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Past Preservers Expands Cruise Services, Partnering With Ponant, Princess & Silversea to Provide Expert Speakers!

Past Preservers, a leading agency connecting expert historians, archaeologists, scientists, and heritage specialists with global projects, is excited to announce a major expansion of its dedicated Cruise Speaker services. Building on its established history of supplying talent across the industry, Past Preservers is now officially providing expert speakers for three Read more

By Andy Parrett, 4 weeks1 August 2026 ago

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Friendship Travel Unveils Hosted Luxury Cruise For 2027

Friendship Travel has announced an exceptional hosted cruise departing August 2027, offering travellers a luxurious voyage along the Iberian Peninsula aboard the intimate Le Boréal. This 9-night journey departs Lisbon on 23rd August 2027, calling at Portugal’s golden Algarve coast, historic Cádiz, vibrant Valencia, picture-perfect Peñíscola, Roman Tarragona and the Read more

By Andy Parrett, 3 months4 June 2026 ago

Cruise News - Ponant

Ponant’s Le Commandant Charcot Reaches The North Pole Of Inaccessibility

Le Commandant Charcot becomes the first ship to reach the legendary North Pole of Inaccessibility. At the helm: Captain Étienne Garcia. “Reaching the North Pole of Inaccessibility is a moment of rare intensity. Above all, it is a collective adventure, made possible thanks to PONANT’s passion and expertise,” says Captain Read more

By Andy Parrett, 2 years23 September 2024 ago

Cruise News - Ponant

Set Sail On A Ponant Cruise Embarking 29 November 2024 To Explore Vietnam

Ponant has launched sales for an exceptional 10-day voyage along the Vietnamese coast from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Ha Long, departing on November 29, 2024! Between Ho Chi Minh City and Ha Long, this voyage aboard Le Lapérouse is an opportunity to discover Vietnam and its major UNESCO Read more

By Andy Parrett, 2 years6 August 2024 ago

Cruise News - Ponant

Ponant Announces Latest Jewel To Its Fleet: Paspaley Pearl

Ponant has partnered with the world’s leading South Sea pearling company, Paspaley. Together, they introduce a 30-guest boutique expedition motor yacht, Paspaley Pearl, that will sail year-round to regions spanning the Kimberley, Australia’s Far North, East Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. With a dedicated crew of 21, including four passionate Read more

By Andy Parrett, 2 years18 July 2024 ago

Cruise News - Ponant

PONANT, In Greenland Behind the Scenes of a Once in a Lifetime Human Adventure

With PONANT this timeless journey will become a reality for guests on Le Commandant Charcot in 2025, as PONANT teams ventured on a full immersion scouting trip to Greenlandʼs ice sheet with hunters from the Inuit community. Unforgettable encounters with local people and sharing how they live await. March 2024, Read more

By Andy Parrett, 2 years24 June 2024 ago

Cruise News - Ponant

Spirit of Ponant, the Iconic New Catamaran Sets Sail This Summer

The latest addition to PONANT’s fleet is the Spirit of Ponant, a 24m maxi-catamaran with six staterooms offering a unique sailing experience. With up to 12 guests and four crew including a chef, the Spirit of Ponant combines the pleasures of sailing with all the refinements and personalised service that Read more

By Andy Parrett, 2 years6 April 2024 ago

Cruise News - Ponant

PONANT To Reveal All Facets Of The Antarctic in Winter 2025-2026

PONANT is offering a gateway to the Antarctic from October 2025 to March 2026 when the company’s ships will be criss-crossing the White Continent throughout the austral summer. An invitation to set sail to the southernmost reaches of our planet. In the heart of the White Continent, dawn rises over Read more

By Andy Parrett, 2 years12 March 2024 ago

Cruise News - Ponant

PONANT Is The First Maritime Cruise Line To Achieve Green Globe Certification (27th February, 2024)

All PONANT ships have just obtained Green Globe certification. An international standard for travel and tourism stakeholders, the certification is recognition of PONANT’S commitment to more responsible tourism. “Green Globe certification, a global tourism industry standard, is a key element of our commitment to ensuring accountability for our actions. It’s Read more

By Andy Parrett, 2 years5 March 2024 ago

Cruise News - Ponant

PONANT Launches Wide-Ranging Media Campaign (13th February, 2024)

On TV, social networks and in nearly ten airports, PONANT is launching a multi-channel publicity campaign inviting travellers to awaken to the world. A key objective is to anchor the brand’s reputation and positioning in the UK market and drive sales traffic towards travel agencies. “We are initiating this multi-channel Read more

By Andy Parrett, 3 years13 February 2024 ago

Cruise News - Ponant

PONANT Selects Spotl1ght Communications To Drive Their UK PR Campaign (7th February, 2024)

Spotl1ght Communications has been retained to drive the UK public relations campaign for luxury expedition line PONANT. The agency will be responsible for the promotion of the luxury mariner through media and influencer relations, as the company continues to consolidate its brand awareness and positioning across the UK market. Created Read more

By Andy Parrett, 3 years7 February 2024 ago

Cruise News - Ponant

Set Sail Another Way Aboard Le Ponant Summer 2024 Sailings And Winter 2024-2025 (28th November, 2023)

An outstanding Relais & Châteaux three-mast sailing yacht, Le Ponant offers a uniquely intimate and exclusive travel experience, combining high-end refinement and the authenticity of cruising under sail. Bookings for Summer 2024 and Winter 2024-2025 are now open. From the Mediterranean to Cape Verde and the Caribbean, 46 sailings have Read more

By Andy Parrett, 3 years28 November 2023 ago