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The passengers have journeyed a long way to get here, including a likely tumultuous 36-hour trip through the 500-mile-wide Drake Passage, regarded as one of the worlds roughest bodies of water. Some board Zodiac rafts for the short ride to shore, where, from a distance, they will observe and photograph nesting penguins. Others will set off in kayaks; if theyre lucky, a curious fin whale or orca might pop up to check them out. Still others will snorkel, dive, snowshoe, or even take a submarine or...

Save Share Global cruise operator Scenic has axed all six of its June-August sailings in Western Australia’s Kimberley region, with other foreign lines also cancelling similar planned local departures as the industry comes to grips with a prolonged hard border. Delivering the Federal Budget on Tuesday night, Treasurer Josh Frydenberg confirmed inbound and outbound international travel would remain low through to mid-2022. From that point, a “gradual recovery in international tourism i...

Scenic Eclipse 2021 Kimberley program shelved "Continued uncertainty" for regulatory approvals brings about programs demise Last updated Scenic Eclipse, to Australian waters next month. The luxury cruise operator had planned to operate the six-star “Discovery Yacht” in the Kimberley on six one-way voyages between Darwin and Broome, from 19 June to 8 August 2021. Scenic cited “continued uncertainty” for permits and approval processes for the decision to terminate the program. In a stat...

Share For centuries, the engine’s deep rumble, followed by shuddering of the decks, have indicated that a ship is about to leave dock. It’s a moment that creates joy in any seafarer’s heart – and the time is finally approaching when the hard-hit cruise sector can again anticipate the roar of ship propellers. Make no mistake: the industry is stirring. OK, the global commercial cruise fleet of some 315 ships isn’t about to hit the seas any time soon. But all hands are hauling on the rop...

Scenic Eclipse’s 2022/2023 Arctic collection includes four new destinations Date: May 3 2021 VANCOUVER —Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours’ Scenic Eclipse will embark on brand new Arctic adventures in 2022/23, with four new destinations that include the Russian Far East, Japan, Northeast Passage and Alaska. The new destinations complement Scenic’s existing program that takes guests to the Arctic, the Norway, Greenland and Iceland. As the ‘World’s First Discovery Yacht,’ Sceni...

Scenic Unveils 2022/2023 Scenic Eclipse Arctic Collection April 28, 2021 Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has unveiled its 2022/2023 Arctic program for its ultra-luxury Scenic Eclipse. The World’s First Discovery Yacht™ offers a unique combination of world-class luxury with unrivaled exploration in some of the world’s most pristine, remote and unique polar destinations. The 2022/23 season will see Scenic Eclipse heading to four new destinations, including the Russian Far Eas...

Im always being asked if Id go back to cruising. Without hesitation, I answer: anytime youre ready, issue me a key card, toot the ships horn – Im off. Why would I not want to travel in elegant ease? I love cruisings salty spray, the rattle of cocktail shakers, the seascapes, the port panoramas. Of course, the abundant naysayers, most if not all who have never cruised, roll their eyes and trot out the anti-cruise cliches. Me? I smile and think about some of my best travel experiences: cruising...

Antarcticas Cruise Season Will Look Different This Year Janice Wald Henderson © Courtesy Quark Expeditions Antarctica has become one of the worlds most coveted travel destinations in recent years, with visitors growing annually. This past year was set to be a record—until travel was halted due to the pandemic. Now, with travel picking up as vaccinations continue, and cruising resumes in various pockets globally, travelers are wondering: will they get to hike by honking pengu...

Antarctica cruises are booming. But can the continent handle it? Elizabeth Heath © Michael S. Nolan/Lindblad Expeditions A minke whale emerges near Zodiac boats carrying Linblad Expeditions passengers in Paradise Bay, Antarctica. The passengers have journeyed a long way to get here, including a likely tumultuous 36-hour trip through the 500-mile-wide Drake Passage, regarded as one of the world’s roughest bodies of water. Some board Zodiac rafts for the short ride to shore...

Apr 7th 2021, 12:29 All-inclusive operator Scenic has unveiled new land tours with the release of its 2021-22 Japan and South Korea escorted touring programme. The Oriental Wonders of Japan & South Korea 2021-2022 brochure also includes the first Japanese cruise itineraries for Scenic Eclipse, the 228-passenger ‘discovery yacht’ which launched in 2019. Two new land-based tours have been released: a 16-day Hidden Wonders of North Japan itinerary and a 12-Day The Soul of South Korea holiday. ...