Polar Expeditions Edition

New regulations coming into effect in 2025 means that fewer ships will be able to access Polar/Arctic expedition sailings on ships carrying more than 200 passengers. Practically speaking, that means this coming Polar season in 2025 is the last time some cruise lines will be able to operate there until they can reallocate smaller ships to the region.

With that in the mind, and the fact that the Polar cruise operators are starting to offer Black Friday deals, I wanted to highlight my well-researched picks if you’re considering taking one of these. In other words, these are the ones on my radar where I think you’ll get the best. bang for your buck.

And of course if you’re interested in booking one of these or have additional questions, I’d love to help you plan your Polar expedition for 2025! Just reply to this email or get in touch at [email protected]

I realize that most of you reading this won’t have the time to take on more than a couple of weeks for one of these (and preferably less than that). So here’s what I’m thinking….

For a Polar ‘taster’ and if time away from home or work is an issue, my top picks are with HX Expeditions 

• Svalbard In The Spring or the Arctic Island Discovery.

If you have a little more time, then Circumventing Svalbard The Ultimate Expedition would be my pick.

If you’re looking to splash out check out Scenic Voyages

Polar Perfection - Glaciers & Wildlife of Svalbard

Or Quark Expeditions

Artic Saga - Exploring Spitsbergen via The Faroes

Or Atlas Ocean Voyages

Wilds Of The High Arctic

If your budget doesn’t allow for one of these high-end Expedition experiences, don’t fret! You know I’ve got you covered with a few budget picks 🙌

And the best part is, you can combine one of these with a bigger trip to Europe since these Polar cruises won’t break the bank.

NCL Star runs some Polar journey’s that start off in Iceland. I’d take one of these in a heartbeat!

Or the Original Round Voyage by Havilla which is the OG and the one I’m hoping to take 🤞

Do you have your sights set on a Polar expedition for 2025?

Let me know what you think in the comments below or get in touch directly at [email protected] for help planning one of these beauties!

Enjoy your Sunday everyone 😃

Stacey

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