Range Best - The Adventure & Wellness Issue

THE ADVENTURE & WELLNESS ISSUE

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What’s Inside

Where to Find Wellness

Four destinations to consider for your next feel-good getaway.

A Via Ferrata climber on Small Cir in the Italian Dolomites stops to take in the view of the Sella Pass and the towering peaks of Val Gardena behind him.

Photo by Damian Holzknecht

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Adventure & Wellness

When you think of an adventure trip, it may look the opposite of one centered on wellness. Perhaps the former involves a multi-day hike in a remote mountain range, while the latter is a slower-paced journey peppered with yoga classes. But, fundamentally, the two are not that different: The Wellness Tourism Association defines wellness travel, in part, as that which allows the traveler to “support or increase one’s sense of well-being.” And, while a precise definition of adventure travel is more difficult to pin down, G Adventures’ founder Bruce Poon Tip considers it “a mindset of people who want more out of life and more out of their holiday time.” Whether your trip is shaped by physical pursuits, cultural exchange or personal well-being, the most important thing is that you return fulfilled. And in this issue of Range Best, we give you some ideas to kick-start your next wholly enriching journey.

FROM THE EDITORS AT RANGE

PHOTO: CALLUM SHAW/UNSPLASH.

Three Next-Level Adventures

From breathing life back into our coral reefs to traversing towering mountain peaks, there are amazing experiences for every level of adventurer.

By Dave Lank

PHOTO: @DOLOMITESVALGARDENA/DAMIAN HOLZKNECHT.

A quarter of all marine species make their homes in coral reefs, which clean the water they’re in and provide food for about 500 million people around the world.

ADVENTURE LEVEL: MILD

Coral Gardening

If you’re yearning for an adventurous activity where you can leave a tangible, positive imprint on the planet while satiating your thirst for underwater exploration, then coral gardening is for you. It’s an environmental two-step that’s part restoration, part recreation, and it’s stirring up a wave of interest for eco-conscious travelers. Your mission is not just to observe, but to actively participate in rehabilitating our reefs.

WHERE TO GO

Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica, is your launchpad into the world of coral gardening. After an onshore lesson about coral’s crucial role in our planet’s health, you’ll enter turquoise waters to plant your own.

HELP OUT FROM HOME

By adopting a coral through the non-profit organization Coral Gardeners, you’ll contribute to global reef restoration, empowering local communities and nurturing a more sustainable blue economy.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF CORAL GARDENERS.

ADVENTURE LEVEL: MEDIUM

Stand-Up

Paddleboarding Expedition

Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) has been riding a wave of popularity that shows no sign of cresting. The sport offers the perfect platform for a low-impact workout combined with the thrill of paddling across untamed waters. SUP is now carving a niche in the adventure travel sphere with multi-day expeditions. On inflatable boards loaded with camping gear, explorers are SUP-ing their way through some of the world’s most spectacular waterborne settings. Imagine charting a course through UNESCO-protected fjords in Norway, gliding on mirrored waters encircled by towering cliffs and thundering waterfalls by day and camping out under starlit skies by night.

Some of the world’s first stand-up paddleboarders were fishermen in Peru who made their boards out of reeds 3,000 years ago.

WHERE TO GO

SUP Norway leads six-day all-inclusive SUP adventures in Sognefjord, the longest and deepest navigable fjord in the world. And many cruise ships and tour operators offer optional SUP excursions, including Intrepid, where you can add one on to your Antarctica cruise, scanning glacial landscapes for wildlife as you captain your inflatable SUP.

On a SUP expedition, dry gear is a must. The Sea to Summit Lightweight Dry Bag View is your trusty guard against the elements, ensuring nothing dampens your essentials, or your adventurous spirit.

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PHOTOS: COURTESY OF SUP NORWAY; COURTESY OF SEA TO SUMMIT (GET THE GEAR).

ADVENTURE LEVEL: ADVANCED

Via Ferrata Adventure

For those who prefer adventures that deliver a serious dose of adrenaline, traversing a Via Ferrata route is the answer. Via Ferrata (Italian for “iron way” or “iron path”) rose to prominence during World War I as a way to move Italian soldiers through the imposing Alps using steel cables and ladders. Today, the sport has reached dizzying heights of popularity with guided Via Ferrata routes springing up in some of the globe’s most epic mountainscapes. 

