Fred Olsen Cruise Lines has released its 2022/23 cruise programme, featuring 126 new voyages taking in 82 countries.

The line has added regional departures from Belfast and London Tilbury and shorter, five-night breaks, with departures from eight UK ports.

Fred Olsen will visit a number of maiden ports, including Hakata and Nagoya in Japan; Crotone, Gallipoli and Monopoli in Italy; Lyngdal in Norway and Louisbourg in Canada.

There are also longer sailings, including the Around the World in 80 Days adventure in February 2023, with departures from Southampton or Liverpool on new ship Borealis.

The cruise, timed to coincide with the 150th anniversary of the novel, will call at Mumbai, Hong Kong, Shanghai and San Francisco, among other destinations.

Braemar will also return to the Corinth Canal in 2023. The ship broke the record for being the largest ship to traverse the canal in Greece when it completed the sailing in October 2019.

Fred Olsen head of itinerary planning and destination experience Martin Lister said: “Every year we craft our new itineraries from scratch to ensure that we continue to offer our guests exceptional experiences in the destinations they visit with us. This has felt even more important this year, with the past 12 months having left us all dreaming of our next adventures and really considering what we all want from our holidays.

“A big part of 2022 will be making the most of our beautiful British Isles, with scenic cruising just as rewarding as the wonderful ports of call.

“For those looking to set sail on a shorter cruise, there are plenty on offer, each with the opportunity to experience time ashore, entertainment-packed sea days and scenic cruising aplenty.

“We also have some exceptional sailings further afield for those ready to explore the world again, taking in the autumnal beauty of Canada, rugged explorations of Spitsbergen, and even the chance to follow in the footsteps of Phileas Fogg with an 80-day adventure.”