Hurtigruten Expeditions Launches Epic Pole-to-Pole Expedition Cruises
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: Tour operators’ efforts to tackle Arctic marine litter highlighted in new video
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…)
Announcing the 2022/2023 Scenic Eclipse Arctic, Russia Far East & Japan collection
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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Adventure Canada announces 2023 Antarctica and 2021 Arctic Lodge Trips
“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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Crystal Expedition Announces Inaugural Deployment for Crystal Endeavor. ‘Luxury Iceland Expedition’ Voyages Circumnavigating Iceland and Crossing the Arctic Circle
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 reveals flagship expedition cruise for 2023. Introducing the new Northwest passage itinerary
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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New animation video highlights tourist involvement Arctic beach cleanups
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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AECO – Community engagement key to a responsible return to Arctic expedition cruising
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 launch tourist guidelines
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 Announces Three Exciting 2022 Trips
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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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines teases 2022 programme with early launch of scenic Canada and remote Spitsbergen sailings
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has teased further details of its 2022 programme, with two brand new cruises available to book today (Nov.20): ‘Canada in the Fall’ and ‘Rugged and Remote Spitsbergen’. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
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Arctic expedition cruise industry introduces field staff standards
Arctic expedition cruising gives travellers the opportunity to get close to nature, observe wildlife and gain cultural experiences by visiting local communities. (more…)
Poseidon Expeditions Announces 2022 Arctic and 2022-23 Antarctic Cruise Schedule
Announcing the new 2022 Arctic and 2022-23 Antarctic polar cruise seasons three months earlier than usual and announcing a return to West Greenland for the first time in four years top the list for Poseidon Expeditions’ future plans for the 114-passenger expedition ship “Sea Spirit”. (more…)
Tags: Antarctica, Arctic, Poseidon Expeditions
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Explore the Remote Northeast Passage with Abercrombie & Kent Founder Geoffrey Kent. A&K Celebrates 30 Years of Luxury Expedition Cruising with New Voyages for 2021-22
Celebrating 30 Years of Luxury Expedition Cruising
Next year marks a significant milestone as luxury travel company Abercrombie & Kent celebrates 30 years of expedition cruising. What was once an intrepid way to observe wildlife in remote destinations has since been transformed into a luxury adventure, offering an unprecedented level of comfort and access. (more…)
Tags: A&K - Abercrombie & Kent, Arctic, Ponant (Compagnie du Ponant)
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Heritage Expeditions’ Kamchatka cruise supports the critically endangered Spoon-billed Sandpiper
Specialist small-ship expedition cruise company, Heritage Expeditions, whose tour ‘Siberia’s Forgotten Coast’ exploring Kamchatka’s remote coastline supports the critically endangered spoon-billed sandpiper, is delighted with the latest news that 22 healthy chicks have been released into the wild. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Heritage Expeditions (New Zealand)
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Quark Expeditions Announces 17 Arctic Voyages for the 2022 Sailing Season
Quark Expeditions, the recognized Leader in Polar Adventures, released details of its Arctic 2022 season line-up of voyages that are designed to immerse travelers in the splendid isolation of the remote Arctic. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Quark Expeditions
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Quark Expeditions’ Twin-Engine Helicopters Play Key Role in Innovative Greenland Adventure Program
Quark Expeditions, the Leader in Polar Adventure, has introduced a ground-breaking expedition program in Greenland capitalizing on Ultramarine’s two twin-engine helicopters, dual heli-decks and a first-ever partnership with local communities in South Greenland that will offer off-ship adventure options (included in the trip package) exclusive to Quark Expeditions. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Quark Expeditions
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Heritage Expeditions Announces New Voyage Inspired by the World’s First Transit of the Northern Sea Route
Pioneering small ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions is proud to release an exciting new voyage “In the Footsteps of Nordenskiöld”, inspired by Swedish explorer Adolf Erik Nordenskiöld’s famed Vega Expedition of 1878 – 1880. (more…)
Tags: Arctic, Heritage Expeditions (New Zealand)
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Oceanwide proudly participates in Cleanup for Sarah
FCleanup for Sarah Auffret
In memory of Sarah Auffret, AECO’s environmental agent who tragically passed away March last year, Oceanwide Expeditions took part in an AECO-organized waste removal effort known as Cleanup for Sarah on June 16, her birthday. (more…)