A new generation of traveller is here with more than two fifths of over 55s (42%) claiming to be adventurous, according to a recent survey.
A poll by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines found that 37% of retirees surveyed described themselves as adventurous with almost a quarter (24%) of 55 and overs saying they have got more adventurous with age and three in 10 (29%) admitting they travel more now they a
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines will return to Dover offering summer cruises to destinations including Norway, Iceland, Portugal and the Azores.
Borealis will set sail on five cruises from Dover in June, July and August, offering guests the chance to take in the breath-taking views of the Norwegian Fjords, enjoy sailing events in the Baltic and spot marine life from the ship’s decks.
The first
One of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ships will embark on her maiden around the world voyage in 2025.
As part of the ‘Voyage of Exploration Around the World’ setting sail in January 2025, Bolette will visit beautiful destinations, including Brazil, Chile, French Polynesia, Australia and South Africa among many others.
The epic 106-night voyage includes the opportunity to visit some of the so
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is in the running for a top prize at the highly coveted UK Dev Awards.
The company has been announced as a finalist in the Travel Website of the Year category at the UK Dev Awards 2024 which celebrate all things digital.
Ben Williams, Head of Digital at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:
“We’re absolutely thrilled to have been named as a finalist in the Travel W
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is calling on budding artists to design its lighthouse sculpture as part of a charity art trail in Southampton – with the chance to win a cruise for two.
The Light the South art trail, in aid of Southampton Hospitals Charity, will feature 40 captivating 8ft-tall lighthouse sculptures installed in and around Southampton and Cowes from July to September this year. Each li
An Ipswich based community arts programme which offers free creative workshops to young learners, has received a £1,986 donation from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines through the Fred. Olsen Community Fund.
Since 2019, grassroots arts programme Rock Paper Scissors has supported children and their families by providing an inclusive space to build confidence and curiosity through a variety of creative se
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is launching a competition for those with their head in the clouds.
It challenges people to find three countries hidden in the skies of a website version of its new television advert outlining how it uses its 175 years of experience to make every single day special for guests.
The countries are carefully hidden in the clouds thanks to the talents of its award-win
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Borealis has set sail on her world cruise from Southampton.
Following her departure from Southampton on 7th January, Borealis will arrive in Bermuda on 14th January, before making calls along Florida’s coast where the Kennedy Space Station is among the many attractions.
During the 101-night exploration, guests will encounter wildlife in the rainforests of Costa
We all know whisky goes well with water – so a leading cruise line has offered up space on board its world cruise to help age a barrel of local single malt.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, whose headquarters are based in Ipswich, has teamed up with Suffolk-based brewer Adnams to host a nine-year-old cask that is in its final year of maturation.
The gentle movement of the ocean on board the ship Bo
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Borealis will be bidding a fond farewell to Liverpool today as the ship prepares to set sail on an around the world adventure.
Since joining the Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines fleet in 2020, Borealis has called Liverpool her home since her maiden voyage in July 2021, offering more than 50 sailings to destinations around the world, making a significant impact on the local
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has donated a £2,000 grant to Headway Suffolk as part of funding through the Suffolk Community Foundation.
The charity, which helps rebuild the lives of individuals who have had a stroke, brain injury or other neurological conditions, have used the donation for their Art for the Mature Person Project.
The initiative uses art play to help people regain motor skills, e
Seeing the Northern Lights is at the top of many travellers’ bucket lists, and Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines can help tick this off with 10 cruises sailing to Northern Norway in 2024.
Next year marks the solar maximum with an increased likelihood of seeing vivid aurora displays in the skies, so there is no better time than to set sail for Arctic Norway.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has 10 Norther
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.
