Since 1911, IWD…
If you’re embarking your ship in Callao please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. IMPORTANT: Electronic travel…
As we continue our focus on sustainability and environmental stewardship, we’re taking a look at the impactful projects and achievements made across the business in…
On 5 February, Arcadia reached an exciting milestone as she crossed the equator during her 2025 World Cruise. The day’s festivities centred around the anticipated…
We wanted to share some further updates and information on the in-person events that we’re planning for March. As we shared before Christmas, the purpose…
Congratulations to Casino Cage Manager, Ailyn Miranda, who was recently recognised for her leadership and named Carnival Corporation’s Global Gaming Team Leader of the Quarter. …
An afternoon of fun and friendly competition The sun shone brightly over the vast expanse of the ocean as the crew of the Queen Mary…
Within Corporate Shipbuilding, we recognise that it’s just as important to have a healthy mind as much as it is to have a healthy body,…
We’re committed to sustainable tourism in our destinations to ensure we bring shared social and financial value, while protecting local culture, history and natural environment.…
Berthed together on a recent call to the beautiful Caribbean island of St. Kitts, colleagues from Queen Mary 2 and Iona took the opportunity to…
Iona recently hosted two Junior Royal Navy officers to support them with completing their qualifications. Thanks to an exchange scheme between HMS Collingwood and the…
As many of you know, we’ve had a few of these challenges over the past couple of years to help you (if you need it!)…
Each year, across the P&O Cruises fleet, we award the ship who achieves the highest NPS with title of Holiday Happiness winner. For 2024 our…
If you’re embarking your ship in Hong Kong, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. Please note…
Are future generations at risk of losing precious childhood memories? According to new research by Cunard, the digital age is creating a generational gap in…
If you’re embarking your ship in Singapore please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. Please note embarking…
If you’re embarking your ship in Valletta please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. IMPORTANT: Electronic travel…
If you’re embarking your ship in Montevideo please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. IMPORTANT: Electronic travel…
If you’re embarking your ship in Auckland please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. Please note embarking…
On 11 January 2025 the Royal Navy’s Flagship aircraft carrier, HMS Queen Elizabeth, and Cunard’s Queen Mary 2, were officially “affiliated” at a special ceremony…
It’s time to reveal the winners of the World of Cunard Competition 2024! The theme this time was ‘Sailing as four’ to celebrate an exciting…
The festive season on board our ships was a very special time, with a whole host of crew events to help everyone enjoy the festivities.…
Cunard is proud to announce the fleet-wide roll out of its holistic Harper’s Bazaar Wellness at Sea programmes, a collaboration with the iconic lifestyle magazine, already available…
Supporting Guides & Documents Employee Guide to Development Planning Goal Setting Guide – myHR portal Individual Development Plan (IDP) Template Power Hours & Leaders Exchange…
If you’re embarking your ship in Miami please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. IMPORTANT: Electronic travel…
P&O Cruises has seen a record number of bookings for weddings at sea as cruise holidays gain their widest ever appeal with the millennial generation.…
Back in October P&O Cruises announced their exciting new partnership with the Pride of Britain and Pride of Scotland Awards. These glittering awards champion the nation’s unsung…
Welcome to the Travel & Expenses page, here you will find everything you need to support you with requesting travel and submitting expenses, including information…
This page is for Crew Office use only Please refer to the below most up to date Fleet Travel related forms and guides. Approved Home…
P&O Cruises has launched a new Help & Support Hub designed to enhance guest’s pre-holiday experience by providing support for all guests’ queries. By offering…
First of all thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague for our last round of CCS Star Awards for 2024,…
As part of our commitment to help preserve and protect our marine environment, throughout 2024 colleagues ship and shore have taken part in 14 coastal…
Iona recently launched their new food menus in some of their restaurants and the reaction from guests has been amazing! Guests can now choose from…
Important Documents & Supporting Guides: 2025 Corporate Shipbuilding Goals People Managers – Share & Release myHR portal guide Setting SMART Goals Guide Creating SMART Goals…
Of all the P&O Cruises fleet, Arcadia covers the most nautical miles each year so last week we were pleased to see her emerge from…
The annual World of Cunard Competition ran earlier this year, and over the next few weeks we’ll be revealing the overall winners in each of our categories. …
Our ships sail the world’s incredible oceans and we’re committed to our responsibility to help preserve and protect our marine environment. One of the ways…
Dr. Neil has emerged as a true champion for men’s health onboard Iona, launching the “Strong @ Sea” initiative. This comprehensive seminar has tackled and…
Cunard has announced an exciting new partnership with Talk Art podcasters Russell Tovey and Robert Diament that will help guests explore Queen Anne’s iconic art collection. Queen Anne boasts…
We love hearing from our crew members about what they’ve all been up to! Queen Mary 2 crew have been busy on their travels recently…
On 19 November each year, International Men’s Day celebrates the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities. So why have International…
In October we invited you to take part in our latest Life on Board survey – our most robust measure of how things are for…
Hot off the press: Last night Cunard, P&O Cruises & Princess Cruises all won awards at the Wave Awards! The Wave Awards, which celebrated its 10th…
Seabourn was proud to sponsor Tennis legend and former BBC sports presenter Sue Barker OBE as a headline speaker at a recent Travel Weekly ‘Inspiring…
Did you know? Carnival UK operates an extremely popular and highly successful Officer Cadetship Programme, supplying our CUK fleet with steady numbers of Deck, Engine…
We’re excited to announce that Carnival Corporation has been named one of Europe’s 2025 Diversity Leaders by Financial Times, a leader in global business and…
The countdown is on! Communities is a place for shoreside colleagues from across Carnival UK to come together online, join groups of interest, and connect with others.…
This Monday, 4 November marked the start of National Fertility Awareness Week. A chance for us to break the silence, change perceptions about fertility treatment,…
Every November National Career Development Month is celebrated and this year we’re joining in by highlighting career opportunities available at Carnival UK. All month long…
Our ships sail the world’s magnificent oceans and we’re committed to our responsibility to help preserve and protect our marine environment. One of the ways…
The countdown is on! Compass is our new SharePoint based intranet, designed to help you navigate your way at Carnival UK. Just like a compass…
At Carnival UK we’re a diverse bunch, we have a multitude of skills, knowledge, and experience between us. You told us that when thinking about…
November is Career Development Month and so all month we’ll be giving you the opportunity to explore career options, set goals and make decisions about…
Together with all brands in our Carnival family, we’re committed to more sustainable tourism as we partner with destinations to ensure we bring shared social…
If you’re embarking your ship in Civitavecchia, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. Customs and Immigration…
If you’re embarking your ship in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship.…
If you’re embarking your ship in Valletta please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. IMPORTANT: Electronic travel…
If you’re embarking your ship in New York, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. IMPORTANT: Electronic…
If you’re embarking your ship in Melbourne, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. IMPORTANT: Electronic travel…
If you’re embarking your ship in Sydney, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. Please note embarking…
If you’re embarking your ship in San Francisco, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. IMPORTANT: Electronic…
If you’re embarking your ship in Fremantle, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. Customs and Immigration…
If you’re embarking your ship in Civitavecchia, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. IMPORTANT: Electronic travel…
If you’re embarking your ship in Barcelona, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. IMPORTANT: Electronic travel…
If you’re embarking your ship in Bridgetown, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship. IMPORTANT: Electronic travel…
Over the past couple of years we’ve needed to rapidly evolve our IT offering at Carnival House to adapt to our new hybrid ways of…
Please ignore if you are not joining in Bridgetown, Barbados Embarking the ship in Bridgetown, Barbados Upon arrival at the airport, please proceed through the…
Bright and early on a Sunday morning (6 October), a team of colleagues from across CUK travelled from Southampton to Buckingham Palace to take on…
Trigger warning: suicide Em North, Senior Digital Marketing Manager, P&O Cruises shares her story: A little over two years ago, mine and my family’s world fell…
Baby Loss Awareness Week is held annually from 9 – 15 October. The week is an opportunity to raise awareness as well as remember and…
With 11 ships sailing the world’s incredible oceans, we’re committed to our responsibility of helping to preserve and protect our marine environment. One of the…
The Wellbeing and Occupational Health team and our employee-led communities and networks MVP, Athena and m’power are thrilled to invite you to an extraordinary Mental…
The results are in! Our Culture Essentials Awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials by living the behaviours that demonstrate our ideal culture. Our…
Friday 4 October is World Smile Day, a relatively new holiday with a story that will make you… smile 🙂 Created by a commercial artist…
At the recent Town Hall, the Chapter Leads talked through several topics in relation to our new ways of working to support our agile project-based…
First of all thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague for the recent round of CCS Star Awards for 2024,…
This October the Occupational Health and Wellbeing team will be focusing on mental health, with lots on for you to get involved with to help…
It’s time to kick off the Annual Performance Review cycle and whilst performance reviews themselves are nothing new within Corporate Shipbuilding, there are some changes…
Our mission: To empower our colleagues to speak up, provide a channel for voices to be heard and help create an engaging, supportive and exciting…
Twice a year we invite you to participate in our Culture survey (you may have heard us refer to this as our ‘Pulse’ if you’re…
Hot off the press: Last night P&O Cruises won ‘Best Ocean Cruise Line’ at The Travel Industry Awards, beating Virgin Voyages to the top spot!…
If you’re embarking your ship in Southampton, please follow the guide below for information about airports, hotels and travelling to your ship: IMPORTANT: Electronic travel…
Knowing your numbers means taking action to measure and understand important statistics about your health such as your blood pressure, cholesterol, and body weight. Having these…
Last week at Seatrade Cruise Med, our Women Officer Network (W.O.N.) stole the show by taking home the winning trophy for the 2024 Seatrade Cruise…
On Sunday 15 September, the first of two special Queen Mary 2 ship visits took place, led by members of this year’s Million Makers team,…
Our end-of-year conversation process begins in a couple of weeks. For those who have completed the process previously, you’ll notice changes for 2024. This year…
Last week, we opened two new crew lounges at the 4* Radisson Red, London – the hotel our colleagues stay at before travelling to Southampton.…
Please be assured that once you’ve submitted a booking – you’re in the system. You will not receive an email confirmation so please just add…
As part of our commitment to respect and protect our colleagues, we work closely with the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) which provides…
At Carnival UK we’re a diverse bunch, we have a multitude of skills, knowledge, and experience between us. You told us that when thinking about your…
To help improve women’s experiences onboard our ships, Iona have established a leading ladies network which focuses on creating an inclusive space for women to…
Together with all brands in our Carnival family, we’re taking action to reduce our impact on the environment and invest in our communities and people…
Captain Louise Sara is among nine sailors to receive the 2024 Merchant Navy Medal award for Meritorious Service. The recipients of the UK state award…
Clothes Swaps are a great way to give your wardrobe a refresh, try out a new look, and clear out any unwanted clothes, shoes, and…
Our ships sail the world’s magnificent oceans and we’re committed to our responsibility to help preserve and protect our marine environment. As part of this,…
Technology continues to transform how we work, giving us amazing tools and supercharging our productivity. To make sure our data privacy practices keep up and…
Back in March 2023 we launched our first shoreside Leadership and Management Essentials programme with the aim to support our managers and people managers at…
Every year on 30 July the world celebrates International Friendship Day. In Southampton, we chose to celebrate with cake, a day later to catch as…
Our Cunard fleet recognition programme recognises and rewards our colleagues who deliver exceptional White Star Service to our guests, as well as those who demonstrate…
We want to make sure that the crew who SHINE the brightest are recognised – so we have our onboard Recognition Programme, the SHINE Awards,…
At Carnival UK we’re a diverse bunch, we have a multitude of skills, knowledge, and experience between us. We love to share your career stories…
With guest demand for cruise holidays at historic levels, Carnival Corporation & plc has announced an order for three new ships for Carnival Cruise Line…
Summer of Togetherness is our summer events programme at Carnival UK and is all about connecting to our purpose and building a strong sense of…
On Tuesday 25 June we celebrated Day of the Seafarer, a chance to recognise the invaluable contribution of seafarers across the globe and say a…
A huge well done to the P&O Cruises Marketing team who recently hosted a Carnival House bake sale (with a twist) to raise money for…
Seabourn was proud to announce the naming of their second ultra-luxury expedition ship in a unique and historic ceremony in Australia’s, Kimberley, on 29 June,…
This summer, in support of our charity partner Teenage Cancer Trust, we’re putting a spin on P&O Cruises flagship fundraising event, Trek the Deck and…
Together with all brands in our Carnival family, we’re taking action to reduce our impact on the environment and invest in our communities and people…
At Carnival UK we want everyone to be able to talk about menopause openly and for our colleagues to be able to access the right…
At Carnival UK we’re passionate about keeping our colleagues safe and well. By taking care of our health and wellbeing we’re able to make a…
May has been a historic month for Carnival UK… not only with the arrival of Queen Anne to the Cunard fleet, but also the beginning…
Calling all keen and not so keen cyclists to help change young lives! The Prince’s Trust annual Palace to Palace bike ride is back on…
The results are in! Our Culture Essentials Awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials by living the behaviours that demonstrate our ideal culture. Our…
Million Makers is back! Last week we introduced you to some of this year’s team hoping to raise £30,000 for Cunard’s charity partner, and one of…
Our ships sail the world’s magnificent oceans and we’re committed to our responsibility to help preserve and protect our marine environment. As part of this,…
Million Makers is back, and we’re pleased to introduce you to this year’s team – hoping to raise £30,000 for Cunard’s charity partner, and one of…
As part of the world’s largest cruise company, we create unforgettable holiday happiness for hundreds of thousands of people every single day. With that purpose…
At Carnival UK we’re a diverse bunch, we have a multitude of skills, knowledge, and experience between us. We love to share your career stories…
Our crew work tirelessly to create unforgettable holiday happiness for all of our guests so we always love to hear from them when they’ve enjoyed…
Together with all brands in our Carnival family, we’re taking action to be more sustainable from ship to shore. A priority in this is our…
A proud and momentous day in Cunard history. on 3 June 2024, we named our newest ship, Queen Anne, at a spectacular naming ceremony in…
This World Environment Day, we’re excited to announce that Carnival Corporation has been honoured with three prestigious ESG Shipping Awards for 2024. The awards recognise…
Back in March, to celebrate International Day of Happiness, we asked you to tell us the name of someone at work who makes you happy…
Liverpool Waterfront took centre stage on 3 June for the spectacular naming of Queen Anne! Crowds lined the waterfront for Queen Anne’s impressive arrival in…
Cunard’s unique bond with Liverpool has been renewed today as Queen Anne arrived in Cunard’s spiritual home early this morning. Her arrival attracted large numbers…
As part of Movement May, here at Carnival UK we’re encouraging new riders to join Love to Ride and our very own Cycling community! There’s still time…
