Cruise news (Antarctic Peninsula -tagged)
- Accidents
Engine failure disrupts Antarctic cruise on Swan Hellenic's ship SH Diana
Passengers aboard Swan Hellenic’s expedition ship SH Diana have experienced significant disruptions during a 20-night repositioning voyage from...
November 29, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Oceanwide Expeditions triumphs in Weddell Sea despite challenging ice conditions
The expedition vessel mv Ortelius has successfully navigated the challenging waters of the Weddell Sea, enabling tourists to visit the emperor...
November 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Silversea begins 2024-2025 Antarctic cruises with expanded itineraries
Silversea started Antarctica 2024-2025 winter season with Silver Endeavour ship embarking on an 18-day expedition to South Georgia, the South...
November 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Heritage Expeditions introduces unique itineraries to Japan and the Philippines for 2025-2026
The New Zealand-based, family-owned expedition travel company Heritage Expeditions/fleet has launched its Authentic Small Ship Expedition...
October 21, 2024 - Cruise Industry
ECN-Expedition Cruise Network expands with 3 new members ahead of 2024 conference
The Expedition Cruise Network (ECN) has expanded its membership with the addition of 3 new travel brand companies/operators ahead of its inaugural...
September 18, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Seabourn expands 2026 Antarctica Expeditions with new 11-day voyage
Seabourn has announced the addition of an 11-day Antarctica expedition voyage on the Seabourn Venture ship, scheduled from March 10-21, 2026. This...
August 9, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions Australia limits polar cruise capacity to 130 passengers
Aurora Expeditions Australia, renowned for its commitment to responsible small-ship expedition travel, has announced a new maximum passenger capacity...
July 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
First Halal-certified Antarctic expedition set to launch in 2026
In an industry-first for Antarctic expeditions, Muslim travelers can now experience a halal-certified cruise to Antarctica. Set to launch in January...
July 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Princess Cruises announces expanded Antarctic 2025-2026 season
The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) reports a record 105,331 visitors to Antarctica last season. Princess Cruises is...
May 6, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions' newest ship Douglas Mawson will explore East Antarctica
Aurora Expeditions (fleet) has revealed its forthcoming addition to the fleet, MS Douglas Mawson (fka Ocean Discoverer) marking its 3rd purpose-built...
April 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
HX-Hurtigruten Expeditions becomes all-inclusive cruise line
HX/Hurtigruten Expeditions, recognized globally as leaders in expedition cruising, have unveiled their plans to elevate the onboard guest experience...
March 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
PONANT announces Antarctic Expeditions for 2025-2026 season
The French ultra-luxury cruise travel company PONANT presents an opportunity to voyage to the Antarctic from October 2025 to March 2026, as Ponant's...
March 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Poseidon Expeditions opens bookings for Sea Spirit ship's Arctic and Antarctic cruises
Poseidon Expeditions, renowned for its polar small-ship cruises, has commenced bookings for Arctic and Antarctic expeditions aboard the MV Sea Spirit...
March 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Chile's ASENAV Shipyard building hybrid-electric cruise ship for Antarctica21
Construction has recently commenced by the Chilean shipbuilding company ASENAV (Valdivia, Chile) on a groundbreaking cruise vessel, heralded as the...
February 17, 2024 - Accidents
IAATO regulations prompt NCL's ship Norwegian Star to change itinerary, skips Antarctica
NCL-Norwegian Cruise Line has made a last-minute adjustment to the itineraries of its ship, Norwegian Star, removing Antarctica from the upcoming...
February 13, 2024