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Incredible Arctic Odyssey aboard a classic three-masted schooner.
#expeditioncruising . Relive the glory days of exploration and discovery under sail with this exceptional journey aboard a classic gaff-rigged, three-masted, topsail schooner. In July next year, the magnificent 56m, 33-berth Rembrandt van Rijn sets sail from Svalbard en route to Greenland over 18 days, with plenty of time to absorb the splendour of the Arctic at […]
Explore New Zealand’s Sub-Antarctic wilderness with Silversea Expeditions
#expeditioncruising Enjoy ancient elfin forests, trek across the crater of New Zealand’s only active volcano and view rare, endemic wildlife found on New Zealand’s remote and rugged sub-Antarctic islands, with an unforgettable 14-day expedition voyage from Auckland to Dunedin, aboard Silver Discoverer. Departing from Auckland on 20 December 2015, Silver Discoverer ports at White […]
Massive Antarctica Voyage Program
#expeditioncruising Biggest-Ever Program of Antarctica Voyages for 2015-16 Save $1500 Per Couple on Flights Leading Australian soft adventure company, Active Travel, is marking the launch of its biggest-ever program of Antarctica voyages for the 2015-16 summer by offering AU$1500 per couple for bookings made before February 27, 2015. The program from October, 2015, to […]
Orion Kimberley Swan song – 2015 last expedition
#expeditioncruising This is the season to embark on the most active, in-depth, and fulfilling Kimberley expedition possible. Beginning in 2016 National Geographic Orion will head out to new destinations. (More on the exciting developments to come soon.) From Darwin in the north to Broome in the west, our expedition, experts, and ship are the best […]
Lindblad ship upgrades
#expeditioncruising National Geographic Sea Lion (R Eime) Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has updated the interiors on its twin 62-passenger adventure cruise ships. Areas overhauled included all passenger rooms, the lounge and bar, dining room, spa and public spaces on both National Geographic Sea Lion and National Geographic Sea Bird. Read full story
Shokalskiy ice drama will boost interest in Antarctic cruises
“Men wanted for hazardous journey. Low wages, bitter cold, long hours of complete darkness. Safe return doubtful. Honour and recognition in event of success.” – Ernest Shackleton It may seem like a contradiction, but the recent rescue of 52 stranded scientists and passengers from the beleaguered Akademik Shokalskiy near Mawson’s Huts will surely lead to […]
Silversea’s new Silver Discoverer to cruise Australian waters
Clipper Odyssey to be renamed Silver Discoverer Silversea to add Silver Discoverer in 2014 Silversea Cruises has just announced its eighth vessel, an additional expedition ship which will sail in “even more remote and stunning destinations” from 2014 – including several departures from Australian ports. Dubbed Silver Discoverer, the new vessel will enter service with […]
Coral Princess Cruises unveils new Raja Ampat and Spice Islands itinerary for 2014
Australia and the South Pacific’s pioneer of small-ship expedition cruising Coral Princess Cruises has launched a new 12-night Raja Ampat and Spice Islands expedition as part of its 2014 international schedule. The itinerary, operated aboard their state-of-the-art flagship Oceanic Discoverer, is featured in the company’s newly released 2014-15 South Pacific brochure. The inaugural expedition, which […]
Jeremy Lindblad heading downunder for Lindblad Expeditions Australia
Lindblad Expeditions has announced the appointment of Jeremy Lindblad to the position of Business Development Director-Australia. Jeremy will be based in the company’s Sydney office where he will be responsible for business development opportunities within Australia and the Pacific region, oversee sales activities of the Pacific, and serve as the liaison for all marketing initiatives […]
Berlitz Cruise Guide 2014: EUROPA and EUROPA 2 receive top distinction of 5-stars plus
Berlitz Cruise Guide 2014: EUROPA and EUROPA 2 receive top distinction of 5-stars plus · For the first time, two ships have been awarded the 5-stars-plus rating· The expedition ship HANSEATIC took first place in the “boutique ships” category The latest edition of the popular “Complete Guide […]
