We were the first to sail to Antarctica on Viking’s new expedition ship, the Viking Octantis.  And we were impressed. Not just because the beautiful scenery, the plucky penguins, the majestic whales and the oh-so-blue ice of Antarctica once again took our breath away. Not just because we were amongst the lucky few who set foot on the 7th continent.

But also because the Viking Octantis is just magnificent. Spacious rooms and suites with picture perfect Nordic Balconies, exquisite cuisine and welcoming crew. Drinks at dinner.

And when exploring the polar regions, even more important: a great team of expedition leaders who bring Antarctica even closer.  Unique to Viking: “toys” galore: two Special Operations Boats, two submersibles, a modern science lab, and so much more. And yes, they too are included in your fare.

If you’ve ever wanted to go to Antarctica, but felt it was out of reach, Viking is making it very attractive with its current offer, with expeditions starting at $9,995 per person.  Your economy airfare from many North American gateways is included.  And if you like a bit more space, upgrading to a suite on the ship also upgrades your flight to business class.

This offer applies to select sailings in October and November 2022, and based on Nordic Balcony rooms in the N2 category. Upgraded rooms and suites are available at an additional cost, as are departures in the rest of the 2022/2023 and the 2023/2024 season. Viking will select airline and itinerary, although customization options may be available. This offer is scheduled to expire on August 31, 2022 and additional restrictions may apply.

Call your Q expedition experts to discuss options and availability.

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With many of us cooped up at home for a year or longer, the desire to explore is bigger than ever!  World cruises increase in popularity every year.  Some sell out in just a few days after being released!  The time to step forward is now, if you’d like to join “South Side Story”, Silversea’s World Cruise in 2023.

Silversea World Cruise 2023 Itinerary

Set sail from Sydney, Australia (Qantas Airways business class airfare is included from many major gateways) on January 9, 2023.  The luxurious all-suite 388-guest Silver Shadow will start 139 days of exploration. Visit 34 countries on five continents, all before the grand finale in Fort Lauderdale on May 23, 2023.

Explore 66 destinations (40 new to a world cruise).  And make the most of your unique chance of sailing the Amazon River.  Discover the extraordinary mix of destinations, from the remote and culturally diverse Papua New Guinea, Mauritius and Cape Verde, to the natural treasures of New Zealand and Reunion Island or the iconic Myanmar and South Africa.

Unique Destinations

The 2023 Silversea World Cruise will provide you with:

• An in-depth exploration of the natural history of Tasmania and New Zealand;
• A deep discovery of Melanesia’s lesser-travelled coasts, including Papua New Guinea for the first time on a Silversea World Cruise;
• An immersion into Southeast Asia’s rich, multi-layered culture and traditions, with overnights in iconic cities such as Hong Kong, Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City;
• Time spent in the Gulf of Bengal and the Indian Ocean, including opportunities to explore deeper inland;
• A three-day exploration of Madagascar, with new calls in Mauritius and Réunion;
• A seven-day discovery of the West Coast of Africa, starting with South Africa;
• An immersive trip into the Amazon River for the first time on a World Cruise;
• And new experiences in the Caribbean, with all-new calls in destinations like Ile Royale and Mayreau, among others.

You’ll stay overnight in 20 ports in places like Sydney, Hobart, Tasmania, Auckland, Manila, Hong Kong, Ha Long Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok (Klong Toey), Singapore, Yangon, Zanzibar, Cape Town, Walvis Bay, Praia and Manaus, so you have even more time to discover.

For more details, download our Silversea World Cruise 2023 Flyer. And take a look at this entertaining production in which Fernando Barroso de Oliveira, Silversea’s President’s Ambassador to the Venetian Society past passenger program, delves into details about the locations you have the opportunity to visit.

World Cruise Segments

Can’t get away for 139 days?  Give your Q Cruise Specialist a call to talk about partial world cruise segments.