WHERE TO GO

For the ultimate Via Ferrata experience, head to its heartland in the northern Italian Alps, where, according to local mountain guide Paolo Tassi, “You’ll touch the history of the original routes and feel the sheer beauty of the Dolomites.”

A Via Ferrata (Italian for “iron way”) climbing route in Italy’s breathtaking Dolomite Mountains.

PHOTOS: LUBOS CHLUBNY/ADOBE STOCK (TOP); CORTINA D’AMPEZZO.

Where to Find Wellness

Whether you want to get pampered, be active or simply unplug, these four destinations deliver every degree of wellness imaginable.

By Lola Augustine Brown

From sunrise yoga classes and seaside massages to introspective spiritual experiences, today’s most coveted vacation pursuits are all about our ongoing quest for “wellness.” A 2022 survey of more than 11,000 people in 16 countries found that two

in five high-income respondents had booked a luxury or wellness retreat in 2023, while one in five Millennials had booked wellness trips exclusively. Not sure where to go to feel your best? Here are four trending destinations that are taking a fresh approach to wellness travel.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF COMO HOTELS AND RESORTS.

Ibiza

Ibiza, one of Europe’s top party destinations for decades, is now one of the trendiest wellness destinations, enticing many of the same people who visited 20-plus years ago to party but who now just want to be pampered. Ley lines — used to connect sacred sites and believed to carry electromagnetic energy — are purported to intersect the Spanish Balearic island, which is home to a wealth of shamanic yoga retreats, light and sound treatment programs and meditation centres. Celebrity fitness instructors often visit to lead workshops, including Taryn Toomey of The Class studios in L.A. and New York. “The beautiful sea and beaches tucked deep within nature make it a perfect destination to connect with your inner self.”

WHERE TO GO

Luxury travel brand Queen of Clubs offers several wellness experiences in Ibiza, including retreats built around Kundalini yoga and crystal healing sessions, as well as mindfulness classes for children.

Bhutan

The world’s “happiest country” is fast becoming a mecca for those seeking to improve both body and mind. Bhutan is a Buddhist nation where compassion, mindfulness and physical labor are vital aspects of the path to enlightenment. Adventurous travelers are keen to tap into that level of self-improvement, trekking to monasteries perched high in the Himalayan mountains for spiritual experiences and to receive blessings from monks at Kyichu Lhakhang, a temple dating back to the 7th century. A new rash of luxury hotels offering wellness retreats inspired by Buddhist principles has made this incredible destination increasingly more accessible.

WHERE TO GO

Abercrombie & Kent leads luxury tours to Bhutan where guests visit local herbal medicine hospitals, study ancient astrology at monasteries, and indulge in immersive spa rituals, such as the Bhutanese Hot Stone Bath at COMO Uma Punakha or guided meditation with a Lama (a term used for highly respected monks) at Gangtey Lodge.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF QUEEN OF CLUBS (IBIZA); KEN SPENCE FOR GANGTEY LODGE (BHUTAN).

Dubai

Wellness seekers are increasingly flocking to Dubai to experience over-the-top spa treatments along with the unparalleled levels of luxury that accompany the immense wealth currently flowing through the UAE. From traditional Arabian hammams, secret spa spaces in lush tropical gardens and liquid sound pools to the latest stem-cell facials, Dubai’s wellness retreats combine ancient rituals with stateof-the-art advances in dermatology and the trendiest relaxation techniques.

WHERE TO GO

At Address Sky View, book a Wellness Suite equipped with a Technogym Bike and à la carte Technogym equipment, plus a library of guided workouts you can do in the comfort of your own room. Afterwards, wind down with a top-of-theline spa treatment, such as an Intensive Purifying Facial or personalized full-body massage, at the Spa at Address Sky View, complete with striking views of the futuristic skyline that come with its location on the 54th floor. (A dip in the infinity pool, with Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, as a backdrop, is also a must.)

