Monday, August 12, 2024
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines offers free car parking for select 2024-2025 Portsmouth cruises, including Canary Islands, Northern Lights, and Cadiz Carnival. Book by Oct 31, 2024.
In collaboration with Portsmouth International Port, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is providing complimentary car parking for select 2024 and 2025 cruises departing from Portsmouth, available for bookings made by October 31, 2024.
The Borealis cruising programme from Portsmouth invites guests to enjoy winter sunshine in the Canary Islands, chase the enchanting Northern Lights in Arctic Norway, or immerse themselves in the vibrant Cadiz Carnival atmosphere.
Clare Ward, Director of Product and Customer Services at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:
“We are delighted to have been able to work with our partners at Portsmouth International Port to offer free parking to guests on selected cruises from the port in November and December and into 2025.
“Our priority is to provide our cruise guests with a seamless and unforgettable experience from the moment they arrive in Portsmouth. And this offer provides them with even more value for money.
“We look forward to welcoming guests, both returning and new to Fred. Olsen, on board our ship Borealislater this winter.”
On board, guests can anticipate a variety of activities, such as tasting authentic flavors from the cruise destinations, spotting marine wildlife with guidance from the conservation charity ORCA, and exploring the night skies for constellations from the deck with Go Stargazing.
Councillor Steve Pitt, Leader of Portsmouth City Council, said:
“Portsmouth is excited to welcome Fred. Olsen and their passengers back to the port at the end of the year and give guests the best possible start to their journey with a premium valet car parking service.
“We work with expert partners so passengers can be assured knowing everything is taken care of before they board.
“Portsmouth International Port’s long-standing relationship with Fred. Olsen has brought thousands of guests to the city, who will now get to experience our new dedicated cruise terminal for their turnaround calls.”
The following cruises in 2024 and 2025 are included in the free parking offer:
Borealis’ 14-night ‘Winter Warmth in the Canaries’ cruise (S2426), departing from Portsmouth on November 23, 2024. Prices start from £1,399 per person, with an additional £100 per person to spend on board.
Highlights include:
- Visiting the UNESCO-listed Laurisilva Forest in Madeira
- Touring a botanical garden with a local orchid expert
- Experiencing the beauty of La Gomera’s Garajonay National Park
Itinerary:
Portsmouth, UK – Funchal, Madeira – Santa Cruz de la Palma, Canary Islands – San Sebastián, La Gomera, Canary Islands – Santa Cruz, Tenerife, Canary Islands – Arrecife, Lanzarote, Canary Islands – Lisbon, Portugal – Cruise along the Mouth of the River Tagus, passing Belem Tower and the Discoveries Monument, Portugal – Sail by Cristo Rei and the 25 de Abril Bridge, Portugal – Portsmouth, UK
Borealis’ 14-night ‘In Search of the Northern Lights’ cruise (S2427) departs from Portsmouth on December 7, 2024. Prices start at £1,499 per person, with an additional £100 per person to spend on board.
Highlights include:
- Searching for the Northern Lights in Tromsø, the Gateway to the Arctic
- Spending time with local Sami people to learn about their traditional way of life
- Experiencing husky sledding through snowy landscapes
Itinerary:
Portsmouth, UK – Ålesund, Norway – Cruise by Torghatten, Norway – Cross the Arctic Circle, Norway – Tromsø, Norway (overnight stay) – Alta, Norway (overnight stay) – Sortland, Norway – Bergen, Norway – Portsmouth, UK
Borealis’ 14-night ‘In Search of the Northern Lights’ cruise (S2502) departs from Portsmouth on February 1, 2025, with prices starting at £1,899 per person.
Highlights include:
- A chance to witness the Northern Lights in Alta and Tromsø
- Embrace friluftsliv by enjoying outdoor activities like husky sledding
- Sailing past Torghatten, the intriguing mountain with a hole through its center
Itinerary:
Portsmouth, UK – Ålesund, Norway – Cruise past Torghatten, Norway – Cross the Arctic Circle, Norway – Tromsø, Norway (overnight stay) – Alta, Norway (overnight stay) – Sortland, Norway – Bergen, Norway – Portsmouth, UK
Borealis’ 14-night ‘Canaries and Carnivals’ cruise (S2504) departs from Portsmouth on February 27, 2025, with prices starting at £1,599 per person.
Highlights include:
- Experience the vibrant Cadiz Carnival and Tenerife Carnival
- Explore the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of La Palma
- Stroll through the fragrant botanical gardens of Madeira
Itinerary:
Portsmouth, UK – Cruise past the Tower of Hercules Lighthouse, Spain – La Coruna, Spain – Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands – Las Palmas, Canary Islands – Funchal, Madeira – Cadiz, Spain – Portsmouth, UK
