Fred Olsen Cruise Line presents its Authentic Scapes , suggesting Spain as its top choice for summer holidays in 2017, with four captivating options for British customers. Spain has long been a favorite summer destination for British tourists; in 2016, the country saw a 20% increase in British visitors compared to the same period in 2015, according to ABTA's 'Travel Trends Report 2017'.
Justin Stanton, Director of Sales and Marketing at Fred Olsen Cruise Lines, commented: “There are many reasons why Spain remains so popular with British tourists – sun, sea, sand and gastronomy combined with spectacular landscapes, architectural wonders and a fascinating history make this destination the perfect summer break.” “Fred Olsen 'Authentic Escapes' has much, much more to add to our guests' experience, as each of the options presented in the brochure has been carefully crafted to offer something beyond conventional tourism.”.
The four cruises offered in the new “Authentic Escapes” brochure are:
- The 15-night 'Authentic Andalusia' cruise on the Balmoral: sail through Andalusia and discover the cultural delights of this Spanish region: flamenco, delicious tapas, equestrian art, Moorish architecture, the Alhambra, and in Galicia, the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela… Ports of call: Newcastle – Cádiz, Spain – Málaga, Spain (accommodation) – Almería, Spain – Gibraltar – Lisbon, Portugal – Vigo, Spain – A Coruña, Spain – Newcastle
- The Boudicca's 16-night 'Glitz & Glamour of the French Riviera' cruise immerses guests in the extravagance of the French Riviera and visits four luxurious destinations nestled between elegant Portuguese and Spanish cities. Stunning beaches, palm-lined boulevards, casinos, classic cars, mega-yachts, and palaces await. Ports of call: Liverpool – Lisbon, Portugal – Barcelona, Spain – Toulon, France – Nice, France – Monaco, France – Cannes, France – Mahon, Menorca, Spain – Cádiz, Spain – Liverpool
- The 8-night 'Scenic Spain' cruise on the Boudicca (adults only): Discover the cultures, traditions, and treasures of "Green Spain" on this inspiring voyage, which takes advantage of the Boudicca's smaller size to bring guests closer to many enchanting destinations. Savor Asturian cider, sample Rioja wine paired with pintxos, discover architectural gems, and much more. Ports of call: Liverpool – A Coruña, Spain – Avilés, Spain – Santander, Spain – Bilbao (from Getxo), Spain – Liverpool
- The 16-night Braemar “Andalusian Delights” cruise (adults only): Immerse yourself in the cultures and traditions of Andalusia on this in-depth exploration of one of Spain’s most picturesque regions. Enjoy the arts, flamenco dancing, stunning landscapes, tapas tasting, and captivating architecture, culminating in an overnight stay in the alluring city of Seville. Ports of call: Southampton – Cádiz, Spain – Málaga, Spain – Almería, Spain – Gibraltar – Guadalquivir River Cruise – Seville, Spain (Overnight) – Guadalquivir River Cruise – Vigo, Spain – A Coruña, Spain – Southampton.
