OUR CREW, THEIR STORIES
This August, we launched Our Crew, Their Stories – a brand-new video series celebrating the wonderful people who make every Fred. Olsen sailing so special.
Each episode offers a glimpse into life on board from the crew’s perspective, whether it’s a friendly face from Guest Services, a calming presence in the Atlantis Spa, or an expert Engineer working behind the scenes.
Catch up on the first few stories below and keep an eye on our social pages for new episodes released every couple of weeks
A TASTE OF THINGS TO COME ON BOREALIS
At the end of this month, Borealis will make her way to Rotterdam for her upcoming dry dock. Alongside essential maintenance, from a fresh coat of paint and new laundry equipment to upgraded propeller hubs, an exciting change is happening on Deck 8 aft. Here, we’re creating Fresco, a brand-new open-air dining venue where guests can enjoy pizza, small plates and sunshine in true Mediterranean style.
We’re delighted to share a first look at Fresco’s sample menu below – a taste of what’s to come.
DISCOVER OUR NEW 2027 ITINERARIES
At the start of this month, we were proud to unveil our brand-new 2027 cruise programme, featuring 70 carefully curated sailings between January and September, designed to inspire every kind of traveller.
Departing from five UK ports, our new itineraries blend famous landmarks with hidden gems, from Greenland’s dramatic fjords and Malta’s colourful carnival to an itinerary visiting nine Northern European countries in just 13 nights.
Martin Lister, Head of Product Innovation at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:
“There are some incredible destinations on offer, like Greenland, which is back by popular demand, Scotland’s wild isles, and the untouched beauty of Svalbard for those who love exploring. For guests looking for a more relaxed pace, the Canary Islands and the French Riviera are perfect for sunshine and classic coastal charm.
“We’ve also included moments at the top of so many travellers’ lists – from husky sledding under the Northern Lights and spotting humpback whales in the Atlantic, to sailing through Norway’s scenic waterways. There’s so much to discover, and we’re excited to share these experiences with our guests.”
FRASER AT SEA: LIFE ON BOARD BALMORAL
We recently welcomed travel vlogger Fraser at Sea on board Balmoral for part of her Mediterranean Grand Voyage. He shared why sailing with us feels so special.
“My Mum and I joined Balmoral for 10 nights of her Mediterranean Grand Voyage, which took us to Spain, France and Italy. Having cruised on Balmoral a few times recently, it was great to be back onboard. The crew are, without a doubt, one of the highlights of a Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines cruise - it genuinely felt like we were part of the family, as we knew so many of the crew members onboard.
One of the best aspects of this itinerary is that it featured multiple ports that the much larger cruise ships simply aren’t able to get to, allowing us to experience some brand new ports in a relatively heavily cruised part of the world.
The port-intensive nature of our itinerary allowed us to experience so much, including seeing the stunning villages of Cinque Terre, the Amalfi Coast, the crystal clear waters in Corsica and the Colosseum in Rome, to name a few. We even made our own pizzas on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius.
This cruise delivered so many experiences that we’ll never forget - what a cruise!"
BALMORAL IN THE MEDITERRANEAN: IN PICTURES
As Balmoral continues her Mediterranean season, our guests and ship photographers have been capturing some incredible moments – from sparkling coastal views to snapshots of life on board.
Take a look through our gallery to see this incredible voyage through their eyes.
CONVERSATIONS AT SEA
We’re excited to introduce Conversations at Sea – a new video series where we sit down with our guests to hear their stories, favourite moments and what makes cruising with Fred. Olsen so special.
In our first conversation, we asked: “Why Fred. Olsen?”
Follow us on Facebook to watch the latest episodes, shared every couple of weeks.
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