Your World Cruise Includes

The World Cruise Specialists at Q will help you customize your journey, door-to-door.  Your 2023 Silversea World Cruise fare will include

• Private executive transfers between home, airport and ship*
• Domestic airfare if required*
• Business Class Air to Australia in cooperation with Qantas Airways, from select gateways*
• Bon Voyage Reception, dinner and overnight onboard accommodation
• Suite accommodations onboard Silver Shadow, with butler service
• Excellent meals in a range of restaurants, fine wines, Champagne, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages*
• Fitness center with Pilates and yoga fitness classes
• Entertainment onboard
• Shore excursions*
• Up to $1,000 per person or $2,000 onboard spending credit per suite*
• Exclusive World Cruise events in Papua New Guinea; Ha Long Bay, Vietnam; Stone Town, Zanzibar and Manaus, Brazil.
• Private Assistance at airports*
• Access to designated airline lounges*
• Personalized flight journey
• Fast-track VIP arrival in Sydney*
• Priority Embarkation for all World Cruise guests
• Butler service upon arrival
• Special commemorative gifts
• Complimentary Silver Shore baggage valet*
• Onboard laundry service*
• Unlimited Wi-Fi
• Medical services*
• Visa package*

*Restrictions apply.  Please ask your Q Cruise Travel Specialist for further details.

Pricing, Availability and For More Information

In 2020 and 2021, Silversea’s world cruises couldn’t be completed as planned. And that is why the most popular suites on the Silversea World Cruise in 2023 are likely to sell out quickly.

If you are interested, call your Q Cruise Travel Specialist immediately. That way, we can make certain that you are on the pre-sale request list before the March 17, 2021 public release date. This will ensure you receive the best available suites and fares, including any applicable Virtuoso benefits and Venetian Society savings.

Indicative fares:

• From $74,000 per person for a Vista suite
• From $88,000 per person for a Classic Veranda
• From $198,000 per person for a Silver Suite

Shorter World Cruise Segments may be available.  Call us for details.

(Fares in US$, subject to change and availability, based on double occupancy, excluding taxes.  Venetian Society savings and Virtuoso benefits not yet applied.)

More Details:

1. Download our Silversea World Cruise 2023 Flyer for detailed itinerary information, indicative fares and more.  More questions?  Please call your Q Cruise Travel Specialist for details.
2. View the entertaining production.  You’ll meet Fernando Barroso de Oliveira, Silversea’s President’s Ambassador to the Venetian Society past passenger program.  Let Fernando tell you about the locations you have the opportunity to visit.
3. Contact your Q Cruise Travel Specialist

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What is included?

Depending on your departure date in late 2020 or early 2021, you will enjoy one or more of the following benefits:

• $3,000 air credit per couple
• $250 per person credit to spend onboard
• Single Supplement waived
• Combine back-to-back expeditions

As an example, the February 2-12, 2021 “Emblematic Antarctica” expedition, includes:

• A one-night stay in Buenos Aires
• Flights between Buenos Aires and Ushuaia
• Transfers to/from Buenos Aires and Ushuaia airports
• 9 nights on l’Austral, including your meals, unlimited fine wines, Champagne, spirits and other beverages, gratuities, outings and shore visits by Zodiac, polar boots rental, information about Antarctica from your Expedition Leader and naturalist-guides and more
• A polar parka that you can keep as a souvenir

After deduction of the air credit, fares start as low as:

• $7,877 plus taxes per person (based on double occupancy) for a Superior stateroom.
• Single travelers will enjoy a Deluxe stateroom with balcony starting at $8,467 plus taxes.

Airfare from North America to Buenos Aires, spa services, onboard shopping, travel insurance and other expenses of a personal nature are additional.  Fares are subject to change and availability. Ship’s registry: France.

There are many more itineraries available, including those that visit the Falkland Islands or South Georgia (a prime location for more wildlife, including King penguins). For more details, Ponant Antarctica 3000 Air Credit Flyer or call Q for details and current availability.

ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ Ponant

Ponant is a luxury French yachting and expedition company, with small ships (l’Austral can accommodate up to 264 guests) that are equipped to sail to the far reaches of the Earth.  Due to their small size, your yacht can get into small ports and bays that are out of reach for others.

