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INTRODUCING... Conservatory Mini Suites The Conservatory Mini Suite is an exciting new addition to the choice of accommodation. Bring the outdoors in with a personal and versatile conservatory-style room that forms an extension to the suite. This space, which includes stylish L-shaped seating, can be closed off or left open according to the time of day or mood. In the morning keep it closed to enjoy a quiet coffee overlooking the ocean. By day it opens out fully onto the balcony. With a direct connection to the sea, the space is cool and shaded, perfect for relaxing. In the evening, it transforms into a spacious environment for private celebrations and socialising over pre-dinner drinks with friends and family. Leading directly onto the balcony, all configurations of this flexible space offer glorious seascape views.
Suites Aft and Forward Suites are always special, giving guests the ultimate experience of relaxation in their own boutique-hotel haven. The Suites on Iona take this to another level of comfort and style. The design direction is one of contemporary comfort and elegance – a luxurious space is created as the doors of interconnecting rooms open fully to create a larger, brighter studio ambience.
The Keel and Cow The Keel and Cow is an unpretentious gastropub, where food and drink have been crafted into something truly special. It offers a quick and convenient breakfast for those going ashore, and lunchtimes bring top-quality, authentic gastropub fare to the fore, with dishes such as a signature beef and stout burger, beer-battered fish and triple-cooked chips, black-pudding scotch eggs and more. At night, guests can gather with friends to enjoy hearty dishes or select from a range of steaks from the dry-ageing fridge. The Keel and Cow is the perfect place to bring friends and family together to enjoy delicious food, real hand-pumped ales and a great selection of craft ales in a relaxed, informal environment.
The Glass House Created by award-winning wine expert and P&O Cruises Food Hero Olly Smith, The Glass House is for lovers of fine wine and great food. The premium wine bar boasts an impressive wine list curated by Olly and offers a sophisticated environment in which to enjoy breakfast, a light lunch, a leisurely glass of wine or an evening meal with family or newfound friends. Wine connoisseurs are well taken care of: Cellar Door at The Glass House offers wine talks, tastings and wine-pairing dinners. It’s in prime position to enjoy the Grand Atrium’s aerial performances, as well as magnificent views out to the horizon.
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THE ULTIMATE WAY TO SEE THE NORWEGIAN FJORDS Cruise from only £659pp Crystal-clear waters. Towering snow-capped mountains. Cascading waterfalls. Where else but the Norwegian fjords? For the first part of her inaugural season, Iona will be sailing to this spectacular region and visiting unforgettable ports of call. Get ready to holiday like never before… The Norwegian fjords are a wild wonderland of breathtaking scenery, cultural gems and action-packed adventure. This dramatic destination is on many travellers’ must-visit lists, and for good reason – once you’ve visited the fjords, you’ll never forget them.
Iona begins her inaugural season in this incredible region. With departures throughout the spring and summer of
2020, you’ll have even more opportunities to explore one of the world’s most iconic destinations. Departing from Southampton, you’ll experience the best of all worlds. After a smooth embarkation with no luggage limits, there’s plenty of time to get to know Iona’s on board attractions, then kick back and relax into holiday mode. And what better ship to be on? Iona comes into her own as she travels through the fjords. Designed to maximise views and let the outside in, the glass walls of the Grand Atrium and an array of wow-factor indoor and outdoor spaces afford the best panoramas of Norway’s dramatic landscapes.
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Lovatnet Lake, near Olden
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It takes time to look this good. In fact, it was a succession of ice ages over many millennia that shaped Norway’s fjords into the spectacular landscape you see today. Clear, blue waters sparkle surrounded by towering cliffs, while small villages and working farms cling to the mountainsides. Awe-inspiring national parks abound with tumbling waterfalls, crystal-clear rivers and breathtaking viewing points across myriad mountain, fjord and glacier landscapes. The Norwegian fjords are truly like nowhere else on earth. In each port, a collection of shore excursions will take you to the heart of Norway’s astonishing natural wonders and diverse cultural attractions.
FIVE UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURES 1. Make a splash Fresh air in your lungs, sunshine on your skin, the feeling of your paddle gently gliding through crystal-clear waters… kayaking through Norway’s fjords is equal parts peaceful and exhilarating× 2. Hike up high Walking in Norway’s spectacular landscapes is an almost spiritual experience. Luckily, you’re never far from breathtaking trails that will take you up, up and away 3. Stride out on a Nordic walk This is no stroll in the park – Nordic walking is a fun, high-energy activity that’ll get your blood pumping as you see the sights. It’s popular the world over, but where better to learn or hone your technique than in the beautiful Norwegian countryside? 4. Take the highs with the lows As the old saying goes, what goes up must come down. The adage rings particularly true in the Norwegian fjords, where luckily, both ascent and descent are a whole lot of fun 5. Get your heart racing on a river-rafting ride Norway is famous for its fjords and lakes, but its beautiful rivers deserve equal attention. To explore them from a unique (and thrilling) perspective, why not embark on a fun, fast-paced rafting adventure?
