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Borealis Cruise Ship

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Introducing Borealis

With elegance and style in abundance, Borealis is as enchanting as her namesake, the Aurora Borealis. Whether you're setting sail to Australia or enjoying a closer-to-home getaway in Scotland, you can expect superb amenities, dining and entertainment aboard our Borealis cruises.

As one of the larger ships in the Fred Olsen fleet, Borealis provides the best of both worlds. With fewer than 1,400 guests, you can enjoy the chance to mingle with fellow travellers while enjoying a more traditional cruising style, with spacious public areas and none of the crowding experienced on larger cruises.

Borealis lounge

Choose from one of the convenient UK ports and embark on a spellbinding journey throughout the UK, Europe, the Americas or Asia. With a wide variety of destinations to choose from, Borealis cruises offer something to suit all tastes. Explore the glamour-laden French Riviera, discover the natural beauty of Norway, or set off on an epic World Cruise exploring several continents over many months.

Ship profile

Tonnage (GT)

61,849

Decks

10

Cabins

690

Passengers

1,360 (standard occupancy)

Crew

615

Length

780 ft (237.7m)

Beam

105.8 ft (32.2m)

Cruising speed

25 knots

Ship facilities

Bars and lounges

x11

Restaurants

x6

Sports courts

As well as a Culinary Theatre and library

Spa

With a Thermal Spa, Aroma Room, Hydro Pool, two saunas and nine treatment rooms

Gym

With swimming pool

Borealis pool
Borealis pool

Borealis by day

After setting sail from one of the convenient UK ports, you'll find plenty to keep you occupied during the days aboard Borealis. The ship is home to two swimming pools, so you can enjoy a revitalising dip regardless of the weather. The Poolside Bar provides a variety of drinks to keep you refreshed, with the same superb levels of attentiveness you can expect from all staff on Borealis cruises.

The eleven bars and lounges on board the ship offer a superb array of variety and are perfect for mingling with fellow guests or enjoying an intimate drink or snack. Once you've worked up an appetite, you can make your selection from one of the six onboard restaurants. Whether fuelling up with a delicious breakfast or tucking into a hearty lunch, you'll find flavoursome and expertly-prepared dishes at any time of the day. For those who fancy something rather invigorating, the tennis and basketball courts are sure to help you while away the hours, while the modern gym is at hand for those who like to partake in regular workout sessions. Meanwhile, the spa offers the ultimate in pampering and quality me-time. With a Thermal Spa, Aroma Room, Hydro Pool, two saunas and nine treatment rooms, it provides ample opportunity to relax and refresh. Take a trip to the Card Room, revel in the sedate atmosphere of the library or simply soak up the sunshine on the sun deck; however you choose to spend your days aboard Borealis, you'll find the very best in amenities and atmosphere.

Main restaurant on board borealis
Main restaurant on board borealis

Borealis by night

When evening falls, Borealis cruises continue to offer the best in dining and entertainment. The ship's main restaurant is a grand two-tiered venue, where a range of after-dinner shows can be enjoyed with unrestricted views to the stage. There is plenty of other entertainment across the other bars and lounges; from comedy to cabaret, you can be sure to find something to suit your mood. For an enchanting taste of glamour, be sure to take part in the ship's dedicated Formal Nights, when many guests like to dress to the nines in their best evening wear.

Of course, there are options for those searching for a more relaxed dining experience. As well as choosing one of the smaller eating spots, including a more casual buffet-style restaurant, guests also have the choice of ordering from the tempting room service menu.

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