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SunStone Ships and its Infinity-class newbuild project continues to make impressive progress in China, as the company marked the launching of the Sylvia Earle in China, and also laid the keel for the new Ocean Odyssey. (cruiseindustrynews.com)
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In USA TODAY’s 10 best Reader Choice, the readers have chosen Lindblad Expeditions and Aurora Expeditions as two of their top favourites. (more…)
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On 18 March 2021, the CMHI Haimen yard in China celebrated the launch of the ‘Sylvia Earle’ (Aurora Expeditions) and the keel laying of the ‘Ocean Odyssey’ (Vantage Cruise Line), both are Ulstein designed, X-BOW expedition cruise vessels under construction for the U.S. based SunStone Ships. (more…)
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Australia’s award-winning expedition operator, Aurora Expeditions, is celebrating International Women’s Day 2021 by dedicating its new expedition ship to five of the world’s leading female conservationists. (more…)
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Aurora Expeditions has launched its Antarctic 2022-2023 summer season with 26 itineraries, the cruise line has announced in a press release. With the upcoming addition of the Sylvia Earle to the fleet, the season will mark the highest number of trips Aurora Expeditions has operated in one Antarctic season. (cruiseindustrynews.com)
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Renowned marine conservationist, biologist, oceanographer and explorer Dr. Sylvia Earle will be joining the nine-day expedition cruise to Baja California and the Sea of Cortez onboard Aurora Expeditions’ ship named after her. (cruiseindustrynews.com)
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Aurora Expeditions has opened pre-registration for its Antarctic 2022-2023 itineraries, according to a press release. (cruiseindustrynews.com)
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Sylvia Earle, Aurora Expeditions (Credit: WaterWorld)
After the release of Aurora Expeditions’ sleek new external design of the Sylvia Earle last week Aurora Expeditions has unveiled the interior design of its second expedition ship (Greg Mortimer is the first). The ship – named after the marine biologist Dr. Sylvia Earle who is involved in the development process – features the X-BOW. (more…)
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On the eve of its milestone 30th anniversary in 2021, Aurora Expeditions is delighted to officially welcome Monique Ponfoort as CEO, marking the start of an exciting new chapter in small-ship expedition travel. (karryon.com.au)
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Aurora Expeditions has named Monique Ponfoort to the title of Chief Executive Officer, commencing October 2020. Ponfoort joins the business from Ponant and Paul Gauguin Cruises where she was vice president and general manager for Asia Pacific. (cruiseindustrynews.com)
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A steel cutting ceremony was held for the CX103 expedition cruise design, the ‘Sylvia Earle’, on 16 March 2020 at the CMHI Haimen yard, China. She has been designed by Ulstein Design & Solutions AS for SunStone Ships. (more…)
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Aurora Expeditions has named Lisa Bertini its new National Sales Manager USA, a new position within the North American market. She joins the dedicated U.S. team alongside George Johns, business development manager, and brings with her over 25 years of experience in the travel industry. (travelagentcentral.com)
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Aurora Expeditions has launched its 2021/22 program aboard both the Greg Mortimer, and the Sylvia Earle, the world’s first passenger ships to feature the Ulstein X-BOW®. (more…)
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Aurora Expeditions announces partnership with Dr Sylvia Earle
Aurora Expeditions, Australia’s leading expedition cruising company, will name its second purpose built expedition ship after the acclaimed marine biologist and oceanographer, Dr. Sylvia Earle. (more…)
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Onboard the Greg Mortimer (Credit: Micro-Cruising)
Named after Aurora Expeditions’ adventurous co-founder, the 104-metre ship is the first expedition vessel to feature the patented Ulstein X-Bow®; innovative marine technology that allows for gentler sea crossings, improved comfort, greater fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. (more…)
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Aurora Expeditions, a world leader in expeditions to the polar regions, today (Oct.31) celebrated the christening of their highly anticipated and innovative ship, the Greg Mortimer. (more…)
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Named after Aurora Expeditions’ adventurous co-founder, the 104-metre ship is the first expedition vessel to feature the patented Ulstein X-Bow®; innovative marine technology that allows for gentler sea crossings, improved comfort, greater fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. (more…)
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