Press release - 29 May 2009 12:19

Fred. Olsen Launches the ArtsClub Microsite

A new microsite has just been launched by Fred. Olsen to promote The ArtsClub, the programme of special interest theme cruises which is available on selected itineraries on all five ships in the fleet. The ArtsClub encompasses a wide range of subjects on popular hobbies and pastimes, and is available to all passengers at no additional cost (with the exception of a small charge for wine tasting and materials for water-colour painting).

The microsite, which can be found at http://www.fredolsencruises-artsclub.co.uk/, includes cruises to destinations around the UK, the Canary Islands, Mediterranean, Caribbean and Northern Europe. It also gives details of what is included in each theme, as well as information and biographies of some of the regular lecturers involved in delivering The ArtClub programme.

On ArtsClub themed cruises, many people like to just 'dip in and dip out' of talks or demonstrations, whilst others become totally immersed in the subject. Some find that they are inspired to take up a new and fascinating pastime as a result, whilst others revive an interest in a previous hobby.

Topics are enormously wide-ranging and include music, dance, comedy, antique collecting, photography, wildlife, history, genealogy, gardens and wine tasting. The colourful and user-friendly microsite guides visitors to themes, ships and destinations, making it easy to find a featured topic you enjoy to a destination of your choice. Visitors to the site can also sign up to receive regular news updates.

Find out more by visiting http://www.fredolsencruises-artsclub.co.uk/.

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England

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

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Contacts

Ellis Orchard

Press contact Public Relations Manager Public Relations ellis.orchard@fredolsen.co.uk 07557672265

Georgina May

Press contact Public Relations Executive Public Relations georgina.may@fredolsen.co.uk

Lauren Gardner

Press contact Public Relations Manager Public Relations lauren.gardner@fredolsen.co.uk 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.

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