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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines aids Caribbean hurricane relief effort with donation of new crew uniforms worth over £30,000

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines aids Caribbean hurricane relief effort with donation of new crew uniforms worth over £30,000

​Fred. Olsen has assisted the Caribbean’s hurricane relief effort by donating brand new crew uniforms worth £33,000 to two of the worst-hit islands – Barbuda and Dominica. Fred. Olsen donated 1,465 new uniform items, along with 2,263 items of used uniforms. Much of the Caribbean was severely affected by Category 5 Hurricane Irma in September 2017, followed by the devastation of Hurricane Maria.

Fred. Olsen is voted ‘Best for Solo Travellers’ by Cruise Critic experts!

Fred. Olsen is voted ‘Best for Solo Travellers’ by Cruise Critic experts!

Fred. Olsen is proud to be named ‘Best for Solo Travellers’ in the Cruise Critic ‘UK Editors’ Picks Awards 2017’. This important accolade adds to Fred. Olsen recent haul of awards, as it was also voted ‘Best for Itineraries’ by Cruise Critic – for a record third year running – and ‘Best Ocean Cruise Line’ by Silver Travel Advisor, the over-50s travel specialists, for the second year in a row.

Free drinks or free tours in Fred. Olsen’s new ‘Cruise Sale’

Free drinks or free tours in Fred. Olsen’s new ‘Cruise Sale’

​Fred. Olsen’s biggest sale of the year has arrived, featuring over 100 sailings in 2018/19. Guests can explore the world on Fred. Olsen's four ocean ships – 'Balmoral', 'Braemar', 'Boudicca' and 'Black Watch' – as well as on its new river ship – 'Brabant' – and take advantage of FREE benefits, either complimentary drinks or tours, on bookings before 1st March 2018.

Enjoy ‘Seasonal Sailings’ with Fred. Olsen this Christmas and New Year!

Enjoy ‘Seasonal Sailings’ with Fred. Olsen this Christmas and New Year!

​For guests seeking sunshine or a European city break this Winter, Fred. Olsen has a selection of enchanting ‘Seasonal Sailings’ available over the Christmas period. These festive cruises offer guests the chance to escape the stresses of Christmas at home and enjoy the friendly atmosphere of smaller-ship sailing aboard one of three Fred. Olsen ships – 'Braemar', 'Boudicca' and 'Black Watch'.

The Minister of Tourism for Trinidad and Tobago, the Honourable Shamfa Ashaki Cudjoe, tries her hand at deck shuffleboard during a tour of Fred. Olsen's 'Balmoral' on her maiden call at the Port of Spain, Trinidad on 15th November 2017.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ flagship 'Balmoral' makes maiden call to Trinidad

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ 1,350-guest flagship, 'Balmoral', made her maiden call at the Port of Spain, Trinidad on 15th November 2017, as part of a 32-night ‘Caribbean Discovery’ cruise. The Minister of Tourism for Trinidad and Tobago, the Honourable Shamfa Ashaki Cudjoe, took time to visit 'Balmoral' and conducted the ceremonial Plaque exchange with the Ship’s Master, Captain Lars Kjeldsen.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launches new great-value solo offer on river cruise ship 'Brabant' in 2018

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launches new great-value solo offer on river cruise ship 'Brabant' in 2018

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched a great-value solo offer on board its 156-guest river cruise ship, Brabant, for 2018. Fred. Olsen solo guests can enjoy a twin room all to themselves with a reduced sole-occupancy supplement of just 25%. To take advantage of this fantastic solo deal, book a twin room on one of Fred. Olsen’s six selected European river cruises by 30th November 2017 inclusive.

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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

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IP1 5LL Ipswich, Suffolk
United Kingdom