The engaging humanity of the crew extends to the character of the ships too. Each is built on a reassuringly human scale; large enough to be spacious and comfortable, but still intimate enough to feel friendly and relaxed. And because of their smaller proportions, in comparison with the mammoth and impersonal vessels of many other cruise lines, Fred. Olsen’s ships can take you right into the heart of some of the world’s most breathtaking locations and cities.