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First-Time on P&O Iona – Here’s What We Thought!

Travels with David and Mark
Travels with David and Mark
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👁️ 5K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 40:46
What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsFull Ship Review🥉Knowledgeable Creator
❤️ Best for CoupleNorthern_europe · Spring · 5 nightsFrom SouthamptonFirst-Time Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

My overall first impressions were very good. Actually, I very much enjoyed it.

We were really impressed. Really, weren't we?

Anderson's was by far our favorite. Loved it.

We would sail with piano again.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Do your research before booking a cruise to ensure it matches your expectations.
Consider the total cost including extras when comparing cruise lines.
If you're a Virgin Voyages fan, try P&O with an open mind; you might find things to enjoy.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Room sizeFor a five-night sailing, an interior room is fine; might struggle on longer cruises.
Entertainment not to tasteIt's okay if entertainment isn't for you; still a useful experience to try.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWould a Virgin Voyages cruiser enjoy a P&O cruise?
QHow does the cost of P&O compare to Virgin Voyages and Cunard?
QWould the creators sail with P&O again?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing1½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4 Happy BaconDining Main2½ Happy BaconDining Specialty1½ Sad BaconWifi Connectivity4 Sad BaconShip Condition3 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity2½ Happy BaconKids Family2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Za (Zeebrugge)
Rotterdam
Southampton2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Our P&O Iona Review – from first impressions to final thoughts! We spent our first-ever P&O cruise on Iona, sailing on a 5-night cruise from Southampton to Rotterdam, and Zeebrugges, and in this video, we’re reviewing it all from decor, entertainment, food and bars. But here's the twist – we're big Virgin Voyages fans! So we’ll also be letting you know whether we think Virgin Voyage fans would enjoy a P&O cruise, How does the cost compare? And would we sail with P&O again? Watch to find out if Iona lived up to the hype – and whether she’s your next ship! Don't forget to hit the like button, subscribe, and ring the bell for more travel tips and adventures with us. #POCruises #P&OIona #CruiseVlog #CruiseReview #VirginVoyages #CruiseVlog #CruiseComparison 👉 Watch the rest of the videos from this series, in our dedicated playlist, here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKJ8xOS4Ah4b3ZcqeQjmPst3VkUGU7aU0 👉 Subscribe for more travel adventures: https://youtube.com/@travelswithdavidandmark?si=-ccD87wc6VEsf2ES 👉Why not check out our Instagram to see more of what we get up to in life: https://www.instagram.com/travelswithdavidandmark/ 👉Send your appreciation: https://buymeacoffee.com/travelswithdavidandmark 👉Music from: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ 🚢 Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 02:33 - Decor and first impressions 06:45 - Entertainment 10:25 - Food 15:30 - Bars 25:09 - Vibes on the Ship! 29:36 - Would a Virgin Voyager enjoy a P&O sailing? 33:14 - What is the cost comparison of the two? 38:52 - Would we sail with P&O again?