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Expedition Cruising: The Ultimate Extraordinary Adventure! Ever wished to immerse yourself in an experience that has both unparalleled luxury and thrilling adventure? Welcome to the world of expedition and adventure cruising. What is Expedition Cruising? 1. Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations:- Expedition cruises venture into remote, less-traveled locations. Think Antarctica, the Arctic, the Galapagos Islands, Africa and even the Amazon River. 2. These cruises typically use smaller ships with the ability to navigate through narrow inlets and shallow waters that larger ships can’t access. Also fewer passengers and a more intimate experience. 3. Immersive Experiences:- such as hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, and wildlife spotting. There are lots of opportunities for hands-on learning, often led by experts like marine biologists, historians, and geologists. 4. The schedules are often more flexible to accommodate spontaneous wildlife sightings and weather conditions, making each journey unique and unpredictable in the best way possible. 5. Onboard, passengers can attend lectures, workshops, and discussions about the destination's ecology, history, and culture, making the experience both adventurous and educational. These cruises create lifelong memories, offering opportunities like standing on the Antarctic ice shelf or paddling through the Amazon rainforests and leaves clients more informed and aware of environmental and cultural issues, nurturing a sense of global citizenship. Despite the rugged destinations, the ships often offer high-end amenities, gourmet cuisine, and personalized service, combining adventure with comfort. If this is something that excites you, contact me to discuss which type of expedition will be best for you! DM me or email me at Info@luxurytravelpartner.com. #ExpeditionCruises #AdventureTravel #WildlifeExplorers #RemoteDestinations #OffTheBeatenPath #TravelWithAPurpose #SustainableTourism #ExpeditionLife #AdventureSeekers #WildernessAdventures #ExploreTheUncharted #JourneyToTheUnknown #AdventureCruises #ExpeditionVoyages #WildlifeAdventures #TravelForChange #ResponsibleTravel #ExpeditionTravel #BeyondTheOrdinary

Announcing HXs 2025-2026 Line-Up, Our Strongest Season Yet 80 itineraries across five continents, with new sailings in Svalbard, Iceland, the Arctic Canada and Greenland; increased Antarctic capacity; and a continued focus on warm-water destinations    We’ve unveiled our ambitious 2025-2026 line-up, doubling down on growth destinations, launching new ports, and unveiling innovative new sailings for curious travellers. The season will feature over 80 itineraries, offering even more opportunities for mindful adventurers in key expedition regions. We're also excited to continue our presence in warm waters following our inaugural season in West Africa (launching this month) and the successful roll out of three new Galápagos Islands itineraries in 2023. With a 130-year legacy in expedition cruising, we have more experience to draw on than any other operator. This heritage, coupled with our product teams’ unwavering commitment to building #meaningfulconnections with the people and places we visit, will make 2025-2026 our strongest season yet. Head to our press release for a comprehensive overview of the new season. https://lnkd.in/erSqhM3S #curioustravellers #exploration #sustainablecruising #HX #HurtigrutenExpeditions #wheretotravelnext

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Back from an island hopping cruise through the Aloha State. See why our expert says "If I could pick a perfect size ship for comradery and adventure, this would be it." Plus more firsthand insight on what you can expect if you want to get aboard the Safari Explorer in Hawaii or Alaska. https://lnkd.in/gHERZXY5

𝕮𝖔𝖗𝖎𝖓𝖙𝖍 𝕮𝖆𝖓𝖆𝖑 𝖎𝖓 𝕲𝖗𝖊𝖊𝖈𝖊 The Corinth Canal is a sea route that connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Aegean Sea, separating the Peloponnese from the rest of mainland Greece. It is 6.3 kilometers long and 21 meters wide. 𝙃𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 The idea of a canal in Corinth dates back to the 7th century BC. C., but it was not until 1881 that construction was completed. The canal was built by a French company and opened in 1893. 𝙄𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 It is an important sea route that significantly shortens the journey between the Aegean Sea and the Ionian Sea. The canal is used by a variety of ships, including cruise ships, freighters and fishing boats. 𝙏𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙢 It is also a popular tourist destination. Visitors can walk or bike along the canal, or take a cruise to see the canal from the water. 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙖 🔸 It is one of the narrowest canals in the world. 🔸 It is so narrow that only one boat is allowed through at a time. 🔸 The sides of the canal are 80 meters high. If you are planning a trip to Greece, be sure to include the Corinth Canal in your itinerary. https://lnkd.in/dcigGcYJ

"Life at sea is a unique journey filled with adventure, challenges, and camaraderie. From breathtaking sunsets to facing the elements, seafarers navigate through the vast expanse of the ocean, forging bonds that last a lifetime. ⚓️🌊 #LifeAtSea #Seafaring #MaritimeAdventure"

