Balmoral Review
I had forgotten how much I like Fred.
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I have just returned from a 60s party cruise on the Balmoral, sailing with 3 friends.
Having enjoyed many amazing cruises with Cunard, NCL and others, I returned to Fred Olsen after a three year break. My initial impression was not great of the atrium, as it lacked the glitz and finish of the larger, new ships. We were then shown to our inside cabins, which were spacious but not 'modern'.
Despite first impressions, I quickly remembered why Fred is so special. The greetings we had from staff were genuine and friendly; waiting staff remembered our preferred drinks from the very first order; the lounges and meeting spaces were comfortable and well designed; and we weren't bombarded with pushy staff selling drinks/ photographs/ tours/ spa.
Cabin Review
Inside
Although not modern, the room was very well laid out, plenty of wardrobe and drawer space and very comfortable. Being central and midship, it was nice and stable.