Experience the magic of the Mediterranean with Fred. Olsen

22 July 2024

Step aboard a journey that promises to captivate your soul and awaken your adventurous spirit. Fred. Olsen’s fly-cruises in the Mediterranean invite you to embark on smaller, more intimate ships designed to navigate the hidden gems of this enchanting region. Picture yourself exploring the sun-kissed islands of Dalmatia, where history and natural beauty intertwine, or marvelling at the vibrant, colour-drenched clifftop towns that adorn the Amalfi Coast.

Experience the magic of the Mediterranean with Fred. Olsen

Colourful Cliffside Towns of the Amalfi Coast

27th September 2025; 10 nights from £1,799pp

This itinerary reveals a string of charming cliff-edge towns, from the Italian Riviera’s Cinque Terre to Corsica’s Bonifacio. And this being a foodie paradise par excellence, along the way you can indulge in la dolce vita, savouring local delights such as scialatielli pasta, limoncello, and Naples’ iconic pizza, before wandering through Ravello’s fragrant gardens and Sorrento’s lemon groves.

Bays, Mountains, & Islands of the Dalmatian Coast

7th October 2025; 10 nights from £1,799pp

From majestic mountains to serene bays and islands, incredible scenery awaits on this Croatian and Montenegrin odyssey departing from Italy. You’ll navigate the fjord-like Bay of Kotor and sail past the mountainous Makarska Riviera, see natural wonders such as Lake Bled and the Krka Waterfalls, explore bustling local markets, and have the chance to dine in authentic konobas.

A Greek Island Odyssey

17th October 2025; 10 nights from £1,599pp

As well as transporting you to ancient Greece at historic landmarks such as the Palace of Knossos, the ruins of ancient Thera, and Athens’ Acropolis, this enchanting exploration of picture-postcard Greek Islands invites you to meander through charming streets lined by traditional tavernas serving local delights such as souvlaki, moussaka, and Assyrtiko wine.

Discovering Turkish Treasures

25th October 2025; 12 nights from £1,999pp

This captivating trip embracing Greece, Turkey, Malta, and Spain invites you to delve deep into the rituals of tea culture, sample delicious meze, rejuvenate in soothing hammams, and amble through Istanbul’s bustling Grand Bazaar and around historic sites such as Lindos Acropolis and Ephesus.

Alternatively, Fred. Olsen offers the ultimate ex-UK trip around the Med. Its stupendous 57-night Mediterranean Grand Voyage, which conveniently sets sail from Southampton (from £6,999pp) or Newcastle (from £7,099pp), includes the charming, pastel-hued towns of the Cinque Terre and the Amalfi Coast, Santorini with its blue-domed, whitewashed buildings and famous sunsets, and Zakynthos with its breathtaking coastline.

To book one of these cruises, call your Travel Counsellor today.

Discover new horizons with Riviera Travel in 2027

20 October 2025

If you’re seeking your next adventure on the world’s rivers, Riviera Travel’s 2027 programme brings remarkable new ways to explore. This year’s collection includes a highly anticipated new ship, the luxurious Riviera Alba, as well as brand-new river journeys through some of Asia’s most storied landscapes. In this blog, we’ll introduce the Riviera Alba and share details about two standout river sailings in China and India. Plus, we’ll highlight how you can make a European river cruise extra special with a complimentary deck upgrade.

Discover Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas: The Mediterranean’s newest icon

15 October 2025

There’s something special about a Mediterranean escape, the golden glow of sunset over Naples, the charm of Marseille’s winding streets, the pulse of Barcelona, and the beauty of Mallorca. But when you experience these destinations aboard Legend of the Seas℠, the journey itself becomes the destination. As Royal Caribbean’s first Icon Class ship to sail the Med, Legend of the Seas redefines adventure at sea. Blending world-class thrills, Michelin-worthy dining, and boundless family fun, this is more than just a cruise.

Princess Cruises unveils their 2027–28 West Coast programme

10 October 2025

A new course is being charted along the Pacific with the release of the 2027–28 West Coast programme from Princess Cruises, a lineup that celebrates everything travellers love about the region. This incredible season brings together sun-soaked escapes to Mexico, relaxing voyages through the Hawaiian Islands, and scenic cruises along the Pacific Coast. Whether you’re looking to sip margaritas in Puerto Vallarta, explore Oahu’s volcanic peaks, or watch sea lions bask in San Francisco Bay, Princess has created journeys that blend exploration with comfort.