Hapag-Lloyd Cruises South and Central America Expeditions Aboard HANSEATIC Inspiration

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Three Extraordinary Expeditions Aboard Their Bilingual Ship

This November and December, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises invites adventure seekers and cultural explorers alike to experience the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of South and Central America. Aboard the cutting-edge expedition ship HANSEATIC inspiration, guests will traverse some of the world’s most stunning landscapes from Costa Rica and the Panama Canal to the remote Chilean fjords on three distinct, expertly curated journeys. The HANSEATIC inspiration caters to the international market with all itineraries conducted in both German and English.

Introducing Far Horizons on the rivers of India

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Far Horizon Tours Pvt.Ltd. operates two river cruise ships, one in the Brahmaputra River in Assam, India, and the other in the Kerala Backwaters. Charman, Sanjay Basu, writes: 

Aranui early bird savings

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Tahitian cargo cruise line Aranui Cruises is enticing Australians to explore the most remote islands in French Polynesia in 2026 with an exclusive early bird offer.

The boutique cruise line is offering Australian residents 15 per cent off the first seven voyages in its 2026 program, including five Marquesas Islands departures and two to the southern Austral Islands.

Paspaley Pearl handover in Singapore

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Sarina Bratton, Executive Chair, Pearl Expeditions, reports on accepting the handover of the motor yacht Paspaley Pearl. “A very special ship handover with many highs and thankfully few lows. It is so uplifting when you meet like-minded professionals whose company you enjoy and know that the start of a friendship has commenced.”

Ocean Adventurer to sail as MS Expedition for G Adventures

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G Adventures, one of the largest adventure travel companies worldwide, has announced a new ship for its Antarctic expeditions.

Pearl Expeditions releases Calendar of Expeditions for 2025 2026

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Following the recent announcements launching Paspaley’s Pearl Expeditions and the arrival of benchmark expedition expert Mick Fogg as General Manager and Head of Sustainability, Pearl Expeditions has released its initial Calendar of Expeditions, available in pdf format, providing an enticing overview of 25 expedition itineraries, including pricing, for voyages commencing in late July 2025 through to April 2026.

Mick Fogg joins Pearl Expeditions

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Following the recent announcement reuniting Sarina Bratton AM with the Paspaley family to create the new venture, Pearl Expeditions, today Sarina announced the appointment of Mick Fogg as General Manager and Head of Sustainability for the operation, effective immediately.

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises to visit the Weddell Sea

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Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has announced its 2025/2026 Antarctic season, highlighted by a landmark 22-day expedition into the rarely visited Weddell Sea, a first in the company’s history. The extended route aboard the HANSEATIC spirit underscores Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ leadership in luxury expedition travel and commitment to taking guests further into the most remote regions on Earth.

From On Board: Temple touts take to the Nile

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From On Board MS Semiramis II
Location: River Nile at Luxor

"Hello! hello! One dollar! One dollar!"

This is my wake-up call at 8am as two brazen chaps in a flimsy wooden dingy afix themselves to our river boat and proceed to spruik their wares loudly in several languages. James from Adelaide in an adjoining cabin, perhaps unwisely, engages them and suddenly plastic wrapped products are being hurled through his cabin window as our Nubian pirates identify a target.

Paspaley Announces Pearl Expeditions

Paspaley, Australia’s foremost producer of fine pearls and a renowned name in fine pearl jewellery, is proud to announce the launch of Pearl Expeditions—a new, uniquely Australian owned, immersive expedition cruise venture. This initiative marks a partnership between Paspaley and cruise industry trailblazer Sarina Bratton AM, bringing together unparalleled expertise and a shared passion for exploration.

Tauck's 2026 Small Ship Bonanza

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New Japan and Korea Itinerary, Arctic Circle Cruise Highlight Tauck’s 2026 Ocean Cruising Plans

“Small is Big” Next Year on 133 Departures Of 20 Tauck Itineraries Aboard 20 Small Ships

Tauck has announced its 2026 small ship ocean cruising plans, and the company is expanding its portfolio next year with the addition of two new itineraries, Sakura Seas: Japan & South Korea and Arctic Days & Northern Lights, offering guests exclusive, immersive experiences in two captivating corners of the globe. 

Paul Gaugin returns to service after refit

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The much-loved ship returned to service in April following a seven-week, multi-million dollar drydock in Singapore.

The m/s Paul Gauguin’s refurbishment features a contemporary redesign of Le Grill restaurant, a serene pool deck with shaded cabanas, new connecting staterooms, updated soft furnishings and enhanced sustainable technologies, all of which were enjoyed firsthand by guests on a repositioning voyage immediately after. Highlights included a visit to the magnificent Borobudur Temple, a traditional dance welcome in Surabaya and even a Tahitian dance class with the onboard performers.

 

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