Our First DRY DOCK Visit: Behind the scenes of Fred. Olsen's Balmoral Refit!
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our first impression of the ship are positive and given her age she's in pretty good Nick
this isn't your run-of-the-mill refresh with a splash of paint here and there and a few new carpets fitted the improvements are quite extensive
it was really unique I mean don't get me wrong it's not a ship tour in the conventional sense we went around all the public heas and stuff we went around a lot of the behind the scenes stuff we saw the ship in Dry Dock which is absolutely awesome
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Our First DRY DOCK Visit! Fred. Olsen's Balmoral Refit Experience 🚢 Join us as we take you behind the scenes for our first-ever dry dock visit, where we got up close and personal with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ MV Balmoral during its major refit! From standing beneath the ship in the Queen Elizabeth II Dry Dock to exploring the revamped interiors, this experience was truly unforgettable. What You’ll See in This Video: 🔧 A breathtaking view under Balmoral, including her new variable pitch propellers. 🚢 Behind-the-scenes access to areas like the engine control room and ship's stores. 🎭 A closer look at public spaces like the refreshed Neptune Lounge with upgraded visual and audio equipment. 🍴 The all-new Thistle Restaurant, formerly the Palm’s Café, with a stunning new layout. 🛠️ A look back at Balmoral’s unique 2008 extension, where the ship was cut in half and lengthened by nearly 100 feet. Fun Facts About Fred. Olsen Balmoral: Built: 1988 Length: 218.18 metres (715.91 feet). Passenger Capacity: Approximately 1,325 guests. Crew: Around 537. Notable Features: Named after the Scottish residence of the British Royal Family, Balmoral was extended in 2008 to add more cabins and facilities, making her one of the most unique ships in the fleet. Why This Refit Matters: This isn’t just a cosmetic refresh; Balmoral’s propulsion system was overhauled, and several public areas were completely reimagined to enhance the onboard experience. From high-tech upgrades to thoughtful redesigns, these changes ensure Balmoral continues to offer an exceptional cruising experience for years to come. Special Thanks A huge thank you to Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines for granting us access to this incredible experience and for sharing insights into Balmoral’s transformation. 💡 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes cruise content! 📧 Sign up for our newsletter: https://cruisemonkeys.com/newsletter-signup/ 🚢 Book your next cruise with us! - https://cruisemonkeys.com/book/ - travel@cruisemonkeys.com - or call 0330 880 5555 👕 Official Merchandise - https://www.cruisemonkeys.com/shop ⭐ Support us Join our Patreon Cruise Monkeys Club - https://www.patreon.com/CruiseMonkeys Become a YouTube Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3jJ03FsDa0viAmEvhVCtZw/join Buy us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/cruisemonkeys Amazon Store - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/CruiseMonkeys 💬 Find us on social media: ‣ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/cruisemonkeysuk ‣ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cruisemonkeys ‣ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/cruisemonkeysuk 📧 Contact Us: hello@cruisemonkeys.com 🌐 Website: https://www.cruisemonkeys.com 🎵 Music Like the music? We use Epidemic Sounds - https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/tpb2vz/ 🛳️📍 Order your map today through our affiliate link to receive 10% off your order: https://thecruisemaps.com/CRUISEMONKEYS 🐒🍌🚢 About Us - Who are the Cruise Monkeys? We are bananas about cruising! We started cruising in 2014 by doing a mini cruise on P&O Aurora and we haven't looked back! Come join us on our adventures as we bring you along on our cruises! We have sailed on Celebrity Cruises, P&O Cruises, Cunard Line, Princess Cruises, MSC Cruises, Royal Caribbean, VV and Avalon Waterways. We'd love to try Ambassador Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), Fred Olsen, Holland America (HAL), Disney Cruises, Carnival Cruises, Costa, Aida, Marella and Celestyal. #CruiseMonkeys #FredOlsen #FredOlsenCruise #FredOlsenBalmoral