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Well, it has been another busy and exciting week at Fred. Olsen! Bolette has departed Rosyth, and is at sea preparing for her Maiden Voyage in August; while Borealis continues to sail some of the UK’s most scenic regions.
Plus, we’ve launched an epic Around the World cruise, sailing in 2024, which we’re sure you’re going to love!
Take a look at the highlights below.
Bolette leaves Scotland
After a long period of lay-up, Bolette – our beautiful new flagship – finally raised her anchor and set sail from Scotland. Having departed Rosyth and passed under the Forth Bridges, she embarked on her sea trials in preparation for her Maiden Voyage, which departs from Dover on 16th August.
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2024 World Cruise – now on sale!
Welcoming Barbara Wade
Cruising Loch Broom
Our UK cruises this summer have proven that you don’t have to travel far to find some simply spectacular scenery. Recently, guests on board Borealis were treated to an unforgettable sail into Loch Broom which, as our video highlights, is always a scenic cruising adventure to remember.
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Bolette Countdown
It is now less than three weeks until Bolette and her guests embark on our flagship’s Maiden Voyage, and with every passing day the excitement continues to build! We simply cannot wait for everyone to join us on board and to say ‘Bon Voyage!’. Perhaps it is time to get the suitcases out of the cupboard. See Bolette’s #GettingReady journey below
This week's cruise news
It’s exciting times here at Fred. Olsen! Borealis set sail on her maiden voyage from Liverpool on 5th July 2021, and Bolette is being given the elegant Fred. Olsen design touches, ready for her first cruise in August.
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We're #GettingReady to welcome you back
Now that beautiful Borealis is enjoying life at sea, our talented teams are hard at work adding the Fred. Olsen touches to our new flagship Bolette, getting ready for when she's back in the water this August.
South America & Antarctica
Our brand new cruise for 2023 is set to be an unforgettable adventure, with chances to see iconic sites on one of the world’s most captivating continents with a rare venture to the Antarctic peninsula.
Join us this summer
If you’re still looking for a break this summer then our UK cruises may just be the perfect holiday for you. Relax on board our smaller-sized ships and enjoy the warm, civilised atmosphere while our friendly crew take care of your every need.
Featured Cruises
Experience Spain at its quintessential best, as Borealis takes you on a journey to discover the famous sights and cultural delights of coastal cities such as Barcelona and Valencia, and two beautiful Balearic Islands - Mallorca and Menorca.
Experience a discovery of the Canaries’ many sights and highlights, and simply enjoy some soothing warmth away from the UK’s winter gloom, at five beautiful islands. Soak up the sunshine on sandy beaches, and explore volcanic landscapes.
As Borealis takes you on a journey along England’s south coast, sailing west to east, you’ll get to discover some of Britain’s most scenic and most iconic sights. Explore the Lizard Peninsula, the Jurassic Coast and beautiful East Anglia.
