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Free champagne afternoon tea for teachers on select 2024/25 summer holiday cruises

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Free champagne afternoon tea for teachers on select 2024/25 summer holiday cruises

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering teachers a free champagne traditional afternoon tea for two on sailings in July and August to coincide with the summer holidays.

Traditionally, booking holidays during the school breaks can be an expensive challenge for those working in the education sector.

Clare Ward, Director of Product and Customer Service at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:

“At Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, you won’t see us hike up our cruise prices during the school holidays, as we are not targeting ourselves towards those with young families. This makes us a great cruise line for teachers looking for a break outside of term-time.

“The offer of a complimentary champagne afternoon tea is available for cruises of six nights or more in July and August 2024 and 2025 which includes destinations including the stunning Norwegian Fjords, the volcanic Azores, picturesque French rivers and rugged Iceland.

“By choosing a Fred. Olsen cruise, you can visit multiple destinations off the beaten tourist trail, immerse in the local way of life, learn about the culture and enjoy stunning scenery, all while enjoying the comfort and on board experience on our fleet of smaller-sized ships”.

The offer, which is applicable to new bookings until 31st July 2024, can be applied by calling our Reservations Team and stating code TEACH245. Teacher Reference Numbers (TRNs) must also be provided.

Cruise highlights include:

Balmoral’s 10-night L2422 ‘The Life and Landscapes of Iceland’ cruise, departing from Rosyth on 22nd July 2024. Prices start from £1,299 per person.

  • Discover volcanic wonders such as the Snæfellsjökull Glacier
  • Witness thundering waterfalls and spurting geysers
  • Take the chance to encounter humpbacks on a whale-watching tour

Itinerary: Rosyth, Scotland – Cruising by Duncansby Sea Stacks, Scotland – Cruising Pentland Firth, Scotland – Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland – Reykjavik, Iceland – Grundarfjörður, Iceland – Cruising by Hrisey, Iceland – Cruising Eyjafjörður, Iceland – Akureyri, Iceland – Husavik, Iceland – Torshavn, Faroe Islands – Rosyth, Scotland

For more details: Visit L2422 ‘The Life and Landscapes of Iceland’

Borealis’ 14-night S2417 ‘Volcanic Islands of the Azores and Madeira’ cruise, departing from Dover on 31stJuly 2024. Prices start from £1,199 per person.

  • Discover more of Portugal’s maritime history in Lisbon
  • Admire the blue hydrangeas in full bloom in the Azores
  • Spot sperm whales and other marine life with ORCA representatives

Itinerary: Dover, UK – Praia da Vitoria, Azores – Ponta Delgada, Azores – Funchal, Madeira (overnight stay) – Lisbon, Portugal – Cruise Mouth of River Tagus, Belem Tower and Discovery Monument, Portugal – Cruise by Cristo Rei and Abril 25 Bridge, Portugal – Lisbon, Portugal – Lexiões, Portugal – Dover, UK

For more details: Visit S2417 ‘Volcanic Islands of the Azores and Madeira’

Bolette’s nine-night T2418 ‘Summertime Norwegian Fjords’ cruise, departing from Liverpool on 15th August 2024. Prices start from £1,199 per person.

  • Uncover Norwegian folklore in Trollveggen and Trollstigen
  • From Olden, visit the Briksdal Glacier with a local expert
  • Marvel at the Seven Sisters Waterfall from Bolette’s decks

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK – Cruising Nordfjord and Innvikfjord, Norway – Olden, Norway – Ålesund, Norway – Åndalsnes, Norway – Geiranger, Norway – Cruise by the Seven Sisters Waterfall, Norway – Cruising Storfjorden, Norway – Cruising by Strandafjellet Mountain, Norway – Liverpool, UK

For more details: Visit T2418 ‘Summertime Norwegian Fjords'

Borealis’ nine-night S2521 ‘Scenic Islands and Coastlines of Scotland and Ireland’ cruise, departing from Southampton on 4thAugust 2025. Prices start from £1,499 per person.

  • Experience the rugged beauty of Scottish and Irish landscapes
  • Enjoy Gaelic traditions of dancing and tales of folklore
  • Visit the legendary Neolithic site of Skara Brae

Itinerary: Southampton, UK – Aberdeen, Scotland – Lerwick, Scotland – Kirkwall, Scotland – Cruising by the Needle, UK – Cruising by Old Man of Hoy, UK – Cruising by the Small Isles, Scotland – Cruising Loch Hourn, Scotland – Cruising by Dutchman’s Cap (Bac Mor), Scotland – Cruising by Fingal’s Cave, Scotland – Killybegs, Ireland – Pass Slieve League Cliffs, Ireland – Galway, Ireland – Cruising by Cliffs of Moher, Ireland – Southampton, UK

For more details: Visit S2521 ‘Scenic Islands and Coastlines of Scotland and Ireland'

Bolette’s 15-night T2528 ‘Exploring Rugged and Remote Greenland and Iceland’ cruise, departing from Liverpool on 7thAugust 2025. Prices start from £2,299 per person.

  • Discover the wild and rugged landscapes of Iceland and Greenland
  • Experience the Inuit community tradition of kaffemik
  • Enjoy scenic cruising of Tasermiut and Tunulliarfik fjords

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK – Reykjavik, Iceland – Cruising Prins Christian Sund, Greenland – Narsarsuaq, Greenland – Cruise Tunulliarfik Fjord, Greenland – Qaqortoq, Greenland – Cruise Einarsfjord, Greenland – Nanortalik, Greenland – Ísafjörður, Iceland – Akureyri, Iceland – Cruising Eyjafjörður, Iceland – Liverpool, UK

For more details: Visit T2518 ‘Exploring Rugged and Remote Greenland and Iceland'

For further information on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, visit the website at www.fredolsencruises.com
Book online, 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.

Contacts

Ellis Orchard

Ellis Orchard

Press contact Public Relations Manager Public Relations 07557672265
Georgina May

Georgina May

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.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

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