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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils five brand-new 2026 sailings with FREE On-Board Spend and introductory offers

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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils five brand-new 2026 sailings with FREE On-Board Spend and introductory offers

Travellers looking to create unforgettable moments at sea now have five brand-new 2026 cruises to choose from. To mark the launch of these new adventures, guests can enjoy introductory fares and special offers, available for a limited time.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched five brand-new 2026 cruises from Liverpool on board their flagship, Bolette.

These cruises include the chance to witness the picturesque landscapes of the Norwegian fjords, enjoy the pristine sands and tropical scenery of the Caribbean, experience the scenic shores of the Mediterranean and explore North Africa and the Iberian Peninsula.

Guests can enjoy up to £285 per person FREE On-Board Spend plus additional savings or benefits when booked before 28thFebruary 2025. Savings are based on future pricing which will come in after the campaign.

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

“We’re incredibly excited to launch these five new itineraries, each carefully crafted to ensure we take guests to some captivating ports of call, offering a variety of authentic experiences which allow our guests to get deeper into the heart of each destination.

“The smaller size of our flagship, Bolette,allows us to offer a warm and friendly atmosphere on board, where you feel at home from the moment you step aboard. We can’t wait to welcome guests aboard these sailings to create some truly magical moments in some truly incredible destinations.”

These five new sailings are in addition to Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Turn of Year sale, which offers additional savings on over 100 cruises and FREE On-Board Spend up to £330 per person when booked before 28thFebruary 2025.

The five new cruises include:

Bolette’s 12-night T2603 ‘Exploring Spain, Portugal & Morocco’ cruise departing from Liverpool on 5th January 2026. Prices start from £1,499 per person. Enjoy £180 per person FREE On-Board Spend and save £120 per person.

  • · Explore the vibrant cities of Porto, Tangier and Melilla
  • · Indulge in local cuisines like tapas and pastéis de nata
  • · Discover historic landmarks like the Rock of Gibraltar

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK – Tangier, Morocco – Melilla, Spanish Morocco, Spain – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Cádiz, Spain – Lisbon, Portugal – Matosinhos (for Porto), Portugal – Liverpool, England
For more details: Bolette's T2603 'Exploring Spain, Portugal and Morocco' cruise

Bolette’s 32-night T2604 ‘Islands of the Caribbean’ cruise, departing from Liverpool on 8th February 2026. Prices start from £3,799 per person with £200 FREE On-Board Spend and FREE Door-to-door of up to 200 miles.

  • · Experience warming winter sun on your Caribbean cruise
  • Sample local foods and immerse yourself in Creole culture
  • Discover the fragrant spice markets of Grenada

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK – Lisbon, Portugal – Funchal, Madeira, Portugal – Bridgetown, Barbados – Bequia, St Vincent and Grenadines – St George’s, Grenada – Kingstown, St Vincent – Castries, St Lucia – Fort-de-France, Martinique – Phillipsburg, St Maarten – Basseterre, St Kitts – St John’s, Antigua – Ponta Delgada, Portugal (overnight) – Liverpool, UK

For more details: Bolette's T2604 'Islands of the Caribbean' cruise

Bolette’s 19-night T2605 ‘Mediterranean Islands, Harbours & Coastlines’ cruise, departing from Liverpool on 12th March 2026. Prices start from £2,279 per person. Enjoy £285 per person FREE On-Board Spend and save £190 per person.

  • · Explore a selection of captivating Mediterranean towns
  • · Sample tapas in Malaga and seafood in Sicily
  • · Wander through the bustling medina of Tangier

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK – Tangier, Morocco – Malaga, Spain – Alicante, Spain – Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy – Valletta, Malta (overnight) – Catania, Sicily, Italy - Cartagena, Spain – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Liverpool, UK
For more details:
Bolette's T2605 'Mediterranean Islands, Harbours and Coastlines' cruise

Bolette’s 7-night T2606 ‘Islands & Coastlines of Scotland’ cruise, departing from Liverpool on 31st March 2026. Prices start from £899 per person. Enjoy £35 per person FREE On-Board Spend and save £70 per person.

  • · Scenic cruise past rugged sea stacks and dramatic headlands
  • · Immerse yourself in Scottish traditions like Gaelic music and dance
  • · Explore captivating landmarks like Skara Brae

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK – Belfast, Northern Ireland – Cruise past Fingal’s Cave, Scotland – Stornoway, Lewis, Scotland – Kirkwall, Orkney, Scotland – Cruise by the Small Isles, Scotland – Cruise the Sound of Mull, Scotland – Cruise past Duart Castle, Scotland – Cruise past Ailsa Craig, Scotland – Liverpool, UK
For more details:
Bolette's T2606 'Islands and Coastlines of Scotland' cruise

Bolette’s 7-night T2607 ‘Falls & Fjords of Norway’ cruise, departing from Liverpool on 7th April 2026. Prices start from £999 per person. Enjoy £35 per person FREE On-Board Spend and save £70 per person.

  • · Experience the Norwegian Fjords on this week-long cruise
  • · Embrace the Norwegian outdoor concept of friluftsliv
  • · Sail the scenic waterways of Hardangerfjord and Maurangerfjord

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK – Belfast, Northern Ireland – Bergen, Norway – Cruise Hardangerfjord, Norway – Eidfjord, Norway – Cruise Maurangerfjord (to the Fureberg Waterfall), Norway – Liverpool, UK
For more details:
Bolette's T2607 'Falls and Fjords of Norway' cruise

For further information on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ five new cruises, visit the website at www.fredolsencruises.com/just-released

Book online, call Reservations on 0800 0355 215 (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, Sunday 10am to 4pm), or contact your ABTA travel agent

Contacts

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Ellis Orchard

Press contact Public Relations Manager Public Relations 07557672265
Georgina May

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Press contact Public Relations Executive Public Relations

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

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.

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