Fred. Olsen Cruise Line is the latest cruise line to join the gin fan club with the recent launch of their masterclasses. New for 2020, the classes are part of the cruise line’s on-board enrichment programme, offering guests the chance to create their own bespoke gin. The classes will take place on-board flagship Balmoral, with […]
Fred. Olsen to offer voluntourism excursions on Caribbean itineraries
Passengers of Fred. Olsen will soon have the opportunity to help local communities throughout the Caribbean when sailing with the cruise line in 2019. The cruise line has recently introduced a number of voluntourism opportunities under the name ‘Closer To The Real Caribbean’ to guests on-board their Caribbean sailings, including school visits and clearing nature […]
Fred.Olsen’s Black Watch to Undergo Huge Refit
Popular cruise ship Black Watch is to undergo a multi-million pound refit next month when she enters dry-dock for 26 days. The refurbishment project will see the 804-passenger ship undergo major changes to the staterooms and restaurants including: New interactive in-cabin TV systems, new safes and mini-bars Refurbished bathrooms Braemar Garden Café will be converted into […]
Fred.Olsen Introduce Kids’ Club
The Introduction of the kids club is being brought to Fred.Olsen Cruises. Little Skippers Kids’ Club will be the new home for children aboard. The Kids’ club will welcome children aged 5 to 11 during peak holiday seasons. Qualified hosts will arrange activities on-board, activities will include treasure hunts, quizzes, pizza & cookie making. If […]
Cruising with The King – Fred. Olsen’s Elvis at 80 voyage
Back in January, it was Elvis Presley’s 80th birthday, with fans worldwide celebrating and paying homage to the King of Rock n’ Roll in their own way. Needless to say, the celebrations were something special in Graceland that day but if you missed it, there’s no need to spend the night in Heartbreak Hotel, because […]
Five wins for Fred. Olsen at UK Cruisers’ Choice Awards
When it comes to capturing the essence of small-ship British cruising, nobody does it quite like Fred.Olsen and indeed, the UK-based line has built on its already strong reputation by scooping no fewer than five trophies at the recent UK Cruisers’ Choice Awards. As you’ve probably guessed from their title, the UK Cruisers’ Choice Awards […]