Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

22/01/2025

Let us know your cruise countdown in the comments below...👇

21/01/2025

We are excited to share five new cruises with you, departing from Liverpool in early 2026 aboard our flagship Bolette…

☀️ Exploring Spain, Portugal & Morocco
5th January 2026 | 12 nights | Cruise code T2603

🏝️ Islands of the Caribbean
8th February 2026 | 32 nights | Cruise code T2604

🛳️ Mediterranean Islands, Harbours & Coastlines
12th March 2026 | 19 nights | Cruise code T2605

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Islands & Coastlines of Scotland
31st March 2026 | 7 nights | Cruise code T2606

🏞️ Falls & Fjords of Norway
7th April 2026 | 7 nights | Cruise code T2607

Discover all of the full itineraries here: https://www.fredolsencruises.com/just-released

Which cruise would you like to join us for? Let us know in the comments below!

See our just released new 2026 cruises sailing to the Norwegian Fjords, British Isles, Iceland and more. Book your Fred. Olsen cruise online today!

20/01/2025

On Saturday, our smallest ship Balmoral returned from a sunny sailing to Spain, Gibraltar and Morocco. ☀️

Take a look at some of the highlights of this cruise, from dolphin-spotting in Gibraltar to sightseeing in Cartagena.

She is now on her way to Norway, in search of the Northern Lights! 🤞

19/01/2025

This week, as part of her Caribbean cruise, Borealis sailed past the breathtaking pitons of St. Lucia. 🛳️🏝️

18/01/2025

Did you spot us on TV last night? We hope you enjoyed seeing our adventures to the Norwegian fjords! 🇳🇴🛳️🏞️

We visited some of our favourite places in the fjords, including the Briksdal Glacier on tour from Olden, kayaking in the Brosundet canal in Ålesund, and the exceptional vantage points from the Loen Skylift and Romsdalen Gondola.

This weekend only, we're offering an extra saving of £40pp on 2025 cruises to Norway when you use the code 'NORWAY40'. Be quick, this offer ends at midnight on Monday!

Find out more here: https://www.fredolsencruises.com/norwegian-fjords

17/01/2025

Tonight, our flagship Bolette will make her Channel 5 debut, as presenter Susan Calman explores the Norwegian Fjords on an eight-night adventure from Liverpool. 🛳️

Visiting the ports of Olden, Ålesund, Åndalsnes and Geirganger, complete with scenic sailings of Nordfjord, Geirangerfjord and past the world-famous Seven Sisters Waterfall. She learnt more about the cruise operation, joining guests for a behind the scenes tour to visit the food stores, laundry and galley to meet with the crew who run these vital procedures, got dressed up for formal night and even indulged in some time in the spa. 💆‍♀️

The programme will air at 8pm tonight and will also be available on demand on My5.

16/01/2025

Moments that make you smile, moments that make your jaw drop. Moments that last seconds, moments that last a lifetime. To help turn your moments into memories that last a lifetime, we’ve assembled the first Moments Crew, a group of famous documentarians who will capture guests’ most memorable onboard moments in art, literature and photography. 🎨📷📖

Artist Jim Moir (aka Vic Reeves), best-selling writer Jenny Eclair, and celebrity photographer Scarlet Page are all setting sail with us this year, and are taking their canvases, notebooks and cameras with them.

For a chance to have your special moments, simply book yourself onto Jim, Jenny or Scarlet’s cruise and register your interest on the MyCruises platform to be entered into a prize draw. Find out more here: https://www.fredolsencruises.com/meet-the-moments-crew 🛳️

14/01/2025

We are immensely proud to be the longest-running corporate partner of the RNLI 🌊💙

As a part of our fundraising efforts, this month we’ve partnered with them on a prize draw, giving you the chance to win a 7-night cruise for two to the stunning Scottish isles aboard Balmoral 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Find out more here on how to enter: https://fundraise.rnli.org/event/prizedraw/home

The prize draw will be live 13th Jan – 4th Feb 2025. Winners will be contacted by the RNLI by email or phone 6th February 2025.

13/01/2025

On Saturday, as part of her World Cruise, Bolette visited the sunny port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. ☀️

Next stop, Praia, Cape Verde! 🛳️

Have you been to Tenerife before?

11/01/2025

Have you ever celebrated a special birthday, anniversary, engagement, or even renewed your vows on board with us? 🎉

We'd love to hear your stories in the comments below...👇

09/01/2025

Today, Bolette visited the city of Lisbon for her first port of call on her first-ever World Cruise 🇵🇹🌍

08/01/2025

We're pleased to introduce you to our new Cruise Director, Lucy Kelly!

