Northlink Ferries Reviews
Description:Country: Scotland
Newest Review: ... decks. The vessels seem to handle the rough seas quite well compared to older vessels as they have more stabilisers built in and are also designed better for the north sea weather. In older vessels, I have been very seasick sailing in rough seas whereas with Northlink ferries I don't really get seasick at all even if it's rough seas unless it's really stormy of course. The crew always ... more
... advise customers of the weather conditions prior to sailing so you are always kept well informed. I believe that occasionally if sailings are delayed for departure because of waiting for weather to calm down a bit then passengers are allowed on board t...moreCustomer Northlink Ferries Reviews (2)
by - written on 14/09/10, updated on 16/09/10 (Very useful, 265 readings)
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Introduction --------------- Northlink ferries run regular sailings between Aberdeen, Orkney and Shetland as well as a daily sailing from the very north of Scotland to Orkney. Around 2002, brand new vessels were acquired which are pretty luxurious inside. The sailings between Aberdeen and Orkney/Shetland take place overnight and there are plenty of good quality cabins on board. Many cabins including executive ones, outside berths and inner 4 berths. Some cabins can be shared for half the price if you don't mind possibly sharing with a random person or groups of friends maybe can share cabins. Theres a restaurant, 2 bars, ... Read the complete review
Gateway to the northern isles (880 words)by - written on 05/05/10 (Very useful, 606 readings)
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Northlink runs a couple of routes between Scotland, Orkney and Shetland. Scrabster (N tip of Scotland) to Stromness (Orkney), and Aberdeen to Kirkwall (Orkney) and Lerwick (Shetland). On certain sailings from Aberdeen the ferry does NOT stop at Kirkwall. ++++ Booking ++++ Their website is easy to navigate and book through, and if you are a Shetland resident you can apply for an islander discount which gets you about 30% off your car and passenger fair. This offer has also been extended to a 'friends and family' scheme too which operates at certain times of the year, currently 1st May to 30th June, and 1st Sept to 18th Dec. Islanders have to nominate ... Read the complete review