Peru

Transformation is easy to experience in the breathtaking landscapes and ancient monuments of Peru’s Sacred Valley. Hiking to temple ruins and bathing in natural hot springs connect you with nature, while Indigenous shamans and healers offer guided ceremonies designed to return you to your true self. Despite centuries of Spanish rule, elements of Incan culture remain threaded through Peru’s culture, and traditional remedies — such as coca leaf treatments for altitude sickness — are embraced by a wellness institution that has existed since ancient times.

WHERE TO GO

Join a 12-day wellness experience with South American Tours (S.A.T.) that showcases Peru’s ancient sites while embracing rituals designed to relax and recharge your soul. While exploring the Andes and the majesty of the Amazon, you’ll witness a shamanic ceremony at the 15th-century fortress of Sacsayhuamán on the outskirts of Cusco, learn about traditional herbal medicines and experience sound and music therapy in the Sacred Valley.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF ADDRESS SKY VIEW (DUBAI); COURTESY OF REFUGIO AMAZONAS (PERU).

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How to Feel Your Best While Traveling

By Truc Nguyen and Dominique Lamberton

It’s so easy for healthy habits and active routines to fall by the wayside as soon as you board a plane — but it doesn’t have to be that way. We went to the experts for tips on how to stay hydrated, get enough exercise and score a good night’s sleep no matter where you’re headed.

What is the latest advice for beating jet lag?

New research from the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre and Australian airline Qantas reveals that your inflight habits can play a big role in alleviating jet lag symptoms upon arrival. Researchers traveled on three 20-hour flights from New York and London to Sydney, monitoring volunteer customers equipped with wearable tech devices as they followed specially designed menu, lighting, sleep and movement routines. Preliminary findings show that passengers had less severe jet lag and performed better cognitively two days after the long-haul flights when the cabin lighting and meal times were tailored to the time zone of their final destination; they consumed food and drink designed to aid sleep (chicken, milk-based desserts and herbal tea) as well as to stay awake (chocolate and caffeine); and they participated in simple stretch and movement activities onboard.

How can you stay hydrated on the go?

Drinking smaller quantities of water every 15 to 20 minutes instead of chugging lots at once is key for staying hydrated, says Khaoula Louati, clinical nurse manager at Summit Health in Toronto and Montreal. This prevents the kidneys from being overloaded and helps your body retain more water. When it’s hot out, adding electrolytes (try dissolvable tablets like Hydralyte or Nuun) to your water can help replenish fluids and minerals lost when you perspire. Finally, carry a selfcleaning UV water bottle, which eliminates up to 99.99 percent of viruses and bacteria in water, to ensure you always have the freshest H2O at hand.

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PHOTOS: LUKE PORTER/UNSPLAH (JET LAG); COURTESY OF MONOS (HYDRATION).

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What happens if you’re terrible at applying sunscreen — is there an alternative?

Instead of stocking up on SPF 30 and higher lotions, sticks and sprays, which require diligent reapplication, try UPF 30 and above clothing and hats. UPF (ultraviolet protection factor) measures how much ultraviolet radiation a fabric allows to reach your skin, and trumps SPF because it covers both UVB and UVA (SPF only measures UVB). UPF 50+ is the gold standard, blocking 98 percent of the sun’s rays, but UPF 30 to 49 offers very good protection, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation. And, of course, continue to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+ on your face and any other exposed skin.

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PHOTOS: COURTESY OF BOARDING GLASSES (MOTION SICKNESS); COURTESY OF LULULEMON (SUN CARE).

What’s the best way to get a good night’s sleep away from home?

Beyond avoiding activities that exert a lot of energy four hours before you go to sleep, as well as any foods or drinks with caffeine eight hours before (best to skip the after-dinner espresso martini), aim to mimic your athome sleep routine as much as possible. That means sticking to your usual bedtime, packing your go-to PJs and using the same skincare products. And, while hotel AC can be finicky, try to control your room temperature: “You want it between 21 and 22 degrees Celsius,” Louati says. “When we go to sleep, our core body temperature increases and, as it goes higher, our sleep is less efficient.” If you’re still having trouble, a white-noise app like BetterSleep can drown out unfamiliar sounds and a travel-size roll-on of lavender essential oil — a proven natural sleep aid — might help you doze off.