The end of May can feel crazy for working parents and grandparents, so I want to share with you a quick mental escape with Glacier Bay, Alaska. Glacier Bay National Park is 3.3 million acres of gorgeousness in fijords, mountains, tidewater glaciers and marine wildlife in Southeast Alaska. 90% of visitors to Glacier Bay do so via cruiseship on an inside passage sailing. Did you know National Park rangers will board most ships to give presentations, and answer questions? There are a few different ways to enjoy this incredible landscape: 🛳 cruise ships like Princess Cruise Line, Holland America, Norwegian Cruise Line, Viking etc. ⛴ small ship cruises like American Cruise Lines, and others like National Geographic or Linblad Expeditions which have a little different experience. 🗻 land tours Glacier Bay, Alaska is a very special splace, and only a part of the incredible Alaskan experience. You could very easily spend months exploring; but most folks will only be able to do a week, or 2. This photo is from an American Cruise Line ship, overnighting in Glacier Bay with special permission. If this image was video, you would hear nothing but the serenity of the landscape, unspoiled by light pollution and the stillness of the beauty of the land. There are many different ways to see the incredible wonders Alaska has to offer, like Glacier Bay, and I have options to fit every level of adventure via traditional cruising, small ship cruising, individual land tours, expedition cruising, luxury guided tours, and small group guided adventures. Let's start a conversation about how you want to experience Alaska: momappovedtravel.com/quote

Let’s start the week with a regular question our team get asked. “How do the excursions work in Antarctica❓” It’s always a good question to ask as the excursions available aren’t always the same on each ship, may differ by itinerary, and sometimes aren’t even possible at certain times of the year. Your route is more of a guideline, so scheduled excursions are never guaranteed. It is the local weather, sea ice conditions, and impromptu wildlife opportunities that will dictate your final itinerary in terms of the sites visited, timings, and activities that you can do. What is certain is that all excursions will involve getting in a Zodiac—a sturdy, inflatable rubber speed boat—used for transporting guests ashore or navigating the smaller and more inaccessible bays and islets. Wherever possible, the team will try getting you off the ship and exploring on foot or via Zodiac at least twice a day. We hope that goes a little way to answering the question, but more information about the included and optional polar pursuits you can take part in can be found below: https://lnkd.in/d6vuEN7i To start your adventure today, call +1.888.585.4780 or email explore@antarcticacruises.com #antarctica #exploration #ultimateadventure #whitecontinent #bucketlisttravel #bucketlist 

Sailing the Isles of Scilly: Stunning – but challenging – cruising https://ift.tt/W7VRGET Falmouth-based David Hackett has cruised in Scilly extensively over many years in his Hallberg-Rassy 37. He gives his guide to sailing the Isles of Scilly Often referred to as the sunshine isles, the Isles of Scilly enjoy more hours of sun than the rest of the United Kingdom. The archipelago is outstandingly beautiful, uncrowded and unspoilt. Of about 140 islands, only five are inhabited, and the whole area is characterised by turquoise seas and golden white sandy beaches, many accessible only to cruisers. The Isles of Scilly is also a Conservation Area, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a Heritage Coast, while having a rich history – 128 listed buildings and 238 scheduled monuments earn it the title of having the highest density per hectare of any English authority. All together, this means the islands really are a cruising gem. On the other hand, charts of the area show many dangerous rocks with unmarked shallow passages, and hundreds of shipwrecks. In 1707 four Royal Navy warships were shipwrecked on the Western Rocks in severe weather with up to 2,000 sailors losing their lives; this Scilly Naval Disaster led to the Longitude Act and Longitude Prize and ultimately contributed to John Harrison’s invention of the marine chronometer to accurately determine longitude at sea. Scilly will test your navigational and pilotage abilities when cruising in demanding, yet beautiful, surroundings. From the mainland Just as south-east England was originally connected to continental Europe, Scilly was joined to Cornwall. About 12,000 years ago, melting ice caused south-west Britain to start to sink, and coupled with rising sea-levels, Scilly became disconnected from mainland Britain. To begin with it was one single island about 12 miles long, but around 4,000 years ago the single island became five distinct separate islands, some now physically joined only at low tide. The process of reclamation by the sea continues. The closest mainland ports are Newlyn and Penzance in Cornwall, from which a passage of 36 miles will take several hours and crosses the Land’s End Traffic Separation Scheme. From Falmouth the crossing is 60 miles but with a tidal gate at Lizard Point, whereas from south Wales, southern Ireland or north-west Brittany it is between 120 and 140 miles, an overnight voyage. Sea (advection) fog with poor visibility can be common in spring and early summer when the sea is still relatively cold. Porth Conger from the north. Photo: Aerial Essex/Getty With tricky local pilotage it’s always wise to arrive during daylight. The Isles of Scilly are relatively low-lying and are not visible when far off; only when you are within five miles of the islands will you be able to identify specific landmarks. A pilot is compulsory for all vessels of more than 30m LOA navigating within five miles of the archipelago. Island pilotage Passages around and...