Ponant’s ships are designed in a modern, cozy atmosphere, comparable to a private yacht. Naval officers are French and the crew speak French and English.

As the only French cruise company, Ponant works with prestigious partners, recognized for their expertise. Veuve Clicquot champagne, En-K caviar, Ladurée macaroons, Bordier butter, Palais des Thés teas and Lenôtre cakes and sweets are all on the menu during dinners, gala cocktails and gourmet breaks. Taillevent, famous for their food and wine pairings, have also shown their signature know-how with their selection of wine by the glass. Bathroom amenities are by Hermes.

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You’ll then have nearly a year – until March 31, 2021 – to select your perfect cruise on itineraries departing through the end of 2022.

Depending on the itinerary and category you select, 2.5% savings can add up to hundreds or even thousands of dollars of savings! Best of all, the additional 2.5% discount is combinable with nearly all other offers, including 2-for1 Fares, Book Now Savings, your Crystal Society past guest savings and more.

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Are you ready to connect with your inner explorer?  Let the expedition experts at Q arrange free roundtrip flights from the US to South America so you can become friends with the penguins! Choose from select Hurtigruten Antarctica 2019 departures between October and December 2019.

Free Airfare to South America

You’ll fly for free in economy class from New York JFK, Los Angeles or Miami to Santiago, Chile; Buenos Aires, Argentina or Montevideo, Uruguay. Enjoy all transfers between airport, hotel and pier. Where applicable, you’ll even get a one night pre- or post-hotel stay. Other gateways are available at an additional cost, but of course you can also use frequent flyer miles to get to JFK, Miami or Los Angeles.

With six different itineraries, and 11 different departure dates, you can choose your own Antarctic Adventure:

• Begin as far north as Valparaiso, Chile and cruise along the coast of Chile before setting foot on the Great White Continent, or
• Embark in Ushuaia, the Southernmost city in Argentina and then explore the Antarctic Peninsula, or
• Depart from Montevideo, Uruguay, detour to the Falkland Islands and then see Antarctica.

Hurtigruten Antarctica 2019 expedition options start at $8,160 per person for a 13-day sailing.  Review all options here: Hurtigruten Free Airfare 2019 and then give us a call.

The decision is yours – but the flights are on Hurtigruten!

(Prefer to book your own flights? Ask us about an air credit of $1,000 per person for departures with roundtrip Santiago, $1,200 for roundtrip Buenos Aires and $1,400 for Montevideo/Buenos Aires.)

Hurtigruten Explorer Cruises

Hurtigruten is very well known for its iconic cruises along the Norwegian Coast. But the company has also been exploring polar waters since 1893, over 125 years! This unique heritage, combined with highly skilled crews and a diverse fleet with nimble, intimately-scaled expedition ships gives you unique experiences to the most remote corners of the world, including Antarctica, but also the Arctic.  Hurtigruten is not a normal cruise operator.  When you sail on Hurtigruten, you are on an expedition with likeminded adventurers.  Your fellow explorers tend to value personal growth and exploring over luxury. You won’t find waterslides, casinos or any sort of dress code. Instead, you’ll find a casual and relaxed atmosphere, great food and all the quality equipment you need to explore Antarctica.

What you should know

• This offer includes free roundtrip air, coach class, from New York (JFK), Los Angeles, or Miami to Santiago, Buenos Aires or Montevideo. Other gateways are available at an additional cost, ask for details.
• Airfare is booked through Hurtigruten. Air reservations are placed on hold and booked as soon as airline schedules are available, as early as 330 days prior to the voyage return date. Due to airline schedule, flights may be direct or connecting. Itinerary, airline selection and other details are Hurtigruten’s discretion.
• This offer is valid for new, individual bookings only, for select departures, is capacity controlled, and subject to withdrawal at any time without notice.
• Offer cannot be combined with any other promotion, except the Ambassador and Child offers.
• The air portion of this reservation is non-refundable and has no cash value. Hurtigruten’s full cancellation policies will apply.
• Offer is valid through July 31, 2018. Other restrictions apply, ask us for details.

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