Thanks to everyone who came to our Benefits Fair in Carnival House last week, we hope you found it useful. Whilst many of our shoreside…
Throughout May, in support of nationally recognised Learning at Work Week and aligning with our mid year review window, the learning team have been hosting…
As we have shared on Tuesday 14 May, Corporate Shipbuilding will be moving to a project-based agile organisation structure, where we will group people with…
On Monday 3 June, Queen Anne will make her debut in Liverpool, Cunard’s spiritual home. Here she will be officially named at a spectacular event…
As a shoreside colleague, you have access to over 25 fantastic employee benefits that can help you to save money and look after your health…
This month is ‘Movement May’ at CUK, and over the last few weeks, some of our shoreside colleagues have been sharing their stories. If you…
Whilst many of our benefits are open all year round, the following are only available to opt-in or change during our benefits window which is…
Each year, on the 18 May, the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) International Day for Women in Maritime takes place. Its purpose is to celebrate women…
BCP stands for Business Continuity Planning and as it’s Business Continuity & Resilience Awareness week we thought we’d share more on this important aspect of…
As part of Movement May, here at Carnival UK we’re encouraging new riders to join Love to Ride and our very own Cycling community! Keep…
This May is Learning at Work Month and we’re focusing on the value of continuous learning and development. Here are our top ten tips for…
As a shoreside colleague, you have access to over 25 fantastic employee benefits that can help you to save money and look after your health…
Cunard’s beautiful new ship, Queen Anne, welcomed guests on board for the first time on Friday 3 May, ready for her maiden voyage to Lisbon,…
Queen Anne Tours – Shoreside FAQs Friday 10 May, Sunday 23 June, Sunday 30 June and Wednesday 28 August How many places are available? There…
It is movement May this month. Regular physical activity is associated with lower rates of depression and anxiety, but even slower paced activities, such as walking,…
This May, in support of nationally recognised Learning at Work Week, we’re focusing on the importance and benefits of continual learning and development. This year’s…
Queen Anne has arrived in Southampton! This is an incredible moment in Cunard’s history – congratulations to our colleagues, ship and shore! Queen Anne, the…
We’re all responsible for making sure the company remains safe and secure, from ship to shore, and a big part of that is how we…
With her maiden voyage just around the corner, we’ve been introducing you to our colleagues, ship and shore, who have been working hard to get…
She’s on her way! On Tuesday 30 April, Queen Anne will complete her sail back from the shipyard in Venice and arrive at her homeport…
In a quest to sprinkle a bit of magic into every cup, earlier this year we unveiled our secret weapon: the Barista Work Squad! Made…
Cunard’s newest Queen is making her way to Southampton, ahead of her maiden voyage on Friday 3 May. Whilst Captain Inger and her crew are…
A message from Josh Weinstein, President & CEO and Chief Climate Officer, Carnival Corporation and plc. On Earth Day we’re reminded of our incredible planet…
On Friday 19 April, Cunard officially took delivery of Queen Anne from master shipbuilders Fincantieri, during an historic handover ceremony in Italy. The event was…
One of the things that makes us a great team is how diverse we are. Many of us come from different backgrounds, have had different…
We recently had the honour of hosting a delegation from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on board Iona. The event, arranged in partnership with the…
In our latest update from the Uniform Project Team, were pleased to share the new uniform designs for Cunard’s front of house, Entertainment and Youth…
At Carnival UK we’re a diverse bunch, we have a multitude of skills, knowledge and experience between us. Throughout the year we’ll be sharing colleagues…
What makes a ‘good day at Carnival UK’ is different for each of us. One colleague might be looking for financial advice, or ways to improve…
Since February, when we introduced the three days in the office, you’ve been sharing feedback on what it’s like to work in Carnival House and…
With the next Corporate Culture and Engagement survey just around the corner and following feedback from our EEG, we wanted to explain a little more…
We are so excited for Cunard’s newest ship, Queen Anne’s inaugural season, starting with her historic maiden voyage, sailing on 3 May. This sold-out voyage…
Twice a year we invite Carnival UK colleagues to participate in our engagement survey (this is referred to as our ‘Pulse survey’ for shoreside colleagues…
We always love to hear what people have been up to, both ashore and onboard. We recently caught up with Joey Carrigan, Ventura’s HR Manager,…
Our ships sail the world’s magnificent oceans and we’re committed to our responsibility to help preserve and protect our marine environment. As part of this,…
On 3 April, Carnival UK published its latest gender pay gap reports, which measure the difference in mean and median earnings (for pay and for…
First of all thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague for our first round of CCS Star Awards for 2024,…
With her maiden voyage just around the corner, over the next month we’ll be introducing you to our colleagues, ship and shore, who have been…
In just one month’s time Queen Anne will welcome her first guests in Southampton for an unforgettable maiden sailing! Guests on board this sold-out voyage…
As many of you know, we’ve had a few of these challenges over the past couple of years to help you (if you need it!)…
With Queen Anne’s ever-changing line-up of exclusive performances, immersive experiences, and returning favourites, guests will be amazed with entertainment that rivals the most spectacular experiences…
The results are in! Our Culture Essentials Awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials by living the behaviours that demonstrate our ideal culture. Our…
In early March shoreside leads from our People Training Compliance team visited our Centre for Simulator Maritime Training (CSMART) at Almere in the Netherlands. They…
Knowing your numbers means taking action to measure and understand important statistics about your health such as your blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, and body…
With her maiden voyage just around the corner, over the next month we’ll be introducing you to our colleagues, ship and shore, who have been…
Today, 20 March is International Day of Happiness, celebrated throughout the world with an aim to help us realise the importance of happiness within our…
In our latest update from the Uniform Project Team, we’re pleased to share the new uniform designs for Cunard’s Food and Beverage Departments. As shown…
Seabourn was voted ‘Best LGBTQ-friendly Cruise Line’ at The Spartacus Travel Awards, which were held during the International Tourism Fair (ITB) on 6th March 2024.…
Our Customer Contact Centre is embarking on an exciting transformation that’ll evolve the way we deliver holiday happiness to our guests. Creating lifelong memories is…
On Friday 1 March key shoreside leads from our People & Procurement teams visited our hotel partner, Radisson RED, at London Heathrow where they met…
Thank you to everyone who took part in the Ethics and Compliance (E&C) competition – we can now reveal who the shipboard winners were… Iona…
On Friday 8 March we’ll be celebrating International Women’s Day, a day of collective global activism and celebration that belongs to all those committed to…
Today, 7 March is World Book Day, a worldwide initiative to change lives through a love of books and reading. And with her arrival just…
Great news – you can now submit your request to buy up to five days of extra leave or sell up to two days. The…
Our ships sail the world’s incredible oceans and we’re committed to our responsibility to help preserve and protect our marine environment. As part of this,…
With less than three months to go until her launch, we take a glimpse at the elevated retail experiences awaiting guests on Queen Anne! A…
In the sixth and final instalment of her Captain’s Log series, Captain Inger Thorhauge shares her experiences of Queen Anne’s latest milestone as Cunard’s impressive…
Here at Carnival UK, together with all brands in our Carnival family, we’re taking action to reduce our impact on the environment and invest in…
Continuing to recognise LGBT+ History Month, and to celebrate Valentine’s Day, Spectrum asked colleagues what #LoveIsLove means to them… “This is me at Southampton Pride…
As part of the world’s largest cruise company, we create unforgettable holiday happiness for hundreds of thousands of people every single day. With that purpose…
Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your skills, be innovative and raise your profile in 2024? Million Makers is back and we’re looking…
Cunard are delighted to announce that we will officially name our newest ship, Queen Anne, in a spectacular ceremony in Liverpool on Monday 3 June…
February is Cancer Awareness Month at CUK, which sees the start of our new cancer prevention series to help us spot the signs, Take Notice of cancer…
Smishing is one of the common phishing techniques. It’s a cyberattack/phishing method that uses misleading text messages to get a person to reveal information via…
In our latest update from the Uniform Project Team, the new uniform designs for Cunard’s Housekeeping and Laundry departments are revealed. Bedroom Stewards & Assistant…
We’ll soon be spending three days a week working from the office and so now is a great time to start thinking about how you’ll…
Iona’s Seafarers Welfare Committee recently hosted a day trip to Valencia’s BioParc giving crew the chance to visit an area at the forefront of global…
You recently heard from the ELT about how 2024 is all about working toward our goals together. By having our own clear goals and understanding…
Carnival Corporation recognises International Privacy Day. Watch the below message from our Global Privacy team that reminds us to respect privacy and safeguard data that…
To get the best out of everyone we recognise the power of flexibility and working from the right environment. At Carnival House you can now…
Cunard is collaborating with Harper’s Bazaar UK – the longest established luxury fashion, beauty and lifestyle publication in the world – to design three luxurious…
When it comes to looking after ourselves and making sure we all have a #GoodDayatCUK, a great place to start is with our ‘5 ways…
Today we launch our new car parking solution, with Wayleadr, to make the most of our available car parking so it benefits all colleagues when…
A question we receive all the time in the Privacy team is “What does work in Privacy and Data Protection look like?” Regardless of if…
Our colleagues onboard work exceptionally hard to deliver unforgettable moments for our guests everyday and so we’re always thrilled to hear about events and activities…
The Prince’s Trust Future Steps is back! Throughout February take part in the 10,000-steps-a-day challenge; a great opportunity to take a break during your working…
Be Active is one of our 5 ways to Wellbeing, and physical activity can be a great way to switch off from worry or stress.…
2023 saw over 300 of you attend our Power Hours, so for 2024 we’re bringing back some of the most popular topics and introducing brand-new…
First of all thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague for our final round of CCS Star Awards for 2023,…
Watch out! Official-looking fake Windows Defender pop-ups are tricking people into thinking their PC access is locked or blocked. The pop-ups include links or phone…
Year end conversations must be completed and submitted to myHR Portal by Thursday 28 December. If you’re yet to complete your conversation with your line…
With less than six months until Queen Anne’s maiden voyage, Cunard has announced a treasure trove of exclusive, new shore experiences for guests sailing on…
We recently visited our hotel partner Radisson RED, at London Heathrow, where we met with their team and discussed how to make our crew’s experience…
Ready for Queen Anne, the Uniform Project Team has been working behind the scenes to deliver a new Cunard uniform range that encompasses the very…
The holidays are a special time to recharge, celebrate, and reflect on the year gone by. This year, from a work perspective, we indeed have…
Our focus on how we do things is so incredibly important and by living our Culture Essentials every day we’ll reach our long-term goals and aspirations. We’re…
In recognition of International Human Rights Day, we stand united against modern slavery and human trafficking. These violations of human rights are not just global…
Welcome Queen Anne Crew This page is here to update you on important information about the ship and schedule changes during our time in the…
The Cruise Ship Interiors Awards celebrate the very best of cruise design and this year it was all about spaces onboard and the products used…
Cunard has announced The British Isles Festival Voyage – the first event voyage on Queen Anne to coincide with her maiden voyage around the British…
Offering or receiving items of value can be a customary part of developing working relationships with our business partners. However, integrity in business is important.…
December is upon us, so to wrap up the festive period here’s a sack of stuff yule need to know. Click below to find out…
Whether you want to raise a glass with colourful cocktail, unwind with an exceptional spa experience, or sample a delicious bite at an exclusive on…
Over the past year you’ve been nominating colleagues for living and breathing our Culture Essentials; helping us to achieve our ideal culture, be the great company…
From 5 February 2024, we’re changing our approach to hybrid working and aligning our ways of working with Carnival UK for all of our UK…
At Carnival UK we offer hybrid working, to familiarise yourself with our approach watch the video here. You can also find answers to any questions…
As you’ll know one of our top priorities is the safety and wellbeing of the communities we touch but it’s also important we establish strong…
At Carnival UK we’re committed to our responsibility to preserve and protect the marine environment. That’s why, on 15 September and 25 October, to support…
Monday 13 November saw a sea of celebrations as Cunard, P&O Cruises, Seabourn and Princess Cruises each scooped awards in the 2023 Wave Awards. Dubbed…
The bright lights of Broadway. The buzz of the West End stage. There’s nothing quite so exciting as watching a live performance play out in…
In October, we asked colleagues ship and shore to share their experience of working for Carnival UK via our Pulse and Life on Board surveys. These…
Cunard are delighted to share that they are launching a new Cunard 4 Queens gin range, which will include an inaugural Queen Anne edition for…
As we near the six-month countdown to her maiden voyage, Queen Anne is really taking shape at the Fincantieri shipyard in Venice, Italy. On 18…
Over the past few months, our Training Leads from across CUK in the Training Governance, Maritime Training, Onboard Training & Fleet People Operations Teams have…
In 1998, Stress Awareness Day was recognised, this then morphed into International Stress Awareness Week in 2018, helping to raise awareness of stress related mental…
At Carnival UK we’re committed to providing a safe and healthy environment where all our people can achieve good physical and mental wellbeing. On 10th…
Book onto the latest wellbeing sessions below. Reflexology with Gail Gail is passionate about helping people to relax, de-stress and cope with various medical conditions…
MAST: Setting Sail Towards Excellence MAST’s deployment onto Arvia is more than just a technological advancement; it’s a testament to our commitment to excellence and…
Join us at our next Menopause Café 12:00 – 13:00, Wednesday 15 November, in person in Quebec Room or on Teams. This month we’ll be…
Princess Cruises recently unveiled Spellbound by Magic Castle, a collaboration with the famed Hollywood icon set to enchant guests aboard Sun Princess when the new…
In the latest instalment of her Captain’s Log series, Captain Inger Thorhauge reveals what’s been happening at the shipyard so far this autumn, including details…
In readiness for existing Cunard crew to move over to Queen Anne next year, we’ll have 800 new crew joining the Cunard fleet. With Queen…
On 5 October our CCO Queen Anne Insiders, Becky and Clarissa, joined media representatives, travel agent partners, and members of Cunard’s leadership team, for an…
The World Health Organisation recognises World Mental Health Day on 10 October each year. The theme for this year, set by the World Federation for Mental Health, is…
Last night Carnival UK was named as Employer of the Year at the Maritime UK Solent Awards! The second event of its kind, there were…
Tuesday 10 October is World Mental Health day. Though it’s important to remember that we should be looking out for each other all year round,…
**NEW** How do I make a suggestion / request a change to a document on G-HESS? We’re always looking to improve the documents held on…
Have your say in our pulse survey by 10 October – don’t miss the opportunity to tell us what it feels like to work at…
Register your interest for a new, six-week mindfulness training programme, starting 2 November 2023. About the training: Mindfulness and how to make it work for…
This month we’re focusing on all things mental health and being active and taking part in exercise is a great way to make you feel…
At the end of last year, we gave Cunard crew the opportunity to complete a survey about our current Cunard uniform – to understand their…
Looking after the welfare of our colleagues, both onboard and ashore, is incredibly important. Back in July, we welcomed our first Crew Welfare Officers, Carolina…
This week (2-8 October) is Dyslexia Awareness Week. A chance to celebrate and learn from individuals with dyslexia from all backgrounds and walks of life.…
