Ponant announces new French Polynesia itineraries for 2026-27
Ponant is deepening its presence in French Polynesia with the introduction of brand-new winter itineraries aboard Le Jacques Cartier beginning with the 2026-27 season. These new itineraries complement the Group’s long-established leadership...
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Ponant reveals exciting Baja California trips for winter 2027
Ponant Explorations has announced a new itinerary in Baja California, Mexico for winter 2027, featuring a unique 10-night journey—Exploration in the Heart of Baja California. From January through March, the 184-guest Le Bellot will offer four...
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Ponant debuts new yacht sailing the French Riviera
In May 2026, Ponant Explorations will debut a brand-new eight-day itinerary along the Côte d’Azur aboard its iconic three-masted sailing yacht, Le Ponant. Beginning and ending in Nice, the elegant vessel — the world’s first Relais &...
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Ice breaker ship Le Commandant Charcot returns to the Arctic
As the only high polar exploration vessel capable of navigating through the ice in the depth of the boreal winter, Le Commandant Charcot unlocks a rare opportunity to explore territories otherwise unreachable during this season. From the...
Ponant announces 36 co-branded Smithsonian sailings for 2026
Ponant has announced 36 co-branded sailings for 2026 in alliance with Smithsonian Journeys, the travel program of the Smithsonian Institution. Marking the most departures ever offered in a single year, this expanded lineup represents a fifth year...
Ponant adds four new expert-led voyages for 2025
Ponant has released a new series of expert-led themed itineraries for 2025 that welcome notable experts and special guests and include tailored programming and shore excursions. Each themed itinerary is designed to inspire guests by blending...
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Ponant announces 2024-2025 expeditions to Arctic and beyond
PONANT is gearing up for new winter 2024-2025 itineraries to Central America, Greenland, Scandinavia, and beyond. A new expedition to the Ross Sea, which extends from the Antarctic coastline out into the Southern Ocean, invites travellers to...
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Ponant opens sales for summer 2026
Ponant has opened its sales for the summer 2026 season, with an exciting lineup of destinations including Greece, Croatia, Scandinavia, the British Isles, Japan, the Canary Islands, the Kimberley, and beyond. In total, the company is offering...
Ponant returns to New York with Le Lyrial’s inaugural call
Ponant celebrated the inaugural call of Le Lyrial at the port of New York on Oct. 1 with a plaque exchange, a time-honoured maritime tradition in the cruise industry marking this important milestone. “We are thrilled for Ponant’s return to...
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Ponant’s new six-stateroom catamaran sets sail this summer
Ponant has welcomed the 24-meter Spirit of Ponant, a six-stateroom catamaran that will set sail in Corsica in July 2024 before heading to the Seychelles for winter 2024. The intimate vessel will be available as a private charter for week-long...
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