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Cruise like a VIP: Enjoy a Massive Balcony on P&O Iona without Breaking the Bank!

Paul and Carole Love to Travel
Paul and Carole Love to Travel
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πŸ‘οΈ 66K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 9:38

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Editorial Summary

The creators provide a detailed tour of cabin 10509 on the P&O Iona, which is a standard balcony cabin. They begin by examining the entrance and the bathroom, noting the powerful shower, the presence of The White Company toiletries, and the ample floor space. The tour covers various amenities including the safe, storage solutions like shelves and hangers, and the desk area equipped with British and European power sockets. They mention the availability of drinking water and the specific service schedule for cabin stewards, noting that service is typically completed by 2 p.m. The creators also discuss the television options, which include various news and sports channels, and the comfort of the bedding. A significant portion of the video focuses on the balcony, where the creators highlight that they secured an extended balcony for the same price as a standard one. They demonstrate the size and privacy of the space, noting it is well sheltered from the wind and large enough to host a small group for a sail away party. They conclude by recommending the cabin and noting that while it feels like a mini suite, it was booked as a standard balcony.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Iona
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for Iona
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Northern_europeFrom RotterdamVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we've been so happy with the splash report it's absolutely excellent

this is a sticky Oak big balcony so look so up to here um you'll see it's quite private isn't it Paul

we've had a great time and the cabins as a standard this is standard

we'd be very happy here and we hope you found it useful

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Check deck plans to select a cabin with an extended balcony for the same price.
βœ“Ensure the 'Do Not Disturb' sign is placed correctly to avoid missed cabin service.
βœ“Bring your own conditioner, as the provided shampoo may not be sufficient.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cabin size and layout β€” The cabin may seem skinny but has been fine and not a problem.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the features of a standard balcony cabin on P&O Iona?
QHow does the balcony size compare to standard cabins?
QWhat amenities are included in the cabin bathroom?

Topics Covered

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Rotterdam
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