How can you stay active when there’s no fitness center in sight?

It’s surprisingly simple: Just get your steps in. (And you don’t need to come close to 10,000.) A new study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology found that even a small number of daily steps has outsized health benefits. Researchers analyzed 17 studies, looking at how many steps people took over a week, and concluded that walking just under 4,000 per day (that’s about a 30- to 45-minute walk) reduced the risk of mortality from any cause. Pop on your Oura Ring or other wearable tracker and head out to explore your destination on foot.

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PHOTOS: LIUBOV LEVYTSKA/ADOBE STOCK (SLEEP); COURTESY OF OURA RING (FITNESS).

FIND YOUR feelgood

Experts in Adventure

By Dominique Lamberton

Four of the world’s most daring adventurers share their tips and experiences to inspire your next epic trip.

Mike Horn

How do you deal with challenges in high-stakes situations?

Overcoming challenges requires resilience, adaptability and a strong mindset. When faced with difficulties, I draw strength from my experiences and the knowledge that adversity is an inherent part of exploration. The passion for what I do, combined with a deep sense of purpose, fuels my determination to push forward.

From the Amazon to the Arctic, you’ve seen more of the world than most: What still amazes you about it?

In May, Mike Horn set out on his latest multi-year environmental expedition, What’s Left, aboard his 115-foot icebreaker sailing yacht, Pangaea

The Swiss-South African explorer is also bringing adventure to Explora Journeys passengers as a brand ambassador, developing itineraries, hosting onboard talks and leading hikes in places like Paamiut, Greenland.

Despite having circumnavigated the globe multiple times, the planet never ceases to amaze me: Witnessing the resilience of nature and the interconnectedness of ecosystems is a constant reminder of our responsibility to protect and preserve our environment. The planet is a source of infinite inspiration and reminds us of the incredible wonders that exist beyond our daily lives.

PHOTO Mike Horn is widely recognized as one of the world’s greatest modern-day explorers.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF MIKE HORN.

FOUNDER, WILDCHINA

Mei Zhang

Q&A

What’s your favorite adventure destination? My home province of Yunnan is my top recommendation for all types of adventure. It is such a diverse province geographically, botanically and culturally. There are opportunities to forage for mushrooms in the wild, scale snow-capped mountains that look out over Tibet, experience animals like the Yunnan snub-nosed monkey, which is found nowhere else on earth, or trek the ancient Tea Horse Road.

And your top tips for adventuring sustainably?

Mei Zhang founded luxury and adventure travel company WildChina in 2000. When the Harvard Business School alum is not speaking on sustainable adventure tourism or adventuring herself, she is working on her PhD on the feasibility of turning the ancient Tea Horse Road, in the Chinese province of Yunnan, into a hiking trail and national park.

First, interact with locals: Have a chat with a local person, learning more about them and sharing about yourself — this type of cultural exchange is so important to travel and sustainability. Second, respect the place you are in; treat it as if it were your home because it is home to someone else. Don’t only leave no trace but leave it better than you found it. Finally, support the economy by working with local guides, drivers, suppliers and artisans.

PHOTO In 2021, Mei Zhang joined journalist Paul Salopek on a Yunnan portion of his Out of Eden Walk, a 24,000-mile journey to trace the route of human migration.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF WILDCHINA.

ADVENTURE SPECIALIST, ADVENTURE CANADA

Brenya Green

Why should everyone take an adventure trip?

I believe that adventure travel leads to a level of personal growth that can’t be achieved in our day-to-day lives of schedules, routine and responsibility. When you are looking to turn your brain off and relax, book a vacation. When you are looking to understand more of the world, look inward and challenge yourself, book an adventure trip.

What’s the biggest mistake adventure travelers can make?

Brenya Green has worked at family-run Adventure Canada, a small-ship expedition cruise outfit, for six years — in that time, she’s participated in 18 expeditions aboard the 198-passenger iceclass vessel Ocean Endeavour. During operating season, which runs from June to October, Green takes on multiple roles on expeditions, from onboard adventure specialist and program director to Zodiac driver.