This October we’re focusing on all things mental health, looking at ways we can connect with others to improve our wellbeing. Sometimes we all need a little…
Did you know there are shower and changing facilities in the Undercroft (Carpark / level 0) at Carnival House? This September, we’ve been focusing on…
Our new wellbeing corner at Carnival House, Tranquil Tides is officially open! A calm, quiet corner of Carnival House for you to reflect, take a…
The results are in! Our Culture Essentials Awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials by living the behaviours that demonstrate our ideal culture.…
Cunard has teamed up with the BFI, the UK’s lead organisation for film, TV, and the moving image, for an exclusive new partnership that will…
We’re looking forward to seeing you all at Carnival House this Thursday 21 September for our CUK Business Update. You’ll hear from Paul Ludlow and…
In the latest instalment of her Captain’s Log series, Captain Inger Thorhauge reveals what’s been happening at the shipyard over the summer, and tells us…
Back in February, we asked you to complete a survey from Southampton City Council about how you travel to work. We wanted to understand your…
As we continue our focus on development, we’re spotlighting another example of how one of our colleagues has been focusing on their own development journey……
Every year on 10 September, organisations and communities around the world come together to raise awareness of how we can create a world where fewer…
Did you know that 1 in 4 people face mental health challenges, yet many of us struggle to find the support we need? Having…
This year’s Operation Oceans Alive Challenge is officially coming to an end, and we’re thrilled to announce the overall company-wide winners. As you heard this…
Crew often tell us one of their favourite things about working at sea is visiting the amazing destinations that our ships travel to. We caught…
We’re thrilled to announce that Donnacha O’Driscoll, Executive Vice President, Maritime and Sustainability, has been awarded the highest medal of honour in the maritime sector.…
The Corporate Vision Award Recognition Program is run on a quarterly basis and is open to all corporate employees, including Corporate Shipbuilding, to nominate and…
From today, our Carnival UK electric car scheme expands to include ultra low emission hybrid vehicles, almost doubling the number of cars on offer through…
We often hear the phrase Learning from Experience or LFE for short but what does it actually mean? The term lessons learned refers to the experience you…
This September, we’re focusing on ways we can be active to improve our wellbeing. Regular physical activity is associated with lower rates of depression and…
One of the joys of sailing onboard our ships is being able to find shared interests with colleagues and friends from around the world, all…
On 20 August, Queen Victoria will set sail on her 15th Anniversary Voyage around the British Isles, in support of The Prince’s Trust. This voyage…
Our SWC (Seafarer’s Welfare Committee) on board our ships regularly organise social events to bring colleagues together and have some fun. Recently the team on…
A spotlight on our CUK Analyst Community Analytics services always work best when we look outward and utilise the experience, knowledge and skills of others…
Our Maritime Summer Away Day Under the sunny skies of Hampshire, Carnival UK Maritime embarked on an extraordinary Summer Away Day at Calshot Activities Centre.…
Our focus on how we do things is so important. By living our Culture Essentials every day we continue to improve the way we work together, create…
Work Squads: The Driving Force Behind Unforgettable Holiday Happiness In the vast and dynamic world of maritime operations, a dedicated group of individuals is making…
Cunard has revealed four additional dining experiences that will be available on Queen Anne – Aji Wa, Aranya, Sir Samuels, and Tramonto – which will…
As Queen Anne’s maiden season approaches, we’re pleased to introduce you to her Senior Management Team (SMT). A carefully selected group of leaders, focused on…
What do you put onto your scone first? The cream or the jam? This week, 7-13 August, is Afternoon Tea Week, the perfect time to decide…
Our Culture Essentials reflect who we are, what we stand for and what we aspire to be, both as individuals and as a Carnival Corporation…
Thursday 3rd August 2023 is Cycle to Work Day, the UK’s biggest celebration of cycle commuting! Whether you’ve never cycled before, not ridden in a…
At Carnival UK we want everyone to be able to talk about menopause openly and for our colleagues to be able to access the right…
We’re delighted to confirm that today, Monday 31 July 2023, at 0900hrs (Italian time), Natalya Leahy, President of Seabourn Cruise Line accepted delivery of Seabourn…
Each year on 30 July the world celebrates the International Day of Friendship or as sometimes known, International Friendship Day. This day was first formally…
We’re leading the way in sustainable cruising – from reducing our carbon footprint, to fostering a circular economy model and even partnering with destination communities…
Huge congratulations to Tom Gunn, Principal Manager, Naval Architecture for winning the Q2 Leader Award in the Corporate Vision Awards! The Corporate Vision Awards recognise individuals…
On 23 June, our 2022 Culture Essentials Awards winners, the CUK Vaccine Working Group, spent a day at the Quobb Estate, a local Vineyard in…
Today, Monday 24 July, is recognised as International Self-Care Day. This day was first celebrated in 2012 and was created to encourage people to practice…
Carnival Cruise Line’s next new ship, Jubilee, marked a key construction milestone on 22 July 2023, as it floated out of the covered building dock…
Our fleet sail on the world’s magnificent oceans and we’re committed to our responsibility to help preserve and protect the marine environment that we rely…
Seabourn was headline sponsor for the Lord’s Taverners Celebrity Cricket & Lunch 2023, which took place on 23 June in the grounds of Cholmondeley Castle…
We’re encouraging as many colleagues as possible to sign up to Love to Ride and trial commuting to work by bicycle, even just once! In…
A few months ago, we asked colleagues ship and shore to tell us about their experience of working for Carnival UK. Since then, we’ve shared…
On Sunday 25 June we celebrated Day of the Seafarer, a chance to recognise the invaluable contribution of seafarers across the globe and say a…
Our SWC (Seafarer’s Welfare Committee) on board our ships regularly organise social events to bring colleagues together and have some fun. Recently the team on…
We recently entered Arvia’s Naming Ceremony for an ICE Award – Best International Event and we’re delighted to share the news that last night we…
In March this year, CUK led the way in planning the implementation of OneOcean on board our ships. The goal was to harness the latest…
Our amazing colleagues on board our ships work so hard to create unforgettable holiday happiness for our guests, so it’s fantastic to see them enjoying…
We’re half-way through the year so what better time to reflect on your development and think about where you’d like to be by the end…
Our bridge sailors take the initiative, with energy and pride, in submitting meteorological observations to the UK Met Office on every sea-going watch. Weather data…
Thank you to everyone who took part in our 2023 Oceans Alive challenge – the judges are now working hard to look through the entries…
First of all thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague for our recent round of CCS Star Awards for 2023,…
Our focus on how we do things is so important. By living our Culture Essentials every day we continue to improve the way we work…
Our new wellbeing corner in Carnival House is here. You can visit this calm space whenever you need a quiet moment in the office. You’ll…
Earlier this year, we rolled out Level One of Leadership and Management Essentials to our existing shoreside managers. The programme has gotten off to a…
When Alice Toso, Project Assistant in Genoa got the opportunity to join Seabourn Pursuit’s sea trials in person, she grabbed it with both hands. Alice…
The results are in! Our Culture Essentials awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials by living the behaviours that demonstrate our ideal culture.…
One of the reasons we’re a great team is that we work with people from all over the world. Our colleagues come from different backgrounds,…
Sunday 25 June is Day of the Seafarer, a chance for us to recognise the invaluable contribution of seafarers across the globe and say a…
In early June Adora Magic City, also the nickname for Shanghai, was launched and floated out from the dry dock to the quayside where the…
The theme for this year’s International Men’s Health Week is ‘Men’s Health and the Internet’. Whilst there are clear benefits to being able to access…
Investing in yourself is the best way to keep your skills up-to-date and stay one step ahead of an ever-changing world. How would you like…
In April we took part in Best Workplaces in Travel, an independent leisure industry survey to find the top 25 Best Workplaces in Travel. As…
All this week we’re recognising and celebrating International Men’s Health Week, a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about men’s health and encouraging a proactive…
This page will be used to keep all FAQs relating to the closure of the Papenburg site office up to date, so please ensure you…
With a global multi-national workforce, we’re focused on DE&I (diversity, equity and inclusion) all year round. We’re proud to mark June’s Pride Month and delighted…
Men’s Health Week (12 – 18 June), aims to raise awareness of the health issues men face, and encourage men to take better care of…
On this page you’ll find Carnival UK’s latest Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) figures, with a look at Ethnicity, Sexual Orientation, Disability and Gender. It…
Our fleet sails on the world’s magnificent oceans and we’re committed to our responsibility to preserve and protect the marine environment. This is why, as…
We’re delighted to announce that, thanks to your impressive fundraising efforts, we’ve raised an incredible £15,000 for Monty’s Community Hub. This is a staggering amount…
Our Maritime Q2 Culture Essentials Winners Congratulations to all our Maritime winners and runners up – and to all those who were nominated. Individual Winner:…
As part of Princess Cruises exciting announcement in the Atrium today, between 11:00-14:00, they’re giving everyone the chance to win some incredible prizes including an…
Today we’ve announced the appointment of Paul Ludlow to the newly consolidated role of President Carnival UK and President P&O Cruises, reporting directly to Josh…
Click here to join the Deep Dive with Andy Paul, Senior Director for Maritime Innovation on 24 August 2023, 4 – 5pm UK time …
Our annual benefits window is open until Wednesday 31 May, so you’ll need to review and amend your current benefits selection in myHR Portal before…
This month, we’re focusing on building resilience. Numerous scientific studies link exercise with improved mental wellbeing, and with one in four of us likely to…
Last month, we congratulated Senior Data Scientist Olinda Gomes and Onboard Revenue and Planning Manager Nilofer Hasham as they graduated from Women in Tourism, Hospitality…
The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT) is celebrated every year on 17 May. It is a global campaign aimed at raising awareness…
As a shoreside colleague at Carnival UK, you have access to exclusive employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, protect your health, and contribute towards…
With mid-year conversations happening this month, it’s a great opportunity to focus on the future and think about the development you need to support your…
In May, we’re concentrating on improving our wellbeing through taking notice and being active, as part of our five ways to wellbeing. This month, and…
Today is National Day for Staff Networks and we’re celebrating our employee-led networks with the launch of this ‘Networks & Communities News’ blog. An opportunity…
As the countdown to one of the most eagerly anticipated ships of the century edges closer, we’ll be giving sneak peeks of Queen Anne’s progress……
Sture joins us from Queen Anne’s float out to give us a sneak peak…
Just a day after Arvia’s Naming Ceremony, on the 17th March, Arvia became the first cruise ship to bunker liquified natural gas (or LNG) by…
The mid-year conversation window is open, which means it’s time to reflect on how you’ve performed so far, celebrate your achievements and discuss anything you…
Following the technical issues on Queen Mary 2 that resulted in the cancellation of our Transatlantic Crossings due to sail to New York and back,…
Holland America Line’s flagship Rotterdam arrived at the Port of Rotterdam, the Netherlands, on April 18 following a 150th Anniversary crossing that departed Fort Lauderdale,…
Sture joins us this week from near Carnival Corporation’s head office in Miami where he and Paul have been presenting to our board of directors.…
Recently, Queen Mary 2 has been assisting the Met Office and the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration Global Drifter Program by deploying 10 drifting buoys…
In March, we asked colleagues ship and shore to tell us about their experience of working for Carnival UK. Fostering a strong culture is one…
Bring a cuppa, connect with colleagues and share your experiences with our next Menopause Café on Thursday 27 April. This month, we’ll be discussing sleep…
As we shared recently, we have developed a Corporate Shipbuilding Sustainability Roadmap that will support the corporation’s 2030 goals and 2050 aspirations. In our Sustainability…
MAST: it started with Iona On Monday 17 April 2023, Iona became the first ship in Carnival Corporation to use a new system which will…
Carnival UK supports Deck, Engine and Electro-Technical Cadetships on the HND (High National Diploma), Foundation Degree, Scottish Diploma, Honours Degree and Fast-Track Graduate programmes, supported…
There’s now a new system that will help you stay even safer each time you hit ‘send’ on an email. See below for an inside…
Holland America Line will be celebrating their 150th Anniversary with a grand event hosted in Rotterdam on the 18 April. On the day, the cruise…
Whilst we didn’t have any Corporate Shipbuilding winners for the Q1 Corporate Vision Awards, we were well represented with plenty of nominations, so well done…
Breaking news! The 13th annual Carnival Corporation Sustainability Report is here! Titled ‘Sustainable from Ship to Shore’, the report recaps our many accomplishments in 2022…
With the start of a new year comes our new team challenge, Get Off Your Stern, to help you (if you need it!) to get…
First of all thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague for our recent round of CCS Star Awards for 2023,…
Sustainability across Carnival UK and the wider corporation is an integral part of who we and as a result, we have a number of initiatives…
Our ambition is to be Travel’s Employer of Choice and we’re focused on achieving this by building a culture we can all be proud of,…
On Sunday 2nd April 2023 is World Autism Awareness Day. This is a day that was established by the United Nations in 2007 to promote…
23 March 2023 marked the start of Ramadan, a month-long event in the Muslim calendar, when Muslims aim to grow spiritually and build stronger relationships…
Today we’ve launched our Cunard and P&O Cruises upgrade programme – giving all eligible guests the option to upgrade to unsold cabins or staterooms. This…
The results are in! Our culture Essentials awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials by living the behaviours that demonstrate our ideal culture.…
Ramadan 2023 will begin the evening of Thursday 23 March. The start of Ramadan fluctuates each year because the lunar Islamic calendar follows the phases…
Are you experiencing menopause symptoms, or perhaps want to find out more about how you can support a friend or family member who is? Starting…
Sture certainly enjoyed the Arvia naming ceremony – see what he had to say below…
Our next business update takes place on Thursday 23 March at Carnival House. To make the most of having everyone together, there are some great…
Will you have the luck of the Irish this St Patrick’s Day? You could win a long weekend with Princess Cruises, all while supporting our…
Embark on an extraordinary adventure next year thanks to Cunard’s new programme, featuring Queen Elizabeth’s highly anticipated Alaska 2024 season, Queen Anne’s maiden world voyage…
At the start of the year, you set your goals and you worked out the development you needed to help you get there. How are…
I have just had a few days of snowboarding with friends, which was booked a long time before we decided to name Arvia in Barbados.…
Are you looking to challenge your thinking while meeting and building connections with other colleagues? Our brilliant, bitesize Power Hours are back for 2023 and…
Simple steps to get started, grow your network and become an industry expert. Bronze Completing bronze takes about 45 minutes and sets you up for…
*Open to employees employed through Carnival UK only* Great news, you can now officially submit your request to buy up to five days of extra…
Great news – you can now submit your request to buy up to five days of extra leave or sell up to two days. The…
Sustainability across Carnival UK and the wider corporation is an integral part of who we and as a result, we have a number of initiatives…
Sture’s back home enjoying some downtime with his family ,to focus on his wellbeing, in between ship visits and other meetings he has coming up…
January 2023 saw Queen Mary 2 and Queen Victoria depart for their Centenary World Voyages – two celebratory itineraries to mark the 100th anniversary of…
This March, we’re focusing on ways we can be active to improve our wellbeing – one of ‘five ways to wellbeing’, researched and developed by…
The words Incident and Breach can be quite worrying, the connotation behind them being especially scary when your business primarily deals with sea fairing vessels.…
Check out the video below to see what Sture has to say… Come back next week to hear more!
