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In spectacular surroundings at latitude 78˚ North in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, the local community joined the celebrations of one of the world’s greenest and most advanced cruise ships. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Hurtigruten
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“Le Commandant Charcot”, Ponant’s first hybrid electric polar exploration ship, reached the geographic North Pole on Sept. 6 at 10:38 a.m., according to a press release. During the voyage, Captain Etienne Garcia was at the helm, with Captain Marchesseau at his side. (cruiseindustrynews.com)
Tags: Arctic, Ponant (Compagnie du Ponant)
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Norway has imposed restrictions on visitors to the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard and is banning cruise liners from offering helicopter and submarine rides amid growing concern about the impact of tourism on its fragile environment. (thetimes.co.uk)
Tags: Arctic, Cruise Norway
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This week, the report from the most recent “Joint Arctic Search and Rescue Tabletop Exercise” was published. The report highlights how the skillset of expedition staff can be leveraged when establishing and evacuating passengers to a shore camp. (more…)
The Danish expedition cruise operator Albatros Expeditions, part of the Albatros Travel Group, has released its first Arctic season on the brand-new “Ocean Albatros”. (cruiseindustrynews.com)
Tags: Albatros Travel / Expeditions, Arctic
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Poseidon Expeditions announces the resumption of its signature North Pole icebreaker cruises aboard the nuclear-powered “50 Years of Victory” with two departures in July 2021. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Poseidon Expeditions
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The Transportation Safety Board of Canada has concluded that the 2018 grounding of the passenger vessel Akademik Ioffe in the Canadian Arctic waters was caused by safety deficiencies and, therefore, called for additional sailing measures, according to an investigation. (cruiseindustrynews.com)
Hurtigruten Expeditions, the world leader in exploration travel, has unveiled an epic 93-day Pole to pole expedition cruise – exploring Alaska, the Northwest Passage, Greenland, the Caribbean, the Panama Canal, South America, and Antarctica in one monumental voyage. (more…)
Tags: Antarctica, Arctic, Hurtigruten
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AECO's Clean Seas Project
The Arctic expedition cruise industry has vowed to leave Arctic beaches cleaner than they find them. In addition, they are working to address the problem at its source. The industry’s efforts to combat marine plastic pollution is presented in a new information video. (more…)
Scenic has announced its 2022/2023 Arctic program for its ultra-luxury Scenic Eclipse, The World’s First Discovery Yachts™. “Scenic Eclipse” offers unrivalled exploration in some of the world’s most pristine, remote and unique polar destinations. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Scenic - Luxury Cruises & Tours
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“We are thrilled to release the upcoming 2023 dates for our outstanding selection of Antarctica expeditions aboard the Ocean Endeavour”, said Cedar Swan CEO, Adventure Canada. (more…)
Tags: Adventure Canada, Antarctica, Arctic
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Today, Crystal announced the much-anticipated inaugural deployment of Crystal Endeavor, the first groundbreaking ship for Crystal Expedition Cruises. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Crystal Cruises
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Hurtigruten revealed a new flagship sailing for the 2023 season. Onboard the MS Roald Amundsen, the world’s first battery hybrid expedition cruise ship, passengers will travel along the Northwest Passage following the footsteps of famous Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Hurtigruten
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AECO Clean Seas Animation
It would have been an idyllic scene: A remote beach, ice floes in the distance and a lone seabird searching for its next meal. However, what the fulmar gobbles down is more likely to hurt it rather than to nourish it: A piece of plastic. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO)
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Once Arctic coastal communities are ready to welcome tourists again, expedition cruise operators can engage with local communities to plan safe and considerate visits. (more…)
The Greenlandic communities of Maniitsoq and Kangerlussuaq offer unique experiences to travelers. The two communities have now developed “Community Specific Guidelines” to help visitors understand how they can make the most of their stay while being considerate guests. (more…)
Adventure Canada is delighted to announce three newly released 2022 trips. These special Canadian itineraries explore some of the most incredible coastlines in the country—rich in culture, history, and wildlife. (more…)
Tags: Adventure Canada, Arctic
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