PICK THE PERFECT EXPEDITION CRUISE AT THE LONDON CRUISE SHOW

PICK THE PERFECT EXPEDITION CRUISE AT THE LONDON CRUISE SHOW

With adventure travel having grown by 65 per cent in the last five years, there has never been a better time to explore the farthest corners of the earth than by cruise. The London Cruise Show will take place on the 17th – 18th February 2018 showcasing some of the best and most exciting expedition cruises on offer across the globe. WITH CRUISE LINES NOW SAILING TO SOME OF THE MOST REMOTE LOCATIONS ON EARTH, IT CAN BE OVERWHELMING DECIDING WHICH OPTION IS BEST FOR YOU. CRUISE EXPERTS, THE LONDON CRUISE SHOW AIM TO CONNECT ADVENTURE AND TRAVEL ENTHUSIASTS WITH THEIR PERFECT CRUISE. A HOST OF EXPERT CRUISE AND TRAVEL EXHIBITORS, INCLUDING SPONSOR HAPAG-LLOYD CRUISES, WILL BE ON HAND DURING THE SHOW TO ANSWER ALL OF YOUR EXPEDITION CRUISE QUESTIONS AND ASSIST WITH CHOOSING THE PERFECT DESTINATION/ CRUISE FOR YOU. TO WHET YOUR ADVENTUROUS APPETITE HERE ARE A SELECTION OF FANTASTIC EXPEDITION CRUISES.

EXPLORE THE ANTARCTIC WITH HAPAG-LLOYD CRUISES – on Hapag-Lloyd Cruises incredible Antarctic expeditions, guests are invited to marvel in the natural beauty of the sixth continent. Navigate through thick fields of ice in search of some of the region’s most sought-after birdlife as well as the majestic Adelie penguins, seals, and some fantastic whale species including the orca and blue whale. Take in ice-sculptures as you travel through the Arctic Circle, South Orkney Islands, the Drake Passage, Ushuaia and South Georgia, which is home to almost 200,000 animals inhabiting the steep slopes and coasts. On-board biologists and geologists will enrich your experience with surprising and fascinating details about the animals. As you cross the Antarctic Sound, you will follow in the footsteps of daring pioneers who were some of the first to explore this remote region. www.hl-cruises.com

DISCOVER THE WONDERS OF VIETNAM AND THAILAND WITH AZAMARA CLUB CRUISES – on this ten night South East Asian voyage, guests will begin in Singapore; a true foodie’s paradise. Guests will have the chance to explore the miles of street food markets and try the unofficial dish of the city, the chilli crab. Voyagers will leave metropolitan life behind as they head to Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam, where guests can admire the French colonial architecture and the Ben Thanh market before sailing the Mekong Delta and its maze of rivers, floating markets and villages surrounded by rice paddies. With so many fantastic shore excursions on offer, travellers will have the chance to enjoy the lesser-known areas of Thailand and Vietnam, some of which include the region’s unspoilt beaches and fantastic snorkelling areas in some of the bluest of oceans in South East Asia. https://www.azamara.co.uk

ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF ALASKA WITH OCEANIA CRUISES – as America’s largest state, Alaska is a land of staggering natural beauty, history and culture. On an Oceania Cruises Alaska cruise, travellers will have the chance to spot some stunning species of whales and take in wild bears ambling across pristine meadows. For those wishing the explore off-the-beaten-track Alaska, guests will explore the rare settlements and learn about the history of those who have staked a claim on the region such as the native culture of Ketchikan and the Russian charm of SitkaSee. Cruise goers will also have the chance to take a helicopter tour to the coastal waterways of Alaska learning about the history of the surrounding area. As guests navigate their way through the waterways and trails of the area, there will be the chance to spot porpoise, seals, sea lions, eagles, herons and even whales. www.oceaniacruises.com

SMALL SHIP BESPOKE CRUISES WITH NOBLE CALEDONIA CRUISES– with Noble Caledonia, guests will have the chance to explore some beautiful locations in Africa including Namibia, Botswana, Kenya and Zimbabwe on a range of small ship escorted tours. On a journey through Namibia, travellers will revel in the magic and mystery of Africa as they learn from an on-board expert about the country’s history and culture. Some highlights will include visiting colonial towns and the beautiful Diamond Coast and Sossusvlei, which lies in the heart of the Namib Desert and is home to the world’s largest sand dunes. Here, travellers will have the chance to watch the changing mood and colours at sunrise before heading to Etosha National Park to spend their final days on the trip spotting the prolific wildlife amongst its huge open spaces or at one of the many watering holes. www.noble-caledonia.co.uk

 BOOK A SOUTH AMERICAN ADVENTURE WITH REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISES – guests aboard this 31-night Rhythms of the Sun cruise will visit a host of South American destinations including Peru, Chile, Uruguay, Argentina and Brazil. This experiential cruise offers the opportunity to visit the former Inca Empire and the sacred site of Koricancha to learn about the history of the Inca’s and marvel in the region’s ancient architecture.

Head to Brazil to enjoy some of its exotic rainforests and take part in kayaking, snorkelling, diving and spotting the birds, flowers, iguanas, monkeys and myriad wildlife found in this protected reserve of the Atlantic forest. www.rssc.com

The Cruise Show London is pleased to welcome its sponsors Hapag-Lloyd, Viking Cruises, Cruise International, Cruises Critic, Holiday & Cruise TV, V&A, G’Vine and Ice Warrior, who will each be offering guests of the show access to informative talks and seminars, including expert tips, sharing destination knowledge, and a sought-after gin tasting masterclass from G’Vine.

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