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Once the preserve of hardy travellers aboard converted ex-Soviet research vessels, expedition cruising has become one of tourism’s most sophisticated sectors. Its challenge is to retain the spontaneity, intimacy and environmental purpose that made it distinctive. (more…)
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Each seven-night, 10-night, 11-night or 16-night all-inclusive itinerary on the Forbes Travel Guide rated Celebrity Flora promises an unforgettable vacation, immersing guests in the extraordinary wildlife and dramatic landscapes of the iconic archipelago. (more…)
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Metropolitan Touring is expanding its Galápagos cruise offerings with two new extended itineraries designed for both first-time visitors and seasoned travelers, the company announced. (more…)
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HX Expeditions | Galápagos | Introducing The Enchanted Isles with Monty Halls
The Marine Biologist and TV presenter has headed back to the Galápagos Islands to film a special series for HX Expeditions, bringing to life the unique offering of these amazing islands, wildlife and people. (more…)
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HX Expeditions is proud to announce a three-year extension of its successful partnership with Metropolitan Touring, the longest-established travel operator in the Galápagos, founded in 1953, in which HX holds a significant minority stake. (more…)
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In the Galápagos, where curiosity meets evolution, nature has rewritten the rules. From lava-born islands to fearless creatures and flightless birds, this remote archipelago offers insight into life’s great experiment. (more…)
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Galapagos cruising got cushier this month for those sailing with Silversea’s Silver Origin. (more…)
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Quasar Expeditions is offering families the chance to explore the Galápagos Islands alongside ‘Charles Darwin’ himself, nearly 200 years after the naturalist’s groundbreaking voyage. Olivia Palamountain reports. (more…)
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In a deeply symbolic ceremony rooted in community, purpose, and pride, the two newest National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions ships in the Galápagos fleet were officially named today—National Geographic Delfina and National Geographic Gemini. (more…)
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Silversea is elevating the way guests experience the untouched beauty of the Galápagos Islands. (more…)
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With the May 2025 launch of the 20-guest Hermes mega-catamaran, expedition sailing in the Galapagos Islands just got more luxurious. (more…)
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The Galapagos Islands — remote, wild, and wonderfully alive — have long captivated those drawn to the extraordinary. (more…)
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Lindblad Expeditions is proud to announce the completion of its latest Artisan Fund training program in the Galápagos in collaboration with Indian wildlife artist Niharika Rajput just in time for World Artisan Day. (more…)
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Guests on every sailing can take part in the cruise line’s one-of-a-kind conservation project, Rewilding Galapagos, which is celebrating 10 years. (more…)
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Two of Celebrity Cruises’ Galapagos-based ships ended their sailing careers for the company earlier this month. (more…)
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Quasar Expeditions is offering the World’s Best Galapagos Celebration Offer: 50% Off Luxury Cruises. Celebrating their Travel+Leisure Win with an Exclusive Offer on the #1 Intimate-ship Ocean Cruise Line (more…)
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With a variety of tour options and availability remaining this year, plus exciting new opportunities in 2025, AdventureSmith Explorations is the go-to for expert trip planning. (more…)
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Aqua Expeditions has announced a partnership with the Charles Darwin Foundation (CDF) to support conservation efforts in the Galapagos Islands. (more…)
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Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc., recognized global leader of adventure travel and the pioneer of modern expedition cruising, today announced that it has added two purpose-built Galápagos expedition vessels to join the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic fleet. (more…)
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Lindblad Expeditions on Wednesday announced that it has acquired Celebrity Xpedition and Celebrity Xploration from Celebrity Cruises. (more…)
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Adventure Canada is thrilled to announce its new 2026 expeditions to the Galápagos and Perú. (more…)
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), the global leaders in expedition cruising, have announced plans to further enhance their onboard guest offering. (more…)
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As a wave of violence enacted by drug gangs continues to sweep through Ecuador, at least one Galapagos cruise operator is pulling the plug on sailings in the archepelago for the immediate future. (more…)
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I’d been vaguely aware of the political problems currently plaguing Ecuador. But it was only when my flight from London landed in Miami on Tuesday afternoon and I switched on my phone to a flurry of worried WhatsApp messages from friends and family that I discovered just how much the situation had escalated. (more…)
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With the holiday season around the corner, Crystal and Abercrombie & Kent have teamed up for a unique new offer. (more…)
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National Geographic Expeditions has announced expedition cruise dates for 2025. Guests on an expedition cruise ship will be treated to an up-close view of some of the world’s most impressive sights and sounds. (more…)
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The International Galapagos Tour Operators Association (IGTOA) is calling upon the government of Ecuador to limit land-based tourism growth in the Galapagos Islands and to better regulate this rapidly growing sector of the islands’ tourism industry. (more…)
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Last June, Aqua Mare set off on its inaugural voyage across the Galapagos Islands, and it was nothing short of a dream. (more…)
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Affirming its long-term commitment to sustainability and conservation, Silversea Cruises® has become the first tour operator to gain certification in environmental management in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. (more…)
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Aqua Expeditions announces a special itinerary on board Aqua Mare this October, Santa Cruz to Baltra – Oct 9 to 13, 2023. (more…)
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Abercrombie & Kent is expanding its portfolio in the Galápagos Islands with its preferred partner, Ecoventura, a leader in sustainable travel. (more…)
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Hurtigruten Expeditions has kicked off its most expansive Galápagos season to date. The adventure operator is making it easier than ever to travel to this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve on the equator with a limited ‘Buy One, Get One Free’ offer on nearly all departures from March 2023 through the end of the year. (more…)
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A&K Travel Group Ltd., the global lifestyle and travel company that owns Abercrombie & Kent, Crystal Cruises and Cox & Kings, has announced an equity partnership with Santiago Dunn and his company, Ecoventura, a leader in sustainable travel in the Galapagos Islands. (more…)
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Everyone wants to go to the Galapagos Islands, the 19-island archipelago and one of the most unique locations in the world. While this destination has always been popular—a true bucket-list for most travelers—covid has taught people not to put things off. So what used to be an in-the-future vacation is being booked now. (more…)
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Ecoventura’s 20-passenger luxury mega-yacht, the “Evolve”, will make its debut on January 15, 2023, the company announced in a statement. (more…)
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Nat Geo Islander II Christening Ceremony | Galápagos Islands | Lindblad Expeditions
Lindblad Expeditions officially named their next generation, all-suite “National Geographic Islander II” this week in the awe-inspiring Galápagos Islands. (more…)
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Hurtigruten Expeditions has announced an additional 10% commission for 2022 and 2023 Galápagos itineraries booked through November 30, 2022. (more…)
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National Geographic Islander II FPV Ship Tour | Galápagos Islands | Lindblad Expeditions
Lindblad Expeditions has just produced a spectacular new fly-through video of their newest ship in their fleet on a virtual tour unlike any other. (more…)
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National Geographic Islander II Blessing Ceremony | Lindblad Expeditions
Lindblad Expeditions celebrated the official blessing of the newest addition to their award-winning fleet, National Geographic Islander II in Salinas, Ecuador this past weekend. (more…)
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The Crystal Esprit is now the National Geographic Islander II for Lindblad Expeditions, upping the company’s product offering in the Galapagos, where it starts sailing this August. (cruiseindustrynews.com)
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