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P&O Iona Ship Tour | Full Deck by Deck Tour After Refit

Solo Travel 1974
Solo Travel 1974
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👁️ 489 views📅 3 weeks ago⏱️ 16:26
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OtherFrom Southampton

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Iona is one of the largest cruise ships ever built for the British market and one of the most popular ships sailing from Southampton.

The retreat is Iona's premium adults only outdoor relaxation area, which is designed as a quiet sanctuary away from the busy main pool decks.

One really useful feature on Iona is that every cabin deck has its own lingerette with washing machines, dryers, and ironing boards.

The infinity pool and bar is one of Iona's signature infinity pools sitting right at the back of the ship with fantastic views out over the wake.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Use colored plates near lifts: blue for forward, gray for midship, red for aft.
Look at pictures on cabin walls: sunrise means forward, sunset means aft.
Visit the wraparound promenade deck for sea views and a quieter alternative to busy pool decks.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Finding quiet spacesVisit the retreat, Crow's Nest, or wraparound promenade deck for quieter areas.
Navigating the shipUse colored plates and wall pictures to orient yourself.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the key decks and facilities on P&O Iona?
QHow does the ship layout help with navigation?
QWhat updates were made during the 2025 refit?

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YouTube Video Description

In this full P&O Iona ship tour, I take you deck by deck around one of the largest cruise ships sailing from Southampton, showing you the pools, bars, restaurants, entertainment venues and outdoor spaces across the entire ship. P&O Cruises Iona is one of the most popular ships in the fleet, and this walkthrough will help you understand the layout of the ship before your cruise. This tour also includes updates following Iona’s October 2025 refit, including the new SeaScreen in the SkyDome, refreshed seating in venues like Crystal Bar, improvements to the Horizon buffet, and other updates across the ship. During the tour you’ll see: • SkyDome and the SeaScreen • Infinity pools and outdoor decks • The Retreat adults-only area • The Promenade Deck and infinity whirlpools • Headliners Theatre and entertainment venues • The atrium and shopping area • Restaurants including The Quays and Sindhu • The Oasis Spa and fitness centre • A balcony cabin tour If you’re planning a cruise on P&O Iona, this ship tour will help you get familiar with the layout before you sail. 🎥 Watch next: Dining on P&O Iona – Every Restaurant Explained https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40w_zdtYurnkEV5luuilip2ARDCEevSY If you want to check the latest drink prices before your cruise, you can view the full P&O Drinks Menu 2026 here: 👉 https://solotravel1974.com/po-drinks-package-2026/ I’ve cruised with P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, MSC and Marella, sharing practical cruise tips, ship tours and port guides to help you plan your next cruise. 📍 New videos every week – https://www.youtube.com/@solotravel1974?sub_confirmation=1 #poiona #poandocruises #poionashiptour Chapters 00:00 - P&O Cruises Iona Ship Tour | 2026 | Full Deck-by-Deck Guide 00:33 - Iona Full Ship Tour - Deck 19 Sky Deck & Sports Arena 01:16 - Deck 18 – The Retreat, Beachcomber Pool & Panorama Pool 03:03 - Deck 17 – Crow’s Nest, Skydome & The Reef 05:03 - Deck 16 – Skydome, Horizon Buffet & Infinity Pool 07:00 - Decks 15–8 – Cabins & Launderettes 08:34 - How to find your way around on Iona 08:59 - Deck 8 – Promenade Deck, The Quays, Keel & Cow, Sindhu & Club Lounge 11:52 - Deck 7 – Theatre, Brodie’s, Atrium & Coral Restaurant 15:43 - Deck 5 – Oasis Spa & Fitness Centre 15:56 - Deck 3 – Medical Centre 16:08 - Final Thoughts & Watch Next