Passengers on a P&O Cruises holiday are in for a legendary treat, as dance music icon Pete Tong is set to perform a special DJ set aboard the Arvia cruise ship later this year.
A Legendary Performance in a Legendary Location
The renowned BBC Radio 1 broadcaster will host a unique 90-minute musical experience in the ship's SkyDome. This exclusive event is scheduled for Saturday 19 September 2026, while the Arvia is docked at the Botafoc Pier in Ibiza. This visit will mark the cruise liner's inaugural call to the iconic White Isle.
Tong, whose arena-filling sets have defined dance music for decades, expressed his excitement about the upcoming performance. He described Ibiza as his "spiritual home," where the culture of dance music truly came alive.
"To bring that energy aboard the Arvia cruise and connect with people in such a unique setting feels really special," Tong said. "It's going to be one of those nights where everything – the place, the people, the music – just clicks."
Details of the Western Mediterranean Itinerary
The performance is a highlight of a 14-night western Mediterranean cruise departing from Southampton on 13 September 2026. The voyage will call at several stunning destinations:
- La Coruña
- Malaga
- Alicante
- Ibiza
- Marseille
- Barcelona
- Cadiz
Fares for this music-infused holiday currently start from £1,129 per person. This price is based on two guests sharing an inside cabin.
Special Offers and Industry Excitement
P&O Cruises is currently promoting an attractive booking incentive. Guests who secure their voyage by 3 March 2026 on selected sailings can receive up to £400 in onboard spending money. Furthermore, additional guests can join the cruise from just £49 per person.
Paul Ludlow, President of Carnival UK and P&O Cruises, hailed the collaboration. "Pete Tong is a true trailblazer whose influence on dance music is simply unmatched," he stated.
"Welcoming him on board Arvia whilst docked in Ibiza will be an extraordinary moment for us and perfectly reflects the ambition of our entertainment programme. We're committed to bringing guests world-class talent and unforgettable experiences that cannot be found anywhere else."
This event underscores P&O Cruises' strategy of offering innovative, high-quality entertainment at sea, promising holidaymakers a truly unique fusion of travel and iconic musical performance.
