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If you want to take your group further afield why not take sail to Europe and beyond, many operators already have fantastic itineries there’s no work for you, and you won’t lose any of your group, well at least whilst there on the ship! your ideal group getaway with DFDS. Fred Olsen Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is excited to announce that, in 2020/21, its fleet of five smaller, more intimately-sized ocean and river ships – Balmoral, Braemar, Boudiccaand Black Watch, plus river cruise addition, Brabant – will bevisiting no fewer than 277 destinations in 90 countries, across six continents,covering 104 areas of scenic cruising, on 170 different itineraries. Complementing the UK departure ports of Southampton, Dover, Liverpool,Newcastle and Edinburgh (Rosyth), Fred. Olsen will also be offering an expanded programme of exotic fly-cruises in 2020/21.In its 2020/21 ocean programme, Fred. Olsen will be offering guests more ‘scenic’cruising than ever before. An important part of a well-balanced itinerary,scenic cruising is rated as highly as the ports of call – and sometimes even higher. As well as its signature ‘Norwegian fjords’ experiences, Fred. Olsenwill also be taking guests to discover the untouched beauty of three new areas of scenic cruising, on Balmoral’s 34-night L2026 ‘American Waterwaysin the Fall with New York’ voyage, from Southampton in September 2020: Cape Cod Canal, the Hudson River and the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal. ‘Closer’cruising remains at the fore of the Fred. Olsen experience throughout 2020/21.By making the most of its smaller-sized ships, Fred. Olsen can sail right into the heart of the destination, where many larger vessels
Set Sail to Europe Group travel to Europe is easy with DFDS. Choose from one of four routes from the UK to France and Holland with over 60 sailings per day. A dedicated group travel team ensure everything runs smoothly, organising the crossing, cabins and meals. Plus, groups of 20 or more receive free coach and driver transportation and free meals for the driver.
Something to celebrate? Their Party at Sea package onboard their Newcastle – Amsterdam route is ideal and 1 in 10 go free. Their mini cruises are also popular with groups with two fun-filled nights onboard and a day to explore Amsterdam.
There is a range of outstanding restaurants and cafes onboard and packed lunches are also available to pre-book. Onboard shopping, arcade games and even a cinema are available to keep you busy while you sail. Their regular sailings mean you can choose a crossing time to suit your group. Plus,
with their group deals, you can pay 25% deposit and the rest 8 weeks before travel. To book your group crossing with DFDS, contact the groups team on 0871 522 9933 or email uk.groups@dfds.com. They’ll be happy to help plan
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cannot reach. Notably,shallow-drafted Braemar will be repeating its best-selling transit of Greece’s Corinth Canal – which spans less than 25 metres at its narrowest,lowest point – on its unforgettable 25-night ‘Corinth Canal & GreekIslands’ itinerary, from Southampton in April 2021. For group bookings and enquiries, please contact Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ dedicated Group Sales Department on 01473 746169 (Monday to Friday, 9am until 5pm), ore-mail group.sales@fredolsen.co.uk For further information on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, visit the website at www.fredolsencruises.com Brittany Ferries Brittany Ferries offers the most convenient cross Channel ferries to France, with the widest choice of ferry crossings. Depart from Portsmouth, Plymouth or Poole and travel to Cherbourg, St Malo, Caen, Le Havre or Roscoff for a direct Channel crossing to your holiday in France. Choose your most convenient car ferry to France from the UK from speedy fast-craft crossings and relaxing daytime or overnight cruises, with daily sailings on most routes and a choice of departure times to suit you. www.brittany-ferries.co.uk
