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SWAN HELLENIC PRESS RELEASE 31st December 2021 New Year maiden cruise of Swan Hellenic’s SH Minerva launches new era Cultural expedition cruise pioneer’s purpose-designed new ship has left Ushuaia on a stunning 9-day New Year celebration Antarctic cruise. Nicosia, Cyprus: Today, Friday the 31st of December 2021 Swan Hellenic announced that its new ship SH Minerva had left Ushuaia yesterday evening on her maiden cultural expedition cruise of the Antarctic, a 9-day New Year celebration of discovery. Cruising in the exper...

Wonderful Things You Never Expected to See On a Scottish Islands Cruise Before you embark on a cruise of Scotland’s remote and wild islands, your preconceptions might extend to treeless rocky outcrops, abandoned castles and tussocks of resilient vegetation grazed by only the hardiest of sheep. In fact, these ancient lands are full of unexpected surprises. From seaweed eating sheep and turquoise waters to Neolithic homes and ominous sea stacks, a Scottish islands cruise is an experience in the mysterious, unanticipated, and often extraordinary. Sail with Swan Hellenic on an 11-day tour of...

SWAN HELLENIC PRESS RELEASE 08th December 2021 Renascent Swan Hellenic’s SH Minerva sets sail for Antarctica The cultural expedition cruise pioneer’s purpose-designed new ship is on her way to Ushuaia ready for a New Year maiden Antarctic cruise departing 29th December. Nicosia, Cyprus: Today, Wednesday the 8th of December 2021 Swan Hellenic announced that its new ship SH Minerva had left Helsinki for Argentina and her first cultural expedition cruise of the Antarctic, a 10-day New Year celebration of discovery departing Ushuaia on the 29th of December 2021. SH Mine...

Wild and wonderful food you’ll find on an Iceland cruise The idea of traditional Icelandic food might conjure up thoughts of dishes fit for only the most fearless of foodies. The likes of fermented shark and jellied sheep’s head are frequently mentioned. Whilst the stronger stomached can certainly feast on these local delicacies if they so desire, Iceland is also home to more palatable fare. Fresh, farm-to-table ingredients are the order of the day in the contemporary Icelandic culinary scene. With seafood plucked from the icy Atlantic, innovative dairy products and ingenious preservation ...

What comes to mind when you think of the ultimate holiday adventure? Where are the destinations of your dreams? When it comes to extra-special, once-in-a-lifetime trips that are really worth going that extra mile for, Antarctica, the Arctic and at the very extreme of that region, the North Pole, are home to some of the most beautiful and dramatic scenery on the planet. Cruise with Swan Hellenic on our refined and cosy ships and we will set you on course for memories that are bound to last a lifetime. Here is an overview of what to expect in each location. Antarctic Nobody forgets...

30th September 2021Swan Hellenic confirms Antarctica cultural expedition cruisesNicosia, Cyprus: Today, Thursday the 30th of September 2021,Cultural expedition cruise leader Swan Hellenic confirmed that its inaugural cruises exploring Antarctica will all be sailing as planned following the Argentinian Government’s recent announcement that the country will reopen from 20th October. As a result, Swan Hellenic will be able to operate from Ushuaia, the home port chosen for the maiden season Antarctic cruises of its purpose-designed new ice-class flagship SH Minerva.Recognising that guests may have...

What You Need to Know Before Your First Antarctica Cruise Exploring Antarctica is like travelling to another world. The most remote continent on earth, it’s a good idea to arrive properly equipped. Not only will you be days away from civilisation, but you will also want this extraordinary experience to be as uninterrupted and rewarding as possible. Although nothing can quite prepare you for the real thing, having a good grasp of what to expect should stand you in good stead for making the most of this lifetime adventure.  Wildlife During the summer months, November to February, ...

JOINT PRESS RELEASE 22nd September 2021VIKAND Selected by Swan Hellenic for Multiyear Fleet Medical Management22 September 2021, Nicosia, Cyprus:Vikand Medical Solutions, LLC—the global maritime medical operations and public health provider—has entered into a multiyear agreement with Swan Hellenic to manage all medical operations aboard its cultural expedition cruise ships. With its guests’ passion for exploring the world’s most remote areas, robust healthcare and medical services are paramount to Swan Hellenic and foundational for guest safety and peace of mind.Andrea Zito, CEO of Swan Hellen...