With the retirement of Black Prince in October 2009, the ship of the Fred. Olsen fleet that operated from northern ports, such as Liverpool and Greenock, her sister-ship Boudicca is scheduled to operate from more regional ports in 2010.
Fred. Olsen offers a choice of cruises from two Scottish ports in 2009 – Black Prince cruises out of Greenock during May and June, while Boudicca is based in Leith from late June to early August. Both ships operate a programme of northerly cruises to Norway, Iceland, the Baltic and the North Cape, as well as cruising closer to home, around the UK and Ireland.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has just launched its latest Captain’s Collection brochure, featuring 64 cruises departing in 2009 at very competitive prices. The cruises include all five ships and a wealth of different destinations.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has increased the number of separate sectors available on Balmoral’s World Cruise of 104 nights, departing from Dover on 14th February 2009.
In line with the falling price of oil in recent weeks, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has reviewed its policy regarding fuel supplements.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced it will retire its vessel Black Prince in October 2009. The 441 passenger ship, which was built for the company by Flender Werft in Lubeck in 1966, will operate a series of four Farewell Cruises starting on 9th September from Liverpool, and ending on 16th October in Southampton.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is to introduce a totally smoke free indoors environment on all five vessels in the fleet beginning early in 2009.
Fred. Olsen still has availability on two Caribbean Christmas cruises, for those who haven’t yet made plans for the festive season.
Why not combine Christmas shopping with a relaxing cruise by visiting some of Europe’s lovely Christmas markets?
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced a revision to itineraries for two of its ships for the summer 2009 and winter 2009/2010 seasons. The new programme affects Braemar and Boudicca, and dramatically reduces the number of fly/cruises the company will be offering over the next two years.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched a mini-brochure of selected winter cruises, many of which offer an additional bonus of free onboard credit. There are cruises aboard all five ships – Balmoral, Black Watch, Boudicca, Braemar and Black Prince – to destinations including the Caribbean, Canaries, Iberia and West Africa, all offering autumn and winter sun.
Always mindful of catering to customers’ needs and offering the latest services, Fred. Olsen launched an interactive TV service on board cruise ship Balmoral when she entered service in February 2008. The cruise line chose Allin Interactive to provide this service, a company with extensive experience in the field, having worked on over 40 cruise ships.
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.
