Lindblad Expeditions has cancelled two more sailings on the new National Geographic Quest. The company announced on Friday the July 8 and July 15 sailings aboard the new Quest have been cancelled. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

Lindblad Expeditions has announced that it has cancelled the first cruise of its new vessel, the National Geographic Quest, being built by Nichols Bros. Set to sail on June 26, the ship is now expected to sail her first cruise on July 8. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

The June 26 inaugural voyage of National Geographic Quest, Lindblad Expeditions’ first newly built cruise ship, is likely to be delayed. The decision came after Sven Lindblad, president and CEO of the line, visited the Nichols Bros. shipyard in Whidbey Island, Washington and had concerns. (cruisecritic.com)

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has announced the launch of National Geographic Global Explorers, a unique exploration based family program that provides an unforgettable “smart fun” experience. (expeditioncruising.com)

Lindblad Expeditions announced that it has appointed Daniel J. Hanrahan to serve as an independent director. In addition, Hanrahan was appointed as a member of the Audit Committee of the Board. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

Looking forward during Tuesday’s first quarter earnings call, Lindblad Expeditions President and CEO Sven-Olof Lindblad, painted a positive view of the niche line’s future. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

Lindblad Expeditions is close to formally announcing a shipyard partner to build a new expedition vessel, according to Sven-Olof Lindblad, president and CEO. “It will be the most thought out and equipped global expedition ship in the world,” Lindblad said. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

Starting this April, Lindblad Expeditions will include all drinks and crew gratuities in the cruise fares for all departures of National Geographic Explorer and National Geographic Orion. (cruisecritic.com)

Lindblad Expeditions today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and calendar year ended December 31, 2016. Full year tour revenues of $242.3 million increased $32.4 million, or 15%, as compared to 2015, primarily due to contributions from Natural Habitat, which was acquired in May of 2016. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic now has a name for its brand-new 100-passenger ship, launching in June 2018: National Geographic Venture. The expedition vessel and its sister ship, National Geographic Quest (launching in June 2017), are the only new-builds in the history of the cruise line. (cruisecritic.com)

Beginning in March 2018, Lindblad Expeditions’ National Geographic Orion will sail a variety of one- and two-week itineraries to the South Pacific and French Polynesia, with stops in Fiji, the Cook Islands, Easter Island and more. (cruisecritic.com)

The 96-passenger National Geographic Endeavour II, Lindblad Expedition’s newest addition to the fleet, will make its debut tomorrow, December 3, one month ahead of schedule. (cruisecritic.com)

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has released an in-depth preview of its 2017 cruise season. (travelagentcentral.com)

Lindblad Expedition Holdings, Ltd., the listed expedition cruise operator, has plunged to a loss in the second quarter as the cost of dry dockings exceeded a rise in net yields. (cruisebusiness.com)

In his role as Chief Financial Officer, Felenstein will be responsible for all accounting and finance related functions within the Company, including merger and acquisition related activities, and he will serve as the Company’s primary liaison with the investor and financial community. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has released its 2016/2017 Explorations brochure that offers adventure seekers extraordinary small-ship expeditions, showcasing over 50 itineraries including new highlights such as Wild Alaska Escape and Big Picture Alaska. (expeditioncruising.com)

Lindblad Expeditions is pleased to announce the name for the latest addition to its fleet. The National Geographic Quest is currently being built in Seattle and will make her first voyage on 26 June 2017. (etbtravelnews.com)

Lindblad Expeditions Holdings announced that it has acquired 80.1% of the outstanding common stock of Natural Habitat, which they called a leading adventure travel and ecotourism company based in Boulder, Colorado. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

In this new role at Lindblad, Mr. Auerbach will be responsible for all revenue production and will lead marketing, sales, digital product development, and strategic partnerships. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

The National Geographic Explorer has been forced to cancel its stop at Dart Harbour (Dartmouth, UK) next week because of a technical issue as the ship repositions from Antarctica. (cruisecritic.com)

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has released its new Europe brochure, offering extraordinary voyages, including six new 15-day “guest-inspired” itineraries to some of the old continent’s most storied and fascinating destinations. (expeditioncruising.com)