Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has arrived in Scotland for a summer season of sailing on board Balmoral.
The smaller-sized ship will today set sail on her first cruise of the season from Rosyth, taking guests on a seven-night Norwegian Fjords cruise.
Other destinations from June through to August include the Baltic, Scottish Isles, Iceland and Portugal’s islands.
Clare Ward, Director of Product
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has been unveiled as the winner of the Travel and Leisure Website of the Year at a prestigious digital awards ceremony.
The company received the accolade at the UK Digital Growth Awards 2024 ceremony in central London yesterday evening (20thJune), following judging by a panel of experts from across the digital sector.
The awards recognise work that is transformin
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced that it will broadcast all UEFA European Football Championship matches, Wimbledon and the Olympics aboard its fleet throughout the summer.
On their three smaller ocean cruise ships – Bolette, Borealis, and Balmoral– matches and games will be shown in public areas as well as in guest cabins.
Starting 14th June, all UEFA European Football Championship mat
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines have become a member of the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) and have been praised for their continuing commitment to the welfare of seafarers.
ISWAN is an international maritime charity which works to improve the lives of seafarers and their families with resources, strategies, advocacy and by offering a range of wellbeing services and hu
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering teachers a free champagne traditional afternoon tea for two on sailings in July and August to coincide with the summer holidays.
Traditionally, booking holidays during the school breaks can be an expensive challenge for those working in the education sector.
Clare Ward, Director of Product and Customer Service at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:
“At
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has been unveiled as a finalist at a prestigious business awards.
The company has been named as a finalist in the Customer Excellence Award category at the East Anglian Daily Times Business Awards 2024.
The awards recognise the best companies, strategies and people that make up the county's business community.
Clare Ward, Director of Product and Customer
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has welcomed more than 200 travel agents on board Borealisin Southampton as part of a travel agent conference.
The Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) event is the largest agent cruise conference in the UK and provided an opportunity for travel agents and media guests to experience Fred. Olsen's hospitality and onboard offerings first-hand.
Saturday’s ev
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is in the running for an accolade at a highly coveted digital awards scheme.
The company has been unveiled as a finalist in the Travel and Leisure Website of the Year category at the UK Digital Growth Awards 2024 which celebrate impressive digital results leading to further business growth.
Ben Williams, Head of Digital at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:
“We
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines have been awarded ‘Consumer Favourite for Excursions’ at the inaugural Sailawaze Excellence Awards 2024.
The cruise line received the award last night (16thMay) at a gala ceremony held in central London, attended by more than 170 guests and hosted by Patrick Grant, presenter of hit BBC show, The Great British Sewing Bee.
More than 150 entries were submitted across t
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has surprised the East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) with a £30,000 donation at the Sparkle in Spring Ball at Milsoms, Kesgrave on 10th May.
The fundraising event, was organised by Kim Berry, wife of Dr Neil Berry, who works for EAAA alongside working as a consultant anesthetist at Ipswich Hospital, and in total raised over £62,000 through ticket sales, an auction, raffl
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is giving guests the chance to make 2024 their year of adventure with a host of savings as part of its Summer Sale.
The offer includes savings on 40 cruises setting sail between July and December 2024, as well as the chance to add a drinks package for just £20 per person per night on selected sailings – for new bookings made by 26th June 2024 inclusive.
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The naval architect behind Borealis will enjoy a walk down memory lane when he steps foot on the ship for the first time in 27 years.
Dr Stephen Payne OBE, who was the project manager for the building of the ship, formerly known as Rotterdam VI for Holland America, will be joining a Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines sailing to Iceland this summer.
During his time on board for the ‘Whales and Volcanic
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.
