Iona

I am booked on Iona for next year and I can’t wait going on this brand new ship that is looking amazing already and not even completed yet! I can see updates on her and it looks fabulous. Iona was built to be the largest ship catering for the UK cruise market, and with a maximum capacity of 5,200 guests, she is certainly up there among the world’s largest cruise ships. P&O Cruises have partnered with three local Food Hero’s to create a unique range of food experiences exclusively for Iona.

Ocean Studios is one for the film fanatics as the premium cinema experience offers anything from movie classics to recent blockbusters, shown over the cinema’s four screens and with surround sound and snacks.

The 710 Club is the secret haven you need to get to know. The secret haven is exclusively for adults and transforms into a sophisticated spot at night with top-class singers and bands tailored to British tastes. The cabins are looking amazing especially the new conservatory balcony cabins, perhaps a Celebrity Cruises idea? but in any case they will be great. P&O Cruises and Salcombe Gin have partnered up to become the first-ever Gin distillery at sea, this will be among the other first to be onboard Iona. Iona will have its own custom gin that will be distilled, bottled and labelled all on board. The distillery will also be offering two masterclasses; tastings and mixology classes. Offering passengers an opportunity to taste and create with this uniquely produced gin. That to me looks like their main gimmick for the ship. It’s also great for families I’m sure and the SkyDome is one of the most unique features to Iona, and new to the cruise industry. With its glass dome roof and spacious layout, passengers will be able to soak up the natural light when present in the SkyDome. SkyDome sits on two decks; deck 16 is where you’ll find the action happening, with food and drink available, as well as a swimming pool, sun loungers and whirlpools. By day it’s a relaxation sanctuary and by night it transforms, the retractable stage offers a new venue for spectacular shows and performances. There are still plenty of cabins available to book for next year!