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Simon Weston CBE. Credit: Derek D'Souza Photography

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to welcome war veteran Simon Weston CBE when Balmoral visits Falkland Islands in 2023

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines will be welcoming war veteran Simon Weston CBE aboard Balmoral in 2023, when the ship visits the Falkland Islands as part of its epic 78-night voyage to South America and the Antarctic.
Simon Weston CBE will join guests onboard for 14-nights during the call into Port Stanley, and will share his experiences of his time in the Falklands.
Simon is well-known in the Un

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines looks ahead to inaugural fleet get-together as one-year countdown launched for ‘Four Ladies in Lisbon’

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines looks ahead to inaugural fleet get-together as one-year countdown launched for ‘Four Ladies in Lisbon’

Today marks one year until Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ new-look fleet will get together for the first time, celebrating in Portugal’s vibrant capital, Lisbon.
On 22nd October 2021, Fred. Olsen’s four ships Bolette, Borealis, Balmoral and Braemar will between them host ‘Four Ladies in Lisbon’, with support from the Port of Lisbon and organisations within the city.
It is the third time that Fred

Set sail on Boudicca to beautiful Greenland with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines in 2017

Five Fred. Olsen New Year cruise resolutions

Whether it is seeing dramatic icebergs ‘up close’, or watching the sun rise in an exotic location, there are plenty of reasons why a cruise is high on holidaymakers’ ‘bucket lists’ for 2017!

Make yours a hassle-free Christmas this year on a Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ‘Seasonal Sailing’

Make yours a hassle-free Christmas this year on a Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ‘Seasonal Sailing’

Why not take the stresses and strains out of the festive period this year with one of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines four ‘Seasonal Sailings’? Guests can choose to celebrate Christmas and New Year in style on 'Balmoral', 'Braemar', 'Boudicca' and 'Black Watch', in the Canaries, Caribbean, or on Fred. Olsen’s first-ever ‘Around the UK’ Christmas cruise – fittingly named ‘Tinsel & Hogmanay’.

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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

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