The Mediterranean

Made in Italy

PONANT EXPLORATIONS partners with quintessential Italian luxury fashion houses from Bottega Veneta to Gucci and Pomellato.

3 questions for chef Dominique Lory

The taste of memory

Art takes to the sea and the rhythm of the Adriatic

A voyage conceived by the Pinault Collection and PONANT EXPLORATIONS

Clint Grech and Laetitia Ouspointour in conversation

Pairing flavours in the Mediterranean

The Balearics away from the crowds

Secret getaway in the Spanish archipelago

PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys: Savoir Faire in the South of France

Together with Smithsonian Journeys, discover the timeless allure of the South of France the PONANT way.

Inspiration Among the Ancients with PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys

PONANT’s alliance with Smithsonian Journeys brings exceptional historical and cultural depth to your expedition.

PONANT and Relais & Châteaux: A Culinary Journey Like No Other

PONANT’s partnership with prestigious Relais & Châteaux bring you world-class cuisine on board our ships that elevate your travels with us.

Coffee in the Mediterranean: a beloved ritual

As many types of speciality coffee as there are countries

Cruise with Us to Three Celebrated Wine Destinations

PONANT delivers you to the doorsteps of three celebrated wine destinations; France, Italy, and New Zealand.

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.

Jazz on board!

The Marseille Jazz des cinq continents festival goes on a cruise

Announcing Our 2025 PONANT Cruises with Smithsonian Journeys

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

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.

Luxury Cruises

Un new art of travel with PONANT

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.

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.

Set sail for the Brijuni Islands

Breathe in paradise

The Algarve: a Portuguese treasure

Our top 10 experiences in the southernmost region of Portugal

Four unforgettable experiences in Croatia

Take the time to immerse yourself in the places you visit

Little-known Italian islands of the Tyrrhenian Sea

Explore the unspoilt islands of Ponza, Procida and Filicudi

See south-eastern Spain in a whole new light

Contrasts and wonders

Greece vs. Croatia: a Mediterranean face-off

Two Mediterranean Edens

Meet the stewards of the treasures of the Mediterranean

Preserving local commodities and crafts of the Greek and Croatian islands

24 hours in Tinos

The hidden gem of the Cyclades

Find the perfect Greek island for you

Our selection of authentic experiences

Stopover at Hvar island

Sharing in the good life in Dalmatia

Focus on the Alhambra

10 fascinating facts about the jewel of Granada

Malta, Sicily and Sardinia: three islands, a thousand incredible discoveries

What is your perfect island destination?

A day in Istanbul : palaces, mosques and Grand Bazaar

The splendours of the Orient and a bygone age

The best Mediterranean luxury cruise

Freedom and dolce vita

Set sail for Menorca: a sustainable island

Head to this natural paradise in the Balearic Islands

A trip off the beaten path to discover the Greek islands

Journey deep into the heart of untouched, unspoilt archipelagos.

Discover France’s unspoiled coastlines

The most beautiful and unspoilt shores of the Mediterranean and Atlantic coastlines

Focus on… the Strait of Bonifacio

Exploring its hidden treasures, from Corsica to Sardinia

When’s the best time for a Mediterranean cruise?

Could September be the perfect month to enjoy a holiday in the sun?

Head to Croatia, a treasure trove of nature and culture

The wonders of a small country far from the crowds of tourists