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Le Commandant Charcot

Le Commandant Charcot , the World's Only Luxury Icebreaker powered by liquefied natural gas, and the latest addition to the PONANT fleet, has now made it possible to operate polar expedition cruises of a kind never before undertaken.

Up to 245 Guests

123 staterooms & suites, 215 crew members, 2 restaurants.

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Navigate to the novel and unknown: Discover the new Le Commandant Charcot website. Live an immersive digital experience deep at the heart of extreme lands and environments, as if you were really there.

Immersive polar experiences

Charcot moments

Kayaking, snowshoeing, polar plunge, zodiac exploration, dog sledding: explore the polar world through total immersion.

• Arctic-Antarctica • Pre-booking mandatory before embarkation • Provided equipements: kayak, paddles, gloves, kayak slippersneoprene dry-suits with marker, lifejacket, waterproof bag

Dog sledding

• Arctic eastern Greenland at the start of the season (May) • Pre-booking required before boarding

Showsnoeing and Hiking

• Arctic — Antarctica • Equipment provided: boots, hiking sticks and snowshoes

Ice fishing

• Arctic, early season only • Equipment provided: fishing rod,lures

Polar plunge

• Arctic — Antarctica • Equipment provided: harness,connected to a lifeline

Zodiac cruises

• Arctic — Antarctica • 10 passengers per zodiac and dedicated naturalist-guide

Citizen sciences

• Arctic - Antarctica • Small groups

Le Commandant Charcot is equipped with the kinds of spaces never before seen in the PONANT fleet, spaces designed to wonderfully enhance the onboard environment and extend the polar experience to every moment of the day. Both enveloping and at the same time open to the exterior, the atmosphere of wellbeing these spaces offer emanates from the meticulous detail and delicateness of the exquisitely sensory-awakening materials used.

All-round 360° connection with the polar environment

Begin the day with a fitness or meditation session, or alternatively go for a stroll around the ship on the promenade deck, taking time out to spend a relaxing break on one of the heated benches as you do so and enjoying the opportunity to watch wildlife through the two Swarovski Optik spotting scopes. From the prow, experience the unforgettable sensation of being all alone in the vast immensity around you.

A gourmet start to the day

Savour the delights of a richly varied gastronomic breakfast in the soothing polar light. Choose from a range of hot drinks, pastries baked on board, bread made freshly each day by our own French baker, home-made cakes and muffins, pancakes, waffles, eggs, cheeses, cold cuts, detox juices, and more.

Awaken the senses

Head to the wellness space for a detox cocktail and the chance to lie back and relax in front of the panoramic windows; enjoy the pleasures of the indoor pool heated to 32°C; or settle down comfortably in one of the hanging seats in the wellness space and admire the wonders of the icy landscapes after a traditional Nordic experience at the spa, the sauna and the snow cabin.

Lunch in style

Admire the view of the polar environment as you lunch in the softly muted ambiance of the gastronomic restaurant Nuna; basque in the sun's rays at the ship's other restaurant, Sila; or alternatively, enjoy the more casual and relaxed atmosphere offered by the open-air bar. Choose from a range of French and international cuisine served à la carte or as a buffet, fine wines recommended by the sommelier, and signature dishes by Alain Ducasse in the form of vegetable and lobster cookpots showcasing the delights of the sea and natural produce.

Learn all about the ice

The evolution of the climate in the polar regions, the formation of icebergs, the ice pack and the frozen sea in all their different states: unlock some of the mysteries of the Far North and the White Continent through the knowledge and expertise of Antoine Viot (a geological engineer specialising in Svalbard) and glaciologist and climatologist Julien Alex.

The magical otherwordly wonder of the polar environment

After a briefing by the expedition team, head off to explore the banks, shores and icy expanses aboard a Zodiac inflatable boat, or a kayak, on a dog sled or just with a simple pair of snow shoes, and connect with the authentic essence of the poles.

Soft landing

Return to the ship and warm yourself up around the brazier while you enjoy an afternoon tea of truffle "Croque Charcot" or one of the sweet or savoury treats available throughout the day at the Inneq bar, and take advantage of the pleasures of the Blue Lagoon, with its water heated to between 27°C and 37°C by the ship's energy recuperation system.

Artistic interlude

Continue your exploration on board by going for a stroll to explore the 300 ornaments and works of art decorating the ship's interior spaces; contemplate and admire the monumental digital work by artist Migeul Chevalier adorning the Atrium skylight; and let yourself be transported by the musical creations of Michel Redolfi.

Polar impressions

Discuss your experiences or browse the pages of the most beautiful works available on the poles as you enjoy an apéritif in the main lounge or in the observation lounge. Encounters with wildlife experienced from the decks of the ship or during off-board excursions, first impressions of the poles, the majesty of the scenery: each moment lived is an invitation to share and to continue the voyage in order to fully enjoy every extraordinary instant of this mesmerizing journey.

A made-to-measure end to the evening

After your gastronomic dinner at the Nuna restaurant, enjoy the opportunity to listen to a Chopin impromptu interpreted by the onboard pianist in one of the two lounges, or watch a performance or projection in the theatre. Cigar aficionados have the option of the Cigar Lounge – one of the ship's most exclusive spaces – where they can enjoy the delights of a selection of fine cigars and premium spirits.

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After booking your cruise, download the PONANT app from the Apple Store or Google Play. It will support you throughout your voyage . Before your cruise, get practical information about how to pack your bag, the composition of the team on board, pre-book your excursions, etc. During your trip, enjoy daily highlights of your cruise, make an appointment with the spa, order the photos from the cruise and book your excursions.

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Deep polar exploration

Le Commandant Charcot , the World's Only Luxury Icebreaker opens the gateways to the highest latitudes of the Arctic and the Antarctic. Embark for a faraway odyssey combining exploration with science, and become experts in these regions that for centuries have stirred the imaginations of the greatest adventurers. See this captivating and wondrous part of the world for yourself.

An on-hand expedition team by your side

Le Commandant Charcot expedition team, composed of 19 to 23 experts, constitutes one of the best guest-to-staff ratios found on any voyage of this kind. Biologists, naturalists, engineers, glaciologists, and geologists, these experts in the polar regions will be on hand to ensure the safety of all your activities and experiences and to share their passion for the poles. They will be by your side throughout your voyage of discovery, providing key insights to help you get the most out of the encounters with fauna, flora and local populations that await you, and helping you better understand the stakes and challenges involved in preserving this natural and cultural heritage.

Expedition leaders

Alongside the captain, the expedition leader is the main person responsible for managing and coordinating the exploration aspect of the cruise. They supervise the team of naturalist guides, ensure the safety of the organised activities offered, and tailor and adapt the experiences, thus ensuring the full richness of these fascinating ecosystems is revealed in all its glory.

Naturalist guides

A team of 23 naturalist guides trained in supervising activities in polar environments will be by your side every day to interpret and explain everything about these largely unexplored ecosystems , both onboard the ship and during onshore activities. Meet some of the members of the team.

Scientific coordinator

On board, the scientific coordinator manages the spaces designed and set up specifically for hosting scientists and their equipment. In parallel with this, they also organise laboratory tours and conferences with the purpose of raising awareness about the stakes and challenges involved in protecting the polar world, thus providing special moments of communication and interaction with researchers.

The poles like never before

Le Commandant Charcot takes you further than ever before, sailing well inside the polar circles and deep into the middle of the ice , where only a PC2 polar class ship (icebreaker) can safely venture. Onboard, on land, on the sea or on the ice, enjoy a range of unique , intense and authentically immersive experiences amidst the quasi-hypnotic power of the polar environment, such as dog sledding, sightseeing excursions in zodiac inflatable boats, snowshoeing, polar diving, kayaking, ice fishing.

A scientific adventure

Sailing through the remote and icy regions of the poles provides a unique opportunity to regularly and periodically collect scientific data to better understand these fragile ecosystems – which more than a century after the heroic golden age of polar exploration still have much to reveal – and move forward efforts to protect and preserve them.

Because Le Commandant Charcot is capable of travelling to the most remote and isolated polar regions on the planet, we also wanted to give researchers access to it. Envisaged from the outset as a vessel of scientific opportunity , the ship is equipped with two dedicated research laboratories and a variety of measuring and recording instruments and equipment, such as buoys, drones, ice core drills, salinometers, sonars, underwater cameras and Argos beacons, and represents a unique partnership between academic science and polar travel and tourism.

By enabling observations and samples made and collected in the field to be shared with scientists via special apps that feed data to their databases, citizen science gives everyone the chance to contribute to research programmes in areas such as whale identification and meteorological and oceanographic profiling, for example. This provides valuable information for the study and protection of these ecosystems.

Participate in the study of the polar regions

Collect data from the deck of the ship or during your outings. Missions that sharpen your powers of observation! Take photos of whale and help supply the Happy Whale tracking app with data, identify and count seabirds so that their distributions and life cycles can be better understood, describe atmospheric phenomena, observe and listen to underwater wildlife using cameras (ROV) and hydrophones, collect samples of plankton, analyse the samples collected through microscopes. This information is contributing to databases that are essential for the study and preservation of these ecosystems.

PONANT works with the Polar Citizen Science Collective, an international association that enables everyone to practically contribute to a better understanding of the polar regions through citizen science projects.

John has been sharing his passion for adventure and polar voyages with others for 30 years. He has been a PONANT expedition leader since 2015. His work as a naturalist guide has taken him all over the world, from the Arctic and Alaska to Africa and Nepal. John speaks English.

Florence Kuyper

After training in humanities and gaining professional experience in applied social science, Florence visited and discovered Antarctica and became passionately interested in polar destinations. Florence has been an expedition leader for PONANT since 2015. She loves teaching people about the history of the polar regions and passing on her knowledge of penguins and ethnology. Florence speaks French, English, Dutch and German.

Jonathan Zaccaria

An engineer by training, Jonathan worked on both French and international scientific bases in Antarctica before becoming a naturalist guide on expedition cruises to the polar regions in 2018, after which he went on to become an expedition leader. Jonathan speaks French, Italian, English, Spanish and German.

