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Antarctica: Unraveling the Mystery of Terra Australis
You won’t believe that this spellbinding land lived only in the imagination.
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.
Life in Spitsbergen, an island on the edge of the North Pole
Explore Svalbard’s largest island
The best destinations to see the northern lights
A magical experience in the Far North
2024 and 2025: exceptional years for the northern lights
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
Honduras! Authentic Communities & Unspoiled Beauty
Embark on PONANT’s inaugural Belize & Honduras 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.
Join Le Commandant Charcot in the Far North all Winter, a First
Join Le Commandant Charcot in the Far North all Winter, a First.
PONANT Exclusive: Le Commandant Charcot Pioneers Winter Cruising on the St. Lawrence River
PONANT Exclusive: Le Commandant Charcot Pioneers Winter Cruising on the St. Lawrence River.
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.
In Search of Breathtaking Alaskan Wildlife with The Explorers Club
When on a PONANT adventure, you’ll join us in search of Breathtaking Alaskan Wildlife with The Explorers Club.
A Typical Day on Le Commandant Charcot Is Anything but Typical
PONANT’s luxury icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot takes you places other ships cannot reach.
Greenland: east coast or west coast?
Two very different destinations on a single island!
An enchanted interlude in the Bay of Kotor
On his first ever cruise, Fabrice found himself falling under the spell of the Bay of Kotor. This stopover held many surprises for him, both ashore and on board.
The mysteries of Antarctica
A journey to the origins of the Earth
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.
The Many Faces of the Antarctic Peninsula
Read on for a preview of this once-in-a-lifetime journey to the Antarctic Peninsula on board our luxury ship, L’Austral.
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
Spitsbergen: A Deep Immersion into a Serene World
Stepping onto the island of Spitsbergen, you really do feel as if you’ve arrived at one of the most remote places on earth.
The volcanoes of the Canary Islands
Everything you need to know before you go…
Set sail for the Brijuni Islands
Breathe in paradise
Madagascar: the roads less travelled
Exploring the island-continent’s hidden regions
The Southern side of New Zealand
The riches of South Island
Five things you were unaware of about the Land of the Rising Sun
Discovering little-known sides of Japan
The British Isles: land of legends
Travel to the boundaries of reality
The British Virgin Islands
A heavenly chain of islands in the Caribbean
Head for the American Great Lakes
A multi-faceted sensory journey
Top 10 most inspiring travel experiences for 2023
Don’t overthink it – just go for it!
Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park
A land rich in spirituality and legendary volcanoes
Complete immersion in Greenland
PONANT designs a polar trek through the immense icy expanses of the Far North
Top 5 things to do in the Coral Sea
The Coral Sea, from Australia to Vanuatu
The Chiloé Archipelago
Wild and mysterious islands in southern Chile
The Red Sea: a colourful history
Prepare to be amazed
Over hills and down vales in the national parks of New Hampshire and Maine
Surrounded by wild beauty in the cradle of the United States
Anaga: in Tenerife’s primary forest
A wonderland in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean
Set sail for Menorca: a sustainable island
Head to this natural paradise in the Balearic Islands
Zoom on the Weddell Sea
A sea of ice, at the very edge of the South Pole
Head to the Ross Sea
Follow in the footsteps of legendary polar explorers
New Caledonia: Great South Lagoon
An unspoilt jewel in the heart of the Pacific
The Persian Gulf: 1,001 landscapes
Never-ending skyscrapers, luxury shopping centres and skiing resorts in the middle of the desert… The taste for excess in the biggest cities of the Persian Gulf needs no introduction. But few travellers know that they can visit this region differently, where magical moments off the beaten track in the heart of still-untouched natural settings, far from the thronging crowds, await. From Abu Dhabi to the Sultanate of Oman, explore these richly contrasting lands.
Coastal Italy
Six wonders to explore in the Riviera and Tuscany.
Focus on… the Strait of Bonifacio
Exploring its hidden treasures, from Corsica to Sardinia
A mini rundown of some major natural phenomena
Events everyone should see at least once in their lifetime!
Fjords: should you head north or south?
Norway, New Zealand, Chile… Which destination should you choose?
