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World-Renowned Archaeologist and Geologist Joins PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys in Western Europe

Celebrated archaeologist and geologist Dr. Peter Bobrowsky brings his brilliance and expertise on PONANT & Smithsonian Journeys voyage.

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

Seven Nations. Ten Days. Countless Baltic Discoveries.

Pack countless Baltic Sea discoveries into just under two weeks, all while you indulge in one of our elegant small ships.

Zeroing in on 3 Spectacular UNESCO Treasures on the Indian Subcontinent

In this blog post, PONANT will be zeroing in on 3 Spectacular UNESCO Treasures on the Indian Subcontinent in India and Sri Lanka.

Who Owns Antarctica?

We thought we’d answer the question that might cross your mind as you explore this vast frontier: Who owns Antarctica?

Living the Legacy of France’s Great Explorers

Live the Legacy of France’s Great Explorers.

Experience True Cultural Immersion with PONANT

Experience True Cultural Immersion with PONANT.

Mykonos: 9 Surprises About a Cycladic Jewel

9 Surprises About a Cycladic Jewel, Mykonos. A PONANT small ship luxury cruise will take you there in ultimate style.

Legends and Landscapes in Iceland, Land of Fire and Ice

Join PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys on a luxury, small ship expedition to the Land of Fire and Ice for a scientific inquiry.

Ernest Shackleton

The “boss” of polar expeditions in Antarctica

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.

PONANT Reveals the Magic of Scandinavia’s Christmas Markets in 2024

PONANT Reveals the Magic of Scandinavia’s Christmas Markets in 2024.

Baffin Bay: An Exclusive Cruise with The Explorers Club

Remote, untouched, and seen by few travelers, Baffin Bay on Greenland’s western coast piques the curiosity of the most experienced explorers.

Majesty Standing Tall: Totem Poles of Alaska

As you’ll discover during a PONANT luxury Alaska expedition, totem poles of Alaska holds many meanings to the First Nations people.

Expedition Leader Ryo Ijichi Goes Home Again, and Brings PONANT Guests Along

Expedition Leader Ryo Ijichi is thrilled to take PONANT guests deep into the remote reaches of his breathtaking homeland of Japan.

Announcing Our 2025 PONANT Cruises with Smithsonian Journeys

Since 2022, our alliance with Smithsonian Journeys has added depth and insight to PONANT itineraries.

Explorers of the East Coast of Greenland

200 years of adventures on the edge of Greenland

Paul-Émile Victor: portrait of a passionately dedicated polar explorer

A legacy of peoples and poles

Zooming in on 3 Spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Southeast Asia

PONANT zooms in on 3 Spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Southeast Asia: Malacca, Borobudur, and the Singapore Botanic Gardens.

Flights of Aegean Fancy: The Windmills and Pelicans of Mykonos

PONANT takes you to Mykonos, and reveals the story of these beloved treasures, during our spectacular journeys to the Greek Islands.

Storytelling and Drumming Echo in Scoresby Sound

The vast snowy expanses and icy fjords of Eastern Greenland and Scoresby Sound have long been home to the Inuit.

PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys Unveil the Hanseatic Treasure of Visby

PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys Unveil the Hanseatic Treasure of Visby. We’ll set our sights on Visby on the western shores of Gotland.

Svalbard: Wilderness Capital of the Arctic Ocean

Wilderness Capital of the Arctic Ocean. Europe’s gateway to the North Pole, the Svalbard Archipelago, is a land of unspeakable beauty

When in Japan, Dine Like the Japanese: 6 Japanese Dining Etiquette Tips

When in Japan, dine Like the Japanese. Here are PONANT’S Top 6 Japanese dining etiquette tips to help you make the most of your trip.

The Legacy of Vikings in the Orkney and Shetland Islands

Explore the Legacy of Vikings in the Orkney and Shetland Islands onboard our luxury expedition cruise through Scotland.

Dubrovnik: The Ragusa Republic, Rival to Venice

The Venetian Republic had a formidable rival: Today’s UNESCO World Heritage Site of Dubrovnik. PONANT is proud to show you its riches.

Join PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys and Experience Māori Culture

Kaikoura. Akaroa. Te Wharawhara. These coastal regions of the South Island of New Zealand were settled by the Māori people 1000+ years ago.

Set sail for the Brijuni Islands

Breathe in paradise

The wild adventure of the Suez Canal

Interview with Christian Makarian, deputy editor of L’Express

The Okinawa and Ryukyu Islands: Japanese to the core

Embark on a spiritual journey to subtropical Japan

The rock art of the First Nations Peoples

An archaeological treasure to discover in Australia

Rise, power and decline of Hansa

Three centuries of commercial supremacy

The blended cultural heritage of Central America

Focus on the Alhambra

10 fascinating facts about the jewel of Granada

Building the Panama Canal

Connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans: a historic challenge

Asia: 10 of the most beautiful temples, shrines and pagodas

Spiritual and sacred journeys, from Japan to Sri Lanka

The Red Sea: a colourful history

Prepare to be amazed

Head to Guimarães, the cradle of Portugal

Portugal’s historical heart

A day (or two) in Livingston

A break in Guatemala’s most Caribbean city

Top 6 most beautiful haciendas in Yucatán

Journey into the world of “green gold”.

In the footsteps of trappers and gold prospectors in Alaska

An adventure to the furthest reaches of the globe!

Navigation vocabulary: definition of navy terms

Sailors, young or old, still have lots to learn from the rich world of the sea and oceans.

Chan Chan, Peru’s eternal city

Travel back to pre-Columbian times.

Take a stroll through Antigua

Discovering the baroque treasure of Central America.

A closer look at 3 sea explorers

Take a closer look at three great explorers whose names were chosen for three of the new PONANT expedition ships.

Norway: in the footsteps of the Vikings

A journey through history and mythology.

Mexico: embark on a journey of discovery to Mayan sites in the Yucatan

Next stop the Yucatan, Mexico, and its Mayan remains, in 5 can’t-miss stops.

Conquering the shores of Japan

Focus on an ancient culture looking to the future.

The wind in your sails!

ust like the tides, the wind is the captain’s senior officer. Depending on its strength and speed, it can cause the ship to change direction. Here are 4 things to know to have the wind in your sails!

Olivier Levasseur: on the trail of the lost treasure of the pirate La Buse

“Olivier Levasseur, historical figure or folk legend? Both, my captain! Since his death in 1730 in Réunion, this famous French pirate, better known as La Buse, has lost none of his mystery and intrigue. And neither has his elusive lost loot, the stuff fantasies are made of and the focus of an astounding treasure hunt which began almost 300 years ago…”