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It’s a ‘floral frenzy’ for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ guests in 2015

It’s a ‘floral frenzy’ for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ guests in 2015

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering ‘green-fingered’ guests the chance to experience some of the most vibrant, colourful and unique gardens and flower festivals on two exciting cruises in 2015. 880 guest-ship Boudicca will embark on a 14-night ‘Madeira Flower Festival’ cruise, D1508, which departs from Dover on 14th April 2015, followed by an 11-night ‘Floral Britannia’ cruise, D1509.

New Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ research shows itinerary and destination more important than price

New Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ research shows itinerary and destination more important than price

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has conducted a survey of its guests post-cruise to determine their motivation in booking, and has found that, out of approximately 20,000 responses itinerary and destination are more important factors than the low price of the cruise holiday, scoring 39% and 16% respectively. In addition, the convenience of regional departure ports has also proven to be a key factor ...

Ipswich Town legend gets to ‘Wark on water’ once again, aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Braemar in Harwich

Ipswich Town legend gets to ‘Wark on water’ once again, aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Braemar in Harwich

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Braemar has welcomed a very special guest on board on her second call to Harwich, on her return from a spectacular seven-night Norwegian fjords cruise. To celebrate Fred. Olsen's travel partnership with Ipswich Town Football Club, the Master of Braemar, Captain Bent Ivar Gangdal, was introduced to Blues’ legend John Wark and gave him an extensive tour of the ship.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and Saga Holidays sign up to new partnership

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and Saga Holidays sign up to new partnership

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced that it has signed a significant new partnership agreement with Saga Holidays, to promote and sell its cruises. Saga will have allocations on a range of 2014/15 Fred. Olsen cruises across its fleet of four ships – Balmoral, Braemar, Boudicca and Black Watch – focusing on products that do not compete directly with Saga cruises.

Renew your wedding vows with Fred.!

Renew your wedding vows with Fred.!

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is now pleased to offer guests the chance to relive one of the most romantic and significant days of their lives, with its new ‘Renewal of Wedding Vows’ package, all for just £250.*

Take Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ‘Far East Explorer’ ‘Grand Voyage’ in 2015 for the ultimate cruise of a lifetime

Take Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ‘Far East Explorer’ ‘Grand Voyage’ in 2015 for the ultimate cruise of a lifetime

For 2015 Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ is offering guests the chance to experience some of the world’s most incredible destinations on board Balmoral’s 119-night ‘Far East Explorer’ (L1501). Departing from Southampton on 4th January 2015, this cruise, which is Fred. Olsen’s longest-ever sailing, is the ultimate experience of a lifetime. Stepping foot in 51 destinations, in 24 countries, ...

Experience the beautiful Baltic like never before with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines in 2015

Experience the beautiful Baltic like never before with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines in 2015

In 2015, for the first time, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering guests a chance to experience the Baltic region like never before. Taking full advantage of Braemar’s shallow draft Fred. Olsen is offering guests two new 14-night cruise holidays entitled ‘In the Heart of the Baltic’, departing from Dover on either 9th May 2015 (M1513) or 9th August 2015 (M1523), which will take guests to the ...

Experience ‘Rugged & Rural Canada’ on a  Fred. Olsen ex-UK cruise in just 16-nights

Experience ‘Rugged & Rural Canada’ on a Fred. Olsen ex-UK cruise in just 16-nights

For the first time, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering guests the chance to experience the unique and impressive landscapes of Canada on an ex-UK cruise…in just 16 nights! Requiring just 11 days’ leave for cruise guests who work, Black Watch’s ‘Rugged & Rural Canada’ cruise, (W1514), which departs from Liverpool on 14th August 2015, is the first no-fly, ex-UK Transatlantic cruise that Fred....

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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

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IP1 5LL Ipswich, Suffolk
United Kingdom