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  • Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Borealis returns to Dover for summer sailings

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Borealis returns to Dover for summer sailings

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today returned to Dover, offering a selection of sailings throughout summer 2025 to destinations including Norway, Malta, Croatia, the Azores and Iceland.
    This year, aboard Borealis, guests can witness the waterfalls of Langfoss and Kleivafoss; immerse themselves in outdoor activities such as fishing on the fjords; discover the historic charm of Dubrovnik and Split;

  • Students welcomed aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Borealis for an immersive five-night sailing

    Students welcomed aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Borealis for an immersive five-night sailing

    A group of 26 travel and tourism students from West Suffolk College have returned from an inspirational five-day study trip to the Netherlands, hosted by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.
    The Suffolk-based cruise line welcomed the learners on board its smaller-sized ship, Borealis, for a round-trip sailing from Newcastle with visits to Amsterdam and Rotterdam – offering a unique opportunity to explore

  • Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils new Summer Sale with FREE drinks packages on selected cruises

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils new Summer Sale with FREE drinks packages on selected cruises

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled its Summer Sale which includes FREE drinks packages on over 40 selected sailings - plus special savings offers for solo guests.
    Guests booking eligible cruises between Wednesday 14th May and Wednesday 25th June, will benefit from FREE drinks packages worth up to £35.00 per person, per night, added to their cruise providing even greater value and the c

  • Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines becomes first cruise line to launch Carbon Literacy training

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines becomes first cruise line to launch Carbon Literacy training

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has become the first cruise line to launch a Carbon Literacy training programme for its shoreside team, as part of its ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions and support sustainable practices.
    The cruise line has pledged to become a certified Carbon Literate Organisation - an accreditation delivered by the Carbon Literacy Project that recognises organisations commi

  • Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launches new domestic flights for 2025 Mediterranean fly-cruise programme

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launches new domestic flights for 2025 Mediterranean fly-cruise programme

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled new domestic flight options as part of it’s 2025 Mediterranean fly-cruise programme, meaning guests can start their holiday even closer to home.
    The introduction of new domestic flight options from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Belfast and Newcastle will connect with flights from London Heathrow, offering guests a seamless start to their Mediterranean fly-cruis

  • Borealis in Hawaii, where whale watching will be among the highlights of the 2027 Around the World cruise

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils 98-night World Cruise for 2027, with extended stays in Japan and Hawaii

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled a new 98-night around the world adventure, setting sail from Southampton in January 2027.
    Guests aboard Borealis can look forward to a four-day stay in Hawaii, and visits to five Japanese ports, where calls have been carefully timed to avoid the peak tourist season and to coincide with the beauty of the late plum blossom.

    The voyage will offer a num

  • April Fool! Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines confirms no plan to introduce airline following ‘leaked’ footage earlier today

    April Fool! Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines confirms no plan to introduce airline following ‘leaked’ footage earlier today

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has said it has no plans to introduce an airline, after ‘leaked’ footage appearing to show a Fred. Olsen aircraft was confirmed to be an April Fool.
    This morning, footage showing an aircraft with Fred. Olsen Airlines livery was ‘leaked’ across social media, and was soon followed by a statement from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ headquarters about the impending launch of th

  • Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils new Autumn/Winter programme for 2026, with new inclusive pricing and dining drinks

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils new Autumn/Winter programme for 2026, with new inclusive pricing and dining drinks

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled an exciting programme of sailing for Autumn/Winter 2026, with more than 30 voyages taking in destinations such as Norway, the Mediterranean and more - plus chances to seek out the Northern Lights and the Geminid Meteor Shower.
    The programme includes several standout sailings, such as Fred. Olsen’s three-ship Fleet Fiesta in Gran Canaria in December 2026, a

  • Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Borealis enters the River Tyne [Credit: Dave Bell, The Port of Tyne]

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines returns to Newcastle marking the start of spring and summer sailings

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today returned to Newcastle, offering a selection of sailings throughout spring and summer to destinations including Norway, Portugal, Spain, Scotland, France and the Mediterranean.
    The arrival also marks the first time Fred. Olsen’s Borealis has visited the Port of Tyne, with the inaugural call celebrated with an exchange of plaques - a maritime tradition marking

  • Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ itineraries receive seal of approval from Good Housekeeping with coveted Reader Recommended accreditation

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ itineraries receive seal of approval from Good Housekeeping with coveted Reader Recommended accreditation

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has received Good Housekeeping’s coveted Reader Recommended accreditation for its ‘unique and memorable’ itineraries.
    It follows research undertaken by the Good Housekeeping Institute, among their members and those who have previously sailed with Fred. Olsen, looking into key areas such as the quality of the ports of call, overall cruise experience and how likely they

  • From left to right: Georgina May, PR Executive at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, Dru Watts, Joint Stem Lead at Lapwing Education, Emily Hodges, Tutor at Lapwing Education and right, Dominic Simpson, Sustainability Manager at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

    Students welcomed at Fred. Olsen House to learn more about sustainability

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has welcomed students from Lapwing Education to its Ipswich office to learn more about sustainability and environmental initiatives ahead of their Lego Robotics Challenge.
    Founded in 2010, Lapwing Education, based in Martlesham, Suffolk, provides bespoke small-group learning for young people aged 4 to 25 with complex additional needs.

    During their visit, the stud

  • Samantha Stimpson, CEO at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to welcome two new members to Senior Leadership Team

    Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today announced the appointment of two new members to its Senior Leadership Team.
    On Monday, 3rd March, Phil Gardner will become Commercial and Product Director, taking over from Clare Ward who will be retiring from the role at the end of April.

    Phil brings a wealth of experience from the cruise, travel, and tourism sectors, having held senior leadership ro

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