P&O Pacific Encounter Stateroom 12238 tour @julescruisecompanion

Hey everyone, it’s Julie from Jules Cruise Companion! It’s the last day of my cruise aboard the P&O Pacific Encounter, and I thought, what better way to wrap it up than by giving you a tour of my cabin—Stateroom 12238, a cozy balcony cabin that’s been home for the past seven days. Let’s dive in! As you step in, you’re greeted by the usual essentials—an emergency evacuation notice and the handy door signs for privacy or requesting room cleaning. These little details really make the stay hassle-free. Right here is the closet area. It’s stocked with swim towels, your life jackets—crucial for emergencies, though hopefully, you’ll never need them—and plenty of cupboard space. Inside, there’s also a safe for your valuables. This cruise was a Melbourne Cup Cruise, so we even brought along some fold-able wheely Walkers for extra seating at the event. Now, I’m a packing-cube kind of person—I don’t really unpack. My cruise buddy, though, loves to spread out. It’s always fun seeing how different people approach their cabin space, isn’t it? Next up, the bathroom. It’s got this little step-up—it’s because of the plumbing setup. Inside, there’s a flush toilet, and a friendly reminder: only toilet paper and what nature provides should go in there! The shower is compact but efficient, with three water modes on the adjustable head. There’s even a little clothesline and complimentary toiletries if you need them. Now let’s move into the main cabin. You can control the temperature with this thermostat—simple up and down buttons. I always bring magnets for convenience, like keeping my cruise card handy. We opted for twin beds, and while neither of us actually sleeps in them—because we prefer using our own light covers—it’s comfy. Each bed has a USB port and light switch, making nighttime routines a breeze. Over here is a small writing desk with a phone and Australian power outlets. Perfect for charging up. There’s even a chair or small lounge chair tucked in. The fridge has been our go-to for storing sandwiches from the pantry, soft drinks, and leftover wine bottles we’ve bought along the way. We also ask for ice daily—it’s great for cooling down your drinks. And the highlight—our balcony! It’s been our private retreat, especially with the views as we sailed down to Melbourne. We’ve made the most of it, enjoying snacks and drinks out here at least twice a day. So, that’s a wrap on Stateroom 12238! Sure, it’s a bit messy now after a full week, but it’s our version of comfort. I hope you enjoyed this little tour. If you did, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell me in the comments what videos you’d love to see next. This is Julie from Jules Cruise Companion, wishing you safe travels and happy adventures—with a little help from my towel monkey friend. [Waves to the camera] Bye! The Pacific Encounter is a cruise ship operated by P&O Cruises Australia, a subsidiary of Carnival Corporation & plc. Originally delivered in 2002 as the Star Princess to Princess Cruises by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, she was the third Grand-class ship in Princess' fleet. In 2018, Carnival Corporation announced her transfer to P&O Cruises Australia to support expansion plans in Oceania. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this transfer was expedited, and the ship joined P&O's fleet in 2020, one year earlier than planned. After renovations and a renaming to Pacific Encounter, she debuted in August 2022 as part of P&O's resumption of operations. In June 2024, Carnival Corporation announced that P&O Cruises Australia would be integrated into its sister line, Carnival Cruise Line, by March 2025. Consequently, the Pacific Encounter is expected to join the Carnival fleet as Carnival Encounter, alongside her sister ship, Pacific Adventure. Specifications: Year Built: 2002 Last Refurbished: 2021 Gross Tonnage: 108,865 Length: 290 meters (951 feet) Beam (Width): 36 meters (118 feet) Decks: 17 Passenger Capacity: 2,600 guests (lower berths) Crew: Approximately 1,150 Cruising Speed: 20 knots Registry: Bermuda Accommodations: The ship offers a variety of staterooms to suit different preferences: Inside Cabins: 372 Outside Cabins: 928 Suites and Mini-Suites: Various categories, including Grand Suites, Balcony Suites, and Mini-Suites, each offering additional space and amenities. Like, Share & Subscribe for the latest videos My book HANDY CRUISE COMPANION, Cruise with Confidence is available on Amazon http://bit.ly/HandyCruiseCompanioneBook Check out my website http://www.julescruisecompanion.com.au/ Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/julie.burgess.5011 Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/julescruisecompanion/?hl=en Copyright JCC