[updated] Ocean Explorer runs aground in Greenland

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Reports are that Ocean Explorer, under charter to Australian cruise operator Aurora Expeditions, while Aurora's ship, the Greg Mortimer, undergoes repairs, has run aground on Monday in Alpefjord in a national park some 1400 km northeast of Greenland's capital Nuuk. [Current position]

According to information posted by Denmark's Joint Arctic Command (JAC), the Inifinty-class ice-class vessel carrying 206 people has run aground in remote eastern Greenland with the nearest help by sea days away.

At time of writing, there are no reports of injury or damage, either to the vessel or the environment.

[update] the vessel has been pulled free and will sail to the closet port for a technical examination

Follow updates on the recovery at JAC Facebook page. Image: Danish Air Force/Arctic Command

Heritage Line sets sail on maiden Upper Mekong voyage

A fortunate group of guests has become the very first cohort to experience luxury Southeast Asian river cruise specialist Heritage Line's first-ever Upper Mekong voyage on board its brand-new designer ship Heritage Line ANOUVONG, during a sensational voyage along one of the world's most remote yet captivating waterways.

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True North Maiden Voyage to the Great Barrier Reef

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In partnership with The Great Barrier Reef Foundation, True North are inviting guests to a once-in-a-lifetime Reef Expedition across the northernmost tip of the Great Barrier Reef. Over eight nights, the inaugural conservation expedition will sail south from the Torres Strait Islands to Cairns, mimicking the movements of some of the Reef’s most majestic animals.

Emerald Cruises’ Newest Luxury Yacht, Emerald Sakara, Departs Athens on Inaugural Sailing

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Twin yachts Emerald Sakara and Emerald Azzurra transit Corinth Canal

Set against the dramatic backdrop of ancient Athens, Emerald Cruises’ second luxury yacht, Emerald Sakara, departed Piraeus August 5 on her sold-out, inaugural sailing. The following morning, sister yacht Emerald Azzurra officially welcomed her to the fleet as the twin ships embarked on a picture-perfect sailing through the Corinth Canal.

Heritage Expeditions and Professor Tim Flannery Search for Mysterious New Mammals on Indonesian Explorer voyage

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Pioneering small-ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions is taking its citizen science programme to the next level giving guests the opportunity to join legendary mammalogist, conservationist, author and scientist Professor Tim Flannery in his search for mysterious new mammals on its upcoming Indonesian Explorer voyage.

Brand new Ambassador Signature Sets Sail on Vietnam's Lan Ha Bay

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Newly launched overnight sailing showcases Michelin-approved cuisine and more

Leading boutique cruise operator, Ambassador Cruise, is charting new channels of refinement on unsung Lan Ha Bay with the launch of its Ambassador Signature overnight sailing.

Emerald Sakara Completes Successful Sea Trials

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Emerald Cruises’ second luxury yacht on schedule for first Mediterranean sailing in August

Emerald Sakara, the second custom-built, luxury yacht from Emerald Cruises, has successfully completed its sea trials, conducted by Captains John Edwards and James Griffiths. The sea trials took place in Vietnam, departing Halong Shipyard on July 3, where all major systems were tested and the yacht was certified for guest operations. A short video documenting the sea trial can be viewed and downloaded here.

Greenland’s Arctic Umiaq Line partners with Hurtigruten Norway to promote sustainable tourism in Greenland.

Sarfaq Ittuk among icebergs in Ilulissat Icefjord in Greenland.

Hurtigruten Norway and Arctic Umiaq are proud to announce their new partnership to enhance growth and opportunities in Greenland's tourism industry.

New Viking 2023-2025 Expedition Cruising brochure

Featuring new Arctic itineraries and additional departure dates on popular voyages

Viking has released its 2023-2025 Expedition brochure which explores some of the world's most pristine and remote regions on its award-winning, state-of-the-art expedition vessels Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris. The brochure features Viking's latest expansion into the Arctic region and additional departure dates on popular voyages.