European Cities & Scenic Rivers
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European Cities & Scenic Rivers

Departure 2 Sep 2026
Duration 14 Nights
Cruise Line Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Ship Balmoral

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Itinerary

Newcastle upon Tyne, England

Date of arrival 2 Sep 2026

An urban city mixing culture, sophistication and heritage, Newcatle-upon-Tyne offers a range of activities and attractions. With more theatres per person than anywhere else in the UK, Newcastle has a wide range of arts and cultural attractions for visitors to enjoy, from the Theatre Royal – regional home to the Royal Shakespeare Company – to the famous Angel of the North.

Newcastle upon Tyne

Honfleur, France

Date of arrival 4 Sep 2026

Honfleur, the most picturesque of the Côte Fleurie’s seaside towns, is a time-burnished place with a surplus of half-timber houses and cobbled streets that are lined with a stunning selection of stylish boutiques. Much of its Renaissance architecture remains intact—especially around the 17th-century Vieux Bassin harbor, where the water is fronted on one side by two-story stone houses with low, sloping roofs and on the other by tall slate-topped houses with wooden facades. Maritime expeditions (including some of the first voyages to Canada) departed from here; later, Impressionists were inspired to capture it on canvas. But the town as a whole has become increasingly crowded since the Pont de Normandie opened in 1995. Providing a direct link with Upper Normandy, the world’s sixth-largest cable-stayed bridge is supported by two concrete pylons taller than the Eiffel Tower and designed to resist winds of 257 kph (160 mph).

Honfleur

Saint Peter Port, Guernsey

Date of arrival 5 Sep 2026

Cobblestone streets, blooming floral displays, and tiny churches welcome you to this wonderfully pretty harbour. The town of St Peter Port is as pretty as they come, with glowing flower displays painting practically every street corner and window-ledge with colour. As the capital, and main port of Guernsey, St Peter Port puts all of the island’s gorgeous beaches, wonderful history and inspiring stories at your fingertips. Feel the gut punch of the midday gun firing at Castle Cornet, which stands guard over one of the world’s prettiest ports. This 800-year-old, Medieval castle offers staggering views of the harbour from its imposing, craggy island location, and you can look out across to the looming shorelines of the other Channel Islands from its weathered battlements. With four well-tended gardens, and five museums offering a rich overview of Guernsey’s history, you’ll want to leave a few hours aside to explore the many treasures that lie within the castle’s walls.

Saint Peter Port

Bordeaux, France

Date of arrival 7 Sep 2026

Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you’ll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region’s largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux”—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d’Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it’s pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned.

Bordeaux

Bordeaux, France

Date of arrival 8 Sep 2026

Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you’ll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region’s largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux”—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d’Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it’s pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned.

Bordeaux
Day 1

Newcastle upon Tyne, England

Date of arrival 2 Sep 2026

An urban city mixing culture, sophistication and heritage, Newcatle-upon-Tyne offers a range of activities and attractions. With more theatres per person than anywhere else in the UK, Newcastle has a wide range of arts and cultural attractions for visitors to enjoy, from the Theatre Royal – regional home to the Royal Shakespeare Company – to the famous Angel of the North.

Newcastle upon Tyne
Day 3

Honfleur, France

Date of arrival 4 Sep 2026

Honfleur, the most picturesque of the Côte Fleurie’s seaside towns, is a time-burnished place with a surplus of half-timber houses and cobbled streets that are lined with a stunning selection of stylish boutiques. Much of its Renaissance architecture remains intact—especially around the 17th-century Vieux Bassin harbor, where the water is fronted on one side by two-story stone houses with low, sloping roofs and on the other by tall slate-topped houses with wooden facades. Maritime expeditions (including some of the first voyages to Canada) departed from here; later, Impressionists were inspired to capture it on canvas. But the town as a whole has become increasingly crowded since the Pont de Normandie opened in 1995. Providing a direct link with Upper Normandy, the world’s sixth-largest cable-stayed bridge is supported by two concrete pylons taller than the Eiffel Tower and designed to resist winds of 257 kph (160 mph).

Honfleur
Day 4

Saint Peter Port, Guernsey

Date of arrival 5 Sep 2026

Cobblestone streets, blooming floral displays, and tiny churches welcome you to this wonderfully pretty harbour. The town of St Peter Port is as pretty as they come, with glowing flower displays painting practically every street corner and window-ledge with colour. As the capital, and main port of Guernsey, St Peter Port puts all of the island’s gorgeous beaches, wonderful history and inspiring stories at your fingertips. Feel the gut punch of the midday gun firing at Castle Cornet, which stands guard over one of the world’s prettiest ports. This 800-year-old, Medieval castle offers staggering views of the harbour from its imposing, craggy island location, and you can look out across to the looming shorelines of the other Channel Islands from its weathered battlements. With four well-tended gardens, and five museums offering a rich overview of Guernsey’s history, you’ll want to leave a few hours aside to explore the many treasures that lie within the castle’s walls.