FIVE UNFORGETTABLE NATURAL WONDERS 1. Be dazzled by the fjords With breathtaking scenery at every turn, there’s no denying the fjords are the stars of the show. Formed by a succession of ice ages, journeying into their pure and dazzling heart is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. And what better way to take them in than up close and personal by ship? 2. Get up close to a glacier Come face to face with Norway’s mighty glaciers – the same powerful forces that carved out the country’s fjords many millennia ago 3. Wonder at waterfalls Don’t go chasing waterfalls when we’ve got some of Norway’s finest ready and waiting for you. These waterfalls are stunning year-round, but in May and June they’re at their best as snowmelt adds to the volume of water 4. Soak up the lakeside serenity Norway’s purity is illustrated by its abundance of lakes that are perfect for swimming, fishing, boating, or simply sitting back and soaking it all in 5. Get back to nature The drama of Norway’s wild fjordic landscapes is softened by the lush greens of forests and pretty pastures that teem with wildlife and flowers
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Stavanger, Norway
The 9 night maiden voyage departs 14th May 2020 May 2020 Thu 14 Embark the brand new Iona and depart Southampton on her Maiden Voyage to the Norwegian Fjords Fri 15 Relaxing at sea Sat 16 Relaxing at sea Nowhere offers vistas like the Norwegian fjords. And no other ship offers you such astonishing views. Iona’s itineraries include cruise-bys in five magnificent fjords as you work your way along the coast. All you have to do is sit back and soak it all in… Sun 17 Stavanger, Norway Mon 18 Olden, Norway For unforgettable scenery, it’s hard to beat Olden. The picturesque village is snuggled in a lush green river valley at the end of Nordfjord. It’s blessed with a beautiful fjordic coastline, towering mountains and the biggest glacier on mainland Europe, Jostedalsbreen. There’s easy access to both the Briksdal and Kjenndalen glaciers, plunging dramatically into the valleys below. Crystal-clear Lake Oldevatnet is set among steep mountains and roaring waterfalls. In a nutshell, it’s Norwegian nature at its finest. For a side of excitement with your views, the newly opened Loen Skylift soars up from the Loen valley to the top of Mount Hoven in a breathtaking five minutes with rugged mountains, sparkling blue lakes and beautiful Jostedalsbreen National Park all around×. Down below, a picturesque hiking path from the village winds up to Huaren, which is part of the Auflem mountains. At almost 400m above sea level, it has stunning vistas over Nordfjord and the villages of Olden and Loen below Cruise Innvikjorden Cruise Nordfjord As you travel through this 106km-long sea fjord, drink in views of pristine pastures and farms, gleaming glaciers, waterfalls and towering mountains that plunge straight down to the sea Geiranger, Norway Tue 19 The natural wonders keep coming. Geiranger, nestled at the head of Geirangerfjord, is surrounded by spectacular UNESCO-listed scenery, including some of Norway’s longest, deepest, narrowest and most dramatic fjords. Why not explore them by kayak, or see the sights from above from one of many stunning viewpoints?×
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Cruise Geirangerfjord Cameras at the ready as you pass through ‘the jewel in the crown’ of the Norwegian fjords. Let unforgettable scenes unfurl along this S-shaped beauty. Among them are the Seven Sisters, the Suitor and the Bridal Veil, three astonishing waterfalls and highlights of the route Cruise Sunnylvsfjorden Cruise Storfjorden Bergen, Norway If you’re looking for cosmopolitan culture and natural beauty in one spellbinding destination, beautiful Bergen fits the bill. The city’s historic centre, Bryggen, boasts cobbled streets and narrow alleyways that just beg to be wandered, while the city’s setting amongst seven mountains and seven fjords will leave you dazzled. To get a bird’s-eye view of it, take the Ulriken cable car high above the city’s colourful streets to the highest of Bergen’s mountains, Mount Ulriken, or soar to the top of Mount Fløyen in just a few minutes via the famous Fløibanen funicular for beautiful, wide-ranging vistas× Relaxing at sea Relaxing at sea Arrive in Southampton
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MAIDEN SEASON NORWEGIAN FJORDS WEEKLY DEPARTURES
Briksdal glacier
7 night weekly departures are available from the 23rd May to the 19 th September 2020 from only £659pp Day 1 Embark the brand new Iona and depart Southampton on her Maiden Season Voyage to the Norwegian Fjords
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Bergen, Norway Think Norway’s all about outdoors action and adventure? Think
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Relaxing at sea
again. From Edvard Munch’s iconic Expressionism to today’s
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Stavanger, Norway
contemporary culture, the Norwegian art scene is alive and kicking.
