Rare Vampiress88 Posted November 12, 2022 #1 Share Posted November 12, 2022 This post was recognized by LauraS! "Another from Vampires88! Thank you for generously sharing your time at sea with everyone at Cruise Critic!" Vampiress88 was awarded the badge '"Live from...."' and 5 points. Currently sat in the Crows nest getting drinks. Still missing suitcases so can’t get ready for dinner and not sure where to go yet. Ship and the room is beautiful 18 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of Anarchy Posted November 12, 2022 #2 Share Posted November 12, 2022 Thank you for reminding us of what Iona looks like! Over a year since we sailed on her, and only for a week, so memories starting to fade. Gives us a bit of glimpse at what to expect when we board in two weeks. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Vampiress88 Posted November 12, 2022 Author #3 Share Posted November 12, 2022 14 minutes ago, Son of Anarchy said: Thank you for reminding us of what Iona looks like! Over a year since we sailed on her, and only for a week, so memories starting to fade. Gives us a bit of glimpse at what to expect when we board in two weeks. I’m just surprised the Christmas decorations are up already. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy v Posted November 12, 2022 #4 Share Posted November 12, 2022 It looks fabulous. Definitely wetting my appetite 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Peterson Posted November 12, 2022 #5 Share Posted November 12, 2022 That all looks absolutely wonderful! One of my favourite cruises - have a great time. I’ll be amazed if it’s anything less than a fantastic holiday! I bet you’re all really excited. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zap99 Posted November 12, 2022 #6 Share Posted November 12, 2022 53 minutes ago, Vampiress88 said: I’m just surprised the Christmas decorations are up already. The kids look happy👭 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplesea Posted November 12, 2022 #7 Share Posted November 12, 2022 We were on her in January and had a lovely time. I expect you will as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCFC Posted November 12, 2022 #8 Share Posted November 12, 2022 Lovely pictures, the balcony space is bigger than I was expecting! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindyloo22 Posted November 12, 2022 #9 Share Posted November 12, 2022 Balcony are a good size for 2. Ripples ice cream lovely. Have a great cruise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HalifaxYorksCruiser Posted November 12, 2022 #10 Share Posted November 12, 2022 Seems a bit early for Christmas decorations. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted November 12, 2022 #11 Share Posted November 12, 2022 3 hours ago, Vampiress88 said: Currently sat in the Crows nest getting drinks. Still missing suitcases so can’t get ready for dinner and not sure where to go yet. Ship and the room is beautiful Lovely collection of photos. Graham. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devonuk Posted November 12, 2022 #12 Share Posted November 12, 2022 Are there many children onboard for this voyage? We were there in Feb post half term with 2 of our granddaughters and there were very few. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zap99 Posted November 12, 2022 #13 Share Posted November 12, 2022 1 hour ago, HalifaxYorksCruiser said: Seems a bit early for Christmas decorations. Mid November, too early. Not for Mr Ho, Ho, Ho.🎅 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted November 12, 2022 #14 Share Posted November 12, 2022 Have to say, the pictures look great, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobstheboy Posted November 13, 2022 #15 Share Posted November 13, 2022 Lovely ship. We will be back onboard in 9 weeks ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caullkhead Posted November 13, 2022 #16 Share Posted November 13, 2022 @Vampiress88have a wonderful cruise with your family & as my Dad told me enjoy every Minute with your girls while they’re young, because they soon grow up! 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amelia Noylam Posted November 13, 2022 #17 Share Posted November 13, 2022 On 11/12/2022 at 5:22 PM, Vampiress88 said: Currently sat in the Crows nest getting drinks. Still missing suitcases so can’t get ready for dinner and not sure where to go yet. Ship and the room is beautiful Thank you for the lovely pictures, we only got of her yesterday and can't wait until we are back on her. Definitely a beautiful ship, and all dressed up for Christmas. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpha whiskey Posted November 14, 2022 #18 Share Posted November 14, 2022 Looking forward to more posts and pictures as your journey continues. Have the best time ever! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Somerset Cruiser Posted November 15, 2022 #19 Share Posted November 15, 2022 On 11/12/2022 at 5:46 PM, Vampiress88 said: I’m just surprised the Christmas decorations are up already. We were surprised to see them going up 2 weeks ago, disembarked on Saturday. Have a great cruise, there's so much to enjoy on Iona. Top tip, don't miss Gareth Oliver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binman2 Posted November 15, 2022 #20 Share Posted November 15, 2022 We were on Iona last week as well, previous year same time and the only decorations were in the shops in 2021 ,but they appeared over night in the first week of the cruise this year was nice to see them all lit up in the atrium 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquishTheWhale Posted November 16, 2022 #21 Share Posted November 16, 2022 (edited) Glad you are having a great time Vampiress. We changed our Iona cruise to Arvia next year as it looked to have even more on offer for little ones (as you know mine is only 2!) Are they showing any kids films in the cinemas? I was thinking it might be a good time for a trial first cinema experience for him, seeing as its free! Edited November 16, 2022 by SquishTheWhale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sam49 Posted November 16, 2022 #22 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Adorable children, did they come with the P & O package? 😃 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsgoggins Posted November 16, 2022 #23 Share Posted November 16, 2022 Vampiress88, I’m looking forward to reading about your cruise, since we’re doing the same cruise on Iona next spring. But first, Florida ……. and I think you might be planning for that too 😉. Lovely photos btw. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Vampiress88 Posted November 17, 2022 Author #24 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Amazing day in Madeira yesterday. Just docking in Tenerife so if anyone has any suggestions. We are looking at going to those paddling pools I think, and the market and the city. Not doing any excursions. some good and mediocre bits with iona but loving the holiday so far. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Vampiress88 Posted November 17, 2022 Author #25 Share Posted November 17, 2022 On 11/12/2022 at 9:06 PM, devonuk said: Are there many children onboard for this voyage? We were there in Feb post half term with 2 of our granddaughters and there were very few. kids club said 200 but they don’t alway have the staff for the kids club so had to turn people away. Only got 24 in per set the other day. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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