From On Board: Swan Hellenic Diana in the Indian Ocean

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Location: Victoria, Seychelles
Vessel: SH Diana IMO 9921740
Itinerary: Paradise Isles of the Indian Ocean

In a first for ExpeditionCruising.com, we are travelling aboard the gorgeous newbuild vessel, SH Diana, beginning in the exquisite Seychelles Islands and culminating in East Africa.

Swan Hellenic announces the distinguished scientists of its 2025 SETI Institute Explore Space at Sea Series

Nine expert-led voyages that expand horizons across the globe and look beyond

Cultural expedition cruise pioneer Swan Hellenic is renowned as the choice of adventurous minds who want to explore in-depth around the world. Today, Swan Hellenic has announced full details of its unique Explore Space at Sea Series, which reaches further and deeper, including into the far reaches of space, thanks to a unique partnership with the SETI Institute, which began life with NASA's Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence program (SETI) in the eighties.

Unforgettable Croatia launches new ‘hidden gems’ sailing for 2025

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Luxury small-ship cruise operator Unforgettable Croatia has launched a new ‘Luxury Croatia Hidden Gems Balcony Cruise’ for 2025. The seven-night voyage, sailing from Split to Opatija, is available across two departure dates in June and September.

Viking add new expedition cruising itineraries

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Three new summer season expedition voyages in the Arctic, ranging from 13 to 27 days, exploring the polar north in Canada and Greenland, will debut in July 2025:

What’s New in Small-Ship Adventure Cruising for 2025

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From new ships and trips to new destinations and experiences, AdventureSmith Explorations reports there are more options than ever for expedition-seeking travelers

Expedition cruising has been reported as one of the fastest growing segments of the cruise industry, with travel by small-ship offering one of the most intimate ways to experience remote destinations in far flung locales. Heading into 2025, AdventureSmith Explorations, the leader in small-ship adventure cruises, reports there are even more options for travelers to have unique experiences with the launch of new ships, trips and destinations.

BREAKING: Vietnam's Heritage Line to resume Upper Mekong sailings

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Vietnam's Heritage Line has announced that Upper Mekong cruises on the brand-new vessel Anouvong will resume on 1 January 2025.

Unforgettable Croatia announces 2025 small-ship cruising program

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Unforgettable Croatia has launched its 2025 small-ship cruising program, with 130 guaranteed seven-night departures on offer.

The specialist luxury operator will deploy six vessels across the season, which runs from early-May to mid-October.

Want to know about small ship cruising in New Zealand?

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Family-owned and operated Expedition Cruise Specialists know New Zealand like nobody else.

Read this story for further information on cruising New Zealand by small ship.

Heritage Expeditions Partners with Antarctic Heritage Trust on Inspiring Explorers™ 10-Year Anniversary Voyage 🇦🇶

Heritage Expeditions is proud to partner with the Antarctic Heritage Trust, caretakers of Scott and Shackleton's Antarctic expedition huts and their artefacts, as its Inspiring Explorers™ Expedition Partner on a very special 10-year anniversary expedition into the 'heart of Antarctica' the Ross Sea in January 2025.

Aqua Expeditions Sailing in Seychelles and Zanzibar in 2025

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Aqua Expeditions has recently revealed its plans to expand its luxury expedition cruise offerings to the Seychelles and Zanzibar, with the launch scheduled for December 2025. This significant expansion will feature the addition of a new ship to the company's fleet, bringing the total to six vessels.

BREAKING: Yasawa Princess to cease operations from May 2025

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The former Blue Lagoon Fiji vessel has been operating in the Maldives for several years and has apparently come to the end of its journey.

Introducing Norway's Havila Voyages

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Award-winning, eco-friendly Norwegian cruise provider Havila Voyages offer state-of-the-art maritime comfort and a deeper and more meaningful way of seeing Norway.