Friday 17 February was Random Acts of Kindness Day, a time to think about how you could do something nice for someone else and make…
As Cunard celebrate their 15th year in partnership with The Prince’s Trust, colleagues from across CUK are taking part in The Prince’s Trust February 10k steps…
With Valentine’s love in the air, we’re encouraging everyone to show a little love! From recognising each other in our Culture Essential Awards, to random…
From 14 February we’re sharing the love by introducing Microsoft Sway. This is an application that makes it easy to create and share interactive reports,…
Promoting our employer brand is one of our priorities for 2023 and to do this, we need your help. Hybrid-working is just one of the…
Back by popular demand, our Charity Partnership Team will be hosting a bake sale on Tuesday 21 February in support of Monty’s Community Hub, our…
If you’ve been affected by the two devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, remember, there is support available for you. We encourage you to; Talk…
This February, we’re focusing on ways we can connect with others to improve our wellbeing – one of five things you can do to stay…
Sture shares a conversation he had with his youngest son about climate change and the importance of sustainability at Carnival UK. Watch below… Come back…
As one of Southampton’s largest employers, we have a responsibility to consider our environmental impact and make decisions that look after today, as well as…
Join us today, Thursday 2 February to recognise Time to Talk Day – and make space in your day to have a conversation with family,…
On Tuesday 31 January the REACH network were joined by members of the Southampton City UK Shaolin Centre to welcome in the Lunar New Year…
We’re delighted to announce that, thanks to your help, we’ve raised an incredible £12,000 for Monty’s Community Hub. This means we’ve raised 60% towards our…
On 10 January 2023, Mr Tyre Nichols of Memphis, USA sadly passed away after an incident that took place on 7 January involving severe gross…
We all do our best to eat five fruit and vegetables a day to take care of our physical health, but what five things can we…
On this page you will find a series of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to the G-HESS platform: How do I log in? Click or…
Sture joins us from Italy where he’s spending time with the Newbuild team, giving us a sneak peek in to Queen Anne! Watch below… Don’t…
Over the last few weeks, you’ve looked towards the future and you’ve set your goals for the year ahead. It’s now time to think about…
Sustainability across Carnival UK and the wider corporation is an integral part of who we and as a result, we have a number of initiatives…
Cunard has seen the strongest start to Wave in the last decade, booking more guests in the first week of January than any equivalent period. …
Today Technology is offering demonstrations on how to use Neat bars and frames, which are designed to make your hybrid working life easier. Come down…
Chinese New Year is the annual 15-day festival celebrated in China and Chinese communities around the world. It begins with the new moon that this…
At our last business update we shared our commitment to developing our leaders at all levels. As part of this we recently launched Leadership and…
Dr Alex George is a physician, UK Youth Mental Health Ambassador and television personality, rising to fame from his appearance on the fourth series of…
Our Culture Essentials Awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials by living the behaviours that demonstrate our ideal culture. Know a team or an individual…
Sture joins us from his home to share a recap on our priorities for 2023 – take a look below… Come back next week to…
With the Time and Attendance system now being used to record your absence and also holiday, please click here to view the payroll cut off…
From now until 31 March*, you’ll be able to get a bus across Southampton for £2.00 or less, meaning you can sit back and save…
Resolve to report phishing with the “Submit a Phish” button Did you know milestones like the start of a new year can motivate aspirational behaviours?…
Over the last month, our Charity Partnership Team has been running a whole host of festive fundraising, all in aid of our Carnival UK Charity…
Huge congratulations to Mark Mitchell, Senior Engineer, Outfitting for winning the Q4 Team Member Award in the Corporate Vision Awards! The Corporate Vision Awards recognise individuals…
For anyone who wasn’t able to join the recent town hall or had issues watching during the town hall or in fact anyone who simply…
First of all thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague for our recent round of CCS Star Awards for 2022,…
The end of the year is such a special time when we can reflect on all we’ve accomplished during the past year and begin looking…
Today (Thursday 15 December 2022) at 09:18 (German time), Paul Ludlow, President, P&O Cruises, accepted delivery of Arvia from Meyer Werft in an official handover ceremony…
As we continue our focus on development, we’re spotlighting another example of how one of our teams has been focusing on their own development journey. …
Our focus on how we do things is so incredibly important and by living our Culture Essentials every day we’ll reach our long-term goals and…
Did you know we help hundreds of people each year start their career at sea though our in-house Cadet programme? And we’re about to welcome…
With the Christmas holidays fast approaching (and possibly some snow on the horizon!) it’s important to remember that although it may be ‘the most wonderful…
Each year on December 9, the United Nations promotes ethical business practices and fair competition by marking International Anti-Corruption Day. At Carnival Corporation & plc,…
Starting from 29 November we’re encouraging everyone to enjoy some festive fun in our Christmas countdown festive fundraiser. Working in partnership with our Carnival UK…
How Scammers Use Psychology to Trick Victims into Disclosing Sensitive Data According to the FBI, cyber-criminals stole over $6.9 billion from companies and victims using…
As we come to the end of 2022 and reflecting on all the extraordinary things we’ve achieved, it’s time to start thinking about the year…
Using MFA on your Mobile device We’re always looking to improve the security of the systems we use. You’ll be familiar with using Multi-factor Authentication…
How to Protect yourself from the Latest Holiday Cyber-scams While cinnamon, spice and everything nice fills the air this holiday, cyber-criminals suit up to push…
How you access Condeco and M365 on mobile is changing…. In the Technology team we’re always looking to improve the security of the systems we…
CCSC Carnival Cruise Shipping Limited, the Corporation’s joint venture with the China State Shipbuilding Corporation, recently unveiled its new cruise brand. The brand is called…
Over the past year you’ve been nominating colleagues for living and breathing our Culture Essentials; helping us to achieve our ideal culture, be the great…
Our focus on how we do things is really important, so it’s fantastic to see so many of you living our Culture Essentials and recognising…
December has a tendency to creep up on a lot of us which is why we’ve put together a quick guide to the end of…
The Monty’s bake sale is back by popular demand! Returning to The Atrium from 10:00 – 14:00 on Tuesday 29 November to raise money for…
Sture shares more about his busy week visiting ships with Donnacha to look at various technical aspects as well as the opportunity to see Gary…
On 13 November, the team on P&O Cruises Britannia organised a special cultural food event to celebrate the 44 different nationalities of our colleagues on…
Carnival UK (CUK) has notched up another first by being the first cruise operator to sign the Armed Forces Covenant recently. Our CUK Military, Veterans,…
The Corporate Shipbuilding Career Framework was first introduced in the UK in 2018, with the intention of extending it to all roles and locations in…
Sture joins us this week to talk about our Contact Centre’s top-ranked service, as well as focusing on Arvia. Plus, speaking of top-ranked and Arvia,…
A huge thank you to everyone who entered our Mental Health Matters raffle, in support of our CUK charity partner, Monty’s. Your raffle entries helped…
Thanks to everyone who nominated in our Q4 Culture Essentials Awards. Your Employee Experience Groups (EEGs) are now busy going through all your fantastic nominations,…
First observed in 2005, Corporate Compliance & Ethics week shines a spotlight on the importance of compliance and ethics. Complying with all laws, regulations, policies, and procedures is…
Carnival UK has joined a cross-sector collaboration of international organisations, regional businesses, and academic institutions to become a supporting and founding partner of a major…
First observed in 2005, Corporate Compliance & Ethics week shines a spotlight on the importance of compliance and ethics. Complying with all laws, regulations, policies, and procedures is…
Our new online, IT service portal, The TechCentre, is now live! The TechCentre is an online Portal that will enable you to help yourself to IT…
Our Culture Essentials Awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials by living the behaviours that demonstrate our ideal culture. Nominations for Q4…
Come and join* us on Wednesday 9 November when Josh Weinstein will be launching our Cyber Security Event in the Atrium at Carnival House, at…
Following the creation of our Military, Veterans and Partners (MVP) Community in June, we’re now taking one step further to show our support for these…
Sture joins us in the great outdoors which seems fitting while talking about our Sustainability agenda. Watch for yourself below… And don’t forget to come…
Our CUK charity partner, Monty’s, are busy getting everything ready, to be able to provide gifts for children across our local community this Christmas and…
Do you find it hard to talk about money? Talk Money Week is a national awareness campaign running from 7-12 November, helping to provide opportunities…
We’re pleased to confirm that today (Wednesday 2 November 2022), at 11:28 (Finnish time), Christine Duffy, President, Carnival Cruise Line proudly took delivery of Carnival…
Throughout November we’ll be sharing information about addiction, the symptoms, and where to go for support if you, or someone you know is struggling. Check…
On Tuesday 8 November, our new IT Request system – The TechCentre goes live! Make sure you’re ready by reading what you need to know…
With the increase in cost of living-related news, we know it can be hard to know exactly what’s going in with your finances and getting…
We’re kicking off November with a Green Travel Roadshow event, coming to Carnival House on Tuesday 1 November. We’re working in collaboration with Southampton City…
Fancy winning a 7-night P&O Cruises Holiday? Enter our Mental Health Matters raffle and share your wellbeing top-tip to be in with a chance! All…
Our Year-End performance review window is open from 1 to 30 November. These reviews are an important part of our performance cycle at Carnival UK…
On 26 October we’re hosting the Cyber Security Event at Carnival House, in the Atrium from 11am until 2pm. Come along and… Try out your…
On 26 October we’re hosting the Cyber Security Event at Carnival House, in the Atrium from 11am until 2pm. Come along and… Try out your…
At Carnival UK, our Mental Health First Aiders and Mental Health Champions are all colleagues who’ve volunteered their time to take on the role of listening…
At Carnival UK, our Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs) and Mental Health Champions (MHCs) are all colleagues who’ve volunteered their time to take on the role of…
We’ve been working on something exciting in Technology. It’s called the TechCentre. What’s that you say? I’m glad you asked – read on to find…
Now that Sture’s back from Australia, visiting his family and taking some leave, he brings us his latest video update where he talks about the…
Even after 22 years of service and having sailed thousands of miles around the world and visiting dozens of countries occasionally Aurora and her crew…
Does your systems access matter to you? It does to us. We’re the Identity and Access Management (IAM) Team. Many of you may not have…
Money worries are something most people can relate to, money problems directly correlate to feelings of stress and even depression, which has a knock-on impact…
Throughout October we’ve been focusing on all things mental health and exploring ways to ‘be kind to your mind’. We’ve been meeting with colleagues from…
Hackers have limitless opportunities when using social media, learn how to stay safe online! It is incredibly easy to pretend to be something or someone…
Social media hacks are on the rise, meaning the risk to your private information is increasing too. Between the variety of social media platforms and…
As we continue our focus on development, we’re spotlighting another example of how one of our colleagues has been focusing on their own development journey.…
To find out what vacancies are currently available across the whole Corporation, please visit this website. You can search using a variety of criteria and filters…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans and achieve our business goals. Here are our latest crop of new colleagues…
This October we’ve been recognising Black History Month – an opportunity for us to share, celebrate and understand the contribution that black people have made…
At Carnival UK, our Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs) and Mental Health Champions (MHCs) are all colleagues who’ve volunteered their time to take on the…
Though threats to cyber-security may regularly make the news, we as a company know how to guard against them, but we can’t do it without…
Today, 10 October, is World Mental Health Day. Sometimes we all need a little extra support, and though today is an opportunity for us all…
Celebration’s sea trials started on Monday 5 September, 15 minutes ahead of schedule which we should have taken as an omen of how the trials…
Thanks to everyone who completed our Pulse and Life on board surveys at the start of September. It’s great to see so many of you…
Captain Arma first started with Princess 23 years ago, working his way up through the ranks, eventually becoming captain in 2016. In this podcast, hear…
Our next Good Day at CUK wellbeing campaign: ‘Be kind to your mind’ is live! This month we’re focusing on all things mental health. Sometimes…
How scammers are using QR codes to steal personal information With contactless interactions becoming the norm after the pandemic, Quick-Response codes, or QR codes, have…
How scammers are using QR codes to steal personal information With contactless interactions becoming the norm after the pandemic, Quick-Response codes, or QR codes, have…
Huge congratulations to Emma Stevenson, Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager and Gioacchino Caltagirone, Senior Inspector in Monfalcone for both winning the Q3 Team Member Award in…
Aurora was recently delighted to host some Royal Navy Medical officers and ratings, and members of the Queen Alexandra Royal Naval Nursing Service, as well…
As the countdown to Arvia continues, Sture joins us from the shipyard in Papenburg, Germany to give us a quick behind the scenes look at…
Our focus on how we do things is really important, so it’s fantastic to see so many of you living our Culture Essentials and recognising…
For many people challenging or difficult conversations will often feel like your being forced to act out of your comfort zone. Walking into challenging conversations…
IMPORTANT: Please click here to access and read the CCS Data Retention Schedule Within Corporate Shipbuilding we receive, send and store thousands of pieces of…
Following the news last week of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, we continue to extend our sincere condolences to The Royal Family.…
Next month, Senior Manager of Guest Experience Planning and Change, Anna Goddard, is set to run this years London Marathon in support of P&O Cruises…
Over the last few months P&O Cruises have raised a staggering £29,000 for their official charity partner, Teenage Cancer Trust. With the reintroduction of fleet…
The Charity Partnership team are hosting a Bake Sale to raise funds towards the target of £20,000 for our CUK charity partner, Monty’s. On your…
Don’t miss your opportunity to tell us what it feels like to work at Carnival UK and to share your thoughts on how we can…
Yesterday Buckingham Palace announced the death of Her Majesty The Queen. Carnival UK and colleagues both ashore and at sea extend sincere condolences to The…
Given all the uncertainty in the world right now and the challenges that many of us are currently facing on a daily basis, planning for…
On Saturday 27 August 2022, P&O Cruises and Cunard were proud headline sponsors of the Southampton Pride Parade and Festival. An event initially launched in…
Sture joins us from Italy this week as he’s at the shipyard building Queen Anne, for a significant milestone – watch for yourself below… …
Are Robots Trying to Steal Your Data? A new fake chatbot phishing trend is emerging, learn how to avoid getting hooked! Hackers are constantly coming to…
It’s the start of a new month and as we continue our focus on development, we’re spotlighting another example of how one of our colleagues…
To help Respect & Protect the environment and address an ongoing issue identified across our company, we, together with our brands across the Corporation, challenged…
Taking action to measure and understand important statistics about your health such as your blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, and body weight probably isn’t always…
This 22nd Merchant Navy Day serves as a timely reminder of the importance of seafarers and the valuable role they provide – not just those…
Sture covers a few subjects this time including how Aurora recently respected and protected some unlikely additional passengers – watch for yourself below… And be…
