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Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Fred. Olsen Cruise Traces has made its means again to Portsmouth this month, kicking off a season of voyages to fascinating locations like Norway, Portugal, and the Canary Islands.
The smaller-sized Borealis ship will depart from Portsmouth on seven completely different cruises spanning November, December, and January. Vacationers can look ahead to chasing the enchanting Northern Lights in Arctic Norway, welcoming the New Yr with a blinding fireworks show in Madeira, and recognizing unimaginable marine life within the Caribbean’s pristine waters.
Martin Lister, Head of Product Innovation at Fred. Olsen Cruise Traces, stated:
“Having first set sail from Portsmouth back in 2009, we are thrilled to have returned to the port for another busy cruising schedule from November through to February 2025.
“Portsmouth’s location on the south coast provides the ideal departure port for those guests wanting to seek out some winter warmth in destinations such as the Canary Islands, Madeira and Morocco.
“Guests joining us can look forward to a variety of cruises on board Borealis where they can witness spectacular natural phenomena such as the magical Northern Lights, seek out native wildlife and immerse in the local way of life.
“Opportunities in our hand-crafted itineraries include the chance to learn to flamenco dance in its birthplace of Cadiz, discover volcanic vistas in the Canary Islands and spend time with local Sami people to learn about their way of life in Norway.”
Andrew Williamson, Head of Cruise and Ferry at Portsmouth Worldwide Port, stated:
“Portsmouth has a long-standing relationship with Fred. Olsen, and we’ve looked forward to their return in November as they begin their winter season out of the city.
“2024 has been our busiest year yet for cruise and we will be rounding it off in style with sailings from Fred. Olsen taking us into the new year.
“Guests will also be travelling further afield for some winter sun, with cruises to the Caribbean and Morocco as well as festive trips in search of the Northern Lights.
“Borealis is the flagship vessel for the brand and will feel right at home in Portsmouth, after first calling in 2022. Since then, the port has continued to grow, and passengers will now travel through our new carbon neutral terminal as they start their holidays.”
Borealis is ready to make its means again to Portsmouth in November 2025 for an extra sequence of 5 voyages. Amongst these is an intriguing five-night Thriller Cruise, departing on November seventh. The ship may even proceed its adventures with two extra thrilling cruises deliberate for 2026.
Councillor Steve Pitt, Chief of Portsmouth Metropolis Council, stated:
“It’s great to see Fred. Olsen returning to Portsmouth International Port. Their turnaround calls from the city will take us well into 2025, so Borealis will become a familiar sight as she passes through the harbour.
“The port team has worked hard to secure regular sailings from a major brand and this arrangement with Fred. Olsen will improve our boutique cruise offer, giving customers the best possible start to their holiday.
“As a council, we are proud to own our international port, with profits going directly back into vital services for our residents.”
The 2024 and early 2025 voyages departing from Portsmouth embody:
Borealis’ 14-night ‘In Search of the Northern Lights’ cruise (S2427), setting sail on December 7, 2024. Fares begin at £799 per particular person, with a particular £100 financial savings supplied for reservations made by December 2, 2024.
Highlights of the journey:
Expertise the awe-inspiring Northern Lights in Tromsø, sometimes called the “Gateway to the Arctic.”Interact with the native Sami individuals and uncover their distinct tradition and lifestyle.Embark on an exhilarating husky sledding journey via breathtaking snowy terrain.
Route: Portsmouth, UK – Ålesund, Norway – Scenic cruise round Torghatten, Norway – Crossing the Arctic Circle, Norway – Tromsø, Norway (in a single day cease) – Alta, Norway (in a single day cease) – Sortland, Norway – Bergen, Norway – Portsmouth, UK
Borealis will embark on its 14-night S2428 ‘Canary Islands Christmas and Funchal New Year’ cruise from Portsmouth on December 21, 2024. Costs start at £2,299 per particular person.