Laura Jourdan

Laura was biology teacher in France at a secondary institution before to venture into the polar regions. In Svalbard, she was taken by the polar bug and decided to become a polar guide. After 3 years of professional experience between Svalbard and Northern Norway, she joined PONANT in 2019.

Laureline Formanek

A doctor in marine biology, Laureline worked initially as a university researcher and lecturer before going on to join teams of naturalist guides on boats operating wildlife watching trips in Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Canada. She has been working for PONANT since 2015. Laureline speaks French and English.

Rémi Bigonneau

Rémi trained in environmental education and conservation management and has participated in numerous research and conservation programmes out in the field, particularly in the French Southern and Antarctic Territories and Siberia. He is also a specialist in ornithological observation. He speaks both French and English.

Batshéva Bonnet

Batsheva is a qualified veterinarian and has completed a thesis on the physiology of the Adélie penguin. She also had the opportunity to study king penguins on the island of Crozet and elephant seals in Kerguelen during two periods she spent in the French Southern and Antarctic Lands (an overseas French territory). Bathsheva is involved with organisations that campaign to increase awareness about the polar environment and serves as a member of veterinary teams for sled dog races in France and aboard. She speaks both French and English.

Christian Genillard

Christian is an engineer with a passion for cold seas and the polar regions. Having visited Antarctica for the first time in 1993, he began working as a naturalist guide in 2004 before later going on to become an expedition leader on voyages to Spitsbergen, Greenland, Antarctica, South Georgia and the Russian Far East. He has been sailing with PONANT since 2015 and speaks French and English.

Benjamin Dy

Alison has degrees in both geography and political science and developed a deeper interest in the Circumpolar World and the geopolitics and peoples of the Arctic while studying in Canada. She has been sailing with PONANT as a naturalist guide since 2018. Alison speaks both French and English.

Alison Thieffry

Daphné Buiron

Daphné Buiron holds a doctorate in glaciology and spent 14 months at the Dumont d'Urville scientific station in Antarctica. She then decided to devote herself to the protection, study and exploration of the polar regions, firstly as a teacher and researcher, then as a guide-naturalist. Daphne has been sailing with PONANT since 2015. She speaks French, English and German.

Participate in studies into the way ecosystems work by collecting data as part of special citizen science sessions conducted onboard this floating polar monitoring and research station. Missions that sharpen your powers of observation!

Taking photos of whale flukes and helping supply the Happy Whale tracking app with data
Identifying and counting seabirds so that their distributions and life cycles can be better understood
Describing atmospheric phenomena so that the way surface and air temperatures interact can be better understood
Observing and listening to underwater wildlife using cameras (ROV) and hydrophones
Collecting samples of plankton , which is fundamentally important for all marine life, so its reaction to temperature changes in the polar environment can be analysed
Analysing the samples collected through microscopes

Our team of scientific mediators is trained by the Polar Citizen Science Collective

The Polar Citizen Science Collective is an international association that enables everyone to practically contribute to a better understanding of the polar regions through participatory science projects.

Conceived from the outset as a ship of scientific opportunity, the Le Commandant Charcot is equipped with a range of research-dedicated facilities:

A modular wet lab with a side door providing access to the sea for deploying sensors or collecting samples with plankton nets.
A dry lab connected to an entirely science-dedicated onboard network and designed for carrying out computer work and data analysis.
Lecture theatres for sharing knowledge and information with cruise guests.
A quarterdeck that can be used for deploying sensors, especially via the ship's hoist.

“Thanks to the instruments already installed on board,* the Le Commandant Charcot is also able to continuously supply data about the thickness of the ice, the water, sound velocity and the climate.” Hughes Decamus, chief mechanic

*SIMS (Sea Ice Monitoring System), thermosalinograph, miniSVS, meteorological and oceanographic station.

The common areas of Le Commandant Charcot

Le Commandant Charcot has spaces that have never been seen before in the PONANT fleet, designed and fitted out to serve all your needs and requirements whilst at the same time preserving the privacy of each passenger. They were designed by two world-renowned French architectural firms: the Studio Jean-Philippe Nuel and Wilmotte & Associés, whose design brief was to create a real connection with the surrounding landscapes. Names derived from Inuit culture have been attributed to some of them as a reminder of our deep attachment to this fascinating culture.

Expeditions and conferences rooms - Deck 3

Two dedicated expedition boarding and disembarking rooms to port and starboard.
A conference room ( Ilua - to be inside, to understand) : 30 seats

Reception - Deck 5

A 270 m² (2,906 ft²) reception space
The expeditions desk
The onboard administrative services
The sales office run by our reception and voyages manager
The photo area : « Studio Ponant »
"Oscillations": a digital artwork by Miguel Chevalier

The theatre Kita (let’s go) - Deck 5

Capacity for 270 persons
Cutting edge audio and lighting technology
LED stage background wall enabling the projection of ultra-high resolution media

The main lounge - Deck 5

A 313 m² (3,369 ft²) main lounge
A 24 m² (258 ft²) cigar lounge
A tea room and bar with a programme of live music on certain evenings

Promenade Deck - Deck 5

The outside promenade deck is uninterrupted. This means that, unlike most passenger ships, it is possible to walk all the way around the ship and to the bow. It is also equipped with benches heated by energy recovery and two Swarovski Optik telescopes.

Boutique Illu (the igloo, the house) - Deck 5

The Illu boutique is a space of wonder, an authentic extension of your journey and the ship, dedicated to the polar world. 95% of the souvenir range is made in France.

A range of Dodo and Pomellato jewellery and watches from Ulysse Nardin and Garmin.
A range of ready-to-wear clothing and special outdoor items suitable for the polar adventure: The North Face, Garmin, Swarovski Optik, Vuarnet, Feelfree, Icebreaker, Black Diamond, Suunto, Eric Bompard
Bespoke tips and advice from experts about how to get the most out of the onboard experience and the shore excursions
A multilingual range of publications covering each different destination: informational guides, gorgeous photographic books, novels and adventure stories, a special range for children, etc.
Unique souvenirs so you can share the magic of the Charcot experience with others
A range of accessories for the home

"French designers Gangzaï and Atypyk have created a collection of polar-destination-styled postcards, notebooks, bookmarks, magnets, mugs, coasters, aprons and toys such as spinning tops and tangrams for the Le Commandant Charcot.” Vittoria, gift shop manager

The pool deck - Deck 9

A heated indoor swimming pool with a superb skylight thanks to its large glass roof
A sunroom with large external-facing windows
A Detox bar with sofas and armchairs
Blue Lagoon pools, an outdoor heated lagoon with a temperature that ranges from 27 to 37° C using recycled energy from the ship
A giant firepit ( Inneq - le feu), so you can enjoy the polar landscapes in complete comfort
An outdoor bar (Blue Lagoon bar) where you can enjoy a varied and refined range of sweet and savoury food throughout the day (11:00-18:00)

The Observation Lounge Anori (the wind) - Deck 9

A bar and a 262 m² (2820 ft²) observation lounge
Library, reading area, live entertainment on certain evenings
2 Swarovski Optik telescopes

Wellness Lounge Nuan (wellness / happiness) - Deck 9

A hair salon facing the boundless horizon, massage cabins with large windows, a sauna with an unobstructed view of the immense white polar expanse… The wellness areas on board Le Commandant Charcot take on a new dimension. These spaces, designed by Jean-Michel Wilmotte, combine design and comfort, and have been created with expert know-how using repsonsible brands.

“We wanted to created a sensory journey in connection with the Conservatory, which is home to the heated indoor pool and the Detox Bar. The curves are very soft and understated, and exotic materials have been used, like the raw Carrara marble with pearlescent reflections in the treatment rooms, or the black marble in the relaxation area” Chloé, Spa Manager

430 m² dedicated to wellness
Spa Biologique Recherche : 3 massage and beauty cubicles (including one double cubicle with sea view), a nail salon, 2 lounges with sea view to to wait or relax after a session
A hair salon with Davines products
A Sauna ( Ikuma - the burning heat)
A Snow Room ( Siku - the ice) a fun and invigorating snow bath you can try out after leaving the sauna
Gym with with sea view and TECHNOGYM machines (elliptical trainers, Kinesis®, 3 treadmills, exercise bikes, rowing machine…), dedicated coach and group or private lessons (according to availability) of fitness, yoga, pilates, meditation, aquagym...
A heated indoor swimming pool ( Imaq - sea water) with countercurrent swimming and a superb skylight thanks to its large glass roof

For Le Commandant Charcot , PONANT has chosen to work with two new partners: Biologique Recherche for facial and body treatments, and Davines for hairstyling. These two brands share the same philosophy of bespoke, personalised service and care for the environment.

100% made to measure: a tailored approach with indvidually selected procedures.Every treatment is unique.
Natural and eco-friendly active ingredients: naturally or plant-sourced raw active ingredients, packaging made from recycled materials

Two signature treatments designed to give you a gentle return on board after shore excursions in extreme environments have been created especially for the Le Commandant Charcot : "expedition return" and "exploration return".

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The restaurants onboard Le Commandant Charcot

An integrant component of the PONANT hallmark approach, fine dining takes on an impressive new look on board Le Commandant Charcot . Chef Alain Ducasse and his team offer contemporary French cuisine of the highest standard. These artists align culinary know-how and cutting-edge kitchen technology to bring dishes worthy of the world’s top restaurants to the sea.

Gastronomic Restaurant Nuna (the earth) - Deck 5

Nuna, the 484 m² gastronomic restaurant at the rear of deck 5, can seat all the ship's passengers at a single sitting. Elegant and refinement are all part and parcel of the à la carte dining experience it has to offer at breakfast, lunch and dinner. The ship's second bridge is located at the back of the restaurant: behind its large windows, you will have a front row seat to observe the crew during their operations.

