Expedition Cruise Diary 2018 | 2019 | 2020
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Issue 1 | May 2018 expedition CRUISE DIARY 2018 | 2019 | 2020 STOWAWAY PUBLICATIONS CONTENTS Experience the Ponant Moment 10:45 am No one should be surprised that expedition cruising is growing 62° 56’ 27.35’’ S at an unprecedented rate. It offers travellers the opportunity 60° 33’ 19.35’’ W to reach oceans, islands and continents not easily accessible by land and agents great new sales opportunities, appealing to existing cruise clients seeking exciting new experiences and those keen on adventure travel, who would consider the ability to explore remote parts of the planet in comfort and style. The growth and sales opportunities have not been missed by the cruise industry. A whole new generation of expedition ships is being built now that will take exploring the polar regions and other far away places to new levels of luxury. This Expedition Cruise Diary will help agents take a share of this burgeoning market by introducing them to the existing and soon-to-launch ships in this sector and the destinations that only these purpose- designed and built vessels can access. Keith Ellis, Publisher CONTENTS Why take an expedition cruise ........................................................... 7 Antarctica ..................................................................................................12 The Sea of Cortez ...................................................................................17 The Kimberley ..........................................................................................20 The Arctic ..................................................................................................25 The Galapagos .......................................................................................29 The Amazon .............................................................................................34 Antarcti c 5-star Expediti on Cruises The Russian Far East .............................................................................36 Whales, penguins, breathtaking vistas of the White Continent’s ice flows The Mergui Archipelago .....................................................................39 & icebergs, zodiac expeditions in the company of experienced and passionate guides and PROFILES naturalists... Ponant ........................................................................................................18 All aboard a luxurious yacht on an intimate scale, live the intensity and privilege of a real Silversea Expeditions ............................................................................22 expedition in 5-star comfort. Hurtigruten ...............................................................................................24 A Bilingual French crew, refined gastronomy, included shore landings with a team of Scenic ..........................................................................................................28 experts: discover the treasures of the World by sea with PONANT. Published by ............................. Keith Ellis, Stowaway Publications 10 Tadorne Road, Tadworth KT20 5TD Surrey +44 (0)1737 81 2411, [email protected] (1) Winter 2019-2020: 24 departures, starting at £ 6,650 pp Written and Edited by: ..................................................... Jane Archer Ocean view stateroom with private balcony included [email protected] Creative ..........................................Andrew Reeves, Oddsock Design For more information or to book, www.ponant.com [email protected] Call: 0800 980 4027 Front cover image courtesy of Silversea Expeditions STOWAWAY PUBLICATIONS (1) PONANT Bonus Fare per person based on double occupancy, subject to change, domestic flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia included, port and air taxes included. PONANT Bonus fare is susceptible to change depending on availability at the moment of the reservation. Exchange rate (04/05/18): 1€ = £0,877132. More information is available at www.ponant.com. Document and photos for illustrative purposes only. Photo credit: © PONANT - Nathalie Michel - François Lefebvre. Stowaway Publications | 5 AP_SIMPLE_210x297_SUNDAYTIMES_0518.indd 1 09/05/2018 15:27 WHY TAKE AN EXPEDITION CRUISE THE WORLD’S FIRST DISCOVERY YACHTS™ Spa Suite On board Helicopter Lumière Truly All-Inclusive Maritimes Discovery On board Book the ultimate 13 Day Itinerary NEW FOR Return flights from a selection of 2019/20 up to 15 airports New York City > Halifax Spacious all-verandah suite accommodation † From £6,995 per person in luxury Personal service with an almost 1:1 Departs 9 September 2019 staff-to-guest ratio Continuously striving for that which is Ten dining experiences, from casual to beyond the horizon, our 2019/20 collection fine-dining Antarctica