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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launches new ‘Virtual Cruising’ programme to make the joys of discovering the world available to guests at home

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched a programme of ‘Virtual Cruising’ to bring the joys of small ship sailing and discovering the world to guests who are self-isolating in their homes.

The programme launched over the Easter weekend with a focus on Norway, including video footage showcasing the best of small ship cruising in some of the most stunning of the Norwegian fjords and a Sunday afternoon brain teaser.

The cruise line has also today launched a short story writing competition, with guests taking part to be in with a chance to win a five-night cruise for two in 2021.

Ben Williams, Head of Digital at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:

“We know that so many of our guests are missing their time at sea, just as much as we are missing having them on board.

“We may not be able to cruise across our wonderful world as we normally would, but we can bring many of the joys of cruising to our guests at home, and what better way to kick this off than with a celebration of our Norwegian Heritage?

“It has been a great opportunity for us to interact with our guests, and we have loved receiving comments and messages of support from all those who have enjoyed our virtual cruising journey so far.

“We are particularly looking forward to reading your short stories, and can’t wait to welcome the lucky winner on board with us next year!”

The Norwegian theme continues this week, with features including an ‘on board’ lecture from marine conservation charity ORCA, explorations of Olden and a celebration of the best of Bergen.

Guests are also being encouraged to share pictures of themselves enjoying their daily exercise every Wednesday as Fred. Olsen rolls out its daily ‘Walk a Mile with a Smile’, usually held each morning on each of the four ocean ships: Balmoral, Braemar, Boudicca and Black Watch.

An online content hub – ‘The Bridge’ – has also been created on the Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines website, including recipe ideas, short workouts, videos and blog posts.

Fred. Olsen’s virtual programme will continue next week with a focus on the Canary Islands, Madeira and the Azores, with a full itinerary to be posted across its social media channels at the start of the week.

For further information on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, or to join the virtual cruising experience or to enter the short story competition, search for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines on Facebook, or visit www.fredolsencruises.com/the-bridge

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Fred. Olsen Cruise Line operates in the UK with four intimately sized ships for a more personal cruising experience.

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Ellis Orchard

Ellis Orchard

Press contact Public Relations Manager Public Relations 07557672265
Georgina May

Georgina May

Press contact Public Relations Executive Public Relations
Lauren Gardner

Lauren Gardner

Press contact Public Relations Manager Public Relations 07546807099

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

At Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines we are very proud of our smaller ships – Bolette, Borealis and Balmoral - and the imaginative and unusual itineraries they allow us to offer. Every cruise is hand-crafted from scratch by our team of in-house Journey Planners to make sure you are not only visiting the best destinations, but at the best time to experience them.

For us, it’s not just about where we go but how we take you there. We put as much time into planning scenic cruising as we do in choosing the destinations themselves. On board, our Signature Experiences showcase the history, culture, nature and flavours of the destinations you’ll visit – from Treats of the Region, where you can enjoy local delicacies, to our Sky at Sea star-gazing sessions where you can relax with a hot toddy out on deck while our astronomer talks you through the night sky.

Plus, with each ship carrying 1,300 guests or less, our ships are small enough for us to offer a warm, friendly and personal service where nothing is ever too much trouble, as we visit a host of exciting ports in every corner of the globe.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Fred. Olsen House, White House Road
IP1 5LL Ipswich, Suffolk
United Kingdom

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