"Black Watch" refurbishment

[Parsman, Ashford]

It was good to learn that the "Black Watch" docking in December has been extended to carry out an extensive refurbishment of many of the public areas. An extended self-service restaurant is to be created. It is probably my favourite of the Fred. Olsen fleet but it has looked a trifle "tired" in places so this makeover will be welcomed by most "regulars".

[Wrinklyoldgit, Cramlington]

I think this might answer the questions about a replacement for the Black Watch

[Malcolm, Essex]

Boudicca is of course an almost identical ship to Black Watch, but was Olsen-ized more recently, so she looks quite contemorary in places. I'm pleased that BW will get a spruce up to. Two very charming, intimate ships.

[Dave, Whitstable]

It was good to learn that the "Black Watch" docking in December has been extended to carry out an extensive refurbishment of many of the public areas. An extended self-service restaurant is to be created. It is probably my favourite of the Fred. Olsen fleet but it has looked a trifle "tired" in places so this makeover will be welcomed by most "regulars".

My favourite too. But the refurbishment was not such good news for us...

We'd booked the 8-night Christmas Markets cruise which became a 5-night cruise owing to the refurbishment overrunning. So we cancelled.

Then we booked the Canada cruise on Balmoral instead - and got a really great deal!

[Seasick, Scotland]

My favourite too. But the refurbishment was not such good news for us...

We'd booked the 8-night Christmas Markets cruise which became a 5-night cruise owing to the refurbishment overrunning. So we cancelled.

Then we booked the Canada cruise on Balmoral instead - and got a really great deal!

Swings and roundabouts,,, dave :D
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[graham edwards, new eltham]

great news I am going on her for the first time next may ,it can't come quick enough

[Dave, Whitstable]

great news I am going on her for the first time next may ,it can't come quick enough

Then you might be interested in the 'Let's vote on the best cruise ship' thread in which I've praised Black Watch.
http://www.cruises.co.uk/showthread.php?t=1205

On the other hand, you might be interested in the 'Rough Seas' thread which has links to a video of her lurching around like crazy. :o
http://www.cruises.co.uk/showthread.php?t=405

[Berkshire Lass, Berkshire]

That link is of Balmoral in January. Much bigger ship.

[Dave, Whitstable]

That link is of Balmoral in January. Much bigger ship.

Did you notice how careful I was to say 'thread', Berkshire Lass?

I know the first photo is of Balmoral (I posted it) - and many of the first few posts are about Balmoral. But if you follow the thread, you'll get to the bits about Black Watch.

Having been on both Balmoral and Black Watch recently I can indeed confirm that Balmoral is the bigger!

[blitz, poole]

black watch

We were hoping to go on the Black Watch next Spring is this not now possible. When will she back in service. Blitz Poole

[Dave, Whitstable]

We were hoping to go on the Black Watch next Spring is this not now possible. When will she back in service. Blitz Poole

Back in service on 14th December 2009 - no need to panic! ;)

[blitz, poole]

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Back in service on 14th December 2009 - no need to panic! ;)

thanks dave

[Aplmac, Barbados]

Black Watch at Barbados

- today, 30th. December 2009










A bit rusty, dear me!
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[spartan, kent]

- today, 30th. December 2009










A bit rusty, dear me!
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Needs some TLC and a lick of paint

[Dave, Whitstable]

Needs some TLC and a lick of paint

Looks like they only refurbished the inside!