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10 of 2017's Best Adventurous Cruise Destinations

May 8, 2017 | Contributor: Andrew Castles

Over the past few years, expedition-style cruises have taken off, with travelers making it to some of the most remote places in the world, while still being able to retreat the comfort of a suite.

Jet from One End of the Earth to the Other

Feb 8, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

With a price tag just shy of $100,000, VeryFirstTo and Private Jet Tours have partnered on the ultimate snow bunny vacation: an Arctic to Antarctic private jet trip. The 11-day, “Tip to Toe” experience starts off in England and makes stops in Ivalo, Cape Town and Antarctica. For the first three days, travelers will spend time skiing, riding reindeer and huskies, ice fishing and viewing the northern lights while staying at the Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort.

Scenic Announces Its First Ocean-Cruising Luxury Yacht With Private Helicopter On-Board

Jan 18, 2016 | Contributor: Susan Kime

This weekend, Scenic River Cruises announced the launch of the Scenic Eclipse, the brand’s first ocean-cruising vessel. The new ship defines a new direction for the luxury travel operator, currently celebrating its 30th anniversary. Setting off from Istanbul to Venice, the Scenic Eclipse will embark on her maiden voyage on August 31, 2018.

Seabourn Adds Zodiac Shore & Kayak Excursions to Trip Offerings

May 22, 2015 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team

This summer, Seabourn will be adding new Zodiac and kayak shore excursions to their list of offerings. Called Ventures by Seabourn, the trips will journey on three Northern Europe voyages and will include optional shore adventures. Taking place aboard Seabourn Quest, the tours will also be enhanced by expert guides, scientists, scholars and naturalists providing in-depth insights into each destination’s ecology, wildlife, history and culture.

100-Year-Old Expression: Shackleton Whisky Might Just Be One of the Most Celebrated Replica Spirits

Mar 24, 2015 | Contributor: Stefanie Payne

The 1914-1916 Endurance voyage made Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton one of the most famous and beloved explorers in history. But it was the Nimrod Expedition a few years earlier that would inspire Shackleton Whisky, one of the most sought after replica whiskies ever created. Collectors, spirit aficionados, history buffs and modern-day explorers are all keen to take a sip of this storied Scotch.

Seabourn Partners With Swarovski Optik For High-Precision, Long-Range Binoculars on Antarctic Cruises

Jan 28, 2015 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team

On January 21, Seabourn cruise line announced its new partnership with Swarovski Optik, makers of high-quality optical instruments. Swarovski Optik will outfit Seabourn Quest's expedition team and bridge staff with high-precision, long-range binoculars. As a guest onboard, the same binoculars will be available for purchase and use during their Antarctic cruise.

Silversea Luxury Cruises Announces 2016 Voyages in 385 Destinations

Sep 23, 2014 | Contributor: Donald Herrera-Fairbairn

In 2016, Silversea Cruises' voyages are slated to take place in 385 locations and will span across 177 voyages, and 19 of their port calls will be completely new to the cruiseline. These new additions to the luxury ocean-faring brand include stops in Asia, Europe and North America including Shimizu, Japan; Ullapool, Scotland; Kalmar, Sweden; and Summerside, Canada.

This $24K Antarctica Cruise Throws in a Complimentary Parka for Good Measure

Aug 22, 2014 | Contributor: Donald Herrera-Fairbairn

One hundred years ago, Ernest Shackleton and his crew of 27 attempted to cross Antarctica on foot from Weddell Sea to Ross Sea by way of crossing the South Pole. Though the now-famous expedition faced perilous odds and disastrous setbacks, Shackleton and his entire crew were saved in 1916. In commemoration of his tremendous leadership and the unrelenting determination of his crew, a Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent adventure is being offered through National Geographic and Lindblad Expeditions.

On Hurtigrurten in February: A Norwegian Voyage Into The Mystic

Jun 10, 2014 | Contributor: Susan Kime

"Hark, now hear the sailors cry/Smell the sea and feel the sky/Let your soul and spirit fly into the mystic,” Van Morrison wrote these lyrics back in the 1970s, and those same words, “into the mystic,” followed me like a determined seagull on the Hurtigruten Midnatsol voyage I took this past February.

Editor's Choice: JustLuxe Lists Their Dream Destinations for 2014

Jan 21, 2014 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

It’s a rare day for me when I’m not dreaming about travel. Sometimes it’s jet-setting to a small exotic island in Fiji, other times it’s the city streets of Tokyo or to South American countries where dancing reigns supreme; whatever the daily choice, my passport is always close at hand. With the new year looming over our heads, many of us are making resolutions and lists of things we’d like to accomplish this year.

Marathon Tours & Travel Offers Runners the Opportunity to Run 7 Races on 7 Continents

Dec 20, 2013 | Contributor: James Rothaar

Marathon Tours and Travel is the official travel agency for the event that most athletes in the runner’s world view as the crème de la crème of the sport: the Boston Marathon. The firm is also the creator and organizer of the Antarctica Marathon and Half Marathon, which combines distance running with deluxe travel packages to create fantastic vacations for marathon runners, including an opportunity to run races on all seven continents.

21-Day Ultimate Antarctica and Patagonia Cruise Features Chilean Cuisine and Awesome Natural Wonders

Dec 11, 2013 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Seabourn Cruises’ 21-day Ultimate Antarctica and Patagonia features an itinerary that is filled with a wide range of experiences all packed into one trip; and it may even be the answer to your holiday gifting problems. Spend time with penguins, sneak away to “The Switzerland of South America” and view Chilean fjords, all the while cruising along the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans — that sounds like a great gift to me.