Fred. Olsen - Good Housekeeping’s Reader Recommended Accreditation
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Awarded Good Housekeeping’s Reader Recommended Accreditation
FOCL receives Good Housekeeping Reader Recommended accreditation
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has been recognised with Good Housekeeping’s coveted Reader Recommended accreditation, celebrating its ‘unique and memorable’ itineraries. This prestigious recognition follows in-depth research conducted by the Good Housekeeping Institute, gathering insights from its members and past Fred. Olsen cruisers on key aspects such as port selection, overall cruise experience, and likelihood of recommendation.
What Makes Fred. Olsen Stand Out?
The research highlighted several key reasons why guests choose Fred. Olsen for their cruises, with top factors including:
Plenty of scenic cruising – ideal for those who enjoy breathtaking views right from their ship.
A wide range of destinations – from classic favourites to hidden gems inaccessible to larger vessels.
Warm and friendly crew – ensuring a welcoming and personal experience on board.
Good value pricing – offering excellent itineraries at competitive rates.
The results speak for themselves:
✔ 92% of respondents said they made great memories during their cruise.
✔ 85% would recommend Fred. Olsen to friends and family.
✔ 84% are likely to sail with the cruise line again based on its itineraries.
Exceptional Service & Unique Destinations
FOCL receives Good Housekeeping Reader Recommended accreditation (2)
Beyond just the itineraries, Fred. Olsen also excelled in other aspects of the cruise experience:
93% of guests rated the food as excellent.
90% praised the crew as ‘outstanding’.
Guest feedback further reinforced the appeal of Fred. Olsen’s smaller ships and carefully curated voyages:
“I chose to book a Fred. Olsen Cruise because I prefer smaller ships, unique destinations, and a more personal, traditional cruising experience. It felt like the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure.”
“What I liked most about the itinerary was the variety of destinations – each stop felt carefully chosen to offer something unique and memorable.”
“I loved how the itinerary included unique, less crowded ports that larger ships can’t access. It felt like a more personal and exclusive travel experience.”
A Word from Fred. Olsen’s CEO
Samantha Stimpson - FOCL CEO
Samantha Stimpson, CEO at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, expressed her delight at receiving this accreditation:
“We take great pride in offering cruises that help our guests discover some of the world’s most wonderful destinations aboard our smaller ships – whether that be through sailings into the heart of the Norwegian fjords or to seek out the Northern Lights, or longer round-the-world adventures exploring far-flung corners of the globe, from South America and Australia to Antarctica.”
She also credited the cruise line’s exceptional crew for making each journey special:
“It’s great to see that our exceptional service is also shining through in so much of the feedback, as it is our wonderful crew on board who make our itineraries and our cruise experience extra special.”
A Growing List of Accolades
This is the second major recognition for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines in 2025, having also received Feefo’s Exceptional Service Award in January. It was one of only 32 businesses – and the only cruise line – to receive this honour.
If you’re looking for a unique, intimate, and carefully curated cruise experience, Fred. Olsen’s award-winning itineraries might be just what you’re looking for.
For more information, visit www.fredolsencruises.com or call 0800 0355 215 to speak with a reservations specialist.