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Fred Olsen Borealis Ship Tour 2024!

Cruising with Matthew
Cruising with Matthew
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👁️ 6K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 39:06
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleOther · Fall · 11 nightsVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Borealis was originally built by Holland America line as their flagship ship Rotterdam in 1997 however she was purchased by Fred Olen in 2020

The crew however make the whole experience come together the service is always rapid in all the bars and lounges with them somehow remembering our preferences and Cabin numbers within just a few interactions

The standout feature for us was the fact that they still are the best cruise line for Yan's lactose intolerance and he was able to have practically any dish that he asked for

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book specialty restaurants prior to the cruise for better pricing
Look online for cheaper shore excursions than those offered by the cruise line
Book spa sessions in advance as they are good value and relaxing

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Finding quiet spots on sea daysExplore lesser-known open deck areas and use the observatory for a chilled spot
Getting seats for popular activitiesArrive early for trivia sessions as they fill up quickly

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the interior and exterior venues on the Fred Olsen Borealis?
QWhat can first-timers expect onboard?
QHow does the ship accommodate dietary requirements?

Topics Covered

Dining Specialty4 Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4 Happy BaconPool Deck3½ Happy BaconSpa Fitness4 Happy BaconItinerary Route2½ Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Europa National Park2½ Happy Bacon
Top: trip to Europa National Park
Lisbon2½ Happy Bacon
Top: tram ride
Santiago de Compostela2½ Happy Bacon
Top: visit to Santiago de Compostela
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YouTube Video Description

ad • Join me as I give you a ship tour of Fred Olsen’s Borealis! In this video, I’ll give you a comprehensive overview of her interior and exterior venues as well some lesser-known areas, so you can get a good idea as to what to expect onboard! This was recorded during our 11-night Mystery Cruise in November 2024 A massive thank you to Fred Olsen for gifting me this trip and for giving me the opportunity to enjoy the various additional experiences on offer onboard too! As this is a gifted trip, you will see a 'paid promotion' flag on this video but that does not mean I've been paid to portray Fred Olsen in a particular way. Instead, you'll get my usual honest opinion about what I loved, and what could be improved. *Permission given by Fred Olsen to use footage from the Navigational Bridge Want to know more about Cruising with Matthew? Then click the link below to see my other social media channels! https://linktr.ee/cruisingwithmatthew