P&O Cruises’ Food Heroes join nine trips in 2016

Perfect for foodies, the Iberian coast cruise itinerary is also an unusual one; its first stop is La Rochelle in France – an area renowned for seafood, goats’ cheese, Ile de Re sea salt and the famous Charentes brandy.

The cruise also takes in Portugal’s capital, Lisbon, where visitors should try the custard tarts, Spain’s major fishing port Vigo and the more relaxed St Peter Port in Guernsey.

Food Heroes holidays include cooking demonstrations and masterclasses, plus hosted dinners, QA sessions and some hosted food or wine-related shore excursions.