Ships in the Fred Olsen Cruise Lines fleet (select one for more details): Balmoral, Black Watch, Boudicca, Brabant, Braemar
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The company originated in Hvitsten, a small town on Oslofjord in Norway, in 1848 when three Olsen brothers – Fredrik Christian, Petter and Andreas – bought their first ships and began an international shipping company.
Now into the fifth generation of the family, they operate companies skilled in various aspects of the cruise and passenger shipping trade as well as aviation, ships’ crewing, shipbuilding and offshore industries.
Aside from the transportation industries, the Fred Olsen group also has interests in the luxury hotel sector, estate management, property development, and electronics companies.
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Launched: 1st January 2008 |
Tonnage: 43,537 | |
Length: 715 feet | |
Total Crew: 510 | |
Occupancy: 1,350 | |
Balmoral is the largest of our ocean-going cruise ships, yet is still small enough to navigate size-restricted waterways such as the Kiel Canal, providing fantastic scenic cruising opportunities, and retains the warm, intimate and friendly atmosphere that the Fred. Olsen fleet is renowned for. Balmoral is named after the Scottish residence of the British Royal Family, and the Scottish theme runs throughout the main dining venues – the Ballindalloch, Avon and Spey – where guests can enjoy tantalising menus prepared by our expert chefs.
Featuring 710 well-appointed rooms and suites and a selection of comfortable lounges, bars and inviting public areas which have been extensively refitted Show less and improved as part of Fred. Olsen's fleet-wide refurbishment programme, Balmoral provides guests with ample space in which to relax and share a memorable cruise experience with hundreds, not thousands, of fellow travellers. And, as our guests have come to expect, there is always an array of superb entertainment on offer throughout the day, from lectures and hobby classes to live cabaret and comedians, ensuring you can make the most of your time on board.
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Launched: 1st January 2009 |
Tonnage: 28,613 | |
Length: 674 feet | |
Total Crew: 330 | |
Occupancy: 804 | |
Black Watch is sleek, intimate and harks back to the days when cruise ships were revered for their style and charm. The ultimate home-from-home at sea; Black Watch is spacious with a friendly and familiar feel, and provides guests with a traditional cruise experience rather than gimmicks such as climbing walls and on board bumper cars. This is further enhanced by the ship's attentive staff who strive to offer Fred. Olsen's renowned personal service and remember the important things, such as your name, your favourite tipple and how you like your breakfast. Show less
Having undergone a thorough refurbishment in late 2016, Black Watch features a selection of stylish suites and rooms, restaurants and spacious public rooms that provide up to 804 guests with everything needed for a comfortable, enjoyable and stress-free holiday, while retaining the elegant style of a traditional cruise ship.
Black Watch has five dining venues, including the Glentanar Restaurant, the oriental-inspired Orchid Room and the new The Poolside; welcoming bars and lounges offering an extravanganza of music, dance, comedy and selection of drinks including premium gin; inviting open deck spaces; and a teak-lined promenade. What's more, smart TVs, mini-bars and an upgraded 4K, 3D cinema, mean Black Watch is better equipped for future adventures than ever before.
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Launched: 1st February 2006 |
Tonnage: 28,388 | |
Length: 674 feet | |
Total Crew: 329 | |
Occupancy: 880 | |
Named after the British warrior Queen, Boudicca has built up a loyal following of guests who appreciate a sense of class and timeless elegance not seen or experienced on modern 'megaships'. On board, in keeping with the Fred. Olsen fleet, the emphasis is on providing an intimate and more traditional cruise experience, ensuring guests disembark after their relaxing and rewarding holiday as friends, not just customers. Show less
Up to 880 guests can cruise aboard Boudicca, which, thanks to an extensive refurbishment of the ship's suites, bedrooms, restaurants, lounges and facilities, will continue to show you the world in comfort and style for many years to come. As you explore the globe you can indulge yourself with delicious dinners in the Four Seasons, Tintagel or the Heligan Room restaurants; take a dip in one of the three heated pools; watch a show in the Neptune Lounge; simply relax on the Sun Deck; enjoy al fresco dining at The Grill; and much more, without ever feeling overcrowded.
Cruising alongside hundreds, not thousands of like-minded travellers also ensures that staff on board Boudicca can provide Fred. Olsen's renowned personal, attentive service, catering to your every want and need.
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Launched: 1st January 2006 |
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Length: 360 feet | |
Total Crew: 40 | |
Occupancy: 156 | |
Brabant, Fred. Olsen’s first-ever dedicated river cruising boat. Built in 2006, this elegant and comfortable vessel is in keeping with the fleet of our ocean-going cruise ships. Brabant’s bright and spacious public areas and 79 well-equipped rooms and suites, spread across four decks, provide the intimate, home-from-home feel which Fred. Olsen’s guests already know and love. Cruise ship staples such as swimming pools, a number of lounges and on-going activities are not in evidence on board, making way for a comfortable ambience and ample space in which to relax and enjoy the river cruise experience with around 150 fellow guests.
Smaller-sized and classically designed, Brabant lends herself perfectly to Fred. Olsen's approach to cruising. Making the most of the boat's size advantage, we can expertly craft simply unforgettable river cruise itineraries which do not only feature some of Europe's most breathtaking river scenery and cities, but also include chances to enjoy journeys along spellbinding, size-restricted sections of rivers and calls into stunning destinations that larger boats can't access.
