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Balmoral Hints and Tips

Cruising with Matthew
Cruising with Matthew
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👁️ 25K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 14:10
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Creator's Key Takeaways

Balmoral is quite small being dwarfed by today's larger and more modern cruise ships

our cruise was a key example of this as her smaller size enabled us to sail up the river sane up to Ruan

I was super impressed with the whole experience

the standard of the show's on board bar model were really impressive

Creator's Tips & Advice

Spend an evening in the Observatory for panoramic views and events
Walk Balmoral's Promenade deck for unique sea and port views
Try Fred Olsen's traditional afternoon tea for a sophisticated experience
Dine Alfresco in Avon and Spay for great views and a relaxing meal
Enjoy a performance in the Neptune Lounge, included in your fare
Try Balmoral's specialty restaurants for authentic, flavorful dishes

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Ship size and navigationBalmoral is small and easy to navigate, great for people with limited mobility
Entertainment venue sizeNeptune Lounge is smaller but shows are impressive and included in fare

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the best hints and tips for cruising on Fred Olsen's Balmoral?
QWhy is Balmoral ideal for off-the-beaten-track cruising?
QWhat are the favorite venues onboard Balmoral?

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YouTube Video Description

ad• Join me as I share some Hints and Tips about Fred Olsen's Balmoral, so you can make the most of your time onboard this unique little ship. In this video, I'll show you why Balmoral is ideal for cruising off the beaten track, whilst also sharing some of my favourite venues onboard such as the Observatory. A massive thank you to Fred Olsen for gifting me this trip! Want to know more about My Kind of Cruise? Then click on the link in the description below; https://cruise.onelink.me/UoGU/cruisingwithmatthew?pid=youtube&c=poventurashiptour If you want to know more about Cruising with Matthew, check out my; Twitter: @MatthewCruises Instagram: @CruisingWithMatthew Facebook Page: Cruising with Matthew Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/556488484769322/posts/877605215990979/