Iona

Whether you’re chowing down on street-food style eats in a pop-up restaurant, catching an open-air screening in the middle of the Norwegian Fjords with a Salcombe Gin in hand, or bedding down for a good night’s sleep in an innovative Conservatory Mini-suite, all signs point to the holiday of a lifetime.

Rest and play your way with more choice of accommodation, more places to dine in style, more spaces to relax, more entertainment and more freedom to make your holiday your own – wherever you are in the world.

• Revolutionary SkyDome space designed to transform from lazy days to late nights
• More than 15 places to eat, including four main dining rooms, Opal, Pearl, Coral and Aqua
• Eight speciality restaurants, such as the Indian-inspired Sindhu and gastropub Keel and Cow
• More than ten places to enjoy a drink with sea views – plus the first gin distillery at sea!
• 13 entertainment venues, from the intimate 710 Club to the late-night Club House
• Four swimming pools, including an indoor SkyDome area promising poolside relaxation whatever the weather.
• Unlimited WOW factor!

Eat, drink & play on P&O Cruises Iona

The world’s leading hospitality design teams have been enlisted to create a whole ship full of chic spaces in which to eat, drink and play on Iona.

The Olive Grove is one of our personal highlights, a Mediterranean-inspired eatery serving everything from sharing boards to grilled meats and pizza. As soon as people realise it’s there, it will quickly become booked up, so get in early to avoid disappointment!

For exceptional views during sailaway, make sure you visit The Crow’s Nest. Located right at the front of the ship above the Bridge, there’s no better place from which to watch the world float by.

Here are some of our favourites; did someone say gin?

Presenting P&O Cruises Music Director of the 710 Club, Gary Barlow

Singer, songwriter, producer and performer… Gary Barlow’s many talents speak for themselves. And now he has taken on the exciting role of Music Director of The 710 Club on their newest ships Arvia and Iona. Gary makes this intimate music bar the most exciting live music venue at sea. Showcasing an eclectic range of performances, curated to appeal to British music lovers, this atmospheric late-night music venue offers an opportunity for up-and-coming musicians to get their break.

This collaboration highlights P&O Cruises commitment to providing world-class entertainment on Arvia and Iona that places music firmly at its heart.

Welcome to The 710 Club Curated and crafted by Gary Barlow on Iona

“It’s all about the music.”

A place to immerse yourself in the seductive sounds of an array of musical genres that have inspired Gary over the years, The 710 Club on P&O Cruises newest ships, Arvia and Iona, is a sophisticated bar that’s been crafted to Gary’s creative vision. Atmospheric and low-lit, the club serves up live music with an unmistakably vintage vibe, stylish cocktails and the most important ingredient of all: a little escapism, to ensure the good times continue long into the night.

In Gary’s own words…

‘I want The 710 Club to be a celebration of great music and great talent. As its Music Director, I want to give a unique experience for people who love music as much as I do. Music’s been such a massive part of my life – and taken me on so many journeys and adventures. I’m hoping to pass this on to all the guests in my club.’

Gary is bringing his vision and personality to The 710 Club on Arvia and Iona. Exclusively for adults, its stage lights up to the sounds of its talented resident band: a group guided by Gary. Yet his involvement runs far deeper – to choosing music for the club, guiding future performers and playlists and even shaping the interiors and signature cocktails.

Having performed at countless pubs and clubs at the start of his career, Gary loves to see up-and-coming talent catch that all-important break and this is exactly what The 710 Club is all about. The club often showcases new guest performers, giving new talent the chance to shine, while the resident band will weave their own spell with numbers inspired by Gary’s life, loves and musical style, creating atmospheric sets that have been crafted for the true music lover.

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