Capacity : 245
French and international cuisine
Signature dishes by Alain Ducasse
Fine wine cellar
Furniture by Ligne Roset
Bernardaud French china and glassware by Elne

“To go where others do not go - in the geographical sense but also in the gastronomic sense, such is the challenge that we take up on board Le Commandant Charcot . This experience is absolutely unique: never before has the French art of living been so far-reaching, and we are very proud to contribute to it with PONANT.” Jérôme Lacressonnière, Director at Ducasse Conseil

Restaurant Sila (the sky, outside) - Deck 9

In a more relaxed atmosphere, a 320 m² restaurant located at deck 9 will welcome you for your breakfasts, buffet lunches and themed dinners.

Indoor capacity: 142

Open-air bar Inneq (the fire) - Deck 9

At the open-air bar, you can enjoy a varied and refined range of international sweet and savoury dishes throughout the day (11am-6pm), as well as a permanent menu.

Bar capacity : 79
Restaurant capacity : 62

A more eco-friendly sailing

PONANT’s latest addition to the fleet, Le Commandant Charcot - the very first luxury hybrid electric polar exploration ship powered by liquified natural gas, is the epitome of a more responsible and sustainable sailing. Safe and low impact polar navigation is her area of expertise, taking advantage of the latest innovations and even developing new, market-leading technologies and solutions to make Le Commandant Charcot one of the most advanced polar vessels at sea today.

Exceptional suites and staterooms

Equipped with 123 suites and staterooms with private balcony or terrace, Le Commandant Charcot is fully in keeping with the PONANT philosophy: to provide a rare and exceptional ambiance for every passenger welcomed onboard and reinforce the feeling and sense of sailing on a private yacht. At the rear of decks 6 and 7 are four stunning 94 m² (1,011 ft²) split-level suites equipped with private terraces and jacuzzis. The breathtaking 115 m² (1,237 ft²) Suite de l’Armateur (Shipowner's Suite) on deck 8 features wide sliding glass doors offering stunning panoramic views and opening out onto a 186 m² (2,002 ft²) private terrace.

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A unique concierge service

To assist you in all the steps related to your cruise, our Concierge Travel team is at your dispposal at any time. Our experts help you plan and develop your tailor-made trip. Before embarking Le Commandant Charcot , rest assured our team had handle every details.

Information & reservations + 33 4 91 26 62 20 [email protected]

The world's most powerful propulsion pods, providing safety and exceptional 360° manoeuvring ability in the ice.

LIQUIFIED NATURAL GAS (LNG)

Only ship in the world that is genuinely autonomous for a period of one and a half months using LNG thanks to 2x 4,500 m3 tanks.

ELECTRIC POWER

Largest battery bank ever installed on a cruise ship. Zero emissions and quiet sailing in electric mode in protected areas.

RESPECTFUL TOWARDS ECOSYSTEMS

Shell and sea creature detectors, electronic positioning system without the need for anchoring, ballast water processing, reduced noise and vibrations.

Only passenger ship in the world with a PC2 polar class shell, ensuring total safety and the ability to travel through channels inaccessible to other expedition ships.

ELECTRICAL QUAY CONNECTION

in ports that are equipped.

RECYCLED ENERGY

Blue Lagoon baths and benches on the promenade deck heated by recycled energy generated by the ship’s propulsion.

WASTE REDUCTION

Onboard production and bottling of drinking water in glass containers, supply and provision of stainless steel flasks, elimination of single-use plastics.

CONTROLLED ENERGY CONSUMPTION

Optimisation of navigation routes, energy management systems, ship speed limitation.

CERTIFICATION

Clean Ship label awarded by the Bureau Veritas guaranteeing reduced atmospheric emissions and water and waste processing.

LOW EMISSIONS

25% less carbon emissions, 85% less nitrogen oxide emissions and 95% less fine particle emissions.

RÉDUCTION DES DÉCHETS

Mathieu Petiteau , Director of New Construction at PONANT

We had to imagine, develop and design everything from A to Z. No ship like Le Commandant Charcot had ever seen the light of day. Going to such privileged environments without limiting our impact as much as possible was out of the question.

The art of polar navigation

Le Commandant Charcot is the world's first passenger ship to be fitted with a Polar Class 2 (PC2) hull. This gives it the ability to sail between the sheets of drifting sea ice and reach the most remote and isolated regions, when conditions allow. Protecting the polar ecosystems and the coastal sea ice – a vital habitat for marine wildlife – is our priority. Expertise, innovation, humility before nature, cooperation with local peoples and ensuring a minimal impact on the environment are the fundamental concepts behind responsible exploration.

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Etienne Garcia and Patrick Marchesseau , Captains onboard Commandant Charcot

Le Commandant Charcot is both an extraordinary vessel and a safe and comfortable ship. It's a sailor's dream; an outstanding accomplishment You simply could not do better when it comes to sailing in polar regions; though to minimise our impact as far as possible, we explore these regions with a tremendous sense of humility.

Pioneer of safety regulations in the polar regions

The rescue and safety equipment developed and designed from scratch by PONANT for Le Commandant Charcot (Ice Cube, group survival kit, floating polar shelters and survival suits) currently exceed the existing safety criteria established by the tourism industry as well as the military, raise the bar for maritime safety and standards in polar tourism, and help experts across the world to devise new safety strategies

Ecosystem-friendly landing protocols

Our approach is also based on a carefully considered choice of itineraries , the drafting of a specific environmental brief for each sensitive region or area, a code of conduct for passengers, and of course, a zero tolerance policy regarding the impact we leave behind when we travel through an area. PONANT is a member of IAATO (the International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators) and AECO , (the International Association of Expedition Cruise Operators for Responsible, Environmentally Friendly and Safe Tourism), two organisations responsible for regulating tourism activities in Antarctica and the Arctic . Our itineraries and protocols in the polar regions are designed in accordance with the directives issued by these organisations , which stipulate the maximum number of passengers allowed to disembark and the specific conduct to be followed (i.e. maximum wildlife approach distances; briefings for passengers, crew and expedition personnel; the level of Antarctic experience of expedition personnel; and emergency and medical evacuation plans).

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Services provided

Concierge Service: tailor-made and fully customisable services, from your reservation until you return from your trip
Glazed private balcony for all our staterooms and suites
Terrace for the Duplex suites and the Owner's suite
24-hour room service
Inclusive Wifi internet access (availability dependent on navigation and latitude)
Individually-controlled air conditioning
Dressing room with shelves and closet
Dressing table and hairdryer
Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products
Nespresso coffee maker and boiler
Electronic safe
Direct line telephone
Bose Bluetooth speaker
Flat screen TV, international channels (availability dependent on navigation) and videos on demand
110V American (two flat pins)/220V European (round sockets with two round pins)
3 ADA staterooms

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Prestige Suite Deck 8

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L’Appel du Large

Cap sur les îles du Pacifique

Nouveau catamaran, offre exclusive.

Cap sur l’Asie du Sud-Est en croisières de luxe

Hiver 2024 / 2025

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Jusqu’en juin, rencontrons-nous dans des lieux d’exception.

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Cap sur les îles du Pacifique en croisière de luxe

2026 à bord du Paul Gauguin

Îles de la Société, îles Cook, Tuamotu, Marquises.

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Corse ou Seychelles ?

Dès l'été 2024, soyez les premiers à embarquer à bord du Spirit of Ponant .

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Amérique centrale, Europe du Nord, Méditerranée, Amérique du Nord.

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Profitez d’une expérience immersive et découvrez nos destinations comme si vous y étiez !

Des croisières ensoleillées aux odyssées polaires, trouvons la destination qui vous inspire.

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La signature Ponant

Explorer pour mieux comprendre, partager et protéger

Donnez du sens à votre voyage

Des expériences inspirantes, conscientes de l’Homme et de l’environnement, accompagné par nos experts

Naviguez vers des rivages confidentiels

Des escales et des mouillages hors des sentiers battus, parfois inexplorés

Voyagez dans le respect des écosystèmes

Les dernières technologies vertes utilisées, des études d’impact environnemental et des activités co-construites avec les peuples locaux

Explorez le monde sur des navires à taille humaine

Un nombre de cabines et suites limité pour des voyages intimistes

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Un service attentionné et sur-mesure tout au long de votre séjour

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Inspirations

Une sélection de contenus inspirants pour vous aider à préparer votre prochaine croisière.

Le Commandant Charcot

Souvenirs du Japon

Merveilles Tyrrhéniennes

Le Groenland : âme nature

L’Amérique centrale à l’état pur

« Une immersion totale entre Bélize et Honduras qui a comblé toutes mes attentes : diversité d’activités, richesse culturelle, aventures en pleine nature, sans oublier les îles paradisiaques, les lagons et les mangroves. Une expérience authentique… »

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Spirit of Ponant

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Été 2025 : envie de chaleur ou de fraîcheur ?

Mission scientifique au pôle Nord

PONANT certifiée Green Globe

Asie du Sud-Est et Japon : notre conférence en ligne en replay

Croisières thématiques : notre webconférence en replay

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Nouveau : le coffret cadeau PONANT

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Le Lapérouse

The first in the PONANT EXPLORERS series, Le Lapérouse represents the new generation of PONANT ships.

Up to 184 Guests

92 staterooms & suites, 118 crew members, 2 restaurants.

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Environmentally friendly, fitted with innovative equipment and complete with lounges designed to be largely open to the exterior, this new and intimately sized yacht offers a unique type of cruise experience. Onboard this ship sailing under the French flag, you'll experience the incomparable pleasure of a cosily intimate cruise offering the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an ethnic chic ambiance.

The Blue Eye , an underwater lounge offering a unique experience unlike anything else in the world.

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The restaurants onboard Le Lapérouse

An essential component of French culture, gastronomy naturally has a place of honour onboard this PONANT EXPLORER.

The Le Nautilus gastronomic restaurant - Deck 4

Towards the rear of deck 4 you'll find a panoramic restaurant large enough to accommodate all our passengers at one sitting. Offering a different concept than on our other ships, this space is open to the exterior and serves buffets of salads, desserts and cheeses. Our discreet and attentive staff provide a table service for hot meal

260 m2 (2,800 ft²)
Wine cellar

Grill Restaurant - Deck 3

An exterior grill restaurant on deck 3 offering a relaxed ambiance and atmosphere:

Capacity: 70
Views out over the pool deck
Grilled meats and a variety of salads and desserts

The common areas onboard Le Lapérouse

Our ship Le Lapérouse features a number of spaces designed and arranged to serve your needs and requirements whilst at the same time preserving the privacy of each passenger.

