Fred Olsen has launched a Brexit promise that will apply if a sailing is cancelled due to the UK leaving the European Union.

The cruise line is guaranteeing customers a full refund and a free cruise – a move that will allow people to book “with real confidence”, according to Fred Olsen’s commercial director.

Peter Deer added: “With over 170 years of sailing heritage behind us, we have seen many changes and economic uncertainties over the years, but what has never waivered is our focus on giving guests the best possible experience, wherever and whenever they sail with us.

“With our new Brexit promise, you can book your next Fred Olsen holiday with real confidence, safe in the knowledge that whatever happens, you won’t lose out. 

“In fact, we are so confident that Brexit won’t affect your Fred Olsen cruise that, should the unexpected happen and your holiday is cancelled due to the UK leaving the EU, we will give you a full refund and a free cruise.”

Fred Olsen is also running a summer sale campaign, featuring savings on 46 ocean and river sailings from June to September 2019, on all new bookings made from 3 April to 3 July 2019, inclusive. Guests can save up to £400pp.