P&O Cruises has announced that it is extending its partnership with Barbados chefs to bring a second season of its “A Taste of Barbados” culinary experience this winter.

Culinary masters Sophie Michell, Adrian Cumberbatch and Damian Leach will be onboard the Arvia and Britannia to offer guests an authentic taste of the island throughout the Caribbean fly-cruise season from October 2026 to March 2027.

Carnival UK & P&O Cruises President Paul Ludlow said: “We are delighted to be building on the success of A Taste of Barbados by bringing this unique culinary partnership back for a second season.”

“Our guests consistently tell us how much they value authentic, destination-led experiences, and this collaboration allows them to enjoy the incredible flavors, stories and hospitality of Barbados throughout their holiday,” added Ludlow.

Following its debut, A Taste of Barbados returns with a program including foodie experiences, authentic local dishes and signature Caribbean cocktails crafted by Barbadian mixologist Shane McClean, the company said in a press release.

In addition, all four of P&O Cruises’ Taste of Barbados ambassadors appear regularly onboard.

Guests will also be able to savor prepared dishes during live cookery demonstrations as the chefs share stories about life in Barbados and the inspiration behind the island’s culinary heritage.

Sophie Michell, an acclaimed Michelin-trained chef who lives in Barbados, will also return to host interactive cooking demonstrations on Britannia, the company added.

Reservations for the hosted dinners can be made once onboard. Guests can also enjoy a selection of specially created dishes in the Horizon Restaurant buffet.

Example itineraries include the following:

Eastern Caribbean Islands 14-night fly-cruise

• A 14-night cruise on Arvia (K626) from £1,449 per person based on two sharing an inside cabin
• Departing November 20, 2026, the price includes return flights from selected UK airports, children’s clubs, full board meals and entertainment
• Ports include Barbados, Martinique, St Kitts, Tortola, St Maarten, Antigua, St Lucia and Grenada

Caribbean Islands 14-night fly-cruise

• A 14-night cruise on Britannia (B701A) from £1,999 per person based on two sharing an inside cabin
• Departing January 9, 2027, the price includes return flights from selected UK airports, children’s clubs, full board meals and entertainment
• Ports include Barbados, St Maarten, Antigua, St Kitts, St Lucia, St Vincent, Grenada, Aruba and Curacao.