Expedition travel operator Hurtigruten will offer a record 100 shore excursions, Young Explorer activities and professional expedition teams on its Norwegian coastal ships in 2018. Designed to suit all ages and activity preferences, the coastal expedition excursions will include nature-based tours, hikes, gentle strolls, rib boat excursions, and urban exploration opportunities. Highlights will include dogsledding through the mountains of Kristiansund,…
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Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Offers Nordic Culinary Cruise
They say food is a window to the world. And at Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic, another window is opening as they introduce a new specialty to their stellar expedition team – culinary naturalist. Renowned for their team of experts including historians, geologists, ornithologists, marine scientists, biologists – and even an ethnomusicologist – Lindblad is now harnessing the power of cuisine-as-culture to…
Read MoreSilversea’s New Galapagos Itineraries Set Sail
Luxury expedition cruise specialist, Silversea Expeditions, has recently launched the first of two new seven-night Galapagos itineraries. The 100-guest, all-suite Silver Galapagos will operate the alternate itineraries which are approved by the Galapagos National Park Service, both departing on Saturdays. Departing from Baltra for the first time this week, the new North Central itinerary showcases the best of the Galapagos Islands…
Read MoreCool Savings Aboard the Only Passenger Ship to Attain the Geographic North Pole
Poseidon Expeditions announces early booking savings of $1,435 to $2,255 per person on three 2018 voyages aboard the only passenger-carrying vessel in the world that can attain 90º north, the geographic North Pole. With rates starting at $27,260 per person (double occupancy), this singular adventure starts in Murmansk, Russia. There, guests embark the nuclear-powered icebreaker 50 Years of Victory for…
Read MoreSilversea Reveals Silver Cloud Design in New Renderings
Silversea has released a selection of renderings showcasing the beautifully crafted Silver Cloud interiors ahead of her conversion into an ice-class expedition ship, which will take place between August and October this year. Silver Cloud, which launched the Silversea fleet in 1994, will offer the ultra-luxury distinctions of a classic Silversea ship combined with the strength and maneuverability required for…
Read More8 Unexpected Ways Antarctica Can Wow You on an Expedition Cruise
Name one continent that conjures up the most superlatives. For starters, think coldest, highest, windiest and driest continent on the planet. You’re spot on if Antarctica comes to mind! The preferred way to experience a plethora of additional superlative experiences in this bucket list destination is to explore Antarctica in the intimate way that only a small ship can offer….
Read MoreHurtigruten Begins Construction of First Hybrid Expedition Ship
Launching in 2018, MS Roald Amundsen will be the world’s first expedition cruise ship powered by hybrid battery technology. The steel section marking the official start of the construction, will become one of the main engine compartments – housing the ship’s revolutionary hybrid engines. Sustainability will be the core of every detail of the ship and the on board operation….
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