Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Balmoral

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Balmoral Cruises

Balmoral is Fred Olsen Cruises latest ship and although she is slightly larger than the rest of the fleet she is still small enough to slip into less visited ports of call and offer the intimate, home from home atmosphere for which Fred Olsen is renowned. Before joining the fleet in 2008, she underwent a major refit and lengthening to enhance and add new onboard facilities and to add a further 186 cabins, many with balconies. more info ›

Balmoral will be cruising out of Dover throughout 2009 and 2010 offering itineraries to the Mediterranean, Northern Europe and the Canary Islands plus World cruises departing in February 2009 and January 2010.

Facts & Figures

Balmoral has a guest capacity of 1,350, a length of 715ft and a gross tonnage of 92ft. Her maiden voyage was on 7th June 1988 and she cruises at a comfortable speed of 22knots/25mph.

Did you know…Balmoral is the largest ship in the Fred. Olsen fleet?

Not to be missed…Whilst on board. You must visit the "Observatory Lounge" with its panoramic views of the ocean and beyond

Dining

The main restaurants on-board Balmoral are; "Ballindallock", "Avon" and "Spey" Restaurants. These are all formal restaurants that offer a choice of the finest cuisine. For informal eatery you could try "Marquee Bar" for lunchtime snacks, or "Palms Café" for all the delicious choices that you will receive in the main restaurants, but in a more informal buffet-style way.

Leisure

Balmoral has lots of leisure activities to keep you busy all day long. You can play a spot of golf, jog around the promenade, take advantage of the fitness centre with classes such as; Yoga and Pilates, send your family and friends an e-postcard in the Internet Café, take a dip in the Swimming Pool or soak up the sun on the loungers, Shop till you drop with jewellery, clothes and perfume on offer, give yourself some quiet time to read a book in the Library or observe the spectacular art in the Art Gallery.

Entertainment

There are plenty of bars and lounges aboard Balmoral with a variety of shows and entertainment acts. "Neptune Lounge" features live shows and cabaret acts, "Morning Light Pub" has a friendly atmosphere with comedians and live music. "Observatory Lounge" is where you can have a pre-dinner drinks and awe at the extraordinary ocean views, "Lido Lounge" offers cocktails and dancing to the on-board band, or if you fancy your hand with lady luck, then try the "Casino" for Blackjack, Roulette and Poker.

Relaxation

What better way than to spend your day pampering yourself to a selection of treatments in the spa. You can choose from a selection of treatments including; massage, facials, body wraps, all with the magnificent view of the ocean ahead. There is also a hair-dresser on-board for you to get a new style or even just a trim, but it is best to book early as it is a really popular facility.

Family

Children are welcome on-board Balmoral and she does offer children’s activities during the summer, but Balmoral is for the more mature traveller so it would be unusual for children to be on-board.

Medical & Accessibility

There is a medical centre on-board fully stocked with everything that you may need in case of an emergency and there is always a doctor and nurse on call 24 hours. Balmoral has a number of staterooms designed to accommodate wheelchair users. Balmoral is currently testing an infra-red system for people with hearing difficulties and if successful, this will be used within the entire fleet.

Dining

Ballindalloch Restaurant (Deck 6)
Palms Café (Deck 7)
Avon Restaurant (Deck 10)
Spey Restaurant (Deck 10)

Recreation

Arts and Crafts Room (Deck 3)
Aft Pool and two jacuzzis (Deck 7)
Fitness Centre and Aerobics Room (Decks 10)
Sun deck with pool and two jacuzzis (Deck 11)
Golf Net (Deck 11)
Basketball Court (Deck 14)
Lawn/Bocce Bowling (Deck 14)

Relaxation

Spa treatments (Deck 10)

Entertainment

Neptune Lounge/Theatre (Deck 7)
Card Room (Deck 7)
Gaming Tables (Deck 8)

Bars & Lounges

Morning Light Pub (Deck 7)
Braemar Lounge (Deck 7)
Lido Lounge & Bar (Deck 8)
Marquee Bar (Deck 10)
Observatory Lounge (Deck 10)

Other

Photo Gallery (Deck 6)
Art Gallery (Deck 6)
Boutique Shops (Deck 7)
Internet Room (Deck 7)
Library (Deck 7)
Beauty Salon (Deck 10)

Ship Facts

Maiden Voyage: 7 June 1988 (as Crown Odyssey)
Gross Tonnage: 43,537
Passengers: 1,350
Passenger Decks: 11
Length: 715ft (218m)
Max Beam (width): 92.7ft (28.2m)
Draft: 23.9ft (7.25m)
Cruising Speed: 22.5 knots (42km/h)

A	Superior Outside
B	Superior Outside
BA	Superior Balcony
BC	Balcony
BJ	Balcony Junior Suite
C	Outside
D	Outside
E	Outside
F	Outside with Porthole
G	Superior Inside
H	Inside
I	Inside
J	Superior Single Balcony
JB	Single Balcony
K	Single Outside
L	Single Outside
M	Superior Single Inside
MS	Marquee Suite
N	Single Inside
PS	Premier Suite
SS	Superior Suite

Superior Outside

Category code(s): A

Approx.200 sq.ft. Slightly larger than a B grade, these cabins have picture windows and a bathroom with bath and/or shower. Facilities include an interactive television. Please note cabin 8007 & 8011 do not include a sofa.

