Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines which operates four ships on the UK market, says it will launch a special celebration package to passengers who retire.

"Many guests taking a Fred. Olsen cruise are marking a special occasion, and often the holiday is to celebrate retirement, when there is at last time to relax and take it easy.  For those guests, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is launching a dedicated package - the ‘Retirement Celebration’ - bookable on any cruise, departing from January 2013," the company said in a statement.

 "The package comprises champagne and canapés served in the cabin, a greetings card, and celebration cake, and is priced at £45.00 per person. It must be booked at least 28 days prior to departure.  Full details will be in the Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Worldwide Cruises 2013-14 brochure, due to be launched in June 2012. "