Saint Peter Port
Day 6

Bordeaux, France

Date of arrival 7 Sep 2026

Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you’ll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region’s largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux”—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d’Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it’s pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned.

Bordeaux
Day 7

Bordeaux, France

Date of arrival 8 Sep 2026

Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you’ll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region’s largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux”—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d’Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it’s pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned.

Bordeaux

Cherbourg, France

Date of arrival 10 Sep 2026

Originally a little fishing village, Cherbourg has developed into a historic port designed by Vauban. This was also a strategic naval port during the Napoleonic wars; there is a marina with over 1000 moorings. “Cap de la Hague” is to the West and the “Pointe de Barfleur” to the East. This port, which belongs to Normandy, is a region that has provided inspiration for countless artists and writers, and is the land of apple orchards and rolling farmland dotted with villages of half-timbered houses. Boasting a wealth of abbeys and châteaux, as well as a superb coastline, it offers something for everyone. Cherbourg was also the first stop of RMS Titanic after it left Southampton, England. On 19 June 1864, the naval engagement between USS Kearsarge and CSS Alabama took place off Cherbourg. The Battle of Cherbourg, fought in June 1944 following the Normandy Invasion, ended with the capture of Cherbourg on June 30.

Cherbourg

Rouen, France

Date of arrival 11 Sep 2026
Rouen

Cruising the Seine River, France

Date of arrival 12 Sep 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Antwerp, Belgium

Date of arrival 13 Sep 2026

Explore Antwerp, Belgium’s second city. Known for its diamond cutting industry, fashion and the many great artists that lived in its vicinity, Antwerp is a city focused on art and culture.

Antwerp

Antwerp, Belgium

Date of arrival 14 Sep 2026

Explore Antwerp, Belgium’s second city. Known for its diamond cutting industry, fashion and the many great artists that lived in its vicinity, Antwerp is a city focused on art and culture.

Antwerp
Day 9

Cherbourg, France

Date of arrival 10 Sep 2026

Originally a little fishing village, Cherbourg has developed into a historic port designed by Vauban. This was also a strategic naval port during the Napoleonic wars; there is a marina with over 1000 moorings. “Cap de la Hague” is to the West and the “Pointe de Barfleur” to the East. This port, which belongs to Normandy, is a region that has provided inspiration for countless artists and writers, and is the land of apple orchards and rolling farmland dotted with villages of half-timbered houses. Boasting a wealth of abbeys and châteaux, as well as a superb coastline, it offers something for everyone. Cherbourg was also the first stop of RMS Titanic after it left Southampton, England. On 19 June 1864, the naval engagement between USS Kearsarge and CSS Alabama took place off Cherbourg. The Battle of Cherbourg, fought in June 1944 following the Normandy Invasion, ended with the capture of Cherbourg on June 30.

Cherbourg
Day 10

Rouen, France

Date of arrival 11 Sep 2026
Rouen
Day 11

Cruising the Seine River, France

Date of arrival 12 Sep 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Day 12

Antwerp, Belgium

Date of arrival 13 Sep 2026

Explore Antwerp, Belgium’s second city. Known for its diamond cutting industry, fashion and the many great artists that lived in its vicinity, Antwerp is a city focused on art and culture.

Antwerp
Day 13

Antwerp, Belgium

Date of arrival 14 Sep 2026

Explore Antwerp, Belgium’s second city. Known for its diamond cutting industry, fashion and the many great artists that lived in its vicinity, Antwerp is a city focused on art and culture.

Antwerp

Newcastle upon Tyne, England

Date of arrival 16 Sep 2026

An urban city mixing culture, sophistication and heritage, Newcatle-upon-Tyne offers a range of activities and attractions. With more theatres per person than anywhere else in the UK, Newcastle has a wide range of arts and cultural attractions for visitors to enjoy, from the Theatre Royal – regional home to the Royal Shakespeare Company – to the famous Angel of the North.

Newcastle upon Tyne
Day 15

Newcastle upon Tyne, England

Date of arrival 16 Sep 2026

An urban city mixing culture, sophistication and heritage, Newcatle-upon-Tyne offers a range of activities and attractions. With more theatres per person than anywhere else in the UK, Newcastle has a wide range of arts and cultural attractions for visitors to enjoy, from the Theatre Royal – regional home to the Royal Shakespeare Company – to the famous Angel of the North.