Sailing Date	Cruise Name	Prices From
February 18, 2012	21 Night Valparaiso To Rio -- From Valparaiso To R	CALL	Select
February 18, 2012	45 Night Valparaiso To Southampton -- From Valpara	CALL	Select
February 19, 2012	19 Night Valparaiso To Rio -- From Valparaiso To R	£2535	Select
February 19, 2012	44 Night Valparaiso To Southampton -- From Valpara	£4430	Select
April 3, 2012	5 Night Titanic Mini Cruise -- From Southampton To	£299	Select
April 29, 2012	13 Night Canary Islands -- From Southampton To Sou	£979	Select
May 12, 2012	14 Night Western Mediterranean -- From Southampton	£1099	Select
May 26, 2012	3 Night Mini Cruise -- From Southampton To Southam	£269	Select
May 29, 2012	8 Night Norway -- From Southampton To Southampton	£949	Select
June 6, 2012	22 Night Adriatic -- From Southampton To Southampt	£2399	Select
June 28, 2012	14 Night Baltic -- From Southampton To Southampton	£1499	Select
July 12, 2012	8 Night Norway -- From Southampton To Southampton	£892	Select
July 20, 2012	14 Night Baltic -- From Southampton To Southampton	£1557	Select
August 3, 2012	8 Night Norway -- From Southampton To Southampton	£849	Select
August 11, 2012	14 Night Western Mediterranean -- From Southampton	£1199	Select
August 11, 2012	15 Night Southampton/antwerp -- From Southampton T	£1633	Select
August 25, 2012	3 Night Mini Cruise -- From Southampton To Southam	£331	Select
August 26, 2012	10 Night Antwerp/southampton -- From Antwerp To So	CALL	Select
August 28, 2012	8 Night Norway -- From Southampton To Southampton	£889	Select
September 5, 2012	28 Night Canada -- From Southampton To Southampton	£2969	Select
October 3, 2012	10 Night Iberia And Morocco -- From Southampton To	£899	Select
October 13, 2012	14 Night Western Mediterranean -- From Southampton	£1395	Select
October 27, 2012	7 Night Iberia -- From Southampton To Southampton	£619	Select
November 3, 2012	13 Night Canary Islands -- From Southampton To Sou	£999	Select
November 16, 2012	17 Night Cape Verde -- From Southampton To Southam	£1576	Select
December 13, 2012	9 Night Christmas Markets -- From Southampton To S	£806	Select
December 22, 2012	14 Night Canary Islands Xmas -- From Southampton T	£1529	Select
January 5, 2013	25 Night Southampton To Acapulco -- From Southampt	£2545	Select
January 5, 2013	26 Night Southampton To Acapulco -- From Southampt	CALL	Select
January 5, 2013	52 Night Southampton To Sydney -- From Southampton	£5148	Select
January 5, 2013	53 Night Southampton To Sydney -- From Southampton	CALL	Select
January 5, 2013	74 Night Southampton To Bangkok -- From Southampto	£9499	Select
January 5, 2013	75 Night Southampton To Bangkok -- From Southampto	CALL	Select
January 5, 2013	90 Night Southampton To Dubai -- From Southampton	£8102	Select
January 5, 2013	91 Night Southampton To Dubai -- From Southampton	CALL	Select
January 5, 2013	112 Night World Cruise 2013 -- From Southampton To	£9499	Select
January 29, 2013	29 Night Acapulco To Sydney -- From Acapulco To Sy	CALL	Select
January 29, 2013	51 Night Acapulco To Bangkok -- From Acapulco To L	CALL	Select
January 29, 2013	67 Night Acapulco To Dubai -- From Acapulco To Dub	CALL	Select
January 29, 2013	88 Night Acapulco To Southampton -- From Acapulco	CALL	Select
January 30, 2013	27 Night Acapulco To Sydney -- From Acapulco To Sy	£3276	Select
January 30, 2013	49 Night Acapulco To Bangkok -- From Acapulco To L	£4939	Select
January 30, 2013	65 Night Acapulco To Dubai -- From Acapulco To Dub	£6411	Select
January 30, 2013	87 Night Acapulco To Southampton -- From Acapulco	£8045	Select
February 24, 2013	25 Night Sydney To Bangkok -- From Sydney To Laem	CALL	Select
February 24, 2013	41 Night Sydney To Dubai -- From Sydney To Dubai	CALL	Select
February 24, 2013	62 Night Sydney To Southampton -- From Sydney To S	CALL	Select
February 26, 2013	22 Night Sydney To Bangkok -- From Sydney To Laem	£2725	Select
February 26, 2013	38 Night Sydney To Dubai -- From Sydney To Dubai	£4219	Select
February 26, 2013	60 Night Sydney To Southampton -- From Sydney To S	£5889	Select
March 19, 2013	18 Night Bangkok To Dubai -- From Laem Chabang To	CALL	Select
March 19, 2013	39 Night Bangkok To Southampton -- From Laem Chaba	CALL	Select
March 20, 2013	16 Night Bangkok To Dubai -- From Laem Chabang To	£1984	Select
March 20, 2013	38 Night Bangkok To Southampton -- From Laem Chaba	£4049	Select
April 4, 2013	23 Night Dubai To Southampton -- From Dubai To Sou	CALL	Select
April 5, 2013	22 Night Dubai To Southampton -- From Dubai To Sou	£2260	Select

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