"Take Seabourn, an ultra-luxury line debuting its first such cruise in 2027. "Travelers are seeking voyages going beyond traditional cruising that are immersive, rarely repeated, and part of something very few will ever experience," says Robin West, Seabourn's vice president of expedition operations and planning. "2027 presents the perfect alignment of guest interest and operational capability to bring it to life.""
""Ships typically visit the Arctic in June to September and then head south to start their Antarctic season in early November," she says. "For travelers who want to get a taste of everything, it makes sense to fill the time in between with interesting stops in the Caribbean and South America, giving travelers the opportunity to see the change of ecosystems in real time," adds Curry."
Expedition and luxury cruise lines are introducing pole-to-pole Arctic-to-Antarctic itineraries that let passengers experience polar wildlife and diverse cultures without changing ships. Seabourn will debut its first such voyage in 2027, reflecting increased guest demand and operational readiness. Ships typically visit the Arctic from June through September and then reposition south to begin Antarctic season in early November, often filling intervening travel with Caribbean and South American ports. Voyages vary in duration, commonly 81 to 94 days, with entry fares ranging roughly $72,995 to $94,499. Inclusions vary but may cover airfare, pre-cruise hotels, transfers, shore excursions, Wi‑Fi, alcohol, and expert-led activities.
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