Fred Olsen Cruise Line's Braemer Cruise Reviews

The Braemar (formerly the Norwegian Dynasty, Crown Dynasty and Cunard Dynasty) is a smaller intimate ship that was purchased in 2001 and refurbished and launched as the Braemar.She was built for long range cruising and has a classic style about her.

Operator: Fred Olsen Cruise Lines	Capacity (double occupancy): 733
Builder: Union Naval do Levant (Spain)	Full Capacity: 821
Inaugurated: 1993 / 2001	Space Ratio:26.1/23.8
Gross Tonnage: 19,089 gt	Crew: 320
Length: 537.4 ft. / 163.8 m	Berlitz® Rating: ***+

'Elegant but not stuffy' best describes the atmosphere you'll discover on board Braemar. Expansive windows, large open decks and terraces, as well as a spectacular five-deck atrium create a sense of space noticeably absent from so many of today's cities that go to sea. Enhancing the stylish mood are polished woods and gleaming brass, set off by gentle lighting and rich fabrics in soft, tasteful hues.

With over 400 well-appointed cabins, Braemar continues the Fred. Olsen tradition of small-ship intimacy. There are deluxe suites with private balconies, while most outside cabins feature large picture windows. Some cabins have been refitted especially for single passengers.

Braemar's voguish Thistle restaurant is as dignified as the food is distinguished. In the informal Palms Café a tropical mood is captured by a profusion of palms and specially commissioned murals. In both you will find an attentive crew on hand to ensure passengers are treated as the very important guests they are whilst our award-winning chefs creating cuisine to suit the palate, not the budget.

The cosy Braemar Lounge and other public rooms and bars retain an atmosphere of refined elegance - ideal for meeting fellow passengers, indulging in a game of bridge or catching up on that best-seller.

In the evening, relax and be entertained in the Neptune Lounge whose shimmering stage backdrop highlights spectacular cabarets. Port lectures, classical music and dancing takes place in the charming Coral Club whilst the Skylark Club's glass doors lead onto a sculptured terrace, the perfect venue for dancing the night away under the stars.