The Blue Eye - Deck 0

An underwater lounge
Enough room for 40 passengers

The hydraulic platform - Deck 2

Much easier onboard access than on any other cruise ship
Easier disembarking and embarking by Zodiac when participating in expeditions
Swimming and bathing in the sea and various nautical sports, such as kayaking and paddleboarding

Reception - Deck 3

A 140 m² (1,500 ft²) space
A reception/concierge service
The excursions desk
The onboard administrative services
The sales office operated by our Customer Manager
Our 50m² (540 ft²) shop selling a line of clothing, jewellery, beauty care products, postcards and various accessories.
The facilities accessible to persons with reduced mobility

The main lounge - Deck 3

A 200 m² (2,150 ft²) main lounge
Able to accommodate all our passengers at once for moments of shared conviviality, and as a venue for both daytime and evening shows and entertainment

The theatre - Deck 3

188-seat capacity
Cutting edge audio and lighting technology
LED stage background wall enabling the projection of ultra-high resolution media

The pool deck - Deck 3

A swimming pool offering panoramic views and equipped with a counter-current system
A pleasant, attractive sun deck
An exterior bar and lounge equipped with armchairs and sofas

The panoramic lounge - Deck 6

Library, internet space, bar, and live entertainment on certain evenings
Direct access to the panoramic terrace

Wellness area - Deck 7

Spa in partnership with SOTHYS™: massage and treatment cubicles, beauty care cubicle
KÉRASTASE / L’Oréal Paris hair salon
Free access sauna(open during the day)
Gym (open during the day)

A typical day on board

Because our cruises combine exploration with elegance, we offer exceptional services , worthy of the highest standards of luxury, whether it's on board our ships or during your excursions or outings and landings. Enjoy a refined atmosphere throughout the day which complements the exotic nature of the programmes on land .

Get off to a good start every day on board. - Hot drinks and pastries are served from 6:30 to 10:30 for early risers and late risers. - Enjoy your breakfast in the cabin with room service , in the restaurant or outside if weather permits - Enjoy pastries cooked on board, bread made daily by our French baker, home-made cakes and muffins, pancakes, waffles, eggs, cheeses and cold cuts, detox juices, and more.

Departure alert for excursions or trips

Because we want your activities to go smoothly, your cruise director alerts you before departure for any excursions you have booked if you are on a Yachting cruise, or for Zodiac® trips, if you have opted for an Expedition cruise .

On board, enjoy our varied buffet . Among the wide choice of salads, vegetables, meat and fish, desserts and pastries, choose a starter, a main dish and a dessert that have been specially cooked for you based on the theme of the day (Corsica, Mediterranean, Asian, barbecue, Italian, etc.) A restaurant on land is booked for day trips.

Want to stay on board to enjoy a moment of relaxation ? - Attend a talk given by one of our prestigious guests of honour . - Book a massage or treatment at the spa . - Relax by the pool or in the library, keep fit in the gym or enjoy some quiet time by selecting the cruise photos taken by the teams from the PONANT Studio on the l’Application or on the computers.

Zodiac® excursions or trips

Your afternoon continues with the terrestrial trips that you have booked to complement your Yachting cruise . On Expedition cruises, enjoy guided trips by our naturalist-guides and discover new lands.

An afternoon snack

- Around 4 p.m., after having enjoyed a few sweet treats with cold or hot drinks accompanied by music in the Grand salon , it's time to get ready for dinner. Our Hairdresser Advisors will offer you personalised services in the Hairdressing Salon . - Enjoy the peace and quiet of your cabin to watch one of the 60 movies available in multiple languages on your TV, to book a tour through the app or to immerse yourself in a book on your private balcony . - Browse in the shop or stroll through the ship's various social spaces, in the observatory lounge (on the PONANT EXPLORERS and Le Ponant), the panoramic lounge (on the Sisterships) or the Blue Eye on the PONANT EXPLORERS, with a glass of champagne or a delicious cocktail in your hand.

A gourmet dinner

Your late afternoon continues in front of a beautiful sunset to the sound of beautiful melodies played on the piano, with an aperitif. Every day, discover a new cocktail recipe. Dinner follows, cooked by our chefs in keeping with the tradition of grand French fine dining .

An evening of entertainment

Your evening follows on with entertainment in the Grand Salon or the Theatre. Enjoy an evening dancing, a classical concert, a show performed by our professional dancers or a film projection on the big screen.

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A more eco-friendly sailing

Ecodesign is at the centre of our reflection. The latest innovations available at the time of its creation were deployed on board this vessel. Since then, PONANT has regularly improved its environmental performance at each technical stop.

ELECTRICAL QUAY CONNECTION

in ports that are equipped.

LOW EMISSIONS

60% less fine particles thanks to 100% LS MGO propulsion with 0.05% sulphur content and the use of continuous catalytic converters on all sailing areas by 2025.

LOW FUEL CONSUMPTION

Hydrodynamic design, diesel engine assisted by electric turbines, optimised sailing routes, and limiting the average speed of the ship to 11 knots.

WASTE REDUCTION

Elimination of single-use plastics, cloth laundry bags, water fountains and distribution of stainless steel water bottles, ecological cleaning products.

RESPECTFUL TOWARDS ECOSYSTEMS

Shell and sea creature detectors, electronic positioning system without the need for anchoring, ballast water processing, reduced noise and vibrations.

CERTIFICATION

Clean Ship Super certification by Bureau Veritas, and Green Marine Europe, who evaluate our environmental strategy every year.

ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER

The presence on board of an environmental officer who ensures that procedures are followed and that the crew is trained.

WASTE RECOVERY AND RECYCLING

100% of waste sorted on board and traced, 60% of waste recycled.

BIOSECURITY

Environmental and societal impact studies and compliance with IAATO and AECO directives in polar zones.

ENERGY SAVINGS

75% less electricity consumption for lighting thanks to the use of LEDs, recycling of waste water, short supply chains.

Suppression des plastiques à usage unique, sacs à linge en tissu, fontaines à eau et distribution de gourdes en inox, produits de nettoyage écologiques.

Minimal and transitory impact

Modern ships, cutting-edge technologies, strict landing protocols, environmental impact studies, crew training: find the environmental commitments that guide us on a daily basis, with the greatest respect for both the marine andterrestrial ecosystems that we take you to.

Mathieu Petiteau , Director of New Constructions at PONANT

In our specifications, we stipulate the different aspects to reduce energy consumption. It’s mainly about optimising the design of the hull and installing more energy efficient engines and equipment/fittings, real-time energy consumption calculation tools, energy recuperation systems, and low-energy lighting.

Co-construction with local populations

We take passengers to discover rare destinations and to meet the populations that have lived there for centuries. So, our itineraries are planned out in consultation with the local authorities and we make our crew, naturalist guides and passengers aware of good practices to adopt in the communities in which they will be staying.

Our environmental labels and certifications

PONANT's commitments in terms of environmental policy form part of the company's corporate purpose. This approach that ndicates the priority importance of this topic, is illustrated through the international certifications and labels the company holds. Our commitments to a more sustainable and responsible tourism are assessed and recompensed on a regular basis by recognised organisations.

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A bubble of peace and calm

In keeping with the very DNA of PONANT, the cabins onboard Le Lapérouse offer complete and absolute comfort. Tastefully decorated, the ship's 92 cabins and suites combine light tones and touches of blue with a softly muted, refined atmosphere. With their private balconies and terraces, all cabins benefit from high levels of light and luminosity and offer breathtaking views out towards the horizon.

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An exclusive concierge service for Owner’s Suites

Once you have made your reservation, and right up to your return from your trip, the Concierge Service help you plan and develop your tailor-made trip.

Information & reservations +33 (0)4 91 26 62 20 [email protected]

Technical Specificity

Services provided

24-hour room service
Inclusive Wifi internet access (availability dependent on navigation and latitude)
Individually-controlled air conditioning
Dressing room with shelves and closet
Dressing table and hairdryer
Diptyque Paris top-of-the-line bath products
Nespresso coffee maker and boiler
Electronic safe
Direct line telephone
Bose Bluetooth speaker
Flat screen TV, international channels (availability dependent on navigation) and videos on demand
110V American (two flat pins)/220V European (round sockets with two round pins)
Two ADA staterooms

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PONANT unveils Spirit of Ponant: a luxury maxi-catamaran cruise...

PONANT unveils Spirit of Ponant: a luxury maxi-catamaran cruise ship

PONANT introduces its newest vessel - Spirit of Ponant, a 24-meter-long catamaran ship with only 6 passenger staterooms.

Accommodating up to 12 guests and supported by a crew of 4 (including the chef), the Spirit of Ponant seamlessly blends the joys of sailing with the refined, personalized service emblematic of PONANT voyages.

This addition enriches PONANT's portfolio with exclusive, intimate settings, underscoring the company's dedication to more sustainable tourism and its enduring affinity for sailing. Crafted in France, the Spirit of Ponant assures an immersive journey, charting courses to some of the world's most enchanting islands. Scheduled for launch in June 2024, the yacht will grace the shores of Corsica, France, for the summer season before embarking on a winter voyage to the Seychelles in 2025.

Designed for an intimate experience with a maximum occupancy of 12 passengers, the vessel boasts a dedicated crew comprising the Captain, a PONANT-appointed chef, a seaman, and a steward, ensuring adherence to the company's exacting standards. Itineraries are tailored based on the Captain's recommendations and guests' preferences. PONANT's culinary delights, extensive wine cellar, signature cocktails, room service, and a plethora of nautical activities such as paddleboarding, wakeboarding, and snorkeling are all inclusive.

The catamaran has scheduled 8-day/7-night cruises to Corsica ( Bonifacio roundtrips) commencing from July 13, 2024, and to the Seychelles ( Mahe roundtrips) for winter 2024-2025 season. Prices start at EUR 7500 per person (based on double occupancy). The fares may vary closer to the departure date and are contingent upon availability.