No matter which incredible Fred. Olsen river cruise you choose you’re in for a very special experience aboard Brabant.
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Launched: 1st January 2008 |
Tonnage: 24,344 | |
Length: 537 feet | |
Total Crew: 371 | |
Occupancy: 929 | |
A timeless style flows throughout Braemar's interiors. Large windows bathe the ship's public areas in natural light and provide spectacular views, and the polished wooden fixtures, decadent fabrics and elegant décor assume the feel of a traditional country house hotel. One of the focal points on Braemar is the beautifully painted, five-deck-high Atrium area, while the cascading outside decks at the stern enhance the ship's elegant profile and offer stunning vistas no matter which outside deck you're on. Show less
Capable of comfortably accomodating up to 929 passengers, Braemar has a uncrowded, intimate feel, with friendly staff providing a fantastic level personal, attentive service and catering to your every need. On board, guests can enjoy an unforgettable cruise holiday in the comfort and ample space of recently refreshed rooms and suites, and updated restaurants, bars and lounges offering sumptuous cuisine, a wide range of beers, wines and spirits, and fantastic daily entertainment from talented performers. What's more, as Braemar is the shortest of the four ocean-going ships in the Fred. Olsen fleet, it is perfect for cruising rivers and bringing you closer to the heart and highlights of towns and cities across Europe and beyond.
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Eastern Europe Discovery to the Danube Delta |
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Eastern Europe Discovery to the Danube Delta |
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Exploring the Cultures of Asia |
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Fjords, Mountains & Glaciers |
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Floral Holland in the Spring |
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Historic Sites of India, Jordan & Israel |
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History of the Rhine & Main |
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Iconic Australia with Sydney New Year |
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Idyllic & Cultural Island Discovery |
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In Search of the Northern Lights |
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Into the Heart of Spain & Bordeaux |
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Irish Capitals and Scottish Scenery |
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Island Discovery with South Africa & the Namib |
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Islands of the Caribbean with Colombia |
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Islands of the Caribbean with Colombia |
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Islands of the Mediterranean |
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Isles of the UK |
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Japan, Asia & Africa Voyage |
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Japan, Vietnam, Hong Kong & Singapore |
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Liverpool to Southampton |
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Madeira, Portugal & Spain |
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Madeira, Spain & Portugal |
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Mediterranean |
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Mediterranean Medley |
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Mini |
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Mystery |
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Mystery Cruise |
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Netherlands & Belgium City Break |
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North American Waterways |
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Northern Norway With Sami National Day |
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Norway Winter |
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Norway's Northern Archipelagos with Lofoten |
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Norwegian Fjords with National Day in Oslo |
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Oman, Petra & The Suez Canal |
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One-Night Cruise |
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Papua new Guinea & Indonesian Islands |
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Party Night |
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Patagonia, Falklands & the Caribbean |
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Patagonian Adventure with the Falklands |
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Polynesian Paradise with Iconic Sydney |
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Port of Tyne to Dover |
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Portugal & Spain Discovery |
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Remote Islands & African Wildlife |
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Reposition |
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Reposition |
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Sailing Around Iconic Ireland |
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Sailing the Scenic Moselle to Luxembourg |
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Sailing the Scenic Moselle to Luxembourg |
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Sailing the Scenic Moselle to Luxembourg |
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Sailing the Scenic Moselle to Luxembourg |
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Sailing to the Heart of the Baltic |
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Scenic Fjords of Norway |
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Scenic Fjords of Norway |
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Scenic Landscapes of the Azores & Madeira |
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Scenic Moselle to Luxembourg |
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Scenic Scotland & Norway in Five Nights |
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Scenic Sights of the Norwegian Fjords |
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Scotland with the Isles of Orkney and Mull |
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Scottish Isles & the Edinburgh Military Tattoo |
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Scottish Isles with a Tatse of Norway |
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Singapore, Bali & Burma |
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Southern Norway with National Day in Oslo |
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Spain & Portugal with Seville Feria Fireworks |
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Spellbinding Fjords of Norway |
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Sweden's Scenic Waterways & Cities |
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The Best of the Fjords |
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The Caribbean, Colombia & the Panama Canal |
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The Eastern Caribbean |
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The Fjords of Greenland |
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The Norwegian Fjords in Five Nights |
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Tipples & Treasures of the Rhine and Moselle |
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Trans-Atlantic Return from Caribbean |
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Uncovering the Natural Wonders of Iceland |
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Uncovering the Natural Wonders of Iceland |
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Uncrowded Baltic |
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Vietnam, Hong Kong & Singapore |
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Views Of Spain & Madeira |
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Voyage to the Islands of the Caribbean |
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Waterways & Cities of Holland & Belgium |
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Welcome to Denmark |
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Welcome to Denmark |
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Western Caribbean & Central America (West) |
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Western Med Closer Cruise |
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Western Med Discovery with Monaco |
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Whales, Wonders & Waterfalls |
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Wines & Vineyards of Rural Germany |
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Wines & Vineyards of Rural Germany |
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Wintertime Fjords with Shetlands' Up Helly Aa |
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