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Zoom on the Weddell Sea

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Le Scoresby Sund

Discover the biggest fjord in the world

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Malta, Sicily and Sardinia

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Escales shares insider favourites. Inspiration, no matter what you desire, no matter where you want to travel.

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A polar sky illuminated by a magical spectacle

PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys Show You the Best of New Zealand

We’re collaborating with Smithsonian Journeys to bring you on an illuminating voyage to New Zealand’s North & South Islands by Sea

A gourmet journey

A gastronomic getaway with La Mamounia and Pierre Hermé Paris

Honduras! Authentic Communities & Unspoiled Beauty

Embark on PONANT’s inaugural Belize & Honduras voyage

A Journey Through Iberia’s Architectural Splendors

Join PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys during our Cruising Southern Spain & Portugal voyage

The Secrets of Prince William Sound

Learn about the secrets of Prince William Sound, & how it embodies the untamed wilderness and maritime heritage of Alaska.

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PONANT PODCAST

An unexpected tête-à-tête on the White Continent

Drawn to the Antarctic and enamoured with polar wildlife, Emmanuel and his wife set sail with PONANT. Already blown away by the experience, they are about to enjoy a rare and priceless encounter with a blue whale…

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Curiosities

Spotlight on the polar auroras

From myth to reality

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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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The best destinations to see the northern lights

Encounter

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

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Oct 11

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Aboard our ships, every meal embodies French excellence. Our talented chefs invite you to savour refined creations, crafted with the care and passion unique to PONANT.

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À bord de nos navires, entrez dans une atmosphère unique où chaque repas incarne l'excellence à la française. Nos chefs talentueux vous invitent à savourer des créations raffinées, élaborées avec soin et passion, propre à PONANT.

📸 © PONANT - Julien Fabro

#PONANT #Navires #Ships #Cuisine #Cooking

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Oct 4

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Explore the wonders of Antarctica, where nature unveils its most captivating creatures. Adélie penguins and crabeater seals are able to thrive in these untouched waters and frozen landscapes.

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Explorez les merveilles de l'Antarctique, où la nature dévoile ses habitants les plus fascinants. Ici, manchots Adélie et phoques crabiers peuplent les eaux et les terres immaculées.

📸 © PONANT Photo Ambassador - Sue Flood

#PONANT #Faune #Fauna #Antarctique #Antarctica #Manchot #Penguin #Phoque #Seal

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Oct 2

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As your zodiac glides over the icy waters of Greenland, you truly understand the immensity of the glaciers that surround you. Time seems to stand still, and you feel at one with the landscapes of the Northern Hemisphere.

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Alors que votre zodiac navigue sur les eaux glacées du Groenland, vous contemplez l’immensité des glaciers qui vous entourent. Le temps s’arrête et vous vous sentez en harmonie avec les paysages de l’hémisphère Nord.

📸© PONANT - Julien Fabro
🎥© PONANT - Antoine Le Guen

#PONANT #Groenland #Greenland #Navire #Ship #Exploration

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Sep 27

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Weave through the Greek archipelago, combining azure seas, ancient relics and living traditions. Here, each port of call reveals a new chapter in Hellenic history and culture.

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Sillonnez l'archipel grec, mêlant mer azur, vestiges antiques et traditions vivantes. Ici, chaque escale vous dévoile un nouveau chapitre de l'histoire et de la culture hellénique.

📸 © PONANT - Julien Fabro

#PONANT #Grèce #Greece #Exploration

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Sep 20

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In northern Norway, as winter draws to a close, it gives way to increasing light and longer days. Explore snow-covered fjords, meet Sami communities and marvel at the northern lights. Embark on a journey where nature sets the pace.

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Au nord de la Norvège, lorsque l’hiver s’achève, il laisse place à la lumière croissante et à des jours plus longs. Explorez des fjords encore enneigés, rencontrez les communautés samies, et laissez-vous émerveiller par les aurores boréales. Embarquez pour un voyage où la nature dicte le rythme.

📸© PONANT - Antoine Le Guen
🎥© PONANT - Violette Vauchelle

#PONANT #Norvège #Norway #Exploration

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Sep 18

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Take a dip in the outdoor pool on our Sisterships series vessels. Each dip offers the chance to relax in harmony with the surrounding landscape.

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Plongez dans la piscine extérieure de nos navires de la série des Sisterships. Chaque baignade se transforme en un véritable moment de détente, en harmonie avec les paysages environnants.

📸 © PONANT - Annabelle Boniface

#PONANT #LAustral #Navire #Ship #Piscine #Pool

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Sep 16

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Our guest, Claude Olivier Marti, had the incredible opportunity to meet a majestic whale in Kake, Alaska. A magical moment in the heart of nature.

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Notre passager, Claude Olivier Marti, a eu l'incroyable chance de rencontrer une majestueuse baleine à Kake, en Alaska. Un instant magique en pleine nature.

📸 Claude Olivier Marti

#PONANT #UGC #Exploration #Baleine #Whale #USA #Alaska

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Sep 11

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After an afternoon snorkeling the coral reefs, you return to your zodiac at sunset. The crystal-clear waters of Central America slowly darken, offering you one last glimpse of the underwater wonders.

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Après une après-midi à explorer les récifs coralliens en snorkeling, vous regagnez votre zodiac au coucher du soleil. Les eaux cristallines d’Amérique Centrale s’assombrissent doucement, vous offrant une dernière vue sur les merveilles sous-marines.

📸 © PONANT - Julien Fabro

#PONANT #Exploration #Snorkelling #Coraux #Corals #Plongée

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Sep 9

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Welcome aboard L’Austral, a ship with a modern design and a streamlined silhouette. Be delighted by our meticulous interior design, top-of-the-range gastronomy in an intimate setting, and hospitality. Every moment on board becomes a unforgettable experience.

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Bienvenue à bord de L’Austral, un navire au design moderne et à la silhouette épurée. Vous apprécierez sa décoration intérieure soignée, une gastronomie haut de gamme dans un cadre intime et un accueil chaleureux. Chaque moment devient une expérience mémorable.

📸🎥 © PONANT - Julien Fabro

#PONANT #LAustral #Navire #Ship #Navigation

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Sep 6

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Explore the Strokkur geyser in Iceland. Admire the steaming blue water spouting up to 30 meters high, in the heart of the island’s unique volcanic terrain.

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Découvrez le geyser Strokkur en Islande. Admirez l’eau bleue chaude jaillissant jusqu’à 30 mètres de hauteur, au coeur des terres volcaniques uniques de l’île.

📸 © Studio PONANT - Etienne Gontier

#PONANT #Islande #Iceland #Exploration

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