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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands Hobart, Tasmania - Cape Town

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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands

Hobart, tasmania - cape town, dates: 17/02/2026 to 17/03/2026.

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The theatre of mythical expeditions and a refuge for fascinating wildlife that is among the wildest on the planet, East Antarctica is still home to unexplored regions. Enjoy many moments of intense emotions on this 29-day half-circumnavigation of Antarctica , connecting Tasmania to the south of Africa, from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean, aboard Le Commandant Charcot , an enveloping cocoon shaped for the highest polar latitudes.

In these preserved lands, the icebergs drift majestically in sparkling waters, while the glaciers slowly flow, revealing the millennia-old secrets they have long kept . An ultimate quest and the promise of unforgettable and novel encounters in the footsteps of the greatest explorers, like Jules Dumont d’Urville, Erich von Drygalski or Douglas Mawson, the Australian legend of polar expedition who wintered at Cape Denison. Throughout your journey, our team of passionate experts will go over all the details of these historic exploits with you while sharing their knowledge of the wildlife and landscapes .

From Hobart , the departure point of many an emblematic polar expedition, set off on a unique polar odyssey, at the boundaries of the world, to admire all this singular territory’s natural treasures. During this unforgettable exploration, paced by the ice conditions between coastal ice floe, drifting icebergs and the largest polar icecap in the world - the Inlandsis in East Antarctica -, you will journey into this isolated region and make your way past the Australian research stations, Casey and Davis. Fascinating, bewitching, dizzying... there is no shortage of superlatives to describe Antarctica! In the icy depths of the Southern Ocean, mountains of ice rise like eternal sentinels, and Adelie penguins watch over the ice floe while humpback whales and orcas seem to guide the spirits towards unexplored horizons.

As you sail on to explore the eastern side of the White Continent, the ice floe and the ice disappear to make way for open-water navigation. Le Commandant Charcot will leave the Southern Ocean behind and you will perhaps have the chance to reach the French Southern and Antarctic Lands , in the wake of the great explorers who came from Europe in search of Terra Australis Incognita , such as Julien Crozet, Marc Marion Dufresne, Yves de Kerguelen or James Cook. During this all-new cruise in Antarctica, your senses will sharpen and you will be magnetised by the spectacle of the sparkling ice floe, the majestic tabular icebergs, the monumental ice shelves and the spectacular polar icecap . A unique moment, suspended in time, where the beauty of the White Continent is revealed in its full splendour.

We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and ice conditions. Our navigation will be determined by the type of ice we come across; as the fast ice must be preserved, we will take this factor into account from day to day in our itineraries. The sailing schedule and any landings, activities and wildlife encounters are subject to weather and ice conditions. These experiences are unique and vary with each departure. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, while respecting safety instructions and regulations imposed by the IAATO.

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The all-new half-circumnavigation of the eastern part of the Antarctic, an unforgettable trip into the heart of the ice and the protected zones of the White Continent, between the Pacific, Southern and Indian...

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Prestige Stateroom Deck 6

From £35,600 per person 25% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Stateroom Deck 7

Fully booked 25% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Stateroom Deck 8

Deluxe Suite Deck 6

From £38,070 per person 25% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Suite Deck 7

From £39,840 per person 25% Ponant Bonus

Deluxe Suite Deck 8

From £41,250 per person 25% Ponant Bonus

Prestige Suite Deck 7

Prestige Suite Deck 8

Grand Prestige Suite Deck 6

From £56,780 per person 25% Ponant Bonus

Privilege Suite Deck 8

From £60,310 per person 25% Ponant Bonus

Duplex Suite Deck 6

From £83,250 per person 25% Ponant Bonus

Ports of Call & Excursions

17 February 2026 - Hobart, Tasmania

Embarkation 17/02/2026 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 17/02/2026 at 18:00

Hobart occupies a wonderful location at the mouth of the Derwent River, overseen by majestic Mt Wellington and surrounded by natural bushland. The Tasmanian capital is Australia's second-oldest city, after Sydney, and the picturesque waterfront is bordered by 19th-century warehouses and colonial mansions . Salamanca Place is packed with shops, galleries and restaurants and the fascinating Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) is a short ferry ride from the quay. Hobart is within easy reach of some of Tasmania 's best-known destinations, from historic Port Arthur and the rugged Tasman Peninsula to Bruny Island, the Huon and Derwent Valleys and Mount Field National Park.

18 February 2026 21 February 2026 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Arrival 18/02/2026 Departure 21/02/2026

Spend exceptional moments sailing aboard Le Commandant Charcot , the world’s first luxury polar exploration vessel and the first PC2-class polar cruise ship capable of sailing into the very heart of the ice, on seas and oceans which the frozen conditions render inaccessible to ordinary ships. Le Commandant Charcot is fitted with oceanographic and scientific equipment selected by a committee of experts. Take advantage of the on-board lectures and opportunities for discussion with these specialists to learn more about the poles. Participate in furthering scientific research with PONANT and let us discover together what these fascinating destinations have yet to reveal to us.

22 February 2026 23 February 2026 - Adélie Land

Arrival 22/02/2026 Departure 23/02/2026

Adelie Land covers around 400,000 km 2 (around 250,000 square miles) of the White Continent between the 136 th and 142 nd meridians longitude East. These lands claimed by France in Antarctica are home, on Petrel Island, to Dumont-d’Urville station , which is named after the eponymous French explorer who investigated the region in 1840. Here, the few resident scientists share the Antarctic desert with Adelie penguins, seals and orcas, as well as emperor penguins during the winter. The extreme climate of this land at the edge of the world, characterised by its very low temperatures and its violent winds or blizzards, make it difficult to access its shores, which are protected by thick ice floe. Be among the rare people to discover this unique place where you will be captivated by the polar silence and the ice reflecting the rays of the sun as you experience the Southern Continent’s powerful fragility.

24 February 2026 - Magnetic South Pole

Arrival 24/02/2026 Departure 24/02/2026

The convergence point for the field lines of the Earth's magnetic field, the Magnetic South Pole attracts the magnetic needle of the compass. While the Geographic South Pole is the Earth’s southernmost fixed point, marking the intersection of the Globe's rotation axis with the Earth’s surface, the Magnetic South Pole moves over time. In fact, it is linked to the Earth's magnetic field which originates in the Earth's outer core, which is made up of molten metal and is subject to convection movements. It was during the French Dumont d’Urville expedition to Antarctica, aboard the famous ships L’Astrolabe and La Zélée , that the hydrographer and engineer Vincendon-Dumoulin made the first calculation of the magnetic inclination that enabled him to localise this pole in 1838. Set off in search of the Magnetic South Pole, try to get closer to it and, if luck allows it, attempt to reach it!

25 February 2026 26 February 2026 - Adélie Land

Arrival 25/02/2026 Departure 26/02/2026

27 February 2026 28 February 2026 - Wilkes Land

Arrival 27/02/2026 Departure 28/02/2026

Aboard Le Commandant Charcot, follow in the footsteps of the American explorer Charles Wilkes , during his USS Vincennes expedition undertaken between 1838 and 1842. A veritable mine of information for scientists, this isolated land - where only moss and lichen have managed to adapt and to take hold, forming the tundra -, promises a unique moment. Under an immaculate white coat, a secret world comes to life: from the icy mountains defying the sky to the vast glaciers, some of which stretch all the way to the Southern Ocean, and the icebergs drifting silently through frozen waters. These landscapes, unlike any other, are sure to captivate you.

1 March 2026 - Sailing along Shackleton Ice Shelf

Arrival 01/03/2026 Departure 01/03/2026

During this unique navigation, suspended in time, admire the fantastic spectacle of the Shackleton Ice Shelf. In the luxurious comfort of Le Commandant Charcot , specially designed for polar exploration, the vast icy expanses of the Antarctic will unfold before your astonished eyes. The air here is imbued with solemn serenity, only broken by the distant cracking of icebergs drifting along the shelf. You will perhaps have the chance to observe the many mammals, such as the whales , seals and penguins , which prosper in these icy waters.

2 March 2026 4 March 2026 - Queen Mary Land

Arrival 02/03/2026 Departure 04/03/2026

On the eastern shores of Antarctica, between Cape Filchner and Cape Hordern , admire the captivating landscapes of Queen Mary Land , recounting stories of legendary explorations. In the heart of this region, discovered in 1912, during Douglas Mawson’s Antarctic expedition , mountains of ice rise like giant sculptures, sparkling beneath the rays of the southern sun. The glaciers wind their way like rivers of glass, shaping sumptuous scenery. In this frozen kingdom, colonies of emperor penguins gather on the shores and leopard seals bask on the ice floe while whales slip graciously through its waters.

5 March 2026 7 March 2026 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Arrival 05/03/2026 Departure 07/03/2026

8 March 2026 9 March 2026 - French Southern and Antarctic Lands

Arrival 08/03/2026 Departure 09/03/2026

In the icy immensity of the Antarctic, between the 37th and 50th parallels south, the French Southern and Antarctic Lands encompass the largest emerged lands in the southern Indian Ocean, from the Crozet archipelago to the Kerguelen Islands. In the wake of the greatest European explorers, like Julien Crozet, Marc Marion Dufresne or James Cook , who sought out Terra Australis Incognita, you will explore these volcanic lands, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In these sanctuaries of biodiversity which represent unique terrain for scientific research, majestic icebergs stand like ephemeral sculptures, silent witnesses of the passing of time, while king penguins or elephant seals, the lords of these inhospitable lands, populate the beaches with their gigantic colonies.

10 March 2026 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Arrival 10/03/2026 Departure 10/03/2026

11 March 2026 - French Southern and Antarctic Lands

Arrival 11/03/2026 Departure 11/03/2026

12 March 2026 16 March 2026 - At sea aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Arrival 12/03/2026 Departure 16/03/2026

17 March 2026 - Cape Town

Arrival 17/03/2026 Disembarkation 17/03/2026 at 08:00

Dynamic and peaceful, cosmopolitan and hip, Cape Town offers its visitors a most unique mix. Here, the locals like to say that their city is “the quintessential melting pot of South Africa”. Located in the heart of one of the most beautiful bays in the world and dominated by the famous Table Mountain , it is graced with extraordinary landscapes including sheer cliffs that plunge into the Atlantic Ocean and vast whitesand beaches. We invite you to discover this incredible city, the South African capital of fashion, the art of living, and gastronomy. Further on, the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve awaits you and is home to a wide variety of endemic fauna and flora.

