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Fred Olsen Cruises – Braemer Cruise Ship
"Elegant, but not stuffy" best describes the atmosphere on board Braemar which came into service in 2001. Expansive windows, large open decks, and a spectacular five-deck atrium create a sense of space noticeably absent from so many of today's cruising giants. Her stylish mood is enhanced by polished woods and gleaming brass, set off by subtle lighting and rich fabrics in mellow hues. At 19,089 tons and with 376 well-appointed cabins and suites, Braemar upholds the Fred Olsen tradition of small-ship intimacy without compromising on personal space.
Public Rooms
• The Public rooms are all well appointed. The Braemar Lounge is a walk through lounge, with windows both sides, airy and full of large comfy sofas. Tartan is the theme of course. It has a bar and piano. There is a life sized coat of arms depicting Braemar Castle in Scotland on one wall, and in the middle of the room, a much admired and examined model of the 1953 Braemar.
• The shows are held twice nightly in the Neptune Lounge. Well laid out, but some obstructed views. Fixed rows of seats with rather too many moveable seats in between, which did cause a bit of a problem at times for people passing through and for the wait staff serving drinks. The stage is set along the port side [so sideways on].
• The Coral Club is a smaller show lounge with dance floor, bar and a small Casino. Used for various quizzes, recitals and dancing. The Skylark Nightclub is the only area with 'loud' carpeting:) A nice bar and large dance area. There is a small arcade leading off in one corner. Both these rooms open out onto the aft deck.
• The reception area has another excellent model, Queen of Bermuda. All over the ship there are small prints of Bermuda; I assume these are from her Crown Dynasty days on the Bermuda run.
• There is a card room, well stocked library. Small but well equipped children's playroom. Internet room with 4 PCs and the usual Steiner Beauty and Health club.
• The Pools are Midship, one average sized pool [sea water], small attached toddler pool and 2 Jacuzzis kept very warm. There is the Pool Bar too.
• There is wrap around prom on deck 5, but parts of this are covered in imitation rubbery teak decking. One can also walk around on the top deck. You can walk right up and stand in the bow. Braemar has a wonderful fantail aft, all teak, onto which the various public rooms open out onto on the different levels. Wooden chairs here, no plastic.
• There is always a free chair, and plenty of open deck, no problem to find a space to yourself if wanted. The 5-Storey Atrium, which has some beautiful murals, gives a feeling of spaciousness, as does the main stairway.
• Favourite places aboard, were the Braemar Lounge with its enormous comfy sofas, and standing in the breeze on the bow at night watching the flying fish.
Dining
• The main dining room, the Thistle Restaurant, is spacious with room to manoeuvre, views on 3 sides, decorated in beige and gold, with tables of all sizes. 2 sittings, 6.30pm and 8.30pm. All meals are a la carte in the evening, with open seating for breakfast and lunch when in port. Buffet and off menu at breakfast or lunch. There are plenty of choices on the menu, always warm rolls, appetizers, soups, main courses [about 5 and a vegetarian], tasty desserts, cheese and biscuits, and an extensive wine list. The Food quality is very good, as are the waiters.
• The Palms Cafi, where one can have alternative dining buffet style for any meal, also has an 11pm 'Midnight' full buffet every night, and is lovely. Wooden floors and tables covered with linen and set with cutlery. No plastic trays on a Fred. Olsen ship. Coffee/tea is available here all hours. This opens out onto the aft fantail, so you could eat Al fresco.
• The Pool Bar serves 'fast food' type snacks. Afternoon tea and cakes/biscuits are served around the ship.
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