OVERALL RATING: 10/10
Embarking on an expedition cruise with Swan Hellenic elevates your sense of adventure. Visualize gliding through the waters on Swan Hellenic’s state-of-the-art boutique expedition ships, charting thrilling journeys to remote villages and the icy polar realms. These vessels blend cutting-edge polar ice-class technology with elegant, refined interiors. Experiencing life aboard Swan Hellenic, you may well find yourself never wanting to leave.
Surprises at Every Turn
Imagine a private library with a snug ambiance, filled to the brim with enthralling books, where a staff member caters to your comfort by bringing blankets and drinks. The dedication of the officers, staff, and crew knows no bounds, always aiming to surpass the desires of their guests. For instance, when the captain learned of my wish to experience the Zodiac (despite the ship offering its own ferries for easier shore access) – he ensured a Zodiac was made available during a landing, providing me with a memorable water-bound adventure. When another guest narrowly missed the lunchtime by merely 20 minutes, the staff reopened the kitchen especially for the couple—a flexibility rarely seen on other ships that tend to adhere strictly to their set rules. An exemplary world-class launderette showcases this unparalleled service. The cruise offered an astonishing blend of history, culture, cuisine, personal encounters, education, and pleasant surprises throughout.
Exceptional Expedition Ship for Polar and Global Adventures
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These vessels are not only tailored for adventurous expeditions but are equally adept at navigating quaint villages and captivating ports worldwide. They are assigned a Polar Class notation PC5 – the highest classification awarded to an ice-strengthened hull. The PC5 classification is combined with oversized stabilizers which provide excellent motion control, ensuring the most comfortable operation on excursions through the polar regions.
10 The Restaurants
Enjoy the finest in foods from Michelin 3-star (their highest rating) rated restaurateurs. Swan Hellenic has partnered with JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs, which is an association of young restaurateurs and chefs with one common goal in mind: to share their talent and love for food with like-minded individuals. JRE is proud to have over 375 restaurants and 160 hotels, spread across 15 different countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Germany, France, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs chefs combine deep passion, culinary expertise, and an appreciation for local ingredients and tradition. Club Lounge – Functioning from dawn to twilight, the Club Lounge embraces guests with the warmth and comfort of a grand living space, extending to the breezy Pool Grill and Bar. Its ambiance fluidly evolves from a serene morning setting to a laid-back lunchtime, culminating in an opulent afternoon tea. By night, it becomes a hub for congenial conversations, peppered with delightful family-style dinners. Not to forget, the iconic Piemonte-style pizzas and an assortment of drool-worthy desserts.
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