The words Incident and Breach can be quite worrying, the connotation behind them being especially scary when your business primarily deals with sea fairing vessels.…
Our shoreside Pulse and fleet Life on board surveys are now open. This is your opportunity to tell us what it feels like to work…
Did you know about 30,000 spoofing attacks happen per day? The term “spoof” might not sound scary, but the results can be. To avoid getting…
Here at Carnival UK, we recognise the benefit of learning from others and building on our connections to enhance individual development, so what better way…
Sture joins us from Norway this week after being on board Iona – see what he has to say below… Don’t forget to head back…
Our Carnival UK summer of sport fundraising event is now coming to an end – we’ve had fun with spinning classes, trophies won in our…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans and achieve our business goals. Here are our latest crop of new colleagues,…
Whether you know it or not, you likely handle sensitive information every single day. Sensitive and confidential data comes in many forms, including information that…
Travel is a privilege and whether I am travelling for work or for leisure it is something I do not forget. Whatever the trip, however…
Our charity partnership team are soon to host a ‘Summer of Sports’ week at Carnival House to raise money for our Carnival UK charity partner…
Did you know even one cyber-security lapse within our global supply chain can put us all at risk? That’s why it is important to make…
Its been pot luck for some and for others a fantastic effort as Carnival UK colleagues battle it out to become CUK’s pool champion of…
Appreciation is a hugely powerful thing. It helps to fuel our inspiration and purpose, builds confidence and self-esteem, and creates a sense of acceptance and…
Sture joins us from the stunning Arcadia this week where he talks about his first interactions with her 17 years ago, and his first walk…
Next month we’re launching a new Know Your Numbers guide on the Good Day at CUK, Wellbeing hub, to coincide with Know your numbers awareness…
Messaging platforms like WhatsApp are a hotbed for conniving crooks trying to steal your personal data. Spotting the red flags early on can help keep…
As we continue our focus on development, we’re spotlighting another example of how one of our colleagues has been focusing on their own development journey…
In 2019 discussions started about how we can deliver a better experience for our guests with disability and care requirements by understanding their needs better,…
With holiday season well and truly upon us and the sun shining pretty much everywhere, it’s a great opportunity to remind ourselves why it’s important…
If you receive a text from your boss, it’s most likely important but instead of trying to respond right away, take a moment to pause…
Sture joins us from one of our new flexible working spaces, in Carnival House, this week to talk about recognition – see for yourself below……
On 27 July 2022, Seabourn Venture entered services and welcomed its first guests on board, taking them on a 12-day Northern Isles expedition, departing Tromsø,…
Before the pandemic the Services team had all, in some way, shape or form visited the sites across Europe to meet the teams, whether this…
We’ve all had a training email reminder and thought “I must do that later”. With busy workloads and pressures, compliance training can often seem like…
Last week our Charity Partnership Team (CPT) donated their time to CUK charity partner, Monty’s, to give the active community hub a much needed refresh.…
The ‘Submit a Phish’ button joined us last November, with many of you using the tool to report thousands of suspicious emails, making our wish come…
Sture joins us, while on leave with his family, to reflect on Josh Weinstein’s (new President & CEO for Carnival Corporation) recent visit to Carnival…
On the 21 July 2022, CUK Maritime donned their active gear and headed to Calshot Activities Center for the day. The sun was shining, the…
On Friday 29 July 2022 at 11.35am the Troncone for Queen Anne (6274) departed Castellammare to make her way to Fincantieri in Marghera. Talking about…
Carnival Corporation & plc has released its latest annual sustainability report, detailing key initiatives and progress made in 2021 towards our 2030 sustainability goals and…
Coming straight from our Culture Essentials, Risk Advisory and Assurance Services (RAAS) is excited to announce the launch of ‘Improve’, a new digital suggestion box…
The Quarter 3 (Q3) Enabling Conversation window is now open until 31 August. Carry on the conversation that supports your regular one-to-ones with your line…
Please note that the content of this article does not currently apply to UK-based colleagues Learn about the seamless email tool working to keep your…
Sture joins us this week from Sydney airport. As he heads back to the UK he reflects on what’s happening with Diversity, Equity & Inclusion…
To empower and boost employee engagement with all our CUK charity partnerships, we’re inviting you to keep up-to-date with all the latest news, fundraising events…
At Carnival UK, we’re passionate about your wellbeing and creating a supportive place to work. We pride ourselves on our flexible working and inclusion agenda, making…
This week Sture reflects on our Carnival House event last week and our latest Inclusion and Respect video – take a look for yourself below.…
On 18 July we welcomed a group of fresh, new faces in to our Contact Centre… Kim Elizabeth Thomas Team Leader, Contact Centre (James) Gary…
The Fleet People Support Team is introducing a new way of collecting your business travel expense claims, with effect from 1 August 2022. Fleet colleagues…
As we continue our focus on development throughout the year, we’re delighted to hear stories from so many of you who are driving your own…
On 16 March 2020, we made the difficult but necessary decision to stop cruising. Since then it’s been a long journey, and we’ve faced many…
On 13 July your employee-led network for Disabilities and Health Conditions, m’power, will be sponsoring a Atrium event to raise awareness of Carnival UK’s journey…
Sture reflects on how far we’ve come in the last year – check it out for yourself below… Don’t forget to come back next week…
First of all thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague for our first round of CCS Star Awards for 2022,…
What makes a good day at Carnival UK is different for each of us. Our wellbeing hub on The Insider empowers us all with resources…
On 29 June, Seabourn took delivery of its first expedition ship, Seabourn Venture, during an official handover maritime ceremony at the T. Mariotti shipyard in…
Great news for collaborative working – it’s now even easier to connect with colleagues who are at home or in the offices with the launch…
At the end of June, Carnival Cruise Line announced that two Vista class ships from Costa Cruises will be joining their fleet. Costa Venezia will…
Following Sture’s email yesterday, thanks to everyone who took the time to complete our Carnival UK Pulse Survey in March. The response was outstanding with…
Our focus on how we do things is really important, so it’s fantastic to see so many of you living our Culture Essentials and recognising…
We would like to invite you to check that your contact details are showing correctly in Microsoft Office. Please follow the steps below to check…
Sture joins us this week from somewhere closer to Carnival House, see more below…
Organised by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Day of The Seafarer (DotS) takes place on 25 June and is a chance for us, as well…
Sture shows off his steady hand in this week’s instalment – take a look for yourself below: And be sure to pop back to The…
As we continue to focus on our development throughout the year we’re bringing you another example of how one of our colleagues has stepped out…
This week Sture’s in another stunning location talking about all the recruitment activity that’s happening at the moment – see for yourself below… And be…
Last weekend several members of the business attended our first volunteering event at our new charity partners home. Sarah Earing, Chair of the CUK Charity…
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As you’ll see in Sture’s latest update he has some bouncy friends videobombing in the background – take a look for yourself below: And be…
Sture brings you his latest update with a rather spectacular background this week but don’t just take our word for it, take a look for…
In 2022, Her Majesty The Queen will become the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee after 70 years of service. There’ll be many…
It is a very bad, no good, week for hackers. That’s because this fun and informative video teaches you a quick and easy method to…
We’re delighted to reveal our new charity partnership with Monty’s Community Hub. Here at Carnival UK we’re passionate about offering our people identifiable, open and…
As one of our key 2022 strategic priorities, we all have a part to play in ensuring sustainability it’s an integral part of who we…
Ahead of Queen Victoria returning to service on 5 June Sture brings you his latest update from her dry dock – check it out below……
With the launch of our latest shore learning guide this week, we’re spotlighting another example of how one of our colleagues has been focusing on…
On 29 April Cunard reached a milestone in the building of Queen Anne, with the successful launch of the forward lower section of the ship,…
Thanks to everyone who nominated in our Q2 Culture Essentials Awards. Your Employee Experience Groups (EEGs) are now busy going through all your fantastic nominations,…
Showing appreciation for each other is really important, we all know the power that positive feedback can have. So what better way to thank a…
Welcome to Sture’s Weekly What’s up – a short and snappy video update from Sture Myrmell, our Carnival UK President. Sture will be sharing what he’s up…
As a shoreside colleague at Carnival UK, you’ve access to exclusive employee benefits designed to support your financial wellbeing, protect your health, and contribute towards…
Fishing is a pastime enjoyed all over the world and is also a global industry. For example, did you know that last year UK vessels…
Our Culture Essentials Awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials by living the behaviours that demonstrate our ideal culture. Know a team or…
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, an opportunity for the whole of the UK to focus on achieving good mental health. Started 21 years ago by…
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, an opportunity for the whole of the UK to focus on achieving good mental health. At Carnival UK we’re focused…
Today is the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, an opportunity for the whole of the UK to focus on achieving good mental health. Started…
This page will be used to keep all FAQs relating to the change negotiations taking place in Finland up to date. Please ensure you check…
In April, after two years of entirely remote based learning, we were excited to welcome David from Future Proof into Carnival House for our first…
This week we all started using Carnival House for a minimum of two days a week. To celebrate this milestone moment, and the great opportunity…
I have just returned from a short break to somewhere I had never been before and, for the first time in a long while, I…
Last month we asked our shoreside colleagues to complete our Pulse Survey to tell us what it feels like to work at Carnival UK (the…
As we continue to deliver unforgettable holiday happiness for our guests, we love to hear from colleagues on board as they travel the world. This…
Today Carnival Corporation have announced changes to the leadership team. From Monday 1 August, Arnold Donald, currently President and Chief Executive Officer is being appointed…
Over two years ago we closed the doors to Carnival House and retreated to our homes as the pandemic took force. Today marks the start…
On 18 April 2022, our five-year probation under the Environmental Compliance Plan (ECP) ended. Although our probation has ended, our commitment to growing and improving…
We have our first winner for the Corporate Vision Award Program! Huge congratulations go to Jon Izzard, Director of Strategic Sourcing who won the team…
Since September, the Learning team has been hosting virtual Power Hours and Leaders Exchange sessions as a way for colleagues to take time out for…
After many months of our inductions being held online we’re pleased to be able to welcome our first cohort of fresh new faces back into…
Family walking tours, all day culture clubs, messy activities and creative classes for young minds… here’s what’s happening in Southampton over the Easter break to…
How to Speak Up A key behaviour in our Culture Essentials, Speak Up is about being open and honest, to have the conversations we need…
Earlier this year our Learning team ran virtual drop-in sessions inviting you to attend and ask any questions you had about your own development, resources…
Holland America Line’s Volendam will be used to accommodate Ukrainian refugees as part of an agreement announced by Netherlands and City of Rotterdam government officials.…
Remember to complete our Pulse Survey and tell us what it feels like to work at Carnival UK (the good and the not so good)…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans and achieve our business goals. Here are our latest crop of new colleagues,…
Today we’re publishing our 2022 Gender Pay Gap Report, which captures Carnival UK’s gender pay gap as of April 2021. Access the full report here.…
On Sunday Arcadia welcomed guests back on board and the full P&O Cruises fleet returned to service. With Queen Mary 2 and Queen Elizabeth also…
It’s the big day! Today Arcadia welcomes guests back on board and sees a full return to service for the P&O Cruises fleet. With Queen…
As a colleague at Carnival UK, you’ve access to exclusive employee benefits. One of these is Perks at Work, designed to help you find the…
It’s a full fleet approval as we’re delighted to say Arcadia is officially approved to return to service! During the countdown to each Carnival UK…
Just two more days until Arcadia sets sail and the full P&O Cruises fleet is back together at sea. Today as we continue our countdown…
Most of you will have heard of the much-loved TV programme Bake Off which has aired in more than 35 countries around the world in…
In just three days Arcadia sets sail. This is a celebratory moment for all colleagues as not only does it mean that the P&O Cruises…
As we continue our countdown to Arcadia’s return to service, and the full P&O Cruises fleet being back together at sea, we’re spotlighting P&O Cruises…
On 27 March Arcadia welcomes guests back on board and sees a full return to service for the P&O Cruises fleet. With Queen Mary 2…
This week we launched a new shore wellbeing hub on The Insider to empower everyone with resources and guidance on what’s most important to us…
The results are in and our Q1 shoreside Culture Essentials Awards winners have been decided! Our awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture…
What makes a good day at Carnival UK and focus on our wellbeing is different for each of us. One colleague might be looking for…
Please use the following links to access the latest versions of the Chief Maritime Officer’s Environmental Newsletter, created regularly by Bill Burke and his team:…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans for returning to service and achieve our business goals. Here are our latest…
With so much change happening across the business it’s important we still make time for our own development. That’s why we want to bring you…
Thanks to everyone who nominated in our shoreside Q1 Culture Essentials Awards – we’ll be announcing our winners next week, so watch this space! Missed…
During these times of uncertainty, we recognise that many colleagues may be affected by the situation in different ways, so wanted to share some tips…
Back in February we went out with a request for volunteers to form a new Carnival UK charity partnership team and the response we had…
Our focus on how we do things is so incredibly important and by living our Culture Essentials everyday, we’ll reach our goals and aspirations. Part…
You’ll have seen on the news the current situation with Ukraine and Russia. As a global corporation with a multinational workforce, we’re currently supporting our…
No two career journeys looks the same and by sharing our own experiences we can help to inspire others. Here’s Rosy’s development story … Rosy…
Well done to all our colleagues on board and ashore that took part in the Future Steps Challenge to raise funds for The Prince’s Trust.…
In light of the current situation with Russia and Ukraine, we know this is a worrying time for colleagues, particularly those from the region or…
Great news, you can now officially submit your request to buy up to five days of extra leave or sell up to two days. You…
Great news – you can now officially submit your request to buy up to five days of extra leave or sell up to two days.…
It’s finally here! Today’s the day when Aurora welcomes her first guests on board in almost two years. This is a momentous occasion for all…
Just one day to go! As Aurora prepares to return to service and once again create unforgettable holiday happiness for our guests, we’ve been catching…
As each Carnival UK ship gets ready to return to service, colleagues ashore support by boarding for a test overnight stay. These give the team…
In just three days Aurora sets sail for the first time in over 23 months. A celebratory moment for all P&O Cruises colleagues, we know…
It’s not long now until we get to see Aurora bringing holiday happiness back to our guests but it couldn’t be done with the work…
We’re counting down the days until when we see the long-awaited return of our fifth P&O Cruises ship, Aurora. It’s been a long time since…
Every year we have our cycle of Performance conversations, each one designed to support your career aspirations and personal development. As we come to the…
