Rainbow Tours

At Rainbow, we love the natural world as much as you do. As specialists in travel to Africa, Latin America and Madagascar, we know where to go to get you as close to nature as possible – as respectfully as possible. Dig deep into natural wonders, […]…
To The End of The Earth!
I have travelled a lot but one of my great desires has always been to visit Antarctica. The reasons that I have got to the age of 73 without doing so are mainly the cost and also the fact that I did not have any friends who wanted to do this. I could have gone […]…
A guide to Expedition Cruises for over 50s and over 60s

Have you ever been tempted to try an expedition cruise but weren’t entirely sure what the experience would entail? We hope this article will answer any questions about expedition cruises as they are a fantastic way to explore the world. …
AE Expeditions



More than 30 years in the making, AE Expeditions (part of Aurora Expeditions) has a track record for pioneering discovery and adventure – and respectful travel is at the heart of our ethos. Whether you are a new expeditioner or someone who has travelled with us […]…
PONANT


Ponant is the World Leader in Luxury Expedition and Yacht Cruising. Featuring unique itineraries and destinations, you will have the opportunity to experience all 7 continents in 5* Luxury. https://youtu.be/e4O_ZZJlAW0 With over 30 years of sailing and exploring the world, Ponant offers refinement, curiosity, authenticity… Our […]…
Antarctica Expedition


Jennie Carr sailed with Swan Hellenic to the White Continent and she shares a few snapshot moments from the remarkable expedition on SH Minerva….
Seals teeth and burnt botties: Antarctic and Chilean Fjords with Hurtigruten


Crunching over the smaller chunks of ice, like white rubble, the larger and flatter pieces were ideal for seals to have a floating snooze on….
Norwegian Cruise Line


Imagine cruising just the way you want it: with no timetable to follow but your own. That is what Norwegian’s Freestyle Cruising provides for all our ships and itineraries. Indulge your taste buds at one of our wide-ranging dining options, or perhaps you would prefer a […]…
SH Minerva – sophisticated, understated expedition elegance with a crew to truly salute


Mark the crossing from life as we know it to a very different world where perspectives shift, and nature is most thoroughly in charge….
Anticipating Antarctica with Swan Hellenic


Jennie Carr makes a chance remark about her wish list, then finds herself booking a trip to Antarctica. What excitement, and there’s much to think about….
Seabourn


The Seabourn experience is unlike any other form of travel. Luxurious, yet relaxed … elegant, yet casual … sumptuous, yet understated. A concept designed around an all-inclusive intimate boutique hotel, which happens to be at sea. https://youtu.be/zS_paDTZU8A Seabourn’s five intimate ships carry guests to the heart […]…
Swan Hellenic


Relaunched in September 2020 to proudly continue the spirit of cultural expedition cruising pioneered in the 1950s, the new Swan Hellenic builds on its British roots, with a global cultural cruising outlook aimed at providing guests with the opportunity to ‘see what others don’t’. https://youtu.be/hiVemCjME1s Aboard […]…