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P&O Iona Northern Europe Cruise (Hamburg, Rotterdam & Bruges Guide)
Amsterdam PortUnited Kingdom CountryRoyal Caribbean Cruise LineHamburg PortRotterdam PortSouthampton PortZeebrugge PortIona Cruise Ship
P&O Iona sails a popular Northern Europe cruise from Southampton visiting Hamburg, Rotterdam and Zeebrugge for Bruges. In this cruise ports of call guide I explain what each port is really like once you step off the ship, where cruise ships dock, and what you can realistically see during a port day. This P&O Iona Northern Europe itinerary includes a sea day before Hamburg, an overnight stop in Rotterdam, and a visit to Bruges from Zeebrugge before returning to Southampton. The overnight stay in Rotterdam also gives cruise passengers the opportunity to visit Amsterdam independently. In this video I explain: • How the P&O Iona Northern Europe itinerary works • What winter cruising in Northern Europe is like • Where ships dock in Hamburg, Rotterdam and Zeebrugge • The easiest ways to explore each port • Family friendly things to do in each destination Hamburg is one of the easiest cruise ports in Northern Europe to explore on foot, with the Elbphilharmonie, Speicherstadt and harbour ferries all close to the cruise terminal. Rotterdam offers the flexibility of an overnight stay, making it possible to visit Amsterdam on the first day and explore Rotterdam or nearby cities like Delft or The Hague on the second. Zeebrugge is the gateway to Bruges, one of the most beautiful historic cities in Europe and very easy to explore independently during a cruise stop. If you’re planning a P&O Iona cruise to Northern Europe, this guide will help you understand exactly what to expect in each port. Watch next: How to Get from Rotterdam Cruise Port to Amsterdam https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40w_zdtYurk5YZEZ-ValpId_egX_eLOg I’ve cruised with P&O, Princess, Marella, MSC and Royal Caribbean and visited over 70 countries, sharing practical cruise tips and port guides here on Solo Travel 1974. 📍 New videos every week – https://www.youtube.com/@solotravel1974?sub_confirmation=1 #POIona #NorthernEuropeCruise #cruiseports 📱 Cruise eSIM from Saily If you don’t want to buy the ship’s WiFi package, a cruise eSIM could be another option to consider. Saily has recently launched a cruise eSIM designed to provide mobile data at sea and in selected ports. You can find out more here: https://go.saily.site/SH11q Use code solotravel15 for 15% off. This is an affiliate link, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase, at no extra cost to you. 🧳 Cruise Essentials I Use (Amazon) 👉 Magnetic hooks (perfect for extra storage in your cabin): https://amzn.to/4d0ndOW 👉 Packing cubes (keep your suitcase organised): https://amzn.to/3Pyh5DA 👉 Cruise luggage tags (protect your tags at the port): https://amzn.to/47XWA9H 👉 Travel Extension Lead UK https://amzn.to/41iaqA4 EU https://amzn.to/4d5SCQ1 👉 Toiletry organiser (great for small bathrooms): https://amzn.to/4uGmQiN (Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.) Chapters 00:00 - P&O Iona Northern Europe Ports of Call Guide 00:33 - Iona Northern Europe Cruise Itinierary 01:01 - Iona Winter Cruise 01:33 - Is Iona Northern Europe Cruise Family Friendly? 01:58 - Hamburg Cruise Port 03:18 - Things to Do in Hamburg with Children 03:59 - Rotterdam Cruise Port 06:22 - Zeebrugge Cruise Port 07:28 - What to do in Bruges with Children? 07:43 - Final Thoughts & Watch Next