Newcastle upon Tyne

Cabin Options

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Interior Cabin (I)

Welcome to the Interior Cabin (I) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 160ft² (15m²)
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Interior Cabin (H)

Welcome to the Interior Cabin (H) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 160ft² (15m²)
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Superior Interior Cabin (G)

Welcome to the Superior Interior Cabin (G) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 160ft² (15m²)
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Ocean View (F)

Welcome to the Ocean View (F) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 165ft² (15m²)
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Ocean View (E)

Welcome to the Ocean View (E) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 165ft² (15m²)
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Superior Ocean View (C)

Welcome to the Superior Ocean View (C) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 165ft² (15m²)
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Ocean View (D)

Welcome to the Ocean View (D) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 165ft² (15m²)
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Single Interior Cabin (N)

Welcome to the Single Interior Cabin (N) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 1 person
Size 130ft² (12m²)
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Single Superior Interior (M)

Welcome to the Single Superior Interior (M) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 1 person
Size 160ft² (15m²)
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Superior Ocean View (B)

Welcome to the Superior Ocean View (B) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 165ft² (15m²)
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Single Ocean View (L)

Welcome to the Single Ocean View (L) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 1 person
Size 140ft² (13m²)
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Superior Ocean View (A)

Welcome to the Superior Ocean View (A) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 200ft² (19m²)
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Single Ocean View (K)

Welcome to the Single Ocean View (K) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 1 person
Size 165ft² (15m²)
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Balcony Cabin (BA & BC)

Welcome to the Balcony Cabin (BA & BC) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 260ft² (24m²)
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Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)

Welcome to the Balcony Junior Suite (BJ) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 279ft² (26m²)
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Superior Suite (SS)

Welcome to the Superior Suite (SS) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 341ft² (32m²)
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Marquee Suite (MS)

Welcome to the Marquee Suite (MS) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 472ft² (44m²)
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Premier Suite (PS)

Welcome to the Premier Suite (PS) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 601ft² (56m²)
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Single Balcony Cabin (J)

Welcome to the Single Balcony Cabin (J) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 1 person
Size 218ft² (20m²)
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Single Balcony Suite (JB)

Welcome to the Single Balcony Suite (JB) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 1 person
Size 270ft² (25m²)
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Owner's Suite (OW)

Welcome to the Owner's Suite (OW) aboard the Balmoral from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 1181ft² (110m²)

Ship Facilities

Dining
Enrichment
Entertainment
Health & Fitness

About the Ship

Our smallest ship, Balmoral, is a classic gem, offering an intimate cruising experience. She has wonderful facilities – five beautiful restaurants, seven bars and lounges, two pools and lovely wide open decks which are perfect for when Balmoral is scenic cruising.

Balmoral

Balmoral Information

Launched 1987
Length 715 ft (218m)
Guest Capacity 1250
Cabins 710
Crew Members 537

Deck Plans

Marina Deck 3
  • Laundry Room
  • Olsen Art Studio
  • Medical Centre
  • Single Ocean View Cabins
  • Ocean View Cabins
  • Interior Cabins
  • Single Interior Cabins
Coral Deck 4

  • Superior Ocean View Cabins
  • Ocean View Cabins
  • Interior Cabins
  • Single Ocean View Cabins

Atlantic Deck 5

  • Ocean View Cabins
  • Interior Cabins
  • Superior Ocean View Cabins

Main Deck 6

  • Ballindalloch Restaurant
  • Floral Blooms Shop
  • Photo Gallery
  • Guest Services
  • Destination Services
  • Sea Cove Shop
  • Oriental Tea Room
  • Superior Ocean View
  • Single Interior Cabin
  • Interior Cabin

Lounge Deck 7

  • Jacuzzis
  • Swimming Pool
  • Scoops Ice Cream
  • Tea & Coffee Station
  • Thistle Buffet Restaurant
  • Morning Light Pub
  • Earth Room
  • Bookmark Café
  • Card Room
  • Open Promenade
  • Botanical Room
  • Future Cruise Information
  • Boutiques
  • Neptune Bar
  • Neptune Lounge

Lido Deck 8

  • Lido Bar
  • Colours & Tastes Restaurant
  • Lido Bar
  • Sports TV
  • Superior Ocean View Cabins
  • Single Ocean View Cabins
  • Single Superior Ocean View Cabins
  • Balcony Junior Suites
  • Superior Interior Cabins
  • Balcony Cabins

Bridge Deck 9

  • Laundry Room
  • The Bridge
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Superior Interior Cabins
  • Single Interior Cabins
  • Single Balcony Suite
  • Balcony Junior Suite
  • Superior Suite
  • Marquee Suite

Highland Deck 10

  • Spey Restaurant
  • Avon Restaurant
  • Atlantis Spa
  • Fitness Centre
  • Owner’s Suite
  • Balcony Junior Suites
  • Premier Suites
  • Superior Suites
  • Marquee Suites

Marquee Deck 11

  • Observatory
  • Marquee Bar
  • Jacuzzis
  • Swimming Pool
  • Sun Deck
  • Games Court
  • Golf Net

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