Six truly colourful destinations
Shaped over centuries by geological and climate evolutions, these landscapes remain engraved in the memories of lucky visitors forever. From Réunion to South Africa via Italy, here are six destinations worth discovering for their unique and varied colours.
The top 5 most beautiful primary forests in the world
Virgin forests contribute to environmental balance and are the true guardians of biodiversity. These woodlands, which have never been exploited or influenced by humans, are found in both tropical and temperate zones, and constitute landscapes of unspoilt beauty. Here is an overview of five of these outstanding protected areas.
The idyllic islands of the North Atlantic
Take a walk on the tropical side of the United Kingdom.
The Pacific islands do not have a monopoly on white sand beaches, palm trees and turquoise water. The landscapes in the North Atlantic are equally beautiful, inviting you to daydream and enjoy.
Our Top 10 of the most beautiful volcanoes in the world
Journey to volcanic lands…
Five sites to visit in the Azores
The secret splendours of the Atlantic Ocean.
Set sail for the Cape Verde archipelago
The little country with so much to offer.
Wallis and Futuna: lose yourself in the South Pacific
In distant Oceania, where seafarers can go days without sighting land, there is a kingdom consisting of three islands. These three tiny dots are French territories and, located 16,000km from Paris, they are the furthest reaches of the French Republic – welcome to Wallis and Futuna!
Zanzibar, a tiny African pearl off the coast of Tanzania
Like Ushuaia, Dakar or even Petropavlovsk, Zanzibar is one of those destinations that you can’t necessarily point to on a world map, but whose name is enough to spark the wildest of dreams. But what if you’re no longer content to just dream? Head for this gem of the Indian Ocean, located off the east African coast just a stone’s throw from the coast of Tanzania!
The world’s top 5 most beautiful waterfalls
Here are five treasures scattered across the globe.
Tides from A to Z
A better understanding of the major marine movements
Cape Horn: the edge of the world
Extreme adventure beyond the Roaring Forties.
Discover the French Scattered Islands
A journey through nature untamed.
Top 5 most beautiful islands in the world!
Five heavenly, spellbinding and fascinating islands – something to give you some ideas for trips to take on your next holiday.
Solo travel: treat yourself to a cruise
Treating yourself to a cruise is no longer reserved for couples or families. The sense of freedom, the comforting and friendly setting for memorable encounters, including with yourself…
Canada : exploring the spectacular Great Lakes
From the mouth of the Saint Lawrence River to its source in the remotest Great Lakes, life is lived gently and tranquilly during the Indian summer in Canada.
5 natural swimming pools for an unforgettable swim
From Mexico to Scotland, via Italy, Iceland and New Caledonia, discover five places where diving into the water becomes a magical experience!
Fernando de Noronha, the Brazilian pearl of the Atlantic Ocean
3 secrets of an exclusive destination.
What should you see in South Africa? 5 must-see locations
Full steam ahead for a multi-faceted land.
Perito Moreno: full steam ahead for the unmissable glacier in Argentinian Patagonia.
Towards the frozen extremity of the American continent
Take a closer look at… the Kimberley, the untamed Australian treasure
Discovering a region as fascinating as it is unknown
Between Brazil and Argentina : a closer look at Iguazu falls
Aquatic splendours in the heart of Latin America
The mysterious Giant’s Causeway
Take a closer look at one of nature’s geometric wonders
Fun facts about the Belize Barrier Reef
An outstanding marine ecosystem
The Blue Lagoon
A turquoise oasis surrounded by volcanoes
The Nazca Lines
The mysterious Peruvian geoglyphs
Roaring 40s, Furious 50s, Screaming 60s
The zephyr, mistral, sirocco, autan… All conjuring to mind the image of bodies braced against the gale and hands straining to keep hats on heads. Other winds sweep over the Southern Ocean, known as the Roaring 40s, Furious 50s and Screaming 60s. To find out more, let us set sail for a voyage deep into the Southern Hemisphere
Sundogs: the Sun and phantom suns
A sundog is an atmospheric optical phenomenon often observed in polar regions.
Nathalie Michel, corporate photographer: “the most beautiful photograph is the one you’ll take tomorrow”
Interview with a photographer whose work bears witness to a fascinating world.
Top 5 most beautiful beaches in the world
Turquoise waters and fine sand: our selection of breathtaking beaches
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