Former Spandau Ballet frontman Tony Hadley will be part of the entertainment line-up on P&O Cruises’ Iona’s maiden voyage next month.
Hadley (pictured), known for singing hits such as True and Gold, will perform on the British Isles voyage departing from Southampton on August 7, 2021.
Take That star Gary Barlow, who sang two of the band’s hits at Iona’s christening in May, is the music director of the ship’s 710 Club venue.
From Southampton, Iona will sail around Cornwall before travelling north to its namesake island in Scotland, where a firework display will take place.
The seven-night cruise will also include talks from P&O Cruises Food Heroes Marco Pierre White and Olly Smith.
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Food and drink served will celebrate the flavours of Scotland with Highland smoked salmon, whisky, and cheese from the country all on the menu.
P&O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said Iona’s maiden voyage will be “a momentous milestone for travel” and that the ship “sets a precedent for a new type of holiday packed full of firsts”.
“It is apt that Iona’s maiden voyage is to the ship’s namesake island which has been the inspiration for many elements on board,” he said, adding: “Booking demand is strong, so we know how eager our guests are to holiday on Iona.”
After an inaugural season of UK coastal cruises, Iona will offer cruises to mainland Spain and the Canary Islands from September.