The beauty of adventure travel is not knowing what’s around the corner. Going into an adventure with rigid expectations will lead to disappointment because, most likely, things will not go entirely to plan — but sometimes plans B, C or even D are even better. Maybe plan B leads you to an incredible whale sighting, or plan C lets you witness a calving glacier. I promise you, when you let go and go with the flow, you will fully experience the unique power of adventure travel.

PHOTO Brenya Green in Tasiusaq, Greenland. Her first Adventure Canada expedition, Greenland & Wild Labrador, remains her top adventure travel memory.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF ADVENTURE CANADA.

FOUNDER, G ADVENTURES

Bruce Poon Tip

How do you define adventure travel?

Adventure is a spirit. It’s having the desire to go off on the road less traveled. It can be active, but it can also be adventurous by destination, because you’re going to remote places. It’s not defined by demographics, but it’s a mindset of people who want more out of life and more out of their holiday time.

What’s your advice on taking adventure trips as a family?

Bruce Poon Tip founded small-group adventure travel company G Adventures, a community tourism trailblazer, in 1990. Since then, he’s launched G Adventures’ non-profit partner, Planeterra Foundation, penned two books and been lauded as an innovative leader who champions social entrepreneurship and is changing the travel industry for the better.

Just do it, because it’s the most enriching education you can offer your children. I started traveling with my kids when they were very young, and we began taking active trips to places like the Galápagos and India when they were five and six years old. As they’ve gotten older, they have a real global view — they’re comfortable being anywhere and fitting in with any community and culture. That’s a gift you can’t get from school.

PHOTO Bruce Poon Tip (right) accepts an award from Parwa Community Restaurant in Peru’s Sacred Valley.

PHOTO: COURTESY OF G ADVENTURES.

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 Cruising the South China Sea  Muara

 Kota Kinabalu (Borneo)  Cruising the South China Sea  Manila  Ilocos (Salomague)  Cruising the South China Sea; Taipei (Keelung)  Cruising the East China Sea  Kagoshima  Cruising the Pacific Ocean  Tokyo (Overnight)

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER Free pre-paid gratuities

From $8,299 USD per person, C2 Deluxe Oceanview *

Bridge to Mexico

11 DAYS

DATE: April 20, 2024

SHIP: Regatta

ITINERARY

Los Angeles  San Diego  Cruising the Pacific Ocean (2 days)

 La Paz  Mazatlan  Manzanillo

 Puerto Vallarta  Cabo San Lucas

 Cruising the Pacific Ocean

 Ensenada  Los Angeles

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER Ensemble Hosted Cruises with an Ensemble host, private cocktail party and an Ensemble Experience shore event

Song of Iberia

15 DAYS

DATE: June 6, 2024

SHIP: Insignia

ITINERARY

Barcelona  Alicante  Granada (Motril)  Gibraltar  Seville (Overnight)  Portimao  Lisbon

 Oporto  La Coruna  Bilbao

 Bordeaux (Overnight)  Cruising the Bay Of Biscay & English Channel

 Saint-Malo  London (Southampton)

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER Free pre-paid gratuities

From $3,799 USD per person, C2 Deluxe Oceanview *

From $6,899 USD per person, C2 Deluxe Oceanview *

Barcelona, Spain

Lindblad Expeditions – National Geographic Enjoy Free Air with Galápagos Voyages

Experience the magic of the Galápagos Islands with Lindblad ExpeditionsNational Geographic on an immersive voyage that draws from 50+ years of sharing the archipelago’s wonders with our guests. Book by October 31, 2023, and receive free round-trip air travel between the Galápagos and select U.S. cities.