It is Random Acts of Kindness Day today (17 February 2022). This is a day to think about how you could do something nice for…
Thanks to our incredible teams onboard and everyone supporting shoreside, Carnival UK have six ships sailing, each creating unforgettable holiday happiness for thousands of guests. …
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans for returning to service and achieve our business goals. Here are our latest…
Over recent months, we’re delighted to have welcomed (and welcomed back!) a number of new colleagues to Corporate Shipbuilding, they include: Aida Ardelean, HR Consultant…
Sustainability is one of our 2022 priorities and we all have a part to play in ensuring it’s an integral part of who we are.…
The countdown to moving your Box files to OneDrive continues! If you use Box you should have received an email earlier this week to let…
A few weeks ago I was very fortunate to attend a travel agent event at the top of The Shard in London. From there I…
The Shore Experience team are launching an exciting new destination partnership later this year with ticket only and skip the line tickets that will be…
When we first started talking about returning to the office I was filled with dread. Working from home was easy and comfortable and…well it works…
Whilst we didn’t have any winners from the Corporate Vision Awards in Q4, we did have several nominees who we’d like to recognise and share…
As we promised at our recent town hall, please click here to access the slides that Andi and Hollie shared during the session on The…
We had some great news in the Travel Agent space with our partners at Cruise.co.uk. at their conference last week – both P&O Cruises and…
This week the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) condemned Met Police officers for a range of bad behaviour, including racism, misogyny (hatred of women),…
Today we’re recognising Time To Talk Day, a day that highlights how much conversation contributes to good mental health. On board and ashore, we’re asking…
Know a team or an individual who’s demonstrated an outstanding example of bringing our Culture Essentials to life? Show them some appreciation and nominate them…
Our 2022 Environmental Compliance Plan (ECP) video, starring Arnold Donald has been released across the corporation. Hopefully much of what you’ll see resonates with our…
Although it continues to be a busy time for many of us, it’s important that we don’t forget to focus on our own development and…
In December we explored how to spot the signs of someone struggling with their mental health but it can be hard to know what to…
Since 2017 Carnival UK have worked with charities including Mayfield Nurseries, Breast Cancer Haven and Southampton City Farm, helping to change the lives of those…
We’re delighted to confirm that today, 28 January 2022, at 10:39am (Italian time), Keith Taylor, EVP Holland America Group, accepted delivery of Discovery Princess from Fincantieri in…
What would a celebration for International Data Protection Day be, without a degree of temptation, but don’t worry we’re not going to be tempting you…
Data, Risk and Privacy are all subjects that some people feel can be quite dry. Here in the Privacy Team we obviously think different, but…
A big thank you for all your questions from all of us here in the Privacy Team, we hope that you’ve enjoyed our…
Today’s International Data Protection Day, when companies carry out activities globally to raise awareness about data protection and privacy rights. Here’s what we have going…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans for returning to service and achieve our business goals. Here are our latest…
From today Carnival House is back open for up to 550 colleagues per day across all departments. We’re asking everyone to start regularly working some…
Living our Culture Essentials every day, as well as our focus on how we do things, is so incredibly important because it’s the ‘how’ that…
Fancy keeping fit and supporting young people along the way? Well, look no further than this year’s Prince’s Trust ‘Future Steps Challenge’! Throughout February we’re…
19 January 2022 True change, lasting change, starts with the leadership of the company. As your senior leaders, we acknowledge that instances of minimising or…
Are you looking to develop skills in communication, finance, fundraising, relationship building, partnership management, project management and/or event management this year? We’re recruiting for a…
Your Maritime Employee Experience Group is here to provide you with the effective opportunities to speak up and have your voice heard. This is your…
On a day that’s gained a reputation for being ‘Blue Monday’ (supposedly the saddest day of the year due to a combination of bad weather,…
We’ve not only welcomed in a New Year but we’re also welcoming some new faces to Carnival UK shoreside. Here are our latest crop of…
It’s that time of the year when we are setting goals and looking at what we wish to achieve in our personal development over the…
As we all turn our attention to our own development for the year to come, we’re bringing you another example of how one of your…
Have you just read the latest Bits & Bytes and find yourself inspired to share an update on what you or your team have been…
To give you more time to reflect the goal setting window has been extended from 14 January to the 28 February. By Friday 28 February…
Hurry, voting closes on Friday 7 January Over the past year you’ve been nominating colleagues for living and breathing our Culture Essentials; helping us to…
Last year we rolled out Teams , a collaboration app that helps you stay organised by keeping all conversations in one place. But what’s it…
The New Year presents a great opportunity to reset and look to the future, so what better time to consider your development for the year…
The end of the year is almost upon us so we wanted to wish everyone a very happy festive season and new year. 2021 has…
Arnold Donald, President and CEO of Carnival Corporation wanted to share his a festive message with all of us at Carnival UK – take a…
Since mid November we’ve welcomed many more new starters to the Carnival UK family. John White Manager, Projects Victoria (Vicki) Welnitchhuk Representative, Guest Support Caroline…
Internet at sea How does internet at sea work? Internet at sea is provided by satellites, transmitted by signals to and from the ship’s antennae.…
P&O Cruises has won two awards at the Pearl International content awards for the Iona inauguration social media campaign. The Content Council Pearl awards is…
Ship to shore – always secure is an ongoing priority. To help us protect our Guests, ourselves and Carnival UK even more, why not make a…
Over the past year you’ve been nominating colleagues for living and breathing our Culture Essentials; helping us to achieve our ideal culture, be the great…
We’re delighted that we have been able to recognise so many of our talented people through promotions during the year end pay review process. Please…
The results are in and our Q4 Culture Essentials Awards winners have been decided! Our awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials…
Can you tell if someone is struggling with their mental health? It’s easy to know when someone needs help if their arm is bleeding or…
First of all thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague for our second round of CCS Star Awards for 2021,…
2021 has been another amazing year for everyone within Shared Services! Watch the video to see just some of the work that has been achieved!…
Over the last year or so we’ve seen an increased level of focus on integrity and conduct at senior levels of government, with calls to…
Thank you to everyone who was able to join us for our shoreside CUK festive get together last Friday – we hope you enjoyed it!…
Teams is now live! From today all shoreside colleagues, our Onboard SMT and some select roles onboard will have access to Microsoft Teams. Teams is…
It’s the big day! Final preparations are being made on board Azura as guests arrive in Barbados for her first cruise in almost 20 months.…
It’s almost time! Tomorrow Azura returns to service and it’s thanks to her amazing team on board, with support from an equally amazing team ashore,…
P&O Cruises SHINE service promise focuses on delivering exceptional service to our guests, and as Azura returns to service, our colleagues on board have the…
The wait is finally over! The Shared Services VIRTUAL CHRISTMAS MARKET schedule has arrived! Detailed below is the full schedule for all the internal and…
As the countdown to Azura’s return to service continues, we’re catching up with some of her incredible on-board team to find out a bit more…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans for returning to service and achieve our business goals. Here are our latest…
As each Carnival UK ship gets ready to return to service, colleagues ashore support by boarding for a test overnight stay. These give the team…
To celebrate the festive season, we’re giving you the chance to win a signed copy of P&O Cruises Food Hero Olly Smith’s new book, Home…
Looking for that perfect way to spend December with loved ones? Look no further than the 2021 December Kindness Calendar! This month’s calendar focuses on…
We’re pleased to confirm that today (2 December 2021), at 09:44 (local Finnish time), Mario Zanetti, President of Costa Crociere, took delivery of Costa Toscana from…
With the nights being darker and a distinct chill in the air, it can only mean we’re reaching the end of another year – ‘where’s…
Thanks to everyone who nominated in our Q4 Culture Essentials Awards. Your Employee Experience Groups (EEGs) are now busy going through all your fantastic nominations,…
As we approach the end of the year it’ll soon be time to turn our attention to our goals and development opportunities for the year…
Before Covid hit I commuted to Carnival House five days a week from Bournemouth. With the best intentions and encouragement, opportunities to work from home…
On Sunday guests set sail aboard Caribbean Princess from Ft. Lauderdale for a holiday to the Eastern Caribbean, marking the return to service of the…
This time of year is filled with holidays, celebrations, time spent with loved ones and gift exchanges. It is also a time filled with scammers…
Queen Mary 2 has returned to service in sensational style, as Cunard’s flagship officially switched her lights back on, illuminating the skies with her iconic…
To support our hybrid approach to working, we’ve changes the Carnival House car parking system. First of all, anyone who previously had a parking space…
Today is the day! In just a few hours we’re welcoming guests on board and for the very first time in over 19 months, Queen…
It’s almost time! Tomorrow Queen Mary 2 returns to service, once again creating unforgettable holiday happiness for our guests. As she prepares for the big…
Today is Simon’s official last day as president of Carnival UK. Having been part of the Carnival UK team for over five years, he’ll be…
In just two days, on Sunday 28 November, it’s the long-awaited return to service for Queen Mary 2. It’s been over 19 months since she…
On 10 November 2021, Lynn Narraway UK & Ireland Managing Director Holland America Line, hosted an afternoon tea in Torbay to thank local residents for…
On Tuesday this week, Queen Mary 2 welcomed Carnival UK colleagues on board for her long awaited test voyage. As well as testing all operational…
In just four days Queen Mary 2 sets sail from Southampton. A celebratory moment for all Cunard colleagues, we know that many of you will…
Back in October we recognised Mental Health Month and as part of that we hosted a competition which asked you to tell us what helps…
As Queen Mary 2 prepares to return to service and once again create unforgettable holiday happiness for our guests, we’ve been catching up with a…
Today, as Sture takes over the reins from Simon Palethorpe, he wanted to say hello and share his first thoughts as our new president of…
This page includes a number of frequently asked questions and answers (FAQS) regarding the additional company days that everyone will be receiving on 29, 30…
At Carnival UK we put our people first and part of that means giving people the support and opportunity to grow and develop in their…
This week at the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport select committee hearing in Westminster, former Yorkshire County Cricket Club player Azeem Rafiq bravely spoke up…
When we all packed up our desks on 17 March 2020, I remember us saying it felt like the last day of school before the…
Fleet Accompanied Travel allows close relatives to join eligible team members on board. Here you’ll find all you need to know about it. ‘Visitors’ =…
On Wednesday, Enchanted Princess departed on her inaugural voyage. The 145,000-ton, 3,660-guest ship represents an evolution of the design platform consistent across her sister ships…
How to Encrypt Emails and Stay Cybersecure Email is one of the most common ways of communicating. While it is perfectly suited for quickly exchanging routine information,…
When we began UK coastal cruising (Profile 1) with no port stops, it was as new for us as it was our guests, but consistently…
This month we welcomed some new colleagues to Carnival House … Trevor Smith Analyst, Server and Storage Antonia Simpson Senior Manager, Social Media Emma Blair…
Since we rolled out our fleet recognition programme earlier this year, it’s been fantastic to recognise and reward so many of our colleagues for their…
Keeping you up to date with where we are at so far in the Microsoft Office 365 deployment for ship and shore… What’s been happening…
A Phish is a suspicious looking email that could be asking you to click on a link, share personal information, has spelling mistakes or is…
Having taken a lovely week off which has definitely worked wonders for my mental wellbeing, I missed doing a blog for the last week of…
Pumpkins, sweet treats and more spookiness than you can shake a broomstick at! Take a look at some of the fright night fun had on…
We pride ourselves on delivering unforgettable holiday happiness for our guests. It’s at the heart of what we do and key to our success. We…
What Hackers Don’t Want You to Know Now it is more important than ever to stay alert for possible hacking attempts. This week, Microsoft announced emerging global threats from hackers impersonating trusted business partners. Among their…
We frequently talk about our commitment to health, safety, environmental protection, compliance, and building a company culture of diversity and inclusion. That’s why, to reinforce…
Through feedback from fleet colleagues, we understand that it could be challenging at times to reach the right contact for individual queries. To help address…
Like 2020, 2021 has been an unprecedented year; one where we’ve all pulled together as a united team to deliver amazing things. To differentiate performance…
Around the world fathers, partners, brothers and friends face a health crisis that isn’t being talked about. Join the Movember foundation this month and help tackle…
Tell us what you think Our Life on board survey combines many of our previous surveys (quarantine, food, travel, end of tour etc) and is…
What Hackers Don’t Want You to Know Now it is more important than ever to stay alert for possible hacking attempts. This week, Microsoft announced emerging global threats from hackers impersonating trusted business partners. Among their…
Throughout October we recognised Mental Health Month and used it as an opportunity to remind ourselves of the importance of taking care of ourselves and…
As you’ll know, sustainability is one of our top priorities. This means taking action in line with the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals to protect…
Mental health issues can affect us all at any time without warning, and many things can trigger it quickly or over long periods – this…
Another week, another great 30 second video from Mental Health Ireland to explain what we mean by ‘Be Active’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRpqbOPrORE We all know that exercise…
Throughout the month of October we’ve been focusing on mental health and spotlighting the five pillars of wellbeing; connect, be active, keep learning, take notice…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans for returning to service and achieve our business goals. Here are our latest…
Keeping you up to date with where we are at so far in the Microsoft Office 365 deployment for ship and shore… What’s been happening…
SSO EEG – Meet the team Fleet People Operations Cara Ayres – Fleet People Operations I re-joined Carnival in February 2022 after a 3 year…
A key behaviour in our Culture Essentials, Speak Up, is about being open, honest and having the courageous conversations that we need to have to…
“I would be so strong, fast and in shape, if only I had more time to exercise.” This was my genuine belief before lockdown. I…
We have another addition to the Corporate Shipbuilding family! Here’s a short message from Marie Dunleavy, Project Support Coordinator: “Me and Adam would love to…
From today, bookable meeting rooms are back at Carnival House. To make it easier to plan, meet and collaborate, we can now book a meeting…
Throughout the month of October we’re focusing on mental health and spotlighting the five pillars of wellbeing; connect, be active, keep learning, take notice and…
Keeping you up to date with where we are at so far in the Microsoft Office 365 deployment for ship and shore… What’s been happening…
We’re recently welcomed more talented people to help us deliver our plans for returning to service and achieve our business goals. Here are our latest…
At Carnival House we now have a team of Mental Health Champions who are trained to help raise awareness of mental health, reduce stigma and…
We’re covering two topics this week as there are 5 Ways to Wellbeing, but only 4 weeks in October! Keep Learning Learning is often associated…
The past few weeks have seen us reach another fantastic milestone: the return of our international cruises. Britannia and Iona have both embarked with delighted…
Having been away from the office for over 18 months, the thought of coming back may cause lots of different emotions, from excitement to nervousness…
