Get into the Christmas spirit on their festive Christmas cruise to Copenhagen and Hamburg. Copenhagen's spectacular Tivoli Gardens truly come alive at Christmas time, and Hamburg's enchanting Christmas market is full of old-fashioned carousels and dozens of stalls. The final port of call, Bremerhaven, hosts its 'Christmas market by the sea', with mulled wine, candied fruits and stollen cake among the many festive delights on offer.

Since humankind first experienced the natural phenomenon of Aurora Borealis their extraordinary beauty has mesmerised all whom witness them. To give yourself the best possible chance of experiencing the Northern Lights, experts recommend spending as long as you can above the Arctic Circle, far away from towns and other sources of artificial light.

Get ready for to 2013, with Fred Olsen's preview of itineraries for next year. Just released, this is the first opportunity to request these new cruises. Enquire now and you'll get the best pick of cruises departing from April 2013 to February 2014, so you can choose the perfect holiday for clients. What's more, you'll have the first choice of cabins too, so you can be sure to get the best cabin and position on the ship.

Fred. Olsen operate cruises to the Canary Isles all year as the sunny weather makes it an ideal winter or summer destination. The ships depart from Southampton, Greenock, Newcastle Portsmouth and Dover for 12 -16 nights in duration with many making stops in Portugal, Spain and even Cape Verde!

Cruises depart between May and October from Southampton, Rosyth, Newcastle and Dover for 12-14 nights in duration. Each cruise will have a slightly different itinerary but the common denominator for Baltic cruises is that they will all stop in St. Petersburg for either one or two nights. Many of the Baltic cruises sail down the Kiel Canal, in Germany, the busiest man-made waterway in the world and a highlight of Fred. Olsen's programme as few ocean cruisers can sail the Kiel canal as they are too big.

Cruises depart from May to September from the following UK ports: Southampton, Newcastle, Rosyth and Dover. With cruises lasting from 8 to 14 nights, a Fred. Olsen cruise is one of the best ways to see Norway and Scandinavia. With few ferry crossings to this part of Europe, a cruise offers the opportunity to visit several ports and destinations in a short space of time.

Explore the picturesque town of Kirkwall, the capital of the Orkney Islands with its narrow streets, gift shops, cafs, hotel restaurants and bars - this is a great location to explore the islands. Bergen, a former European Capital of Culture, bursts into life in the summer, where World Heritage Sites and modern cafs nestle comfortably together.

Explore the historic town of Rouen, France with history around every corner. Rouen is famous for its magnificent Gothic architecture, charming half-timbered houses and contemporary bustle like no other city in France. It is also home to several important museums devoted to fine art, antiques, ceramics and natural history. Don't miss out on a visit to the cities prominent Cathedral with its breathtaking spires and towers. This Cathedral was once the tallest building in the world!

The ideal way to sample all that Ireland's capital city has to offer with a relaxing cruise to start and finish the trip. Dublin is one of finest cities in Europe, a place of enormous variety and never-ending interest, from the beautiful bridges across the River Liffey to the elegant Georgian buildings that line the wide streets and squares.

Antwerp is the world's leading centre for cut diamonds, but there is more to this vibrant city than precious gems. There are more than 20 museums in the city, as well as fine buildings from throughout its historic past, excellent shops and delightful parks and gardens.

The Belgian city of Ostend grew from a small village to a major town during the 18th century. There is plenty to see here, with a number of fascinating museums and galleries in the city worth a visit. Famous for its canals and world renowned art museums, there is plenty to see and do in Amsterdam.