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The BEST and WORST Things About P&O Iona Review!

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What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsFull Ship Review🥉Knowledgeable Creator
❤️ Best for CoupleOther · 14 nightsFrom SouthamptonVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

our embarkation really, to be honest with you, was quite slow. Um it took from sort of pulling into sort of the car park to actually getting into the cabin about 2 hours

I personally thought the food on a P&O Iona was the worst of any cruise I've been on. Um the portion size was all right.

The ship, the staff, everything sort of that way is excellent, but the food and now I know that they repeat the entertainment, that's kind of put me off.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Set an alarm for 10:13 PM to book 710 Club tickets on the app as soon as they release at 10:15 PM.
Avoid pre-mixed cocktails as they may be weak.
If you want a front-facing balcony, consider a ship where the balcony is at the very front for better views.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Embarkation lengthBe prepared for a long process if you are doing the meet and greet car parking style.
Cabin noiseFront-facing balconies can be prone to whistling and noise from furniture moving above.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the P&O Iona worth the money?
QHow is the food on P&O Iona?
QIs the embarkation process at Southampton efficient?
QAre the shows and entertainment good on P&O Iona?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing1 Sad BaconEntertainment Shows2 Sad BaconEmbarkation3½ Sad BaconDining Main4 Sad BaconDining Specialty2½ Happy BaconDining Buffet1½ Sad BaconDining Bars Drinks1 Happy BaconCabin Balcony1½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Southampton2½ Sad Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

P&O Iona Review: The Honest Truth (What We Liked & Disliked!) Thinking about booking a cruise on P&O Iona? Before you spend your hard-earned money, watch our completely honest, unfiltered P&O Iona review! In this video, we break down our recent 14-night cruise to the Canary Islands aboard P&O Cruises' flagship, sharing exactly what we loved, what we hated, and why this trip left us with mixed feelings. We cover everything from the chaotic cruise embarkation process at Southampton to our unique front-facing balcony cabin experience. Plus, we dive deep into the P&O Iona food quality (is it really the worst cruise food?), the hidden cruise tips for booking the elusive 710 Club, the echo issues inside the Sky Dome, and whether the P&O deluxe drinks package is actually worth the massive price tag. Whether you are a first-time cruiser looking for a cheap family holiday or a seasoned cruiser looking for the truth about P&O Cruises, this review will help you decide if P&O Iona is the right ship for you! Iona Cruise Tips! 💬 What do you think of P&O Iona? Do you agree with our food review, or do you love their menus? Let us know your thoughts and recommendations in the comments below! ⚓ KEY CRUISE RESOURCES & LINKS Watch Our Full Iona Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjBQAojajj1C_KOmjcdT4E3Fa-y74sDvH&si=P9_NW296AS2E472M (See real-time food reviews and port vlogs!) P&O Iona Balcony Cabin Review: https://youtu.be/23w8Qx0VFkk?si=nxxfxT5Wu9uavby (Full tour of our front-facing cabin!) Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TravelWithChuAndMark/ (Join our active cruise debates and community!) Follow Us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuandmark/ If you enjoyed this video, please give it a Thumbs Up, drop a comment, and SUBSCRIBE to Travel with Chu and Mark for more honest cruise reviews, Cruise Vlog and travel vlogs! 🔔 📌 TIMESTAMPS CHAPTERS P&O Iona Review Cruise Vlog 0:00 - P&O Iona Review & Recommendations 0:24 - P&O Iona Review Cruise Embarkation Process at Southampton 3:49 - P&O Iona Review Front Facing Balcony Cabin Tour 6:20 - P&O Iona Atrium Entertainment & 710 Club Booking Tip 8:04 - P&O Iona Sky Dome Pool & Shows Review 10:22 - P&O Iona Adults Only Beachcomber Bar 11:02 - P&O Iona The Clubhouse Bar Experience 12:49 - P&O Iona Theatre Shows & Entertainment Quality 16:06 - P&O Iona Food Review: Main Dining Room & Buffet 18:11 - P&O Iona Epicurean Restaurant & Specialty Dining Value 19:23 - P&O Iona The Quays Restaurants & Food Court 21:58 - P&O Iona Sun Deck, Swimming Pools & Hot Tubs 23:21 - P&O Cruises Crew & Customer Service Review 24:29 - P&O Iona Cruise Tips, Cost & Value For Money 26:11 - P&O Cruises Deluxe Drinks Package Worth It? 29:39 - Is P&O Iona Good For A First Time Cruise? *Travel With Chu and Mark brings you real cruise vlog and travel vlog with honest, personal reviews.* *You Tube Subscribe to Travel With Chu And Mark* Main Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ChuAndMark?sub_confirmation=1 2nd Channel https://www.youtube.com/@TravelWithChuAndMark?sub_confirmation=1 *Connect With Us!* https://www.instagram.com/chuandmark/ https://www.facebook.com/TravelWithChuAndMark/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chuandmark Looking for more Cruise Content Check out our Playlists TRAVEL WITH CHU AND MARK PLAYLISTS https://www.youtube.com/@ChuAndMark/playlists Thank You for Watching Chu And Mark TRAVEL WITH CHU AND MARK Travel Vlog & Cruise Vlog *https://www.ChuAndMark.co.uk* #poiona #pocruises #pando #cruisereview #poionareview