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Living the Legacy of France’s Great Explorers

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Here you will find the answers to so many questions thanks to our practical information & travel advice.

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Join PONANT and The Explorers Club as We Celebrate Antarctic Ambassadorship Day: April 24, 2024

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Some portraits & interviews that will make you want to set off to the other side of the world.

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Nov 19

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In the midst of the Lofoten Islands, a hike takes you to the pinnacle of pleasure: breathtaking panoramas of the chiselled coastline. Between azure waves and rugged mountains, experience nature in all its intensity.

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Au coeur des îles Lofoten, une randonnée vous mène jusqu'au sommet de l’extase : des panoramas à couper le souffle sur la côte ciselée. Entre flots azur et montagnes abruptes, ressentez la nature dans toute son intensité.

📸 © Studio PONANT - Jules Roques

#PONANT #Exploration #Norvège #Norway

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In the Deluxe Suite aboard Le Commandant Charcot, elegance merges with adventure. Vast panoramic windows offer a breathtaking and ever changing view of the outside world. Enjoy an intimate setting, where every detail has been thought out to offer you comfort and serenity, in the heart of the polar landscapes.

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Dans la Suite Deluxe du Commandant Charcot, l’élégance se mêle à l’aventure. De vastes baies vitrées dévoilent un spectacle changeant, offrant une vue privilégiée sur l’extérieur. Un cadre intime où chaque détail est pensé pour vous offrir confort et sérénité, au cœur des paysages polaires.

📸 © Studio PONANT - Morgane Monneret

@LeCommandantCharcot

#PONANT #LeCommandantCharcot #Suite #Navire #Ship

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Nov 8

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Welcome to Tasiilaq, a village at the heart of East Greenland. Here, the colourful houses contrast with the snow capped expanse that stretches as far as the eye can see. The locals live in harmony with their environment, and are ready to share their traditions with you. A timeless stopover, where every moment is spent at nature's pace.

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Au cœur de Tasiilaq, village de l’Est du Groenland, les maisons colorées contrastent avec l’immensité glacée qui s’étend à perte de vue. Ici, les habitants vivent en harmonie avec leur environnement, partageant avec vous leurs traditions. Une escale hors du temps, où chaque instant se vit au rythme de la nature.

📸 © PONANT - Natascha Klein

#PONANT #Exploration #Groenland #Greenland #Tasiilaq

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Nov 5

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Set sail for the Mediterranean aboard one of our ships, sanctuaries of well-being and refinement. Every moment on board brings you closer to the wonders of the world. Explore territories rich in history and enjoy experiences that will stimulate your senses. The horizon marks the start of a thrilling PONANT adventure.

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Cap sur la Méditerranée, à bord de nos navires, écrins de bien-être et de raffinement. Chaque instant vous rapproche des merveilles du monde. Explorez des territoires riches en histoire et vivez des expériences qui stimuleront vos sens. L’horizon marque le départ d’une aventure palpitante, signée PONANT.

📸© PONANT - Bernard Bertrand
🎥© PONANT - Julien Fabro

#PONANT #Exploration #Navire #Ship #Méditerranée #Mediterranean

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Nov 2

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The silence of the Norwegian fjords envelops your ship.
Between snow-capped mountains and majestic waterfalls, Geiranger fjord is revealed in all its splendour. A moment suspended between the frosty sea and sky.

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Le silence des fjords de Norvège résonne tout autour de votre navire.
Entre montagnes aux cimes enneigées et cascades majestueuses, le fjord Geiranger se dévoile dans toute sa splendeur. Une parenthèse suspendue entre ciel et mer.

📸 © Studio PONANT - Soa Lesport

#PONANT #Navire #Ship #Fjords #Norvège #Norway

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Oct 31

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Granada is home to some of Spain's finest treasures, such as the Alhambra and the Nasrid Palace, a testimony to the city's fascinating history. Across the Mediterranean in Portofino, Italy, vibrant houses overlook crystal-clear turquoise waters—a perfect stopover for pure relaxation.

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Grenade abrite certains des plus beaux trésors d’Espagne, comme son Alhambra et le Palais Nasrides, témoins de l’histoire fascinante de la ville. De l'autre côté du bassin méditerranéen, à Portofino en Italie, les maisons colorées surplombent l’eau turquoise. Une escale synonyme de farniente.

📸 © Studio PONANT - Aurélien Corlay

#PONANT #Exploration #Croisière #Cruise #Espagne #Spain #Italie #Italy

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Oct 28

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“This week has been exhausting! Now it’s time for a well-deserved nap...”

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« Cette semaine était épuisante ! Maintenant, place à une sieste méritée… »

📸 © Studio PONANT - Ophélie Bleunven

#PONANT #Exploration #Antarctique #Antarctica #Faune #Fauna

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Oct 25

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What if, like our guest @borechristophe, you were able to experience the vast fjords of Skjoldungen?
Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of this remote island, where each landscape reveals its own unique story.

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Et si, comme notre passager @borechristophe, vous partiez à la découverte des vastes fjords de Skjoldungen ?
Sur place, imprégnez-vous de la beauté sauvage de cette île déserte, où chaque paysage raconte une histoire.

📸 @borechristophe

#PONANT #Exploration #Fjord #Norvège #Norway

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Oct 22

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Walk the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean, where golden beaches meet ancient cities. Every port of call is an invitation to uncover timeless treasures in stunning surroundings.

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Foulez les terres minérales de Méditerranée, entre plages ensoleillées et cités antiques. Chaque escale est une invitation à explorer des trésors ancestraux dans un cadre idyllique.

📸© PONANT - Julien Fabro
🎥© PONANT - Julien Fabro

#PONANT #Méditerranée #Mediterranean #Exploration

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The Spirit of Ponant invites you to experience a tailor-made exploration,
right at the water’s edge. Aboard this intimate catamaran, enjoy exclusive nautical activities with family, friends or fellow travellers!
Paddleboard through secret coves, snorkel in vibrant coral reefs and experience the thrill of wing-foiling.

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Le Spirit of Ponant vous invite à vivre une exploration sur mesure, au plus près de l’eau. À bord de ce catamaran intimiste, profitez en famille, entre amis ou avec d’autres voyageurs, d’activités nautiques exclusives !
Au programme, paddle dans des criques secrètes, snorkeling dans les récifs coralliens ou encore sensations fortes en wing foil.

📸🎥 © PONANT - Julien Champolion / Polaryse

#PONANT #ExploreToInspire #Exploration #SpiritofPonant #catamaran

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