Galápagos Aboard National Geographic Endeavour II

10 DAYS

DATES: Weekly departures year round

SHIP: National Geographic Endeavour II

ITINERARY

Selection of islands we may visit during our expedition subject to Galápagos

National Park regulations: North Seymour  Isabela  Fernandina

 Española  Floreana  Santa Cruz

 Bartolomé  Santiago  Genovesa

 San Cristobal

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER Free round-trip airfare

Wild Galápagos Escape

8 DAYS

DATES: Weekly departures year round

SHIP: National Geographic Islander II

ITINERARY

Selection of islands we may visit during our expedition subject to Galápagos

National Park regulations: North Seymour  Isabela  Fernandina

 Española  Floreana  Santa Cruz

 Bartolomé  Santiago  Genovesa

 San Cristobal

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER Free round-trip airfare

Wild Galápagos & Peru Escape

11 DAYS

DATES: Weekly departures year round

SHIP: National Geographic Islander II

ITINERARY

Lima, Peru  Cusco, Peru  Sacred Valley, Peru. Selection of islands we may visit during our expedition subject to Galápagos National Park regulations: North Seymour  Isabela  Fernandina

 Española  Floreana  Santa Cruz

 Bartolomé  Santiago  Genovesa

 San Cristobal

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER Free round-trip airfare

From $7,940 USD per person, Category 1 Oceanview *

From $9,790 USD per person, Oceanview Suite*

From $10,790 USD per person, Oceanview Suite*

National Geographic Endeavour

Hurtigruten Expeditions Get Ready for Your Next Adventure

Hurtigruten Expeditions offers small-ship adventures that provide unique and immersive experiences in the most spectacular places on the planet. With a legacy dating back 130 years, and an emphasis on science and education, you’ll discover the natural world in the most sustainable way possible.

Galapagos Islands

Expedition Cruise - Iconic Wildlife & Sublime Scenery

7 DAYS

DATES: 15 departures through March 2024

SHIP: MS Santa Cruz II

ITINERARY

Quito  Isabela Island  Floreana Island

 Fernandina Island  Santa Cruz Island

 Guayaquil, after a personalized massage or facial featuring custom-made oils

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER

$100 USD onboard credit per person

For a limited time, solo travelers pay no single supplement on select expedition departures

From $5,947 USD per person*

Highlights of Antarctica

12 DAYS

DATES: 28 departures through March 2025

SHIP: MS Roald Amundsen OR MS Fridtjof Nansen

ITINERARY

Buenos Aires  Ushuaia  Antarctica

 Ushuaia  Buenos Aires

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER

90-euro onboard credit per person

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For a limited time, solo travelers pay no single supplement on select expedition departures

From $10,969 USD per person*

Alaska and British Columbia - Wilderness, Glaciers and Culture (Southbound)

14 DAYS

DATES: May 28 and June 21, 2024

SHIP: MS Roald Amundsen

ITINERARY

Anchorage  Seward  College Fjord  Icy

Bay  Haines  William Henry Bay  Tracy and Endicott Arm  Sitka  Wrangell

 Misty Fjords  Alert Bay  Vancouver

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER

90-euro onboard credit per person

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For a limited time, solo travelers pay no single supplement on select expedition departures

From $5,211 USD per person*

Antarctica

Silversea Cruises

Awaiting Your Discovery

Fascinating destinations of breathtaking beauty, intriguing cultures and undiscovered wilderness. Join Silversea and discover the fresh air of an Alaskan spruce forest, the centuries-old charms of Northern European capitals or the renowned cuisine of the Mediterranean isles.

Seward (Anchorage, Alaska) to Vancouver

7 DAYS

DATE: May 16, 2024

SHIP: Silver Nova

ITINERARY

Seward (Anchorage), Alaska  Cruise Hubbard Glacier, Alaska  Juneau, Alaska  Skagway, Alaska  Sitka, Alaska  Ketchikan, Alaska  Cruise Inside Passage  Vancouver, Canada

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER

Up to a $600 USD shipboard credit per suite

From $5,700 USD per person*

Copenhagen to Stockholm

7 DAYS

DATE: July 9, 2024

SHIP: Silver Dawn

ITINERARY

Copenhagen, Denmark  Ronne (Bornholm), Denmark  Gdansk, Poland  Klaipeda, Lithuania  Riga, Latvia  Helsinki, Finland  Tallinn, Estonia  Stockholm, Sweden

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER

Up to a $600 USD shipboard credit per suite

Athens (Piraeus) to Athens (Piraeus)

