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The Norwegian Fjords on P&O Iona - Is This A Great 1st Cruise Experience?

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👁️ 42K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 31:19
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👫 Best for GroupNorthern_europe · Summer · 7 nightsFrom SouthamptonVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

So is this Cruise the right one to tempt those new to cruising into taking the plunge into the world of cruise holidays?

first time Cruiser and my own brother Matt with us on this trip

Iona's been a real pleasant surprise absolutely loved it it's been brilliant food's been amazing the entertainment's been solid

absolutely 100% yes it's been one of the best holidays that I've had ever

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book the Lowen Sky Lift in advance to avoid long queues
Use the Columbus phone app to buy bus tickets for excursions
Try the Asian Kitchen food on the first day for a good meal

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

First cruise experienceThis cruise is an ideal entry point for those new to cruising
First trip to NorwayThe Norwegian Fjords are a bucket list trip with beautiful views

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Norwegian Fjords cruise on P&O Iona a good first cruise experience?
QWhat are the highlights of sailing the Norwegian Fjords on Iona?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing3½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4½ Happy BaconCabin Interior4 Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks4 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows3 Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconPool Deck4 Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Alesund4 Happy Bacon
Haugesund3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Skudeneshavn
Olden4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Lowen Sky Lift
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YouTube Video Description

A cruise into the Norwegian Fjords is a bucket list trip for many. With P&O Iona also spending the entire summer season servicing these areas, it’s also a very affordable cruise and seen as an ideal entry point for those new to cruising. So is this cruise the right one to tempt those new to cruising into taking the plunge into the world of cruise holidays? Well we took 1st time Cruiser and Si’s brother Matt with us on this trip. So watch this video to see our experiences onboard Iona …We hope they’ll help you make up your own mind about whether to take a cruise to the Norwegian Fjords. #norwaycruise #pocruises #iona #fjords #firstcruise #1stcruise #cruisevlog #cruise #cruise Please subscribe to see more content like this - https://youtube.com/@CooksExplore?sub_confirmation=1