10-Day The Great White Continent
Seabourn has become the latest ultra-luxury cruise line to enter the expedition market with the launch of Seabourn Venture in 2022, followed by sister ship Seabourn Pursuit in 2023. Seabourn Venture and Pursuit bring the trademark Seabourn style and sophistication to the world of expedition cruising, with interiors by designer Adam D Tihany, sumptuous veranda […]
Baja and the Sea of Cortez: In Search of the Great Whales – with Smithsonian Journeys
Sleek and stylish, Ponant’s wonderful Explorer yachts blend luxury and intimacy with a discreet elegance and tasteful décor. Named after six of France’s most famous explorers, Le Champlain, Le Lapérouse, Le Bougainville, Le Dumont d’Urville, Le Bellot and Le Jacques Cartier offer exciting and adventurous itineraries in the utmost comfort. Technologically advanced, with the latest […]
Star Collector: Lovely Leewards
Windstar’s Star Plus Class of vessels – Star Pride, Star Legend and Star Breeze – each carry just over 300 guests and are hugely popular for very good reason. These small ships accommodate 312 guests in large all-suite accommodation, following the completion of the Star Plus refurbishment programme in 2021 which saw the ships lengthened. There’s a […]
Be My Island Valentine
Launched in 2023, Seven Seas Grandeur builds on the stellar success of sister ships Explorer and Splendor. Focused on a ‘Heritage of Perfection’, Seven Seas Grandeur is inspired by the past but reimagined for the future and you can expect lavish suites, dazzling public spaces and a mouthwatering array of dining options, including a completely […]
Ancient Wonders Of Vietnam & Angkor Wat Cruise Tour
Windstar’s new sister ships, Star Seeker and Star Explorer, will each have 112 suites and a staff-to-guest ratio of 1:2, offering Windstar’s brand of laid-back luxury with some enhancements. Each yacht will maintain the intimate atmosphere of Windstar’s other ships, and will feature Windstar’s classic watersports platform with new staircase access, as well an intimate […]
Papeete (Tahiti) to Lautoka, Fiji
Crystal Symphony returned to the ultra-luxury cruise sector in 2023 – fully refurbished and enhanced and not to be missed. The beloved Crystal Symphony, having been dutifully maintained for the past three decades underwent an extensive refurbishment in 2023, reducing the guest capacity and enhancing the accommodations onboard. Crystal signatures such as exceptional service and […]
Star Collector: Caribbean Explorations
Windstar’s flagship sailing yacht is a stunning sail assisted cruise ship, which combines the refinement of a modern vessel with the romance of a tall ship. Gracious staterooms provide a compact yet comfortable retreat. Facilities include several dining options and a variety of bars and lounges, a small swimming pool with two whirlpools and even […]
Auckland to Sydney
Silver Moon and Silver Dawn represent a subtle evolution from sister ship Silver Muse, with an innovative dining concept and an enhanced spa. These stylish ships are large enough to offer a wide range of dining options, including the innovative Sea and Land Taste (S.A.L.T.) culinary programme, and all-suite accommodation, yet retain the small-ship intimacy […]
Marquesas, The Tuamotus & Society Islands
Designed specifically to cruise the shallow waters of the South Pacific islands, Le Paul Gauguin perfectly embodies the famous Polynesian warmth and flair. This much awarded little ship carries 330 fortunate guests. A recent addition to the Ponant fleet what we love is the way in which, after 16 years cruising year round in this […]
Seychelles & Indian Ocean Adventure
Following Emerald Kaia in 2026, Emerald is welcoming two new superyachts – Emerald Raiya and Emerald Xara. Accommodating up to 128 guests, both ships will reflect the same sleek design as Emerald Kaia, offering a yacht-like feel, spa and wellness-focused facilities and immersive itineraries. Emerald Raiya will make her debut in the Seychelles from December […]