Le Commandant Charcot

With Le Commandant Charcot , PONANT has imagined and envisaged the cruise voyage of tomorrow . The latest addition to the fleet will take you following in the footsteps of the great polar explorers in refined surroundings complete with the kind of luxury services never before offered in the farthest reaches of the southern and northern hemispheres.

The indoor swimming pool, the conservatory, the panoramic restaurant, the Blue Lagoon outdoor restaurant, the Main Lounge, the Observation Lounge, the lobby… Each of the common areas has been designed to both convey French-style discreet luxury and arouse wonder and amazement. The common thread running through all their designs is the desire to allow the light to penetrate and open everything up the extraordinary polar landscapes and scenery. This very first hybrid-electric polar exploration ship powered by LNG has been designed with the greatest attention to detail in terms of safety and respect for the environment .

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Make your dreams of adventure come true, explore the boundaries of the world, and discover wild and legendary territories. The icy immensity of Antarctica, the constantly changing glaciers and icebergs of the North Pole, the mysterious mists of the North European coastlines, the most remote fjords on the planet… Every destination unveils unrivalled landscapes, home to increasingly varied fauna. Our team of naturalist-guides will share their knowledge with you during varied lectures about the history of the great explorations, geology and climatology, the fauna and flora, and will invite you to share special moments with the local populations.

Our Travel Concierge service is designed to make your trip an unforgettable one by offering services precisely tailored to your individual needs. These include private transfers, access to airport waiting lounges, home services during your absence and personalised stopovers.

Our Travel Concierge team is ready to help with the smallest details of your trip, so you can leave home care-free and enjoy the voyage with complete peace of mind.

Discover all the concierge services by clicking here .

Looking forward to accompanying you,

PONANT Travel Concierge Team

To contact a travel concierge call : 441 224 080 921 or send an email to: [email protected]

Expedition Cruise News

Ponant reveals 2024 agent ship visit programme.

Luxury expedition line Ponant has announced the dates for its 2024 UK-wide ship visit programme for its trade partners, with registration opening this month

With more than 450 places for agents to experience the line’s vessels, the programme, which will take place between April and September 2024 across UK ports, will include time on board Le Lyrial, Le Boréal, Le Champlain and Le Dumont d’Urville.

They will take place across twelve regional ports in the UK and Ireland, including Dartmouth, Cobh, Dublin, Douglas, Aberdeen, Rosyth, Belfast, Glasgow, London, Dover, Cowes and Portsmouth.

Each ship visit will see agents welcomed by the trade team, followed by a short verbal introduction to Ponant and an overview of the types of sailing offered. Visitors will then join a full ship tour before tasting onboard gastronomy.

Le Dumont d’Urville will host agents in London on 21 May, Dover on 22 May and 21 September, Cowes on 23 May, Portsmouth on 6 June, Glasgow on 14 June, Rosyth on 21 June and 28 August and Aberdeen on 27 August.

Agents to sample Ponant’s on board offerings

Meanwhile, Le Champlain will offer on board events in Dartmouth on 14 May, Dublin on 16 May and Belfast on 17 May before heading to Glasgow for visits on 18 May and 15 June.

Le Boréal will begin its programme in Cobh on 8 May before heading to Dublin on 9 May. It will then host agents in Douglas on 10 May and in Glasgow on 18 May.

Agents will have the chance to visit Le Lyrial in Dartmouth on 29 April, in Aberdeen on 10 May and in Rosyth on 11 May.

Last year, Ponant unveiled design concepts for a new ship that it says will produce “zero greenhouse gas emissions when sailing, manoeuvring, in port or at anchor”.

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Posted: February 23, 2024 | Last updated: March 8, 2024

<p>When it comes to cruising, it really is more about the journey than the destination – and today's cruise ships focus more and more on passenger experience. Designs and aesthetics are constantly improving and being elevated with spaces curated by top interior designers, high-end suites that rival those in 5-star hotels and even extensive art collections on board. We take a look at the world's most beautiful cruise ships that bring a little extra sparkle, inside and out.</p>

When it comes to cruising, it's definitely more about the journey than the destination – and today's cruise ships focus more and more on the passenger experience. Designs and aesthetics are constantly improving and being elevated with spaces curated by top interior designers, high-end suites that rival those in 5-star hotels, and even extensive art collections on board. We take a look at the world's most beautiful cruise ships that bring a little extra sparkle, inside and out.

<p>The 2,668-guest <a href="https://www.hollandamerica.com/en_US/cruise-ships/ms-rotterdam/0.html">MS Rotterdam</a> is the third in the Pinnacle Class series for Holland America Line. At 984 feet (300m) in length, the craftsmanship used to create the classic nautical lines of the ship’s exterior reflects almost 150 years of expertise within the company. Her interiors dazzle too, with fluid lines, vibrant colors and airy, light-filled spaces from the shared areas to the staterooms and suites.</p>

MS Rotterdam, Holland America Line

The 2,668-guest MS Rotterdam is the third in the Pinnacle Class series for Holland America Line. At 984 feet (300m) in length, the craftmanship used to create the classic nautical lines of the ship’s exterior reflects almost 150 years of expertise within the company. Her interiors dazzle too, with fluid lines, vibrant colors and airy, light-filled spaces from the shared areas to the staterooms and suites.

<p>Music is the ship's main inspiration, on show everywhere from the atrium’s dramatic harp-like sculpture to the impressive World Stage, where musicians play against a wraparound LED screen. Thoughtfully curated art is displayed throughout the decks and staterooms too, from museum-quality antiques and works by the masters to avant-garde sculptures and thought-provoking photography by emerging artists. Together, they make up a floating gallery of 2,645 pieces of work ranging in value from around $4,770 to $613,000 £350 to £450k).</p>

Music is the ship's main inspiration, on show everywhere from the atrium’s dramatic harp-like sculpture to the impressive World Stage, where musicians play against a wraparound LED screen. Thoughtfully curated art is displayed throughout the decks and staterooms too, from museum-quality antiques and works by the masters to avant-garde sculptures and thought-provoking photography by emerging artists. Together, they make up a floating gallery of 2,645 pieces of work ranging in value from around $500-$620,000.

Silver Moon, Silversea

Silversea's Silver Moon maintains the small-ship intimacy and spacious all-suite accommodation that the cruise line has become known for – yet takes it to a whole new level. The ship's high-end suites have been enriched with elegant decor, premium amenities and luxurious details such as handcrafted beds by Savoir. Bespoke crystal panels by luxury French brand Lalique have been incorporated into the brand's signature restaurant, La Dame.

<p>The innovative new culinary enrichment program Sea and Land Taste (S.A.L.T.) is designed to immerse guests in culinary experiences, from classes and market trips to extra-special meals. Dining spaces are filled with unique objects and arts and crafts pieces that draw on influences from all over the world, while color palettes throughout are used to enhance the dining experience. Lighter tones brighten the demo area, the main restaurant has rich details and accents, while the bar has a darker, more mysterious feel.</p>

The innovative new culinary enrichment programme Sea and Land Taste (SALT) is designed to immerse guests in culinary experiences, from classes and market trips to extra-special meals. Dining spaces are filled with unique objects and arts and crafts pieces that draw on influences from all over the world, while color palettes throughout are used to enhance the dining experience. Lighter tones brighten the demo area, the main restaurant has rich details and accents, while the bar has a darker, more mysterious feel.

<p><a href="https://www.scenic.co.uk/our-ships/our-discovery-yachts/scenic-eclipse">Scenic Eclipse</a> promises to deliver an ultra-luxury cruise experience for up to 228 guests. Her indulgent suites are flooded with natural light thanks to the floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, which open onto a private veranda or terrace. All 114 suites are furnished with king-size beds, ambient lighting and lounge areas. The Owner’s Penthouse Suites are even more incredible, each with its own spacious curved terrace, private spa pool and sun loungers, plus a private lounge and dining area.</p>

Scenic Eclipse, Scenic Cruises

Scenic Eclipse promises to deliver an ultra-luxury cruise experience for up to 228 guests. Her indulgent suites are flooded with natural light thanks to the floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, which open onto a private veranda or terrace. All 114 suites are furnished with king-size beds, ambient lighting and lounge areas. The Owner’s Penthouse Suites are even more incredible, each with its own spacious curved terrace, private spa pool and sun loungers, plus a private lounge and dining area.

<p>The shared spaces are pretty decadent too. There's the 550-square-foot (51sqm) Senses Spa, emblazoned with gold leaf, and multiple pool areas. The stylish Whisky Bar has a floor-to-ceiling translucent quartz display case with 110 varieties of the spirit, while a sculpture of a gown – consisting of 5,400 spoons – marks the entrance to French Champagne bar Lumière.</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/3roL4wv"><strong>Love this? Follow our Facebook page for more travel inspiration</strong></a></p>

The shared spaces are pretty decadent too. There's the 550-square-foot (51sqm) Senses Spa, emblazoned with gold leaf, and multiple pool areas. The stylish Whisky Bar has a floor-to-ceiling translucent quartz display case with 110 varieties of the spirit, while a sculpture of a gown – consisting of 5,400 spoons – marks the entrance to French Champagne bar Lumière.

