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Iona
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Year Built

2020

Passengers

5,200

Tonnage

184,700 GT

Decks

20

About the Ship

Iona

Iona is P&O Cruises' first Excellence Class ship and the largest ever built for the British market, powered by LNG. She features the SkyDome entertainment venue, 30 restaurants and bars, and a gin distillery at sea.

Ship Highlights

  • Large resort-style ship with extensive amenities
  • Modern vessel with state-of-the-art facilities

Dining Experience

P&O Cruises brings a distinctly British dining experience with celebrity chef partnerships including Marco Pierre White and Eric Lanlard. The main dining rooms, Limelight Club, and Glass House wine bar offer complimentary dining, while specialty venues include Epicurean and Sindhu.

Entertainment & Activities

P&O features West End-caliber shows, comedy nights, and the Headliners theatre. The SkyDome on Iona and Arvia transforms from a pool by day to an entertainment venue by night. The spa, cinema, and enrichment programs round out the experience. With 20 decks to explore, there's always something new to discover.

Staterooms & Suites

P&O offers a range from inside cabins to the luxurious suites with butler service. The Select Price system lets guests choose their preferred dining time and table configuration. Balcony cabins are popular for enjoying ocean views and British weather at sea. Iona accommodates up to 5,200 guests.

Good to Know

As one of the largest ships at sea, plan your days ahead to make the most of the extensive amenities and avoid peak-time crowds at popular venues. Consider a drink package or specialty dining package if you plan to dine outside the complimentary venues regularly.

Specifications

Ship Details

Cruise Line
P&O Cruises
Year Built
2020
Passenger Capacity
5,200
Gross Tonnage
184,700 GT
Length
345.0m
Speed
22.0 knots
Crew
2,080
Decks
20
Registry
Bermuda

Visual Journey

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Ship Layout

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Sailing Schedule

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Guest Experiences

Traveler Reviews

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"Our experience on Iona was absolutely incredible. The ship is beautiful and well-maintained, and the ports of call were amazing. We booked all our excursions through Vacation Booker and saved a fortune compared to the cruise line prices."
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Michael K.

P&O Cruises | Jan 2026
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"This was our third cruise on Iona and it never disappoints. The staff is wonderful and the itinerary was perfect. We used Vacation Booker for a private snorkeling tour that was the highlight of the entire trip."
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Diana P.

P&O Cruises | Nov 2025
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"First-time cruisers and we chose Iona. The ship exceeded all expectations. We loved how easy it was to book our shore excursions in advance, and the return-to-ship guarantee gave us total peace of mind."
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Alex W.

P&O Cruises | Dec 2025
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Luxury cruise ship at sunset

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