Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today (7th June) returned to the Port of Rosyth in Scotland, marking the start of a summer season of sailings aboard its 1,325-guest ship, Balmoral.
A total of eight cruises will depart from Rosyth between June and August 2025, offering guests the chance to enjoy scenic and cultural discoveries closer to home and further afield.
Highlights include scenic cruisin
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today returned to Dover, offering a selection of sailings throughout summer 2025 to destinations including Norway, Malta, Croatia, the Azores and Iceland.
This year, aboard Borealis, guests can witness the waterfalls of Langfoss and Kleivafoss; immerse themselves in outdoor activities such as fishing on the fjords; discover the historic charm of Dubrovnik and Split;
A group of 26 travel and tourism students from West Suffolk College have returned from an inspirational five-day study trip to the Netherlands, hosted by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.
The Suffolk-based cruise line welcomed the learners on board its smaller-sized ship, Borealis, for a round-trip sailing from Newcastle with visits to Amsterdam and Rotterdam – offering a unique opportunity to explore
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled its Summer Sale which includes FREE drinks packages on over 40 selected sailings - plus special savings offers for solo guests.
Guests booking eligible cruises between Wednesday 14th May and Wednesday 25th June, will benefit from FREE drinks packages worth up to £35.00 per person, per night, added to their cruise providing even greater value and the c
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has become the first cruise line to launch a Carbon Literacy training programme for its shoreside team, as part of its ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions and support sustainable practices.
The cruise line has pledged to become a certified Carbon Literate Organisation - an accreditation delivered by the Carbon Literacy Project that recognises organisations commi
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled new domestic flight options as part of it’s 2025 Mediterranean fly-cruise programme, meaning guests can start their holiday even closer to home.
The introduction of new domestic flight options from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Belfast and Newcastle will connect with flights from London Heathrow, offering guests a seamless start to their Mediterranean fly-cruis
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled a new 98-night around the world adventure, setting sail from Southampton in January 2027.
Guests aboard Borealis can look forward to a four-day stay in Hawaii, and visits to five Japanese ports, where calls have been carefully timed to avoid the peak tourist season and to coincide with the beauty of the late plum blossom.
The voyage will offer a num
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has said it has no plans to introduce an airline, after ‘leaked’ footage appearing to show a Fred. Olsen aircraft was confirmed to be an April Fool.
This morning, footage showing an aircraft with Fred. Olsen Airlines livery was ‘leaked’ across social media, and was soon followed by a statement from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ headquarters about the impending launch of th
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled an exciting programme of sailing for Autumn/Winter 2026, with more than 30 voyages taking in destinations such as Norway, the Mediterranean and more - plus chances to seek out the Northern Lights and the Geminid Meteor Shower.
The programme includes several standout sailings, such as Fred. Olsen’s three-ship Fleet Fiesta in Gran Canaria in December 2026, a
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today returned to Newcastle, offering a selection of sailings throughout spring and summer to destinations including Norway, Portugal, Spain, Scotland, France and the Mediterranean.
The arrival also marks the first time Fred. Olsen’s Borealis has visited the Port of Tyne, with the inaugural call celebrated with an exchange of plaques - a maritime tradition marking
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has received Good Housekeeping’s coveted Reader Recommended accreditation for its ‘unique and memorable’ itineraries.
It follows research undertaken by the Good Housekeeping Institute, among their members and those who have previously sailed with Fred. Olsen, looking into key areas such as the quality of the ports of call, overall cruise experience and how likely they
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has welcomed students from Lapwing Education to its Ipswich office to learn more about sustainability and environmental initiatives ahead of their Lego Robotics Challenge.
Founded in 2010, Lapwing Education, based in Martlesham, Suffolk, provides bespoke small-group learning for young people aged 4 to 25 with complex additional needs.
During their visit, the stud
