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The Fred Olsen Cruise Blog

The Latest news from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

4th October 2024

Discover the latest news and updates from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, including changes to on board shops and a new room service menu on our smaller ships.
Bolette, Borealis and Balmoral sailing at dusk

Sámi Culture

4th October 2024

Discover more about the indigenous Sámi people of Scandinavia and Russia, whose rich culture and traditional lifestyles have evolved over thousands of years.
Sami clothing and reindeer skin on line, norway

Capturing the magic

4th October 2024

Richard Lovelock has been collaborating with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines since 2018 when as a guest on board, he shared some of his photographic images with us.
Northern lights by Richard Lovelock, Norway

Navigating the wild world of television with Michaela Strachan

4th October 2024

Michaela Strachan is one of TV’s best-loved presenters, renowned for her work in the world of wildlife. We met up with her to discuss her remarkable career.
Michaela Strachan

Behind the scenes with Hotel Manager Paul Goodenough

4th October 2024

Discover more about our warm and attentive teams at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, starting with Paul Goodenough, Hotel Manager, who shared his memorable moments.
Paul Goodenough

Remarkable moments begin here

4th October 2024

We’ve been running a fun campaign across our social media, asking guests to share the remarkable moments they’ve experienced while sailing with us.
Captain with guests at formal night

Flavours of the Caribbean

10th September 2024

The local cuisine will inspire hundreds of vivid memories of your Caribbean cruise. It’s full of colour, flavour and heat, with some dishes having a back sto...
Various colourful Caribbean spices

What to Wear on a Cold Weather Cruise

28th August 2024

A winter cruise can be a magical experience. Imagine passing snow capped mountains, enjoying the brisk sea air, or sipping hot cocoa from the bookmark cafe w...
Guests out on an excursion to a cooler cruise destination

Are all cruise ships the same?

14th August 2024

Modern cruising is an industry that’s enjoying an exciting renaissance. One of the things that’s helping the growth is the sheer variety of experiences avail...
Bolette, Borealis and Balmoral at sea

Exploring the Islands on an Azores Cruise

12th August 2024

Set sail with Fred Olsen Cruises and embark on a remarkable Azores cruise, a voyage you'll treasure forever.
Sete Cidades, Azores