Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines – with its strong Norwegian heritage, having been established in the small Norwegian town of Hvitsten by the three Olsen brothers, Fredrik Christian, Petter and Andreas, in 1848 – is today [17th May 2013] proud to be celebrating one of the most important days in the Norwegian calendar, its ‘National Day’, or ‘Constitution Day’.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines will be welcoming acclaimed Norwegian author, Tore Fauske, on its ‘Vikings & Glaciers of Norway’ cruise.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched a new ‘Summer Cruises 2013’ brochure, introducing some unbeatable savings on 38 selected Summer cruises, departing from a range of convenient, regional UK ports – Southampton, Dover, Liverpool, Newcastle, Rosyth (Edinburgh) and Greenock (Glasgow) – between June and September 2013.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Ipswich-based Sales Promotion Executive, Emma White, will be taking the brave step of having her head shaved on Sunday 2nd June 2013, in aid of Crohn's & Colitis UK.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has always attracted a high volume of solo travellers, and is able to offer the ‘personal service’ on board to make them very welcome. To make cruising with Fred. Olsen even more attractive to solo guests, the cruise line has introduced ‘no single supplement’ on certain twin grade cabins for sole occupancy, on a selection of 2014/15 cruises.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering a winter sunshine cruise with a difference this December, perfect for those who have always wanted to find out what the ‘real’ James Bond is like!
Ipswich-based Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines welcomed a delegation of local VIPs on a visit to its 804-guest cruise ship, Black Watch, on 7th May 2013, when the ship made its first-ever turnaround call at Harwich International Port, departing on a 14-night ‘European Capitals and Canals’ cruise.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is celebrating the first anniversary of its fourth guest-funded Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) lifeboat, Spirit of Fred. Olsen, at the Kyle of Lochalsh, in the Highlands of Scotland.
For the 2014/15 cruise season, Fred. Olsen is pleased to offer two brand new departure ports: Tilbury and Avonmouth.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has reported taking the highest-ever number of advance registrations for its inspirational new 2014/15 cruise programme.
75-year old retired cabinet maker David James, who stepped down at the beginning of the year as a deputy launching authority at Minehead Lifeboat Station, has been named as the proud winner of an eight-night cruise around the coast of ‘Spain and Portugal’ with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, who sponsored an ‘Unsung Station Hero’ competition.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ 880-guest ship Boudicca will make its first turnaround call of the new cruise season from Liverpool’s Pier Head Cruise Terminal on Sunday 21st April 2013.
At the heart of the Fred. Olsen experience is our exceptional crew, whose warm and attentive service is a hallmark of our cruises. Each team member goes above and beyond to offer personalised attention, forging genuine connections with guests to create truly memorable journeys.
Our smaller ships contribute to this friendly atmosphere, with their intimate size allowing for a relaxed yet engaging experience on board. You can enjoy a variety of curated activities, from regional cooking demonstrations to stargazing sessions, each designed to enhance your enjoyment and deepen your understanding of the destinations we visit.
And when it comes to our itineraries, our team of Journey Planners meticulously crafts each cruise, ensuring that we sail the most imaginative routes and visit the world’s most incredible destinations at the best possible times to experience them. Whether witnessing the Northern Lights or exploring hidden fjords, our expertly designed itineraries promise unforgettable adventures.
Join us on a Fred. Olsen cruise, where you’ll discover the warmth of a family at sea and the legacy of 175 years of sailing heritage.
