Press release - 13 February 2018 12:21

Fred. Olsen wins 'Best for Entertainment' in Cruise Critic's '2018 UK Cruisers' Choice Awards'

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is delighted to win two coveted 'Best Cruise Ship for Entertainment' accolades in Cruise Critic’s prestigious ‘2018 UK Cruisers’ Choice Awards’, chosen entirely by cruise guests, in the ‘Mid-Size’ category with its flagship, Balmoral, and in the 'Small Ship' category with Boudicca.

Cruise Critic’s ‘2018 UK Cruisers’ Choice Awards’ are based on reviews submitted on the influential website by UK holidaymakers who cruised during 2017. Cruise Critic is the largest independent online cruise community in the world.

Fred. Olsen cruises boast a range of different activities and entertainments each day, from fascinating expert guest speakers, to the chance to brush up on a favourite hobby or perhaps learn a new skill, to enjoying the sparkle of cabaret, comedy and music as the lights go down.

Adam Coulter, Managing Editor, Cruise Critic UK, said:

“We are delighted for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines on its recent award wins. The UK Cruisers’ Choice Awards marks an important date in the cruise industry’s calendar, highlighting the cruise ships that UK travellers rank as particularly outstanding.

"Our members play an invaluable role in helping to inform and guide other cruisers and first-time travellers to find and choose the best cruise ships for their ideal holiday, and indeed, we couldn’t have this authoritative awards programme without them.”

Helen Bennett, Entertainments Manager for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:

"It’s a great honour to win these two awards, as nominated by our guests.

"We pride ourselves on looking at each cruise and selecting what we feel will be the best acts for our guests, focussing on the appropriate variety acts for where the cruise is sailing. We have introduced some exciting new acts to the Company and will continue to do so for the forthcoming cruise seasons."

Fred. Olsen was also proud to be recognised as 'Best for Itineraries' in 2017 by Cruise Critic's experts - for the third year running - as well as 'Best for Solo Travellers'.

For further information on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, visit the website atwww.fredolsencruises.com To find out more about the Cruise Critic ‘2018 UK Cruisers’ Choice Awards’, go to https://www.cruisecritic.co.uk/memberreviews/cruiserschoice_index.cfm

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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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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

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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