Cruise news (Aurora Expeditions-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions' newest ship, Douglas Mawson, successfully completes sea trials
Aurora Expeditions' newest vessel, Douglas Mawson, has successfully concluded sea trials off the coast of Hainan, China, from June 26 to July 2, 2025...
July 17, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions introduces Arctic & Beyond cruises in 2027
The Australia-based Aurora Expeditions unveiled its 2027 Arctic & Beyond season, presenting 25 voyages scheduled for its two chartered expedition...
June 6, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions to launch first all-female Antarctic cruise in 2027
Aurora Expeditions Australia has announced the launch of the first all-female Antarctic cruise, set to depart in 2027. The Antarctic Women’s...
March 30, 2025 - Cruise Industry
SunStone Ships and CMHI China launched final INFINITY Class vessel Douglas Mawson
On November 29th, the Florida USA-based cruise shipowner SunStone Ships (subsidiary of SunStone Maritime Group) launched Douglas Mawson - the 7th and...
December 2, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions opens 2026 itineraries with Solar Eclipse cruises and new solo cabins
Aurora Expeditions, renowned for its responsible small-ship exploration, has unveiled its 2026 Arctic and Beyond season, expanding its offerings to...
September 9, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions Australia limits polar cruise capacity to 130 passengers
Aurora Expeditions Australia, renowned for its commitment to responsible small-ship expedition travel, has announced a new maximum passenger capacity...
July 27, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions 2025-2026 season (ships Greg Mortimer, Sylvia Earle, Douglas Mawson)
Aurora Expeditions, a renowned Australian-owned adventure travel company celebrated for its immersive and responsible exploration, has unveiled its...
April 26, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions' newest ship Douglas Mawson will explore East Antarctica
Aurora Expeditions has revealed its forthcoming addition to the fleet, MS Douglas Mawson (fka Ocean Discoverer) marking its 3rd purpose-built...
April 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions Australia unveils Arctic & Beyond 2025 voyages
Aurora Expeditions Australia has unveiled its Arctic & Beyond 2025 program, introducing 4 new voyages and 7 Ultimate Adventures for travelers...
November 20, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions rolls out SpaceX’s Starlink aboard Greg Mortimer and Sylvia Earle
The Australian expedition travel company Aurora Expeditions has unveiled an upgraded onboard connectivity feature for passengers on its...
October 11, 2023 - Accidents
Ocean Explorer cruise ship pulled free after running aground in northeast Greenland
Aurora Expeditions' chartered ship Ocean Explorer/tracker has been successfully dislodged from her grounding in the remote wilderness of northeast...
September 14, 2023 - Accidents
Ocean Explorer runs aground in Alpefjord within the National Park in East Greenland
Aurora Expeditions' chartered ship Ocean Explorer/tracker has run aground in Alpefjord near Mestersvig/Camp Nyhavn within the National Park in East...
September 13, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Vantage Deluxe World Travel to be rebranded as Vantage Explorations
The recently appointed owner of a financially troubled Boston cruise company has expressed intentions to rebuild the brand's credibility and...
August 29, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions' subsidiary Pacific Travel Partners acquires Vantage Travel's assets
Pacific Travel Partners, a subsidiary of Aurora Expeditions Australia, has acquired the assets of Vantage Deluxe Travel. The acquisition occurred...
August 22, 2023 - Cruise Industry
Aurora Expeditions unveils limited time offers on select 2023-2024 Antarctic cruises
Aurora Expeditions is offering limited-time offers on Antarctic expeditions for the 2023-2024 season. They are known for responsible travel and...
June 11, 2023