Want a taste of Viking life? Scenic Stavanger is known as the ‘Cradle of the Vikings’ and offers the perfect introduction to Norway’s rich heritage. One of the region’s most dramatic natural wonders can be found here, too – Preikestolen, or Pulpit Rock, is sure to take your breath away, from above or below
You’ll find lots of it in Bergen – for a relatively small city, it punches
Olden, Norway
collections of works by Munch – Norway’s most famous painter
Come face to face with Norway’s mighty glaciers – the same powerful forces that carved out the country’s fjords many millennia ago. Where best to start your icy odyssey? In Olden, you’re spoilt for choice. The famous Jostedal Glacier, the largest in continental Europe, covers 487sq km with ice up to 600m thick. The Briksdal Glacier is the most accessible arm of the Jostedal ice field. Set between cascading waterfalls and mountains, once visited, it won’t be forgotten. The varied blues and greens of the ice and the serene turquoise waters of the glacial lake at its foot are a sight to behold
– and exhibits works spanning his artistic career. Don’t miss the
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above its arty weight. Take the KODE Art Museums and Composer Homes. This collection of four galleries along the beautiful Lille Lungegårdsvann lake boasts nearly 50,000 art objects. The Rasmus Meyer collection features one of the world’s most important
quirky, folksy landscapes of Nikolai Astrup, a homegrown favourite but little known beyond Norway. There’s also a section devoted to contemporary art, and a children’s art museum Day 7
Relaxing at sea
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Arrive in Southampton
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Alesund, Norway
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Because it was completely rebuilt after being destroyed by fire in 1904, Alesund looks quite different to other Norwegian towns along the country’s west coast now better known as simply ‘Fjordland’.
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Stretching across three islands at the mouth of the magnificent Geirangerfjord, Alesunds architecture is now an eclectic mixture of mock-Gothic and neo-classical with more than a dash of Art Nouveau.
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Turrets and spires dot the skyline and you can trace the towns trend setting style development at the Art Nouveau Centre, one of several fascinating museums in the town. The pick is the open-air Sunnmøre while the Atlantic Sea-Park is also worth a visit as one of the largest aquariums in northern Europe
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IONAFIRSTS Entertainment The 710 Club It’s all about the music at The 710 Club. It’s a secret haven – exclusively for adults – in which to relax and enjoy the musical atmosphere. A retreat during the day, at night, it transforms into a sophisticated venue hosting a diverse range of top-class singers and bands. Ocean Studios Here’s one for the film buffs: Ocean Studios on deck 6 offers a warm welcome, comfortable seating and a relaxing environment in which to be entertained and enjoy a premium cinema experience. Four cinema screens will show both classics and recent blockbusters in surround sound. Conservatory Suite
SkyDome A major new entertainment venue called SkyDome will be one of Iona’s star attractions. Set on decks 16 and 17 and featuring an impressive roof and a pool with a retractable stage, it offers a unique space whatever the weather and the time of day. By day it’s the perfect place for relaxation and informal dining, with a swimming pool, whirlpool spa and poolside features, and shaded seating areas. By night, it comes alive with aerial performances, immersive shows and deck parties. Above it all is a glazed dome roof designed by award-winning British engineers Eckersley O’Callaghan, the team behind glass masterpieces such as London’s Embassy Gardens Sky Pool and Bulgari’s flagship New York boutique. Headliners Theatre Headliners Theatre is perfect for a fun-filled night out on board. Classic yet contemporary, it offers a sleek and sophisticated theatre experience. A twodeck-high auditorium ensures everyone has the best view in the house. During the day, enjoy matinee performances and activities. When night falls, full-scale production shows hit the stage.
Dining There is an exciting array of options combining brand-new dining and drinking concepts with much-loved signature venues to give new meaning to the word ‘choice’. With 29 different venues to choose from, there’s something for everyone! A P&O Cruises first, Iona will exclusively offer Freedom Dining in the main restaurants. This puts you in the driving seat, giving you the flexibility to dine with friends and family any time from 6–9pm. On board, you will find the Quays is an exciting foodie piazza offering a great range of self-service and takeaway venues and a lively atmosphere for sociable dining. Within The Quays, a host of new dining venues showcasing cuisines from around the world will create a vibrant buzz – from American diner classics to Asian fast-food favourites. Another foodie first is The Keel and Cow, a fabulous British gastropub serving hearty pub fare. The 710 Club serves up live music and stylish cocktails: the perfect combination to let the good times roll long into the night. Of course, it’s not just about the new. Iona also celebrates the best P&O Cruises dining and drinking traditions with favourites such as Brodie’s, The Crow’s Nest, The Epicurean, Sindhu and The Beach House, along with pool bars and a pizzeria and grill.
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