We’re passionate about looking after our people and so to help you stay safe and well this winter, we’re encouraging as many people as possible…
Throughout the month of October we’re focusing on mental health and spotlighting the five pillars of wellbeing; connect, be active, keep learning, take notice and…
Today is World Mental Health day, a day where globally we all have the opportunity to Speak Up, share our own experiences and fight mental…
Want to build your knowledge, feel empowered to own your development and improve your wellbeing? Keep an eye out on the Weekly Update from today,…
The steel cutting for any new ship is an important milestone and signifies the start of the construction phase. For Project Sphere, this event marked…
At Carnival UK sustainability is one of our top priorities and we’re doing a number of good things to drive our business in a sustainable…
As you may have seen from other blog posts on the Insider, October is mental health month. There are a number of events taking place…
It’s easier for cybercriminals to hack a human than to hack a company network. That is why a cybercrime technique called “social engineering” is so…
It is easier for cybercriminals to hack a human than to hack a company network. That is why a cybercrime technique called “social engineering” is…
On 16 September, Warsash cadets from all phases of training, attended the Seafarers Rights International (SRI) conference at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). The conference…
Following Arnold Donald’s recent video about the importance of speaking up, you might be wondering what to Speak Up about, how to go about it,…
Throughout the month of October we’re focusing on mental health and spotlighting the five pillars of wellbeing; connect, be active, keep learning, take notice and…
Today is a truly milestone moment. In just a few hours Ventura is welcoming guests on board. For the very first time in over 18…
On Wednesday this week, Ventura welcomed special guests and Carnival UK colleagues on board for her long awaited test cruise. As well as testing all…
Just two days to go! As Ventura prepares to return to service and once again create unforgettable holiday happiness for our guests, we’ve been catching…
October is Mental Health Month – an opportunity to remind ourselves of the importance of taking care of ourselves and supporting each other. Throughout the…
With only a few days until we see Ventura returning to service we’re coming to the end of our series of UK cruises which marks…
Fleet Refer a friend offer for fleet The ‘refer a friend’ incentive has gone back to its original offer of $200 / £150 for all…
This week, RnB singer R. Kelly was convicted of racketeering and sex trafficking crimes which should condemn him to spending the rest of his life…
In just three days Ventura sets sail for the first time on over 18 months. A celebratory moment for all P&O Cruises colleagues, we know…
When asking ourselves, ‘What sparks joy?’” The last thing that comes to mind is document and data collection on our computer. Yet, organizing your data…
The countdown has begun! As Ventura prepares to return to service and once again create unforgettable holiday happiness for our guests, we’ve been catching up…
Today we announced the news that Sture Myrmell will take over from Simon Palethorpe as our new president for Carnival UK, effective Oct. 18, transitioning…
Pulse Survey Results: High-Level Findings Across Our Corporation In June, Carnival Corporation launched the first Pulse Survey to all shipboard and shoreside employees to assess…
Pulse Survey Results: High-Level Findings Across Our Corporation In June, Carnival Corporation launched the first Pulse Survey to all shipboard and shoreside employees to assess…
Today we’re publishing our 2021 Gender Pay Gap Report, which captures Carnival UK’s gender pay gap as of April 2020. What is the Gender Pay Gap?…
The results are in and our Q3 Culture Essentials Awards winners have been decided! Our awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials by…
While many of us may not be ready to put away our shorts and flip flops quite yet, we’re looking ahead to the winter and…
Talking therapies are also essential to supporting our mental wellbeing. Sometimes it can be helpful to talk through a situation or conflict with someone who…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans for returning to service including a large group of people in to our…
How many hours have you spent sifting through old files, only to find yourself wondering which of the 11 different document drafts is the final…
Similar to our shoreside Culture Essentials Awards, our fleet colleagues can show their appreciation and recognise colleagues who have shown exceptional examples of supporting our…
Keeping you up to date with where we are at so far in the Microsoft Office 365 deployment for ship and shore… What’s been happening…
From 17 September the majority of shoreside colleagues (excluding Mumbai, QM2 Refit Team, Cognos Users, and Mac Users) will have had the Microsoft Office 365…
Whilst we understand that hosting and participating in a Zoom meeting is not supported by all parts of the Corporation, Carnival UK’s IT Department has…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans for returning to service and achieve our business goals. Here are our latest…
Our sister brand Carnival Cruise Line based recently paused Carnival Glory’s return to service to deploy her to New Orleans to help support recovery efforts…
Through our Culture Essentials, we’re all committed to working together to make a positive impact to our culture; operating with integrity, trust and respect for…
Today Carnival House reopened to 550 colleagues across all departments. To continue testing our future ways of working, as well as our shared working spaces…
The full report, which is available online at www.CarnivalSustainability.com, talks about building on the achievement of our 2020 sustainability goals, and our new 2030 goals and…
Ganesh Chaturthi, also called Vinayaka Chavithi, is a Hindu festival which is celebrated for 5-10 days every year, marking the birthday of the beloved elephant-headed…
Arnold Donald, President and CEO of Carnival Corporation & plc, has released his latest episode of Soundwaves as a video podcast. Within ‘Episode 12: Restarting…
To keep everyone on board fit and well, we’ve enhanced our boarding procedures working with our partners in the ports, including our new partner Prenetics;…
Through our Culture Essentials, we’re all committed to working together to make a positive impact to our culture; operating with integrity, trust and respect for…
Keeping you up to date with where we are at so far in the Microsoft Office 365 deployment for ship and shore… What’s been happening…
At 08:30 this morning P&O Cruises new UK “Ultimate Escape” holidays went on sale. For all Carnival UK colleagues this is a moment to be…
As part of our preparations for a return to Carnival House, Karine has been busy making sure our area is ready and desks are fully…
Thanks to everyone who nominated in our Q3 Culture Essentials Awards. Your Employee Experience Groups (EEGs) are now busy going through all your fantastic nominations,…
It’s that time of year; oversized uniforms, brand new stationary set and exciting plans for the school term ahead. As children go back to school,…
Corporate Vision Our Purpose Our Culture Essentials Our Code of Conduct Corporate Vision As the global leader in the cruise industry, we will lead the way in…
Following the recent lift in restrictions, Arnold Donald, President & CEO, Carnival Corporation, took the opportunity to join us in Southampton to see our successful…
For anyone who’s travelled on board, you’ll know that Shore Experiences are a fantastic way to explore the destinations we visit. When we started to…
This week is Know Your Numbers! Week, a week hosted by Blood Pressure UK to help raise awareness of high blood pressure and encourage all…
Recently we rolled out our new recognition programme across the fleet, which celebrates and rewards our colleagues who live and breathe our Culture Essentials, as…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans for returning to service and achieve our business goals. Here are our latest…
Phishing attempts have one thing in common – they prey on our natural human tendency to trust people and companies. Well-designed attacks can lead people…
How often do you save an email, print an extra copy, or file away documents for a later date that never comes? When added up…
Compass Group, our catering providers parent company, have developed a new app that allows us to pre-order and collect food and drink at Carnival House.…
Through our Culture Essentials, we’re all committed to working together to make a positive impact to our culture; operating with integrity, trust and respect for…
Princess Cruises’ Sky Princess has set sail with guests onboard for the first time over 17 months. The MedallionClass ship departed from the Port of…
Phishing attempts have one thing in common – they prey on our natural human tendency to trust people and companies. Well-designed attacks can lead people…
How often do you save an email, print an extra copy, or file away documents for a later date that never comes? When added up…
Princess Cruises has announced updated restart timing for Island Princess and Diamond Princess. Island Princess will now return to service with a series of cruises…
We frequently talk about our commitment to health, safety, environmental protection, compliance, and building a company culture of diversity and inclusion. That’s why, to reinforce…
As we continue to focus on our development throughout the year, we’re bringing you another example of how one of our colleagues focuses on theirs.…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans for returning to service and achieve our business goals. Here’s our latest crop…
You may be wondering what’s happening with our journey to bring you Microsoft Office 365 (O365), so we thought we’d give you update… Our project…
Holland America Line’s Rotterdam Arrives Holland America Line took delivery of Rotterdam on 30 July 2021, officially making it the 11th ship in the fleet.…
Princess Cruises’ 2023 Alaska cruises and cruisetours programme will go on sale August 18, the line announced today. The programme includes the popular ‘Voyage of…
The global pandemic has presented us all with so many challenges, both from a personal and business point of view. However, with challenge comes opportunity,…
“Seek help”. “Don’t deal with things alone”. These can be easy words to hear and think “yes I should probably do that”. But actually doing…
A crucial piece of equipment on any cruise ship is a life jacket and just like other equipment, they need to be maintained in good…
Today is the day! Iona finally sets sail on her maiden voyage creating unforgettable holiday happiness for the very first time. And what a voyage…
This week saw Iona go through her much anticipated shakedown test cruise ahead of the maiden voyage on Saturday 7 August. We hosted over 3,000…
Tomorrow Iona sets sail on her maiden cruise. Ahead of this momentous occasion, we’ve been catching up with a few of our colleagues on board…
Earlier this year we all took part in a Culture Essentials in Practice session, which gave us the opportunity to learn more about our Culture…
As we return to creating unforgettable holiday happiness for our Guests, it’s more important than ever to check with ourselves and think about how we…
The countdown is on! As Iona prepares to set sail on her maiden cruise, we’ve been catching up with a few of our colleagues on…
As Iona’s maiden voyage sets sail on 7 August, we thought we’d share seven facts about P&O Cruises newest ship. And as she sails by…
It’s easy to neglect our eyes because they often don’t hurt when there’s a problem. However, if we spend more than one hour a day…
In just three days Iona sets sail on her maiden voyage, creating unforgettable holiday happiness for the very first time. We know that many of…
The countdown is on! As Iona prepares to set sail on her maiden cruise, we’ve been catching up with a few of our colleagues on…
Today (3 August), for the first time in 16 months, Regal Princess successfully completed her first sailing with Guests onboard. Departing for a three night…
Following the successful delivery of Rotterdam on Friday 30 July 2021, the vessel left Marghera today (Monday 2 August 2021). She will be undergoing owner…
Know a team or an individual who has demonstrated an outstanding example of bringing our Culture Essentials to life? Show them some appreciation and nominate…
In celebration of International Day of Friendship today, we’ve been encouraging all our colleagues to boost their wellbeing, celebrate their friendships and tell us all…
What are you in to? I’ve always been a good eater. Way back from when I was a child and my mom would put some…
The countdown is on! As Iona prepares to set sail on her maiden cruise, we’ve been catching up with a few of our colleagues on…
While many of our ships continue to prepare to return to service, Iona’s one of a handful of Carnival Corporation ships that is entering into…
It’s the little things that can make a big difference so, whilst shore leave isn’t currently possible, the Wellbeing team, with help from colleagues across…
We’re delighted to introduce our new Tech Bar to support all of your technology needs. If you’ve ever walked past an Apple store, you’ll recognise what…
The majority of us have been working remotely for over a year so it’s no surprise that the thought of working from Carnival House fills…
First of all thank you to everyone who participated in the latest team challenge, named Chasing Smeralda and the first of our series of challenges…
What brings people together more than food? We all have to eat to survive but why not indulge ourselves every now and again with a…
We’re continuing to recruit more talent to help us deliver our plans for returning to service and achieve our business goals. Here’s our latest crop…
When we reopen the doors to Carnival House next week we’ll also reopen the Atrium Café with the help of our new catering provider, Eurest. Following…
Every year we have our cycle of Performance conversations, each one designed to support your career aspirations and personal development. As we approach the end…
The majority of us have been working remotely for a while now so it’s no surprise that the thought of working from Carnival House fills…
Remember when checking in online was the first moment you could kick off your shoes and relax, knowing that you were on your way to…
With International Day of Friendship coming up on 30 July, we’re celebrating all things friendship and encouraging all our colleagues to join in for the…
We’re just one week from entering Phase Three of our hybrid working roadmap which will see Carnival House open with capacity constraints from 26 July.…
On 27 June we began creating unforgettable holiday happiness once more as Britannia set sail with Guests on board for the first time in 15…
As our return to service activities continue we’ve recruited more talent to help us deliver our plans and achieve our business goals. Over the past…
The results are in and our Q2 Culture Essentials Awards winners have been decided! Our awards celebrate and recognise colleagues who support our Culture Essentials…
With International Day of Friendship coming up on 30 July, we’re celebrating all things friendship and encouraging all our colleagues to join in for the…
As we continue to focus on our development throughout the year we’re bringing you another example of how one of our colleagues focuses on theirs.…
Thanks to everyone who took time out to enter – you all have some serious skills! But there can be only one winner, and that’s……
This month, ahead of International Day of Friendship on 30 July, we’re focusing on the importance of friendships and the positive impact they have on…
The first in a series of challenges, aptly named ‘Come Cruising with CCS’, is all about Chasing Smeralda. The ship is currently operating a 7…
There’s been lots of milestone moments as we prepared to return to service, but we wanted to share photos of two that were particularly momentous…
As summer draws to a close and the autumn months loom ahead, it’s time to turn our attention to the next of our mini challenges…
When it comes to wellbeing, the connections we make and the friendships we forge have a huge impact – good friendships are shown to boost…
So, how are you really? Hello, how are you today? We ask or are asked this question multiple times a day, and often the response…
Our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics (Code) is an important foundation which guides us in operating with the highest standards of service and integrity.…
One million steps. Three months. One life changing challenge. Did you know that someone is diagnosed with diabetes every two minutes? Four million people are…
Things have been incredibly pacy and complex in our business in the last year. One of the things that we don’t always do as well…
Here are the all important teams for our next series of challenges, aptly named, Come Cruising with CCS, names in bold are the team captains:…
On Sunday evening Britannia will set sail from Southampton with 1,000 Guests and 1,300 colleagues on board. She’s the first Carnival UK ship to return…
We’re pleased to announce that Britannia’s operational test cruise was a resounding success and she passed her return to service audit with flying colours. To…
The moment we’ve been waiting for is almost here! Britannia sets sail this Sunday 27 June, marking our return to service and once again creating…
Our Culture Essentials in Practice sessions are designed as an opportunity to have open, honest and courageous conversations about how you work together at your…
This is our first pulse survey and is a much shorter version of the employee engagement survey that you may have completed in December 2020.…
Who are we? As many of you will have heard during the April town hall sessions, the Corporate Shipbuilding Services Team is made up of…