<p>Disney Cruise Line’s imagineers have once again created a world of enchantment, this time aboard the <a href="https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/why-cruise-disney/wish/">Disney Wish</a>. The ship, set to welcome her first guests in summer 2022, has a distinctly Disney design concept inspired by timeless tales. The motif of enchantment will manifest throughout the ship, from the magical forest setting of the Walt Disney Theatre and storybook-inspired staterooms to the fairy-tale-castle-inspired Grand Hall, where a dazzling wishing star descends from the shimmering chandelier above.</p>

Disney Wish, Disney Cruise Line

Disney Cruise Line’s imagineers have once again created a world of enchantment, this time aboard the Disney Wish . The ship welcomed her first guests in summer 2022 and has a distinctly Disney design concept inspired by timeless tales. The motif of 'enchantment' manifests throughout the ship, from the magical forest setting of the Walt Disney Theatre and storybook-inspired staterooms to the fairy-tale-castle Grand Hall, where a dazzling wishing star descends from the shimmering chandelier above.

The Wish Tower Suite, set high in the forward funnel of the ship (which displays the cruise line’s Micky Mouse logo), is a 1,966-square-foot (183sqm) penthouse in the sky and the most unique Disney Cruise Line accommodation yet. Another of the ship's magical features is Disney’s first Frozen -themed theatrical dining experience, which brings the world of Arendelle to life through immersive live entertainment and world-class cuisine infused with Nordic influences.

Regatta, Oceania Cruises

Regatta is the flagship vessel of Oceania Cruises' fleet and a shining example of the OceaniaNEXT rebuild of the brand’s four 684-guest Regatta Class ships. Her 342 lavish suites and staterooms showcase designer furnishings, while the reimagined public spaces feature Tuscan marble, a revamped color palette of soft sea and sky tones, works of art and a tasteful renewal of fabrics, furnishings and light fixtures.

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<p>Regatta has four restaurants including the iconic Grand Dining Room, which has been decked out with new bejeweled chandeliers. Other beautifully refreshed spaces include Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center, eight lounges and bars and a casino. Her decks are made from the finest teak, custom stone and tile work, and her lounges, suites and staterooms have luxurious Neoclassical furnishings.</p> <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/110902/beloved-cruise-ships-that-will-never-sail-again?page=1"><strong>These beloved cruise ships will never sail again</strong></a></p>

Regatta has four restaurants including the iconic Grand Dining Room, which has been decked out with new bejeweled chandeliers. Other beautifully refreshed spaces include Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center, eight lounges and bars and a casino. Her decks are made from the finest teak, custom stone and tile work, and her lounges, suites and staterooms have luxurious Neoclassical furnishings.

<p><a href="https://www.starclippers.co.uk/our-fleet/tall-ships/introducing-royal-clipper.html">Royal Clipper</a> is one of Star Clippers’ three tall ships and officially the largest square rigger in service. The elegant vessel cuts through the water gracefully, just like the legendary clippers from a bygone era. The five-masted, fully rigged tall ship, which has 42 sails, is beautiful to look at. Her Clipper heritage is reflected in polished brass and gleaming brightwork, expansive teak decks, swimming pools, informal dining, a convivial tropical bar and a comfortable piano bar.</p>

Royal Clipper, Star Clippers

Royal Clipper is one of Star Clippers’ three tall ships and officially the largest square rigger in service. The elegant vessel cuts through the water gracefully, just like the legendary clippers from a bygone era. The five-masted, fully rigged tall ship, which has 42 sails, is beautiful to look at. Her Clipper heritage is reflected in polished brass and gleaming brightwork, expansive teak decks, swimming pools, informal dining, a convivial tropical bar and a comfortable piano bar.

<p>The balance of maritime nostalgia and modern cruising is spot-on. Passengers can recline in the bowsprit net suspended above the sea or climb the mast to the Crow's Nest for stunning panoramic views as they sail. The 18,944 square feet (1,760sqm) of open deck and three swimming pools create an expansive outdoor environment. Another notable feature is the Captain Nemo Lounge, the ship's spa and health club, with underwater glass portholes.</p>

The balance of maritime nostalgia and modern cruising is spot-on. Passengers can recline in the bowsprit net suspended above the sea or climb the mast to the Crow's Nest for stunning panoramic views as they sail. The 18,944 square feet (1,760sqm) of open deck and three swimming pools create an expansive outdoor environment. Another notable feature is the Captain Nemo Lounge, the ship's spa and health club, with underwater glass portholes.

<p><a href="https://www.seabourn.com/en_US/cruise-ships/seabourn-encore/1.html">Seabourn Encore</a> is the newest striking ship in the cruise line's ultra-luxury fleet. Modeled on the trio of ships introduced with Seabourn Odyssey, Seabourn Encore represents another stage in the evolution of small ship cruising. There are 300 suites in total, including 16 penthouse suites and five penthouse spa suites, all with verandas facing the ocean.</p>

Seabourn Encore, Seabourn

Seabourn Encore is the newest striking ship in the cruise line's ultra-luxury fleet. Modeled on the trio of ships introduced with Seabourn Odyssey, Seabourn Encore represents another stage in the evolution of small ship cruising. There are 300 suites in total, including 16 penthouse suites and five penthouse spa suites, all with verandas facing the ocean.

<p>Seabourn Square, designed to be an innovative concierge lounge, invites guests to access every shipboard service in a relaxed, living-room atmosphere. The Square's thoughtful layout includes a library, upscale shops, an outdoor terrace and a coffee bar, all arranged across a light-filled space with dark-wood accents, a subtle color palette and striking blue velvet armchairs.</p>

Seabourn Square, designed to be an innovative concierge lounge, invites guests to access every shipboard service in a relaxed, living-room atmosphere. The Square's thoughtful layout includes a library, upscale shops, an outdoor terrace and a coffee bar, all arranged across a light-filled space with dark-wood accents, a subtle color palette and striking blue velvet armchairs.

<p><a href="https://uk.ponant.com/le-ponant">Le Ponant</a> is the flagship vessel of French cruise company Ponant. The three-mast cruise yacht, scheduled for relaunch in June 2022, has undergone a complete refit and refurbishment. Designed by French studio Jean-Philippe Nuel, her common areas have refined, clean lines with an elegant finish. The color palette – consisting of off-white, taupe and caviar gray – reflects the classic, sophisticated style, with no need for embellishments or bling.</p>

Le Ponant, Ponant

Le Ponant is the flagship vessel of French cruise company Ponant. The three-mast cruise yacht, which relaunched in summer 2022, has undergone a complete refit and refurbishment. Designed by French studio Jean-Philippe Nuel, her common areas have refined, clean lines with an elegant finish. The color palette – consisting of off-white, taupe and caviar gray – reflect the classic, sophisticated style, with no need for embellishments or bling.

<p>The accommodation is equally streamlined and elevated, with the number of staterooms and suites halved to just 16, housing a maximum of 32 guests. These are spread over three decks, each benefiting from large windows, and include a particularly lovely and spacious Owner Suite. The company has chosen to place the emphasize on space and freedom aboard Le Ponant, giving guests the sense of being on their own private yacht.</p> <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/92727/amazing-facts-about-cruise-ships-you-might-not-know?page=1"><strong>Discover these amazing facts about cruise ships you might not know</strong></a></p>

The accommodation is equally streamlined and elevated, with the number of staterooms and suites halved to just 16, housing a maximum of 32 guests. These are spread over three decks, each benefiting from large windows, and include a particularly lovely and spacious Owner Suite. The company has chosen to place the emphasis on space and freedom aboard Le Ponant, giving guests the sense of being on their own private yacht.

<p><a href="https://www.msccruises.co.uk/cruises/ships/msc-virtuosa">MSC Virtuosa</a> was named in homage to the skill and expertise of the architects and shipyard partners who designed and built it. The ship carries all the signature features of an MSC Cruises’ ship. At its heart are glamorous, gleaming mirrored surfaces in the atrium, centered around a sparkly Swarovski-studded staircase linking all three decks of the ship.</p>

MSC Virtuosa, MSC Cruises

MSC Virtuosa was named in homage to the skill and expertise of the architects and shipyard partners who designed and built it. The ship carries all the signature features of an MSC Cruises’ ship. At its heart are glamorous, gleaming mirrored surfaces in the atrium, centered around a sparkly Swarovski-studded staircase linking all three decks of the ship.

<p>The beautifully designed indoor promenade has the longest LED dome at sea and images on the high ceiling can change from an underwater adventure to a space exploration scene. The ship has 21 bars and lounges all with their own style and unique decor, from the futuristic white and blue of the Starship club featuring Rob, the first humanoid robotic bartender at sea, to the earthy colors of traditional pub Masters of the Sea.</p>

The beautifully designed indoor promenade has the longest LED dome at sea and images on the high ceiling can change from an underwater adventure to a space exploration scene. The ship has 21 bars and lounges all with their own style and unique decor, from the futuristic white and blue of the Starship club featuring Rob, the first humanoid robotic bartender at sea, to the earthy colors of traditional pub Masters of the Sea.

<p><a href="https://www.celebritycruises.com/cruise-ships/celebrity-apex">Celebrity Apex</a> is part of Celebrity Cruises’ Edge Series. The ship showcases the talents of British designer Kelly Hoppen CBE, American designer Nate Berkus, Paris-based design firm Jouin Manku and British architect Tom Wright. Hoppen’s inspiration for the accommodation was to create an outward-facing design emphasizing the outdoor scenery. Each of the ship's two Iconic Suites, positioned high above the bridge, have more than 2,500 square feet (232sqm) of opulent indoor and outdoor space, complete with private terrace and hot tub.</p>

Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Apex is part of Celebrity Cruises’ Edge Series. The ship showcases the talents of British designer Kelly Hoppen CBE, American designer Nate Berkus, Paris-based design firm Jouin Manku and British architect Tom Wright. Hoppen’s inspiration for the accommodation was to create an outward-facing design emphasizing the outdoor scenery. Each of the ship's two Iconic Suites, positioned high above the bridge, have more than 2,500 square feet (232sqm) of opulent indoor and outdoor space, complete with private terrace and hot tub.

<p>The Grand Plaza is one of the ship's most interesting spaces, inspired by the piazzas of Italy. Its chandelier transforms the atmosphere from day to night, with the lighting changing from warm and inviting to bright and dramatic. Other beautifully imagined areas are the Rooftop Garden and the Magic Carpet, a cantilevered, floating platform set 13 stories above sea level.</p>

The Grand Plaza is one of the ship's most interesting spaces, inspired by the piazzas of Italy. Its chandelier transforms the atmosphere from day to night, with the lighting changing from warm and inviting to bright and dramatic. Other beautifully imagined areas are the Rooftop Garden and the Magic Carpet, a cantilevered, floating platform set 13 floors above sea level.

