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Solomon Islands: Trash and Treasure Pacific Style
Wreck and relic hunting in the Solomons by Roderick Eime The vast South Pacific is an explorer’s dream. Just ask Cook, Baudin, Bligh or Mendaña, the first European to sight the Solomon Islands in 1568. My own Pacific iniation began in 1971 aboard P&O’s SS Himalaya on a cruise to Noumea, Fiji and New Zealand. […]
Cruising in the Canadian Arctic ‘Problematic’
#expeditioncruising Hapag-Lloyd Bremen at Pond Inlet (University of Ottawa) The Canadian Arctic is one of the most ‘cumbersome, expensive and problematic regions in the world’ for expedition cruise operators, according to the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO). More than 35 different Canadian authorities require over 50 applications and permits from cruise operators to […]
True North 2016 Sailing Schedule
#expeditioncruising The TRUE NORTH’s 2016 sailing schedule is now available Here are just a couple of comments that recently appeared on our Facebook page: “TRUE NORTH – a boat like no other. An experience like no other, a journey to remember for ever and ever!” – Miriam Tier “TRUE NORTH is the benchmark for small-ship […]
Captain Cook Cruises welcomes new hospitality member
#expeditioncruising Captain Cook Cruises are delighted to announce the appointment of a new Hospitality Manager aboard MV Reef Endeavour. He comes to us with a wealth of knowledge and experience. Clinton Perkins is a small ship veteran with a love of the islands. He is a New Zealander with a keen sense of heritage and […]
Introducing Pearl Seas Cruises USA
#expeditioncruising Pearl Seas Cruises, the newest small ship cruise line in the United States, has developed a new style of luxury small ship cruising, starting with its 210-passenger flagship, the Pearl Mist. The brand-new luxury ship features the latest technology in safety, navigation and communication and the finest luxury accommodations and amenities. Starting in […]
New Ponant Appointment
#expeditioncruising Eva Robert Eva Robert CdP Australasia appointment Compagnie du Ponant Australasia adds French influence Monique Ponfoort, Vice President of French expedition and luxury cruise line Compagnie du Ponant Australasia, is delighted to announce further expansion of the Sydney office with the arrival of Eva Robert, fresh from Ponant Marseille, France, to fill the role […]
Escape and explore this winter with Novotel Sydney Parramatta
Put some fun into your winter with a weekend escape at Novotel Sydney Parramatta and explore Western Sydney with ease. A ‘Weekend Winter Escape’ package is now available for couples or families seeking a getaway to break the wintry blues. From $169 per room, the package includes overnight accommodation for one night, buffet breakfast for […]
Escape and explore this winter with Novotel Sydney Parramatta
Put some fun into your winter with a weekend escape at Novotel Sydney Parramatta and explore Western Sydney with ease. A ‘Weekend Winter Escape’ package is now available for couples or families seeking a getaway to break the wintry blues. From $169 per room, the package includes overnight accommodation for one night, buffet breakfast for […]
Bar Surry Hills & Italian Kitchen Opens its Doors
After a stylish revamp, Bar Surry Hills & Italian Kitchen, opened their doors on July, Friday 4th to reveal a smorgasbord of share style Italian dining, craft beers and cocktails. The refurbishment has seen a transformation into a romantically lit, warm, rustic eatery, with a salumi & cheese table on entrance showcasing a magnificent selection of local and […]
Bar Surry Hills & Italian Kitchen Opens its Doors
After a stylish revamp, Bar Surry Hills & Italian Kitchen, opened their doors on July, Friday 4th to reveal a smorgasbord of share style Italian dining, craft beers and cocktails. The refurbishment has seen a transformation into a romantically lit, warm, rustic eatery, with a salumi & cheese table on entrance showcasing a magnificent selection of local and […]
