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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to welcome TV wildlife presenter on board cruises in Norway and South Africa

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to welcome TV wildlife presenter on board cruises in Norway and South Africa

One of Britain’s most loved television presenters will be joining guests on board two Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines sailings.
Michaela Strachan, a regular face on TV screens for the past three decades, will be spending six days on board Bolette for the ‘Scenic Autumnal Norwegian Fjords’ cruise in September.
Then, in March 2025 in South Africa, she will be joining Bolette’s maiden world sailing,

Enjoy free parking on selected Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines sailings from Portsmouth in 2024/2025

Enjoy free parking on selected Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines sailings from Portsmouth in 2024/2025

Guests can benefit from free car parking on a selection of sailings from Portsmouth with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.
Together with Portsmouth International Port, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering free car parking on selected 2024 and 2025 cruises departing from Portsmouth on bookings made by 24th October 2024 inclusive.
The cruising programme on board Borealis from Portsmouth offers guests

Captain Rommel Pineda with Dr Stephen Payne OBE. Credit: Sail Away

Ornate tea bricks gifted to Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines by Borealis’ naval architect

The naval architect behind Borealis has presented Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines with two decorative tea bricks.

Dr Stephen Payne OBE, who was the project manager for the building of the ship, formerly known as Rotterdam VI for Holland America, presented the ornate tea bricks to Captain Rommel Pineda on a recent cruise to Iceland.
The bricks, made of compressed tea, were previously owned by h

Dover and Deal Sea Cadets on the Bridge with Captain Rommel Pineda (right)

Dover and Deal Sea Cadets welcomed aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Borealis at the Port of Dover

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has welcomed the Dover and Deal Sea Cadets aboard Borealis, as part of an opportunity to learn more about life at sea.
Last Wednesday (31st July), during Borealis’ call into the Port of Dover, 19 cadets were welcomed aboard by members of Borealis’ Bridge Team, including Captain Rommel Pineda, Safety Officer Abbie Sanders and Navigation Officer George Gunningham.
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Enjoy family savings on selection of summer breaks with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Enjoy family savings on selection of summer breaks with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Families looking to get away on a last-minute break can enjoy special savings on a selection of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines this summer.

Across August, third and fourth guests can sail from just £199 per person when sharing a cabin with two full-paying adults.
These family savings are available on six cruises in August, with departures available from Liverpool, Newcastle, Dover, Southampt

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils 2025 fly-cruise Mediterranean sailings from Newcastle

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils 2025 fly-cruise Mediterranean sailings from Newcastle

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has revealed a selection of fly-cruise sailings from Newcastle in 2025.

Setting sail from the Port of Tyne in September 2025, there are five cruises ranging from 12 to 52 nights to the Mediterranean, including return flights to the UK.
Guests will be able to visit destinations such as the charming cliff-top towns of Cinque Terre and Amalfi, the beautiful Bay of K

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is finalist in two prestigious award schemes

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is finalist in two prestigious award schemes

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is vying for seven prizes at two coveted award schemes.
Fred. Olsen is in the running for two awards – Customers at the Heart of Everything and Best Customer Service – at the UK Customer Experience Awards 2024.

Alongside this, the Wave Awards 2024 shortlist has been announced with Fred. Olsen being named as a finalist in five categories.
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launches new behind the scenes tours for guests

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launches new behind the scenes tours for guests

Guests will be able to step behind the scenes and explore areas of the ship that are usually off limits.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched a new behind the scenes tour on board its fleet of three smaller-sized ships Bolette, Borealis and Balmoral.
As part of the new offering, guests can see the inner workings of the ships by venturing into the Galley to see how the chefs prepare delicio

‘Enhance your holiday, on us!’  Enjoy up to £150 per person to spend on board on selected 2024 sailings with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

‘Enhance your holiday, on us!’ Enjoy up to £150 per person to spend on board on selected 2024 sailings with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is giving the guests the opportunity to enhance their cruise with up to £150 per person to spend on board on a selection of 2024 sailings.

Guests can use their on board spending credit towards a number of experiences on board and ashore, from specialty dining, shore excursions, spa treatments and more.
Those looking to take advantage can choose from 18 sailings,

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and Port of Dover celebrate inaugural call of Borealis

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and Port of Dover celebrate inaugural call of Borealis

Borealis has sailed to Dover for her first ever turnaround call at the Port of Dover.
She was greeted by a water cannon fanfare as she sailed past the stunning White Cliffs, with a celebratory plaque exchange also taking place on board on 11th July.
It marks another chapter in the inspiring story of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and Dover, which began nearly 30 years ago with the arrival of the

Sail from Liverpool on epic world cruise with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Sail from Liverpool on epic world cruise with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Adventurers looking to take part in an around the world voyage can now set sail from Liverpool.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ flagship, Bolette, will set sail on her maiden world cruise ‘Voyage of Exploration Around the World’ in January 2025.
On 4th January, guests can embark in Liverpool before visiting beautiful destinations including Brazil, Chile, French Polynesia, Australia and South Afric

Sea Cadets aboard Balmoral in Rosyth

Edinburgh District Sea Cadets welcomed aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Balmoral in Rosyth

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has welcomed 24 Sea Cadets from the Edinburgh District Sea Cadets, in a chance to learn more about life and sea and step aboard a cruise ship.
Last Thursday (27th June), during Balmoral’s inaugural call of 2024 to the port of Rosyth, the Sea Cadets were welcomed by members of Balmoral’s Bridge Team, including Captain Steffan Ravneng, Safety Officer Euan Ross from and tw

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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.

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