As a family-owned company, we are justly proud of our Norwegian heritage of seamanship and our fl eet of intimate ships. Cruising with Fred. Olsen is a more personal world. We understand that our passengers like a more personalised atmosphere on their cruise holiday, and one that is unashamedly British. Wherever in the world you choose to cruise with us, you'll feel part of the Fred. Olsen fraternity and enjoy a relaxed 'home-awayfrom-home' camaraderie with your fellow passengers. Genuine and long-term friendships are forged on the decks of a Fred. Olsen ship, both amongst passengers and between passengers and crew.

An irreplaceable feature of all Fred. Olsen cruises is our friendly and long serving officers and crew, well versed in ensuring you relax from the first moment you step aboard. Returning passengers, both the regular and the not-so-regular, are greeted with recognition, genuine warmth and an anticipation to contribute to the success of your cruise. The over-riding comments that come from our passengers remark on the courtesy and friendliness that exists on board, and this comes over and above the exceptional service that we set as standard. This atmosphere is solely down to the mood generated by our officers and crew, and is one that we feel is truly valued as you voyage with us around the world.

A hunger for new horizons is not the only appetite that a Fred. Olsen cruise satisfies. Outstanding cuisine - from lavish breakfasts to 5-course a la carte dinners and late night buffets add their own distinction to your cruise. On board too you can enjoy a range of sporting and leisure pursuits, as well as top-class afterdark entertainment. Whether you're sailing in far-off waters or those closer to home, a Fred. Olsen cruise offers you a superbly balanced variety of ports of call, each providing an exciting range of contrasting shore tours. Above all, you'll enjoy the precious concept of time, so lacking in today's 'hurry-up' lifestyle.