We’ve started our Microsoft 365 implementation. Given the shift to remote working, Microsoft 365 will form the foundation of our new way of working enabling our people…
With just four days to go until Britannia sets sail, we’ve been catching up with a few of our colleagues on board to hear their…
As Britannia prepares to set sail this Sunday, our return to service is now just days away! With this exciting moment fast approaching, we’ve been…
As we get closer to returning to service, we’re now welcoming many more of our fleet colleagues back on board. However, following changes to the…
First of all thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a colleague, we had a total of 29 nominations with some individuals…
This week it’s Diabetes Week and to help raise awareness of the condition we’re joining in with Diabetes UK #DiabetesStories campaign and sharing real stories…
As was shared at the recent town hall by JC, ABG’s Corporate Marine Technology team are running a series of virtual technical days covering a…
As we look to return to service we need to be mindful of data usage on company mobiles and the associated costs. There are two…
**Useful documents** Corporate Shipbuilding Hybrid Ways of Working Guide Hybrid Working Guide for Employees Effective Meetings Guide We recently shared our guide to hybrid ways…
This week it’s Diabetes Week and to help raise awareness of the condition we’re joining in with Diabetes UK #DiabetesStories campaign and sharing real stories…
This week (14 – 20 June) we’re recognising Diabetes Week and helping to raise awareness of diabetes, its causes and its symptoms. Diabetes is a…
Princess Cruises has announced two of its Seacations this summer will be themed. The ‘Mind, Body and Soul’ and ‘Culinary Stars’ themed cruises will be…
As we continue to focus on our development throughout the year, we’re bringing you another example of how one of our colleagues focuses on theirs.…
With our return to service just a few weeks away, we’re continuing to recruit talent to help us deliver our plans and achieve our business…
We’re excited to introduce brand new online pocket planners for our Guests, when they’re on board, with P&O Cruises My Holiday, and Cunard’s My Voyage!…
As some of our ships head back into service, we’re looking to create a series of mini challenges, collectively named ‘Come Cruising with CCS’, between…
If we think back to before Covid-19, when we worked at Carnival House, the way we worked was very different. We would book a meeting…
‘World Oceans Day’ is a way to celebrate our world’s shared ocean and our personal connection to the sea, as well as to raise awareness…
Once we return to service and are fully operational again, our future (ever expanding) list of cross functional programmes and projects need to be completed…
To kick off our Q3 nominations window, we’ve given our Values Awards a refresh, renaming and aligning them with our Culture Essentials. Our new Culture…
With return to service now in sight, our ship’s company on Britannia have been listening and learning about our Culture Essentials. Captain Martin Allen delivered…
With only a few weeks until we return to service and get back to doing what we do best, creating unforgettable holiday happiness for our…
On 27 June Britannia sets sail with Guests on board; the first Carnival UK ship to return to service. To mark this moment, we’re creating…
Any member of Jutta’s team, the Flat Tyre Pirates, will vouch for her competitive spirit and motivating approach to her captaincy. In Jutta’s own words ‘I…
In the main, most participants clocked up their KMs for the Tour by walking, running or cycling but Tuur managed to get in 25KM on…
Congratulations to Alan who as part of his commitment to his team (Shipbuilding Shufflers) and his own wellbeing, took on the challenge of the ‘Couch…
With only five weeks left until we return to service we’re looking forward to welcoming Guests back on board once more and to offer them…
We know from our most recent engagement survey results that many of you want more opportunities for development, which is great to hear. As part…
With more women (and men) seeking less medical support during the pandemic, it’s never been more important for us to help build awareness of health…
Well it’s certainly been a long time coming but finally Iona arrived in her home port of Southampton on the morning of Sunday 16 May…
Since we got the exciting news that we’ll start sailing again this summer, there’s been a palpable shift in feeling across the business. Months of…
To mark Earth Day which began in 1970 to diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide, Aurora held a competition for their ship’s company…
Well, we have all waited a year for Iona’s arrival into her home port and her naming ceremony – but at 9.30pm last night the…
While Carnival House isn’t able to reopen for more general use just yet, we are pleased to confirm that collaboration spaces are open from today.…
With Iona’s naming ceremony taking place today, marking a very special occasion for P&O Cruises, our very own Matt Waugh, Senior Engineer, Carnival Corporate Shipbuilding,…
As we continue to focus on our development throughout the year, we’re bringing you another example of how one of our colleagues focuses on theirs.…
We’re delighted to share that Rotterdam’s recent sea trials were a great success and a real example of teamwork across not just Corporate Shipbuilding but…
With only seven weeks to go until our first ship, Britannia, welcomes Guests back on board as part of our Return to Service programme, we…
With more women seeking less medical support during the pandemic, it’s never been more important for us to help build awareness of women’s health issues…
We’re continuing to recruiting talent to help us deliver our Return to Service (RTS) plan and achieve our business goals. To enable new joiners to…
During our pause in operations, we had the opportunity to step back and think about how we can create an ideal organisational culture in our…
In order to show support to one of Aurora’s ship’s company, Arnie, whose daughter, Astrid who was born prematurely, a group of colleagues on board…
Not only do we have a passion for delivering unforgettable holiday happiness at Carnival UK but we also do for acronyms as well – that’s…
Princess Cruises’ MedallionClass ship, Sky Princess, will feature in the first two episodes of the new series of Channel 5’s BAFTA-winning show, ‘Cruising with Jane…
We’re excited to announce the rest of the line-up for our special livestreamed naming ceremony for Iona… Gary Barlow Gary Barlow will treat us to…
The health needs of women change throughout a lifetime and present both challenges and opportunities. Even though there are fewer women on our ships right…
While we work towards our return to service it’s important we continue to recognise the hard work and service of our people on board. Here…
We work with a number of Global Talent Partners (previously referred to as ‘manning agents’) across the globe who help us to source and recruit…
Our Mid-year Conversation window is now open from today until 28 May. All Carnival UK shoreside colleagues must have a mid-year conversation with their line…
This month P&O Cruises Brand & Product Development team have been taking on the challenge of Trek the Deck to help raise awareness and money…
As we continue to focus on our development throughout the year we thought we’d bring you another example of how one of our colleagues focuses…
Dame Irene Hays DBE DL, owner and chair of Hays Travel Group, is to name P&O Cruises new ship Iona in a landmark ceremony in…
In just 100 days, Princess Cruises’ ‘Summer Seacations’ will begin. On July 31, Regal Princess will become the first ship in the fleet to return…
While our ships have been in layup, the experience on board has been a little different to usual. We caught up with Gordon Marshall, Hotel General…
While our ships have been in layup, the experience on board has been a little different to usual. We caught up with John White, Human Resources…
As we continue our return to service (RTS) cruising countdown, we’re recruiting talent to help us deliver our RTS plan and achieve our business goals.…
Just under two years ago we announced Oasis Southampton City Farm as our Carnival UK charity partner, and pledged to raise £25,000 for the Southampton…
Today Commodore Wells will be embarking on a new adventure as he disembarks Queen Mary 2 as Master for the final time after 29 years…
The results are in and our Q1 Values Awards winners have been decided! Nominations were made for individuals supporting our new Culture Essentials – we’re…
There were plenty of busy bunnies onboard some of our ships this Easter with all sorts of egg-citing activities taking place. Check out some of…
This April we’re joining the Stress Management Society (SMS) to raise awareness about both the causes and cures for stress. One cause we’re exploring is…
When we use our skills and strengths at work, our happiness and productivity soars. That’s what research from Harvard Business Review says about job crafting…
The World Travel & Tourism Council, Carnival Corporation, U.S. Travel Association and Hilton invite you to join a live webcast of the 2021 Global Scientific…
Claudia Carrozzi, Cunard’s Fleet Beverage Development Specialist (and mixologist extraordinaire), has been appointed as the new President of the UK Bartenders Guild (UKBG). Claudia has…
For colleagues currently living and working on our ships, their on board experience is very different to the one they would usually have when we’re…
Stress Awareness month has been recognised by the Stress Management Society (SMS) every April since 1992 to increase public awareness about both the causes and…
We’re pleased to share that the build of the first ship in China, under construction for our joint venture with China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC),…
Our story starts on 22 May 1978 when Mike Blackwell started working at Cunard Line. Mike has dedicated his career to the Company, and has…
Last week Princess Cruises opened bookings for its series of short breaks and week-long cruises aboard MedallionClass ships, Regal Princess and Sky Princess. Like sister…
While being able to return to service is hugely exciting and positive news for us, we understand that heightened workload, navigating change and working against…
Listen to yourself. We caught up with Rachel Wallis, Crew Services Manager who’s been finding ways to keep busy on board Queen Mary 2 during lockdown.…
With the hull of the Seabourn Venture (MAR 172) now complete and a significant project milestone achieved, she is now beginning her journey to Mariotti’s…
Who knew that Gemma, our Finance guru (who has recently moved to Carnival UK) who is better known for her skills and expertise with numbers…
Last week marked a year since we had to make the difficult decision to stop cruising. Next week marks a year since the closure of…
As employees of Carnival UK we’re all brand ambassadors for Carnival UK, P&O Cruises and Cunard, and it’s important to be mindful of what we…
When it comes to developing ourselves, we tend to focus on practical tasks (IQ) that will move us ahead. Attend that meeting. Do that project.…
With a firm plan to get our ships back in service and UK vaccinations moving along at pace, like many other companies, we’re actively considering…
Life is precious. We caught up with Dave Francis, SECO who’s been finding ways to keep busy on board Queen Mary 2 during lockdown. ————————————————————————————————————————–…
Over the last 12 months our reliance on digital communication has transformed our personal and professional lives. With nearly a year’s worth of remote working…
Today (Monday 15 March) marks the start of the sixth and final stage of the Tour de Corporate Shipbuilding, and for many of the participants,…
This week the Government acknowledged UK domestic cruise holidays can begin from 17 May, in line with the roadmap out of lockdown for England’s hospitality…
We want to understand what we can do to make your experience on board the best experience it can be. We’re particularly interested to understand…
Throughout this pandemic there have been so many acts of kindness and people going out of their way to help others and our colleagues are…
As we begin preparations for our return to service (RTS), we’re recruiting talent to help us deliver our RTS plan and achieve our business goals.…
Even during a global pandemic, there are some things that just can’t be paused and that’s the steady flow of new life into the world.…
It’s important to keep up focus on our development throughout the year so that we can take full advantage of any opportunities that come up.…
We’ve all heard of the 10,000 steps a day target; we know the benefits of achieving it both for our physical and mental wellbeing, but…
While we’re in lockdown it’s important that we continue to focus on our wellbeing and make time to socialise and have fun however we can.…
We’re all using screens more than ever before and for some of us we’ve noticed how new ways of working have taken a toll on…
Next week many children will return to school which will be another big change for them (and parents) to navigate. To help support your child…
Great news – you can now officially submit your request to buy up to five days of extra leave or sell up to two days.…
A couple of weeks ago, we hosted our regular Questions and Answers session in the People team and, as always, my team and I did…
This month 15 of our colleague’s ship and shore are taking part in The Prince’s Trust Future Steps Challenge. We caught up with some of…
Throughout our operational pause we’ve been exploring ways to enhance the entertainment offering for ships’ company, something we know has a big impact on wellbeing.…
To ensure that all the questions answered by Chris and the SSO Senior Leadership Team are available to all, we have put together a Q&A…
As I’m sure you’re well aware, yesterday evening the UK Government announced its ‘cautious’ plan to lift England’s lockdown over four key stages. While cruising…
This month we’re sharing wellbeing stories from people across the business to help inspire you and give you a few ideas of how to prioritise…
You may have seen our email a few weeks ago about a new chance we’re introducing to keep us all connected and give us an…
Many of us are sitting more than ever before, so it’s important we stretch and build movement into everyday routines. While the short video below…
Across Carnival UK and in Carnival House, there are colleagues who support Holland America Group, in particular Princess Cruises, with their worldwide operations. In recognition…
Last week it was of course Valentine’s Day and as ever we made the most of things – our ship’s company helping to spread good…
Due to the amount of uncertainty and additional holiday carried over by many of us last year, we let you know in November that we’d…
Due to the amount of uncertainty and additional holiday carried over by many last year we let you know in November that we would be…
Just like exercise and eating our five a day, feedback is something we know is good for us – and also something we often like…
Why the small things matter. This month we’re sharing wellbeing stories from people across the business to help inspire and give you a few ideas…
While Valentine’s Day comes once a year, keeping your heart healthy is something you can do for yourself every day. What’s your heart age? If…
As we’re in the midst of our enabling conversation window, it’s important to remember that we should keep up focus on our development throughout the…
The secret to wellbeing is kindness. This month we’re sharing wellbeing stories of people from across the business. We hope these will help to inspire…
The Carnival UK Brexit Working Group is multi-functional across both P&O Cruises and Cunard brands. The group is collaborating to ensure we are all fully…
Wellbeing stories come in all shapes and sizes. This month we’re giving you a helping hand by sharing wellbeing stories of people across the business…
[polldaddy poll=10739873 align=”right”]How we behave is as important as what we do – our Culture Essentials set the expectation around behaviours at Carnival UK. The…
Our 2021 Environmental Compliance Plan (ECP) video, starring Arnold Donald has been released across the corporation. Hopefully much of what you’ll see resonates with we…
It’s safe to say we can all be guilty of letting focus on our wellbeing slip from time to time. This month we’re giving you…
Let’s start talking about Mental Health this Time to Talk day. Time to Talk Day happens every year on 4 February and was created to…
With the month of New Year’s resolutions slipping away, it’s safe to say we can all be guilty of letting focus on our wellbeing slip.…
During February we want you to focus on your own wellbeing, as well as supporting your colleagues. We recognise that things are tough right now…
This month we were able to raise an amazing £10,819.36 to be donated to our Carnival UK Charity Partner, Southampton City Farm. The funds were…
Today all colleagues at Carnival UK received an email from Arnold Donald announcing the launch of our refreshed Code of Business Conduct and Ethics (the…
At the end of last year you had conversations with your manager to reflect on your extraordinary achievements during what was a very challenging time…
A few months into operational pause we were notified by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) that sea-time for our Deck Cadets on our ships…
As the headline suggests, we have a winner of stage 4 of the Tour de Corporate Shipbuilding, with one team reaching Baku on Saturday evening!…
About 18 months ago I was approached by a school teacher who asked if Carnival UK had any laptops we were disposing of that they…
More than ever before we need that extra motivation to keep us moving – winter nights are cold and dark, many of us are working…
The festive season is over, we’re currently in a UK lockdown, summer holidays seem like a world away and it’s all a bit uncertain about…
As our development conversation window is underway we wanted to share with you one of our colleague’s success stories about their own journey. Ashleigh Williams…