11 DAYS

DATE: June 9, 2024

SHIP: Silver Moon

ITINERARY

Athens (Piraeus), Greece  Santorini, Greece  Day At Sea  Istanbul, Turkey (Overnight)  Day At Sea  Kusadasi, Turkey  Mykonos, Greece  Thessaloniki, Greece  Day At Sea  Nafplion, Greece  Athens (Piraeus), Greece

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER Ensemble Hosted Cruises with an Ensemble host, private cocktail party and an Ensemble Experience shore event

From $6,900 USD per person*

From $8,800 USD per person*

Mountain chain in Seward, Alaska

Explora Journeys

Discover the Ocean State of Mind

A Journey of Gondolas, Glamour and Gaudí

11 NIGHTS

DATE: July 30, 2024

SHIP: EXPLORA I

ITINERARY

Venice (Marghera; Overnight)

 Šibenik  Dubrovnik  Corfu

 Rome (Civitavecchia)  Saint-Tropez (Overnight)  Barcelona

ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER

Ensemble Hosted Cruises with an Ensemble host, private cocktail party and an Ensemble Experience shore event

Explora Journeys is redefining ocean travel for a new generation. August 1, 2023 marked a new era as EXPLORA I embarked on an epic 14-night Maiden journey from Copenhagen, Denmark, introducing a unique all-inclusive luxury travel experience for those who want to explore differently.

$7,850 USD per person*

Small

Please contact your Ensemble Travel Agent for more details

group adventure travel that’s good all over.

Explora

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

SEABOURN

*Featured prices are per person, in USD, based on double occupancy, for veranda suite cat V1. Prices include cruise fares, taxes, fees & port expenses and all package inclusions. Fares accurate at time of printing. Pricing subject to availability, and subject to change without notice. Suite availability varies by ship and category. Ensemble Extra amenity based on National Account Program, conditions apply. Itinerary subject to change. Please see cruise contract for cancellation fees.

LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS-NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC

*BOOK BY OCT. 31, 2023: Free Round-Trip to Galápagos: Receive free round-trip airfare from Miami, New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Chicago, Minneapolis, Washington D.C., Baltimore, Houston, Dallas, Denver, San Francisco, and Los Angeles—or $249 or $349 per person airfare from other select U.S. cities—and Galápagos with the purchase of cabin fare on select 2023-2024 departures. Upgrade to business class from $750 per person. Offer valid on American Airlines only, economy class, and includes internal flights between mainland Ecuador, Galápagos, and Peru (depending on itinerary). Baggage fees may be additional and seat assignments may not be guaranteed. Valid for new bookings only on select departures and itineraries subject to availability, and may not be combined with other offers. Call for details

