Fred Olsen Cruise Lines have a touch of heritage that makes the family owned cruise company stand apart in the cruise industry. The line has a Norwegian heritage that promises expertise in seamanship. The fleet consists mostly of small ships that are famous for a more intimate genre of cruising. The fleet part of Fred Olsen Line has mainly vessels that are old, but were built excellently originally and has been refurbished since 2001. Black Watch and Boudicca, two recent additions to the fleet are two sister ships, Royal Viking Star and Royal Viking Sky part of the now defunct Royal Viking fleet.
The atmosphere abroad ships part of Fred Olsen Cruise Lines is a distinct experience that is typically British. The ambience is much more easy going and friendly. The line has an ambience in its ships that has been described as typically “English Country House”, which speaks, on one hand, of the class and sophistication, while on the other it speaks of the comforts, the relaxed ambience and the impeccable service on offer. The meticulous and painstaking attention that has been provided in the name of small details is something that puts the Fred Olsen Line on a class of its own.
Although not on the scale as you would expect maybe on a run of the mill American megaship, the activities as well as the entertainment options are varied, and exceedingly rewarding. There are activities that will interest almost anyone, such as wild life spotting, bird watching, wine appreciation, history, painting and even gardening. On board lectures on various subjects are also popular.
All on board transactions are made using the British Pound.
Contact Details . . .
Fred. Olsen House,
Whitehouse Rd.,
Ipswich, UK, 1 P 1 5 L L
Phone – 0 1 / 4 7 3 / 7 4 2 – 4 2 4
Web site – www.fredolsencruises.com
Cruise Style – Mainstream