<p>Cunard’s flagship <a href="https://www.cunard.com/en-gb/cruise-ships/queen-mary-2/9">Queen Mary 2</a> exudes classic style and elegance. Designed by a team of British naval architects, the traditional ocean liner has a long, sleek bow that makes her ideal for transatlantic crossings. Its black hull, red stripe, distinctive red-and-black funnel crown and bright white decks evoke the appearance of ocean liners of a bygone era.</p> <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/104011/incredible-images-of-cruising-through-the-ages?page=1"><strong>Take a look at these nostalgic images of cruising through the ages</strong></a></p>

Queen Mary 2, Cunard

Cunard’s flagship Queen Mary 2 exudes classic style and elegance. Designed by a team of British naval architects, the traditional ocean liner has a long, sleek bow that makes her ideal for transatlantic crossings. Its black hull, red stripe, distinctive red-and-black funnel crown and bright white decks evoke the appearance of ocean liners of a bygone era.

<p>The lavish accommodation includes beautiful duplex suites, each with a spiral staircase, walk-in closet, marble bath and private balcony. A daily afternoon tea is served by white-gloved waiters in the Queens Room restaurant, while Godiva at Sir Samuel’s has a decadent display of pralines and truffles. Elsewhere, the planetarium 3D cinema sends guests on an epic voyage across the solar system.</p>

The lavish accommodation includes beautiful duplex suites, each with a spiral staircase, walk-in closet, marble bath and private balcony. A daily afternoon tea is served by white-gloved waiters in the Queens Room restaurant, while Godiva at Sir Samuel’s has a decadent display of pralines and truffles. Elsewhere, the planetarium 3D cinema sends guests on an epic voyage across the solar system.

<p>An art collection worth around $5 million (£3.7m) is displayed throughout the <a href="https://www.rssc.com/ships/seven_seas_splendor">Seven Seas Splendor</a>. The impressive floating gallery includes more than 500 crystal chandeliers and more than an acre of Italian marble which fits in well with the ship's sophisticated style. Other standout aspects are the mythical dragon that greets diners at Pacific Rim restaurant and the alcoves that jut over the ocean at Sette Mari at La Veranda.</p>

Seven Seas Splendor, Regent Seven Seas

An art collection worth around $5 million is displayed throughout the Seven Seas Splendor . The impressive floating gallery includes more than 500 crystal chandeliers and more than an acre of Italian marble which fits in well with the ship's sophisticated style. Other standout aspects are the mythical dragon that greets diners at Pacific Rim restaurant and the alcoves that jut over the ocean at Sette Mari at La Veranda.

Each of the beautifully appointed suites has a private balcony, while the palatial Regent Suite – perched on the 14th deck – has a wraparound veranda over the ship’s bow. Its custom-made Treesse mini-pool spa is situated on the front balcony, while the king-sized Vividus bed was handcrafted by upscale Swedish brand, Hästens.

<p>The new Polar Class <a href="https://www.vikingcruises.com/expeditions/ships/viking-expedition-ships.html">Viking Octantis</a> is imagined by the same interior designers, nautical architects and engineers who designed the cruise line’s longships and ocean ships. An integrated bow creates a longer waterline for the ship, featuring the company’s signature Scandinavian influence. Each stateroom has a Nordic-style balcony and a sunroom, while floor-to-ceiling, distortion-free glass allows guests to take in the views and keep the elements out. The top of the panoramic glass lowers to transform the stateroom into a sheltered lookout.</p>

Viking Octantis, Viking Cruises

The new Polar Class Viking Octantis is imagined by the same interior designers, nautical architects and engineers who designed the cruise line’s longships and ocean ships. An integrated bow creates a longer waterline for the ship, featuring the company’s signature Scandinavian influence. Each stateroom has a Nordic-style balcony and a sunroom, while floor-to-ceiling, distortion-free glass allows guests to take in the views and keep the elements out. The top of the panoramic glass lowers to transform the stateroom into a sheltered lookout.

<p>The stunning Explorers’ Lounge, pictured, has two decks at the bow of the ship with double-height windows to take in the scenery. Other cleverly laid-out areas include the Finse Terrace, an outdoor lounge area just above sea level with has recessed couches and lava rock fire pits, and the Aquavit Terrace and pools, set under a retractable glass dome. The design of the spa and fitness center is in keeping with Viking’s Nordic heritage, featuring a thermal suite with a traditional Norwegian badestamp (wood-sided hot tub).</p>

The stunning Explorers’ Lounge, pictured, has two decks at the bow of the ship with double-height windows to take in the scenery. Other cleverly laid-out areas include the Finse Terrace, an outdoor lounge area just above sea level with has recessed couches and lava rock fire pits, and the Aquavit Terrace and pools, set under a retractable glass dome. The design of the spa and fitness center is in keeping with Viking’s Nordic heritage, featuring a thermal suite with traditional Norwegian badestamp (wood-sided hot tub).

<p>Emerald Cruises’ first-ever luxury superyacht, <a href="https://www.emeraldcruises.co.uk/our-fleet/our-yachts/emerald-azzurra-sakara">Emerald Azzurra</a>, is set to launch in March 2022. She stretches to 361 feet (110m) in length and carries just 100 guests across 50 deluxe suites and staterooms. The yacht's sleek design enables her to venture to ports and harbors many other, bigger cruise ships are unable to access. Onboard, the infinity-edge pool offers incredible views of passing scenery.</p>

Emerald Azzurra, Emerald Cruises

Emerald Cruises’ first-ever luxury superyacht, Emerald Azzurra , launched in March 2022. She stretches to 361 feet (110m) in length and carries just 100 guests across 50 deluxe suites and staterooms. The yacht's sleek design enables her to venture to ports and harbors many other, bigger cruise ships are unable to access. Onboard, the infinity-edge pool offers incredible views of passing scenery.

<p>There are six suite and stateroom categories on the Emerald Azzurra, each wonderfully luxurious (though some a little more so). The oversized Owner’s Suites are the most opulent, with separate bedroom and lounge areas. Best of all, guests can soak up the sun from the large private curved terrace with uninterrupted views. Designer wing chairs and footstools are a fixture in the Observation Lounge, and can be taken outside on clear days and for cinema evenings.</p> <p><a href="https://www.loveexploring.com/galleries/76367/exciting-new-cruise-ships-coming-soon-in-2022?page=1"><strong>Now take a look at more exciting new cruise ships coming soon</strong></a></p>

There are six suite and stateroom categories on the Emerald Azzurra, each wonderfully luxurious (though some a little more so). The oversized Owner’s Suites are the most opulent, with separate bedroom and lounge areas. Best of all, guests can soak up the sun from the large private curved terrace with uninterrupted views. Designer wing chairs and footstools are a fixture in the Observation Lounge, and can be taken outside on clear days and for cinema evenings.

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This legendary yacht offers a uniquely exclusive voyage experience. An invitation to sail, revitalise oneself, share, contemplate and respect the world around us. An ode to freedom and the treasures of nature.

With its common areas open extensively to the horizon, you will have never felt such communion with the elements. With one crew member per passenger and just thirty-two guests on board, you will have never enjoyed so much attention. With navigation under sail the moment conditions allow, you will have never savoured each second that passes to such an extent.

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The three-master joins the large family of Relais & Châteaux establishments as a new member. It is the first sailing yacht in history to obtain the label and be included in its catalogue of the finest travel addresses in the world. Due to its small size Le Ponant offers exclusive ports of call. With only sixteen elegantly decorated staterooms and suites and a dedicated chef, the travel experience is as if you are on your own private yacht.

Both our firms are committed to sharing expertise and promoting the inimitable French lifestyle to design meaningful voyages. Aboard Le Ponant , the jewel of our fleet, everyone can reconnect with nature and their own inspirations and live out their desires under sail.

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Relais & Châteaux, established in 1954, is an association of 580 unique hotels and restaurants throughout the world, owned and operated by independent entrepreneurs – most often families – who are passionate about their craft and deeply committed to forging warm, lasting relationships with their guests.

Relais & Châteaux members protect and promote the wealth and diversity of the world’s culinary and hospitality traditions, to ensure they continue to thrive. They are equally dedicated to preserving local heritage and the environment, as articulated in the association’s Vision presented to UNESCO in November 2014.

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The striking lines, the quality of the materials, the sophistication of the way they’re combined: the common areas, designed by French design studio Jean-Philippe Nuel, exude a sense of timelessness and offer a genuine connection with the exterior scenery and landscapes. Their design offers a blend of purity, excellence and a sense of easy living through the prominent use of stylish plain tones: off-white, taupe and caviar grey. No flourishes or embellishments here, but instead a unity between the common areas and the staterooms .

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Two standard kayaks and two glass-bottomed kayaks
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The lounge and Bar Emeraude - Alizés Deck

Interior surface : 92 m²
Seats 35 guests
Exterior surface : 85 m²
Seats 24 guests

The wellness space - Alizés Deck

Spa / massages (18.5 m²): one cabin offering massages and Biologique Recherche treatments
Gym (16 m²)

The panoramic restaurant

The gastronomic symphony on board Le Ponant celebrates the enjoyment of food and the riches of nature, and sublimely showcases products from the lands visited. The restaurant, extensively turned towards the exterior with its large openings and its terrace offering 34 seated places, welcomes you morning, noon and evening for exceptional moments of gastronomic delight.

The Le Diamant panoramic restaurant - Zéphyr Deck

Seats 34 guests
Fine gastronomic cuisine made using exceptionally high quality organic and local products
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Wines from French artisan wine producers and the regions visited.

16 high-class staterooms and suites

Distributed across three decks, the staterooms and suites of Le Ponant are wonderfully spacious. Each benefits from a soft luminosity afforded by wide picture windows and portholes. Tastefully decorated, they offer luxurious surroundings conducive to peace and relaxation.

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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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