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Black Watch

Cruise ships were once famous for their style and charm. Black Watch harks back to those days, when quality and service were taken for granted. Sleek and intimate, with cabins and suites for 804 people, Black Watch has a warm welcome waiting for you.

So, be captivated by the entertaining cabaret at the Neptune Lounge,and fire-up your taste buds for a treat at the Glentanar Restaurant.  Or, share a relaxing drink over panoramic views across the ocean in our Observatory Lounge.

Facilities on Black Watch

We want to offer you the very best experience we can on your cruise, so we've put a few details together below to help make your stay more comfortable.

Internet Centre

Keep up to date with current news and sporting events or even share your holiday adventures and photos with friends and family back home. Both are possible by visiting our fully equipped Internet Centre, where our guests are able to browse the internet and e-mail is available via web-based e-mail accounts.

Laundry Room

Many of our guests like to leave behind their everyday chores - and who could blame them? Of course there is a comprehensive laundry service which your cabin staff will be pleased to arrange for you.
However, we appreciate that occasionally there may be  items you wish to deal with yourself, especially during a longer cruise, and the self-service launderette is equipped with washing machines, tumble dryers and ironing facilities.

Medical Centre

You can relax totally on a Fred. Olsen cruise knowing that your every need is being taken care of. We hope that you never need to visit the Medical Centre, but be reassured that any ailments you may have can be assessed by our medical staff.

Our Medical Centre offers primary care with a doctor and/or nurse on permanent call if the requirement should arise during your time on board.

Guest Services

Here our dedicated Guest Services Team are on hand to help with any enquiries; whether it’s changing currency, requesting a bath robe or helping with your holiday arrangements.

Ship Information

Rooms 423
Passengers 804 standard occupancy
Crew 330
Refitted 2009
Fully Stabilised Yes
Tonnage 28,613 grt
Length 205.47 m
Beam (width) 25.20 m
Speed 18.5 knots
Decks and cabins
Marina Deck 3
Atlantic Deck 4
Main Deck 5
Lounge Deck 6
Lido Deck 7
Bridge Deck 8
Marquee Deck 9
Sun Deck 10
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Suites

Suites on board Black Watch range from approximately 150 square feet for a Single Balcony Suite, to approximately 550 square feet for a Premier Suite.
Premier and Marquee Suites have a bedroom and sitting room, balcony, bathroom with bath and/or shower, television, a fridge and mini bar.
Superior & Balcony Suites have a bedroom and sitting area, balcony, bathroom with bath and/or shower, television and a fridge.
Superior Junior Suites, Terrace Balcony Suites* and Junior Suites have a sitting area, bathroom with bath and/or shower, television and a fridge.
Suite accommodation may offer twin or double beds.  Please ask for specific details when making your booking.
*Terrace Balconies are non-smoking.

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Balcony Cabins

Balcony Cabins on board Black Watch are approximately 160 square feet, and approximately 150 square feet for a Superior Single Balcony Cabin.

These Balcony Cabins have a cabin with balcony, bathroom with shower.  All Balcony Cabins on board Black Watch have a hairdryer and television. 

The following grades of Balcony Cabin are on board Black Watch:  BC, J.

Recently re-fitted, Black Watch’s cabin options now include 27 Terrace Cabins on Lido Deck 7.

Offering guests their own outdoor space, these cabins are perfect for those who wish to enjoy the refreshing sea air and wonderful scenery from the comfort of their own room.

Terrace Cabins have their own sociable terrace balcony, hairdryer, television and bathroom with shower.

The following grades of Terrace Cabins are available on Black Watch: TC, TCD, TS and TK.

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Outside Cabins

Outside Cabins on board Black Watch range from approximately 160 square feet to approximately 200 square feet for a Superior Outside Cabin.  All Outside Cabins have a bathroom with a shower and/or bath.

Some Outside Cabins have picture windows, and all cabins have a television.

The following grades of Outside Cabins are on board Black Watch:  A, B, C, D, E, F.

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Inside Cabins

Twin Inside cabins on board Black Watch are all approximately 140 square feet in size, have a bathroom with a shower, and can be found on Atlantic and Marina Decks.  All Inside cabins also have a television.

The following grades of Inside Cabin are on board Black Watch:  H, I.

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Single Cabins

Single cabins on board Black Watch range from 140 square feet for a Single Inside Cabin, to 150 square feet for an Single Outside Cabin.  All single cabins on board Black Watch have televisions.

All single cabins have a bathroom with shower (some may also have a bathtub).

The following grades of Single Cabins are on board Black Watch:  K, L, M, N.