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P&O CRUISES IONA REVIEW | March 2025 | 5 night Belgium and Netherlands Cruise

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🧍 Best for SoloNorthern_europe · Spring · 5 nightsFrom SouthamptonVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I was a solo passenger. I was staying in a sea view cabin on deck 4.

I would 100% sail with PNO again. I have a PNO cruise booked, not for a little while.

I was disappointed with my breakfast in the Keys. There was little bits and pieces that did disappoint me.

I had some impeccable service from the majority of the staff on board that I encountered were really friendly, engaged.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book the Olive Grove dining as soon as you connect to Wi-Fi to avoid disappointment.
If you want your cabin made up, put the magnet outside before you leave.
Use the stairs or the lifts at either end of the ship to avoid crowds.
For breakfast in the Keys, avoid the chocolate sauce and choose another option.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Lifts being busyUse the stairs or lifts at either end of the ship to avoid crowds.
Cabin noiseIf you are a light sleeper, choose a different cabin location.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWould I recommend P&O's cruises?
QWould I recommend Iona?
QWhat was the overall experience on a 5-night Belgium and Netherlands cruise?

Topics Covered

Service Crew3½ Happy BaconLoyalty ProgramMehExcursions3 Happy BaconCabin Interior3 Happy BaconDining Specialty4 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows2 Happy BaconPool Deck3½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity1½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Rotterdam3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Introduction to Amsterdam including a canal boat ride
Zeebrugge2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Welcome to my P&O Iona March 2025 review. In this video, I review everything from my 5 night cruise on P&O's Iona. We discuss: - embarkation - my cabin - food - drink - entertainment - excursions - service - tech I sailed on Iona for a 5 night Belgium and the Netherlands sailing between 13th and 18th March 2025. Iona sails year round from Southampton including to Northern Europe, the Norwegian Fjords, Canaries and Spain & Portugal. Ports visited: Rotterdam, Netherlands (overnight) Zeebrugge, Belgium Follow What_emily_does on Youtube and Instagram Bruges Vlog https://youtu.be/kfU32RxhnFU?si=f52ASMlbHTuO1ojX Don't forget to subscribe! https://youtube.com/@whatemilydoes?si=dGGOxKlrg9TDrUV9 We have previously sailed on Iona on a 7 night cruise to the Norwegian Fjords.- check out the series here https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmKc_z1koSxsrQnqDMhSFWXXAk8elisKM&si=ACfO0HDWGYnU9HJY