Highlights of the journey:
Uncover the sun-kissed Canary Islands, the place heat climate prevails year-round.Get pleasure from Christmas Day festivities with a wide range of celebrations onboard Borealis.Usher within the New Yr with a shocking fireworks show in Madeira.
Itinerary: Portsmouth, UK – Las Palmas, Canary Islands (in a single day cease) – Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands – San Sebastián de La Gomera, Canary Islands – Santa Cruz de La Palma, Canary Islands – Funchal, Madeira (in a single day cease) – Portsmouth, UK
Borealis’ 28-night S2501 ‘Island-Hopping in the Caribbean’ cruise units sail from Portsmouth on January 4, 2025, with costs beginning at £2,999 per particular person.
Highlights of the journey:
Uncover a wide range of sun-drenched Caribbean islands.Dive into the relaxed Caribbean lifestyle, savoring its wealthy tradition and delicacies.Expertise unimaginable marine life in locations like Dominica and Barbados.
Itinerary: Portsmouth, UK – Ponta Delgada, Azores – Philipsburg, St Maarten – Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis – Castries, Saint Lucia – Scenic cruising by Pitons, Saint Lucia – Kingstown, St Vincent and the Grenadines – Bridgetown, Barbados – St George’s, Grenada – Roseau, Dominica – St John’s, Antigua (in a single day cease) – Praia Da Vitória, Azores – Portsmouth, UK
Borealis will embark on its 14-night S2502 ‘In Search of the Northern Lights’ voyage from Portsmouth on February 1, 2025, with fares starting at £999 per particular person. Reserve your spot by December 2, 2024, and luxuriate in a £300 low cost per particular person.
Highlights of the journey:
Witness the beautiful Northern Lights in Alta and Tromsø.Expertise the Norwegian custom of friluftsliv with out of doors adventures, together with husky sledding.Sail by the exceptional Torghatten mountain, recognized for the distinctive gap that runs via its middle.
Journey: Portsmouth, UK – Ålesund, Norway – Sail by Torghatten, Norway – Cross the Arctic Circle, Norway – Tromsø, Norway (in a single day cease) – Alta, Norway (in a single day cease) – Sortland, Norway – Bergen, Norway – Portsmouth, UK
Borealis’ 12-night S2503 ‘Discovering Spain and Morocco’ cruise departs from Portsmouth on February 15, 2025, with costs beginning at £1,149 per particular person.
Highlights of the journey:
Admire the enduring Belem Tower in Lisbon as Borealis sails by.Study to bake conventional Pasteis de Nata with an area pastry chef in Lisbon.Get pleasure from genuine tapas and take a flamenco dance lesson in Cadiz.
Itinerary: Portsmouth, UK – Casablanca, Morocco – Scenic cruise via the Strait of Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Ceuta, Spain – Malaga, Spain – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Cruise previous the Strait of Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Cadiz, Spain (in a single day keep) – Sail by the Mouth of the River Tagus, Belem Tower, and Discovery Monument, Portugal – Cruise previous Cristo Rei and the Abril 25 Bridge, Portugal – Lisbon, Portugal – Portsmouth, UK
Borealis’ 14-night S2504 ‘Canaries and Carnivals’ cruise departs from Portsmouth on February 27, 2025, with costs beginning at £1,099 per particular person. Ebook by December 2, 2024, to take pleasure in a £200 per particular person low cost.
Highlights of the journey:
Participate within the vibrant celebrations of each the Cadiz and Tenerife Carnivals.Discover the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of La Palma.Stroll via Madeira’s lovely and aromatic botanical gardens.
Itinerary: Portsmouth, UK – Scenic cruise by Tower of Hercules Lighthouse, Spain – La Coruña, Spain – Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands – Las Palmas, Canary Islands (in a single day cease) – Santa Cruz de La Palma, Canary Islands – Funchal, Madeira – Cadiz, Spain – Portsmouth, UK