in Depth Unlimited complimentary beverages* will see a second Scenic Eclipse luxury Butler service for every guest 16 Day Itinerary yacht join our salient fleet. The identical Spa Sanctuary & plunge pools Buenos Aires > Buenos Aires sister ships will explore corners of the Gym, yoga & Pilates studio † THE wonderfUL worLD globe rarely traversed by explorers Indoor and outdoor swimming pools From £10,295 per person Expert Discovery Leaders on all cruises Departs 24 Nov, 5 & 6 Dec 2019 & 1, 12, 23 Feb, 5 Mar 2020 throughout history, from the White Sea Daily entertainment and discovery to the Northwest Passage – these truly presentations OF EXPEDITION CRUISING remarkable locations are now accessible Complimentary self-service guest laundry Mediterranean Discovery Complimentary Wi-Fi in 6-star luxury. 10 Day Itinerary Onshore Swimming with penguins, kayaking through icebergs, hunting for crocodiles. Intimate and luxurious, with every amenity Comprehensive choice of shore excursions Barcelona > Athens Exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences † They are not the usual activities holidaymakers get up to on a cruise but your customers could wish for, our From per person Expert local guides £4,795 Scenic Eclipse fleet has been designed Zodiac, kayak, snorkelling and snow shoeing Departs 2 May 2020 then setting sail on an expedition ship is not your usual holiday afloat. with our guests in mind. Delighting both adventures the keen explorer and elegant traveller, The freedom of our e-bikes Across the Northwest Passage the World’s First Discovery Yachts™ are (electronically assisted bicycles) If you are now imagining Russian-built It’s not quite bringing expedition cruising Some are seasoned cruisers who Two on board helicopters^ and a six-seat 24 Day Itinerary NEW FOR certain to surpass all their ocean ^ icebreakers, ships with shared cabins into the mainstream – these ships will like life at sea and are ready to try submarine 2019/20 cruising expectations. Bottled water for all shore excursions Kangerlussuaq > Nome and school dinners in the canteen, think still be sailing to places way off the something more adventurous than a † Chef-prepared picnics From £23,915 per person again, because the expedition ships beaten track that will not appeal to all well-scripted two weeks sailing around All tipping and gratuities on board Departs 14 August 2020 being built over the next four years (an your clients – but it is making this sector the Mediterranean; others are not too unprecedented 26 and counting) are the go-to holiday for the growing number bothered about ships and sailing but ORDER YOUR FREE NEW 2019/20 BROCHURE VIA TRADEGATE luxurious beyond imagination with grand of people seeking more excitement, have discovered the best way to see Call: 0808 115 0463 | Email: [email protected] | Or contact your local Sales Manager suites, butlers, balconies and lots of adventure and ever-lasting memories amazing places such as Antarctica and places to eat. from their vacation. the Galapagos is on a cruise. Terms and conditions: All prices per person, twin share in GBP based on two sharing with economy flights departing London Heathrow, subject to availability. † Prices indicated are for the lowest suite category available with the same name. *All drinks on board are included except for a very small number of rare, fine and vintage wines, champagnes and spirits. Prices correct at the time of going to print (April 2018). Offers are valid for new bookings only made between 4 April 2018 and 15 June 2018. Earlybird Fares are strictly limited. Early Payment Discount - save £500 per person off the advertised price of an itinerary of 11 days or longer when the balance is paid in full before 31 October 2018, save £350 off itineraries of fewer than 11 days when the balance is paid in full before 31 October 2018. Pre-departure Night Included on all 2019/20 departures – hotel stay will be allocated and booked by Scenic, includes bed and breakfast. Free Private Door-to-Door Chauffeur Transfers - Private door-to-door chauffeur transfers are complimentary within a 75 mile radius and are subject to availability. For guests who live outside of this 75 mile radius, an additional supplement of £2.00 per mile will be charged thereafter, UK mainland only, book before 15 June 2018 to qualify. ^Helicopter and submarine activities are weather permitting, may incur additional costs and are subject to availability. A 20 minute helicopter or submarine ride is included on all ‘Ultimate Cruises’ for 2019/20, weather permitting and subject to availability – no cash or credit alternative is available. Stowaway Publications | 7 S1825 Cruiseworthy Ad.indd 1 17/04/2018 10:55 WHY TAKE AN EXPEDITION CRUISE WHEN to GO • Antarctica cruises run in the austral summer, between November and March, when much of the sea