Hurtigruten Expeditions is a global leader in expedition cruising, specializing in unique and sustainable travel experiences. Known for its exceptional voyages to remote and polar destinations, such as the Arctic, Antarctica, and coastal regions of Norway, Hurtigruten offers travelers the chance to explore some of the world’s most breathtaking and untouched landscapes. Their ships are equipped for adventure, providing a combination of comfort and exploration. The company is committed to sustainability, with eco-friendly practices and a focus on minimizing environmental impact while delivering immersive cultural and natural experiences.

Destinations: Antarctica, Arctic, Greenland, Alaska, Galápagos, and Norway’s coastal routes.

Fleet: Includes hybrid-powered ships like MS Roald Amundsen and MS Fridtjof Nansen.

Ponant is a luxury French cruise line renowned for its sophisticated, expedition-style voyages to remote and exotic destinations. Specializing in small-ship cruises, Ponant offers exclusive experiences to places like the polar regions, the Mediterranean, and Southeast Asia. Their ships combine comfort with exploration, featuring refined amenities, gourmet dining, and immersive, expert-led excursions. Ponant made history by becoming the first cruise line to visit the North Pole, marking a groundbreaking moment for the company with its specially designed polar expedition ships, which allow guests to experience the Arctic in unparalleled luxury.

Ponant caters primarily to affluent travelers seeking a high-end, intimate cruising experience. Most of their guests are discerning individuals in the 40-60 age range, although the line also attracts younger couples and retirees. Their clientele values exclusivity, culture, and sustainable, off-the-beaten-path exploration. With a focus on providing luxurious, personalized service, Ponant attracts guests who appreciate a refined and immersive travel experience, often choosing the cruise line for its smaller ships and tailored itineraries.

Silversea Cruises is an ultra-luxury cruise line known for its intimate ships, personalized service, and global itineraries. It offers all-inclusive experiences, focusing on fine dining, cultural immersion, and elegant accommodations.

Fleet Size: 12 ships, including expedition vessels like Silver Endeavour and classic ships like Silver Moon.

Guest Capacity: 100–728 passengers, ensuring exclusivity and personalized service.

Destinations: Over 900 destinations, covering all seven continents, including polar expeditions and exotic locales.

All-Inclusive Luxury: Includes butler service, gourmet dining, premium beverages, shore excursions, and gratuities.

Celebrity Cruises is a premium cruise line  wholly owned subsidiary of Royal Caribbean Group. Celebrity is different. As in “you'll never want to vacation any other way” kind of different. Every detail is elevated beyond what you ever thought a vacation could be. You’ll enjoy the intimate feel and thoughtful service of a smaller ship, the variety and excitement of a bigger one, and experiences you won’t find anywhere else. So, if you want to explore the world or get away from it for a little while, Nothing Comes Close to Celebrity Cruises.

Sail to more than 300 destinations aboard Celebrity award-winning fleet where you'll enjoy the intimate feel and thoughtful service of a smaller ship.