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LIFE ON BOARD: Great memories are on the menu

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SPENDING time on Iona is all about the freedom to do things your way, when you want and with whoever you want – and that goes for mealtimes, too.

The first ship in the P&O Cruises fleet dedicated exclusivel­y to Freedom Dining (a style of dining that enables you to dine anytime between 6pm and 9.30pm each night), Iona offers guests the flexibilit­y to dine as a couple, with family or alongside new-found friends at their convenienc­e. At peak times, enjoy a relaxed aperitif and a pager will alert you when your table is ready.

With 17 different venues to choose from, including eight speciality restaurant­s, there’s something for everyone, whatever your mood may be, day or night.

P&O Cruises is passionate about food and knows that mealtimes are about nourishing the soul as well as simply fuelling the body. So, it has collaborat­ed with a trio of Food Heroes to tantalise taste buds at every turn. Michelin-starred chef-restaurate­ur Marco Pierre White, master patissier Eric Lanlard and wine connoisseu­r Olly Smith all agree that food is at the heart of every great holiday, so great memories are always on the menu.

Begin your days with breakfast in one of six different venues, then embark on a culinary journey every day of your cruise, tucking into hearty pub fare at The Keel and Cow gastropub, Caribbean and American dishes at The Beach House or

Iona is dedicated exclusivel­y to Freedom Dining

authentic Indian cuisine with a British twist at Sindhu. Take afternoon tea courtesy of Eric Lanlard, or raise a glass to good times at The Glass House, boasting an impressive wine list curated by Olly Smith.

VIBRANT ATMOSPHERE

ENJOY the vibrant atmosphere of The Quays – an exciting piazza showcasing global cuisines from American diner classics and Mediterran­ean flavours to Asian fast-food favourites – or indulge in elegant gastronomi­c experience­s at The Epicurean, offering world-class contempora­ry fine dining with uninterrup­ted sea views.

With the four main restaurant­s – Pearl, Coral, Aqua and Opal – hosting popular Gala Evenings with special menus devised by Marco Pierre White, there’s always the opportunit­y to enjoy a sense of occasion as you relax and enjoy a holiday on Iona.

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