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Fred Olsen Cruise Line review
Who is Fred Olsen?
Founded in 1848, the Norwegian firm now runs cruises from six British ports, with three relatively small ships (Borealis has the largest capacity, with 702 rooms and suites). It visits destinations around the world, from the fjords of its homeland to the warm waters of Africa and the Indian Ocean.
Fred Olsen customer rating
| Which? Recommended Provider | Customer score | |
|---|---|---|
| Fred Olsen | No | 80% |
Customer score Based on a combination of overall satisfaction and how likely people are to recommend the company.
What’s a Fred Olsen holiday like?
Fred Olsen is significantly more expensive than both Cunard and P&O Cruises. For this you get a sprinkling of four- and five-stars ratings. They add up to a good score for Fred Olsen; just not as high as many other rival brands.
All ships have a spa, fitness centre and sauna. The largest vessel carries 1,360 guests – but customers didn’t think that ships felt busy, awarding it four out of five stars for the passenger-to-space ratio.
However, you may want to give the excursions a miss. They were described as 'exceedingly expensive for what they were' by one passenger.
Should I book with Fred Olsen?
Fred Olsen beats rival P&O Cruises on customer service, passenger-to-space ratio and the quality of food and drink. A decent mid-priced option.