Escape for some winter sunshine with up to £150 to spend aboard on selected sailings with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Those looking to exchange the cooler UK months for winter sunshine can take advantage of up to £150 onboard spending credit per cabin on a host of sailings with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines throughout Autumn, Winter and beyond.

Available on new bookings made between 12 August and 30 September 2026 inclusive, the promotion applies to selected sailings departing from October 2026 through to May 2027 aboard Fred. Olsen's fleet of smaller ships – Bolette, Borealis and Balmoral.

Featured in the offer are opportunities to uncover the Mediterranean's rich history and culture, from the ancient wonders of Athens and the historic streets of Dubrovnik to the vibrant markets of Istanbul. Further afield, guests can discover the Pyramids of Giza from Alexandria, while Spain, Portugal and the Canary Islands offer the chance to soak up some welcome winter sunshine.

Those in favour of a festive break can explore the Christmas markets of France and Belgium, while 2027 brings bucket-list adventures, including the chance to search for the Northern Lights in Arctic Norway.

Departures are available from Southampton, Liverpool, Newcastle and Rosyth, as well as on selected fly-cruise holidays aboard Fred. Olsen’s smallest ship Balmoral.

Doug Glenwright, Guest Experience Director at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:

"We're seeing exceptional demand for our cruises, with each of our ships achieving record levels of guest satisfaction this year – but there's still time to enjoy a Fred. Olsen cruise before the end of the year.

"This onboard credit offer gives guests even more value and flexibility, whether that's enjoying our award-winning speciality dining, experiencing our vibrant new entertainment, enhancing their time ashore with an excursion, or treating themselves to a relaxing spa experience.

"Whether you're looking for winter sunshine, a festive escape or a more adventurous getaway, now is a fantastic time to book your next sailing."

Standout sailings in the offer include:

Balmoral’s 31-night L263739 ‘Mediterranean Icons’ fly-cruise, departing from Limassol on 9 November 2026. Freedom Fares from £4,299 per person. Enjoy £150 in onboard spending credit per cabin when booked before 30 September 2026 inclusive. Flights and transfers included.

• Explore iconic Mediterranean destinations at a quieter time of year
• Immerse yourself in fun activities for the Fred. Olsen fleet meet up
• Embrace local Canarian and Moroccan traditions

Itinerary: Limassol, Cyprus – Alexandria, Egypt – Marmaris, Turkey – Istanbul, Turkey – Piraeus (for Athens), Greece – Valletta, Malta – Trapani, Italy – Cartagena, Spain – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Agadir, Morocco – Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands – Las Palmas, Canary Islands – Arrecife, Canary Islands – Funchal, Portugal – Lisbon, Portugal – Matosinhos, Portugal – Southampton, United Kingdom

For more details: visit L263739 Turkey, Greece, Morocco & Canaries Cruise | Fred. Olsen

Balmoral’s 10-night L2639 ‘Canaries Escape with the Fleet Fiesta’ fly-cruise, departing from Santa Cruz de Tenerife on 30 November 2026. Freedom Fares from £1,299 per person. Enjoy £150 in onboard spending credit per cabin when booked before 30 September 2026 inclusive. Flights and transfers included.

• Experience a day of festivities in Las Palmas with Bolette and Borealis
• Uncover the vibrant treasures of the Canaries, Madeira, Lisbon and Porto
• Soak up the winter sun in Gran Canaria and Tenerife

Itinerary: Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands – Las Palmas, Canary Islands – Arrecife, Canary Islands – Funchal, Portugal – Lisbon, Portugal – Matosinhos, Portugal – Southampton, United Kingdom

For more details: visit L2639 Canary Islands with The Fleet Fiesta | Fred. Olsen

Bolette’s 13-night T2701 ‘Southern Spain Siesta’ cruise, departing from Liverpool on 5 January 2027. Freedom Fares from £1,299 per person. Enjoy £150 in onboard spending credit per cabin when booked before 30 September 2026 inclusive.

• Swap wintry skies for warmer days in Spain
• Explore cities rich in history and atmosphere
• Experience iconic Spanish experiences, from tapas to flamenco

Itinerary: Liverpool, United Kingdom – La Coruña, Spain – Cádiz, Spain – Málaga, Spain – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Vigo, Spain – Liverpool, United Kingdom

For more details: visit T2701 Southern Spain Siesta Cruise | Fred. Olsen

Bolette’s 10-night T2706 ‘In Search of the Northern Lights’ cruise, departing from Newcastle on 4 April 2027. Freedom Fares from £1,249 per person, plus, enjoy £50 of onboard spend per cabin when booked before 30^thSeptember 2026.

• Take the chance to look for the Northern Lights from Bolette's decks
• Marvel at the beauty of the Vesterålen archipelago's fjords and forests
• Enjoy an overnight stay in Harstad, perfect for aurora spotting

Itinerary: Newcastle, United Kingdom – Ålesund, Norway – Crossing the Arctic Circle, Norway – Harstad, Norway – Sortland, Norway – Molde – Newcastle, United Kingdom

For more details: visit T2706 Northern Lights Cruise | Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

With Freedom Fare, guests can enjoy full-board dining, selected drinks with lunch and dinner, gratuities, onboard entertainment, activities and enrichment, port taxes and fees, and the reassurance of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Satisfaction Guarantee.

To view the full list of cruises included in this offer, and to book to experience the Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines feeling for yourself, visit fredolsencruises.com. Call Reservations on 0800 0355 242 (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, Sunday 10am to 4pm) or contact your ABTA travel agent.