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We are taking a short five day cruise on Balmoral. I have received the pre-cruise information, but it doesn't seem to contain anything regarding the dress codes for the cruise...

Submitted by Clarke, Birmingham on 2nd Mar 2012
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral, British Isles

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Please tell me---Is the special 'Tea time' on the Balmoral worth the £5:95 extra that Fred charges? I know there is a tea time in the Palms cafe, similar to other cruise ships, but have you been to...

Submitted by HOLMES, LLANDRINDOD WELLS on 28th Feb 2012
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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We are flying from Gatwick to Rio de Janiero on the 8th March to join Balmoral----can anyone tell me what the airline that Fred Olsen charter--PULLMANTUR AIR--is like--I understand it is a Spanish...

Submitted by HOLMES, LLANDRINDOD WELLS on 25th Feb 2012
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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Hi have just received confirmation of cabin on Fred Olsen Balmoral - 6080 on main deck. If anyone has stayed in it I would appreciate some information on bed arrangements and facilities...

Submitted by Wright, Preston on 23rd Feb 2012
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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Hi we are cruising on the Balmoral ealy April and as a result of a recent accident I am an occasional wheelchair user. Having notified Fred Olsen, I have been advised that it would only be allowed...

Submitted by Wright, Preston on 21st Feb 2012
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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Balmoral - Can anyone tell me if lunch is provided onboard on embarkation day please? I think I recall seeing somewhere that this is only for suite passengers, if so which grades have lunch provided?...

Submitted by Black, Newmarket on 11th Feb 2012
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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We are flying out to Brazil for a weeks holiday and returning from Rio. on the Balmoral. On the informal nights is the dress code jacket and tie or jacket or tie, as weight is crucial for our 4...

Submitted by Till, Stafford on 11th Feb 2012
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral, South America

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Hello. Has anyone stayed in cabin - 9055 on Balmoral? If so, can you let me know what the layout is like and is the balcony bigger than the neighbouring cabins of the same grade? Many thanks in...

Submitted by Black, Sudbury on 25th Jan 2012
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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Fred Olsen mini cruise - 3rd April ... we are thinking of taking a risk and booking this for our family which includes 2 teenagers! They are seasoned cruisers and not really bothered by kids' clubs...

Submitted by Clarke, Birmingham on 17th Jan 2012
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral, British Isles

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We (the Good wife and myself) are to cruise on the Fred Olsen Balmoral for the first time in March for 25 nights from Rio to Southampton---We have an inside cabin on a 'Guaranteed basis' (not known...

Submitted by Holmes, Llandrindod Wells on 2nd Jan 2012
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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Are all insides 2 bed... We have a latesaver and it shows "2 bedded" - I've requested a DOUBLE bed with my agent but seems that the majority are L shaped so no double beds...?

Submitted by smith, Sunderland on 14th Nov 2011
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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We are going on the BALMORAL in November. Can anyone tell me if the Washing machines uses pound coins or uses tokens, Thank You

Submitted by CLARE, LIVERPOOL on 3rd Sep 2011
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral, Northern Europe

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Going on Balmoral 4 nighter and there is a Rock n Roll theme night. Have been on Freds before when had a red, white & blue night and know that some people get dressed up and enter into the spirit and...

Submitted by Jones, Worcs on 29th Aug 2011
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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Any info on Ijuiden (for Amsterdam) would be appreciated. We are taking a mini cruise on Balmoral on 1st September. We are arriving early pm and leaving late pm...

Submitted by Vibert, Jersey on 3rd Aug 2011
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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Hi Guy's, we are sailing on FO Balmoral soon and we have been advised that " Due to speed restrictions at Southampton the departure is delayed for a few hours" does this mean that the arrival on the...

Submitted by Thomas, Cardiff on 3rd Aug 2011
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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I am travelling with my husband and 2 daughters aged 11 & 12 on Balmoral cruise 16/7/11. How many children are booked on the cruise to date? I have seen this question answered by a Fred Olsen rep...

Submitted by Boston, Gloucestershire on 10th Jul 2011
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral, Mediterranean

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Cruising on the Balmoral in a couple of weeks time and would like to know the extent of the dress code for formal nights. Is it ball gowns and tiaras, simple long evening dress, or cocktail dress...

Submitted by Boston, Gloucestershire on 4th Jul 2011
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral, Mediterranean

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Have just been given upgrade from Superior to Premium Suite on Balmoral for Norway on 30 May and wondered if there was a problem with noise from Marquise deck/pool area ?

Submitted by Martin, Chippenham on 20th May 2011
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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Can anyone give details of how much dancing is available on Balmoral. We are keen Ballroom, Latin dancers, and would enjoy dancing all night every night if possible...

Submitted by Parr, Lpool on 18th May 2011
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral

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can you order incabin drinks such as wine and spirits

Submitted by freeman, truro on 9th May 2011
Subject: Fred. Olsen Cruises, Balmoral, Norwegian Fjords