Lucy joins us from Princess Cruises and is based in the Cotswolds. She has started her role with us on board Borealis. To help you get to know her better, we asked her some very important questions...

⚓ What inspired you to become a Cruise Director?

"I was working as a performing arts teacher and wanted a career change that involved being back on stage myself. My background is in theatre and stand-up comedy so I couldn’t believe a job that was so suited to me existed! I was also looking for a new adventure and to travel, so entertainment on ships was the perfect next step. It was a huge step for me leaving behind my job, home and all my friends but I joined Princess as an Assistant Cruise Director and never looked back!"

🛳️ What is the most rewarding aspect of being a Cruise Director and why?

"Most definitely hearing about how much guests have loved a cruise and the fact you have played even a small part in that. I’m always very touched by it, it never fails to make me smile."

🌎 What is your favourite cruise destination?

"It’s a tough call between Lisbon and Panama (old town) but I’ll go with Lisbon for the beautiful buildings, delicious food and the iconic sail-in!"

Welcome aboard, Lucy! 💙

07/01/2025

We are so pleased to share our Employees of the Month for December on board Borealis. 🛳️

Umesh Vishwas Duduskar, Room Service Waiter, has been part of the Fred. Olsen family since 2008! He is positive, cheerful and always lending a helping hand to his colleagues. Well done, Umesh!

I Wayan Gede Raka Dana, Laundryman, has also been in our team for many years, since 2007! He is efficient and hardworking, as well as having an inspiring and motivating attitude. His positivity has been described as a 'ray of sunshine' by his colleagues. Keep up the good work, I Wayan!

Kenn Lester Boncales, Junior Seafarer Engine, started working with us in October 2022. He has shown great dedication, work ethic and reliability, making him a very valuable member of the Engine department. Thank you, Kenn!

06/01/2025

A big thank you to Mr R Ross for his lovely review of our Northern Lights sailing. ✨🌌

If you haven't spotted the Northern Lights yet, or you'd love to see them again at their very best in Northern Norway, join us on board: https://bit.ly/4dAeKyB

05/01/2025

We're so proud to share our Employees of the Month for December on board our flagship, Bolette. 🛳️

Abhishek, Restaurant Waiter, started in our team as a Cafe Attendant but quickly progressed into his current role. Aswell as providing a smooth and enjoyable dining experience for our guests, Abhishek looks after the Restaurant's equipment store room and inventory. Over the past month, he has excelled in conducting the year-end inventory, organising store rooms and ensuring everything is accounted for. Thank you for your hard work, Abhishek!

Moh Aswan, Housekeeping Utility, is an essential part of the of the Housekeeping team. He is committed, positive and always strives to go above and beyond in his role. Well done, Moh!

Luke Jones, Theatre Company Singer, is a highly-valued part of the Entertainments team. Aswell as performing with his colleagues, and in his own cabarets, Luke recently stepped in to cover as Theatre Company Manager, which he excelled at. Keep up the good work, Luke!

04/01/2025

Today, our flagship Bolette has made Fred. Olsen history and set sail on her first world cruise from Liverpool! 🛳️

After picking up more of our guests from Southampton, she will travel around the globe, visiting destinations including Brazil, Argentina, the Chilean Fjords, French Polynesia, Australia, Mauritius and South Africa. 🌎

We hope all of our guests embarking on this cruise have a wonderful time.

Make sure to check back regularly for updates on her journey to see what we get up to! 🔜

03/01/2025

Our flagship Bolette is set to make her Channel 5 debut later this month, as presenter Susan Calman embarks on an exciting Norwegian Fjords sailing. 🛳️

Susan set sail on her eight-night adventure from Liverpool, before venturing to the Norwegian ports of Olden, Ålesund, Åndalsnes and Geirganger, complete with scenic sailings of Nordfjord, Geirangerfjord and past the world-famous Seven Sisters Waterfall. She learnt more about the cruise operation, joining guests for a behind the scenes tour to visit the food stores, laundry and galley to meet with the crew who run these vital procedures, got dressed up for formal night and even indulged in some time in the spa. 💆‍♀️

The programme will be aired on Channel 5 on 17th January, and will also be available on demand on My5.

02/01/2025

Our sister ships, Bolette and Borealis, are on their way back to Liverpool and Portsmouth after their Christmas and New Year cruises, where they enjoyed some winter warmth. ☀️‍🎄

Both visiting the Canary Islands, they were reunited in the port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, where they docked next to each other! 🛳️ 🛳️

Have you sailed on either of our sister ships before?