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Enjoy ‘Seasonal Sailings’ with Fred. Olsen this Christmas and New Year!

Enjoy ‘Seasonal Sailings’ with Fred. Olsen this Christmas and New Year!

​For guests seeking sunshine or a European city break this Winter, Fred. Olsen has a selection of enchanting ‘Seasonal Sailings’ available over the Christmas period. These festive cruises offer guests the chance to escape the stresses of Christmas at home and enjoy the friendly atmosphere of smaller-ship sailing aboard one of three Fred. Olsen ships – 'Braemar', 'Boudicca' and 'Black Watch'.

The Minister of Tourism for Trinidad and Tobago, the Honourable Shamfa Ashaki Cudjoe, tries her hand at deck shuffleboard during a tour of Fred. Olsen's 'Balmoral' on her maiden call at the Port of Spain, Trinidad on 15th November 2017.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ flagship 'Balmoral' makes maiden call to Trinidad

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ 1,350-guest flagship, 'Balmoral', made her maiden call at the Port of Spain, Trinidad on 15th November 2017, as part of a 32-night ‘Caribbean Discovery’ cruise. The Minister of Tourism for Trinidad and Tobago, the Honourable Shamfa Ashaki Cudjoe, took time to visit 'Balmoral' and conducted the ceremonial Plaque exchange with the Ship’s Master, Captain Lars Kjeldsen.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launches new great-value solo offer on river cruise ship 'Brabant' in 2018

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launches new great-value solo offer on river cruise ship 'Brabant' in 2018

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched a great-value solo offer on board its 156-guest river cruise ship, Brabant, for 2018. Fred. Olsen solo guests can enjoy a twin room all to themselves with a reduced sole-occupancy supplement of just 25%. To take advantage of this fantastic solo deal, book a twin room on one of Fred. Olsen’s six selected European river cruises by 30th November 2017 inclusive.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines celebrates record sales success!

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines celebrates record sales success!

Record demand for cruises in October, combined with last week’s bumper sales – 70% higher than the same week last year – has seen Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines smash its annual target for 2017, with ten weeks still to go!

(L-R) Maureen Quinn of ‘Just for Groups!’ presents Sophie Thomas, Sales Executive – Groups, Hayley Walker, Sales Assistant – Groups and Ellie Fulcher, Sales Manager – Groups with the trophy alongside special guest and co-host, Magician Ben Hanlin.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines voted ‘Best Cruise Line for Groups’ at the ‘Group Leisure & Travel Awards 2017’, for a record seventh time!

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has once again been crowned ‘Best Cruise Line for Groups’ by readers of leading travel title, Group Leisure & Travel magazine, for a record seventh time! This prestigious award recognises the very best groups cruise experience, from the initial booking process to onboard facilities, and the quality of excursions on offer.

Raise a glass (or two!) for free on a 2018/19 exotic fly-cruise with Fred. Olsen

Raise a glass (or two!) for free on a 2018/19 exotic fly-cruise with Fred. Olsen

Cheers! Guests booking one of a dozen selected 2018/19 Fred. Olsen fly-cruises, between now and 31st October 2017, can raise a glass on board and enjoy a free ‘All Inclusive’ drinks upgrade. This complimentary drinks package is available for Fred. Olsen guests making a new booking on one of 12 exotic fly-cruises included in the offer.

Photo credit: Peter Devlin, Devlin Photo Ltd.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ 'Black Watch' welcomes VIPs in Rosyth

​Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines was delighted to welcome a VIP delegation of travel agents, media partners, local dignitaries, tourism organisations and Member of Parliament for Dunfermline and West Fife, Douglas Chapman, on board its 804-guest ship, 'Black Watch', at the Port of Rosyth on Wednesday 4th October 2017.

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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

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.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

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IP1 5LL Ipswich, Suffolk
United Kingdom