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Rating by Category
Food & Dining4
Entertainment3
Value for Money4
Cabin & Accommodation3
Service & Staff5
1 Review
Small ship charm with wonderfully friendly crew
Margaret P.5 Jan 2026Would recommend
Food
4/5
Entertainment
3/5
Value
4/5
Cabin
3/5
Service
5/5
We chose Borealis for a 12-night Mediterranean cruise from Dover and loved the intimate atmosphere. With only 1,300 guests, the crew knew our names by day two. The itinerary included smaller ports that big ships cannot reach, which made for much more authentic excursion experiences. Entertainment is traditional rather than flashy — dance classes, guest speakers, and craft sessions. Perfect for us.
Pros
Intimate atmosphere, exceptionally friendly crew, unique smaller ports, no-fly from multiple UK ports
Cons
Ship interiors feel dated in places, limited dining options, entertainment won't suit younger cruisers
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