OCEANIA CRUISES

*Offers and fares are subject to change on 10/1/23. All fares are per person in U.S. dollars, valid for residents of the United States and Canada, based on double occupancy (unless otherwise noted) – except fares for Solo category which are for a single traveler and are based on single occupancy – for new bookings only and may be withdrawn at any time. Free Internet amenity does not include streaming and includes a login for the first two devices per stateroom. Visit OceaniaCruises.com/Internet for more details. simply MORE amenities are per stateroom, based on double occupancy and subject to change; except simply MORE amenities for single travelers who are booked in a Solo category, and are at the per-guest rate. simply MORE free shore excursion credit varies by voyage and is up to $1,600 per stateroom, except for Grand Voyages as amenity value varies according to voyage length, and for single travelers booked in a Solo category as amenity is at the per-guest rate. simply MORE Champagne, Wine, and More amenity is the House Select beverage package and is valued up to $2,800 per stateroom, except for Grand Voyages as amenity value varies according to voyage length, and for single travelers booked in a Solo category as amenity is at the per-guest rate. simply MORE Champagne, Wine, and More amenity is only available during lunch and dinner in onboard restaurants. simply MORE shore excursion credit has no cash value. Not all promotions are combinable. 2 for 1, simply MORE fares are based on published Full Brochure Fares; such fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all suite and stateroom categories and do not include optional charges as detailed in the Guest Ticket Contract, which may be viewed, along with additional terms, at OceaniaCruises.com. simply MORE without airfare does not include airfare or transfers. All fares include government fees & taxes. Premium Economy Air Upgrade is only available when air is purchased through Oceania Cruises. It applies to intercontinental flights only and is priced per person, each way, on select voyages from select gateways, open to all categories for European embarkation and/or disembarkation ports only, based on availability. Not all amenities will be available on all carriers. “Airfare” includes ground transfers, and offer applies to coach, round-trip flights only from the following airports: ATL, BOS, CLT, DCA, DEN, DFW, DTW, EWR, IAD, IAH, JFK, LAX, LGA, MCO, MDW, MIA, ORD, PHL, PHX, SAN, SAV, SEA, SFO, TPA, YOW, YUL, YVR, YYZ. Oceania Cruises reserves the right to assign gateways based on availability for JFK, LGA and MIA. Gateways are subject to change at any time. Free Roundtrip Airport Transfer offer is only available when simply MORE Airfare is purchased through Oceania Cruises. Roundtrip Airport Transfer is included only from the above gateways. Airfare is available from all other U.S. and Canadian gateways for an additional charge. “Airfare” includes all airline fees, surcharges and government taxes. Airline-imposed personal charges such as baggage fees may apply. The privacy and protection of personal data is very important to us, and we collect, use, share and secure that data as described in our privacy policy, which is available on our website at OceaniaCruises.com/legal/privacy-policy. Oceania Cruises reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees, promotions and surcharges at any time. Ships’ Registry: Marshall Islands.

HOLLAND AMERICA LINE

*Featured fares are per person based on double occupancy (cruise or cruisetours only). Taxes, fees & port expenses are additional. Have It All amenities are subject to availability, available for new bookings only, available for 1st/2nd guests only, applicable only to the cruise portion of Alaska cruisetours, and are neither transferable nor refundable. Have It All fares are applicable on select 2023 and 2024 departures and exclude Grand Voyages and any cruise lasting 5 days or less. Signature Beverage Package has a daily limit of 15 beverages, which includes all beverages priced at US$11 or less and beverage service charges. Beverage packages include non-alcoholic beverages such as sodas and specialty coffees. Guests must order beverages one at a time and be 21 years or older for alcoholic beverages. Sharing is not permitted. Beverage management reserves the right to revoke the package if misused and refuse service for any reason, including service of alcoholic beverages to intoxicated guests. Package excludes purchases made in The Shops, from the mini-bar, through 24-hour room service or on Half Moon Cay. Specialty Dining is based on cruise duration and ship type. For 6- to 9-day cruises, guests will receive one night at Pinnacle Grill, Canaletto or Tamarind.

For ships without Tamarind, guests will receive one night at Pinnacle Grill or Canaletto. For 10- to 20-day cruises, guests will receive two nights: one night at Pinnacle Grill and one night at Canaletto or Tamarind. For ships without Tamarind, guests will receive two nights: one night at Pinnacle Grill and one night at Canaletto. For 21+ day cruises (excluding Grand Voyages), guests will receive three nights: one night at Pinnacle Grill, one night at Tamarind and one night at Canaletto. For ships without Tamarind, guests will receive three nights: two nights at Pinnacle Grill and one night at Canaletto. Offer excludes Specialty Dining events in Pinnacle Grill such as Rudi's Sel de Mer, A Taste of De Librije and Cellar Master Dinner. Reservations and dining times will be available to pre-reserve. Shore Excursion offer is based on cruise duration and is per person, not per stateroom. For Alaska cruisetours and 6- to 9-day cruises, eligible guests will receive US$100 Shore Excursion credit per person to apply toward their Shore Excursion purchase(s). For 10- to 20-day cruises, eligible guests will receive US$200 Shore Excursion credit per person to apply toward their Shore Excursion purchase(s). For 21+ day voyages (excluding Grand Voyages), eligible guests will receive US$300 Shore Excursion credit per person to apply toward their Shore Excursion purchase(s). Shore Excursion credit must be used pre-cruise when applied toward an Alaska Cruisetour Land Excursion purchase. Shore Excursion credit must be used on corresponding cruise and is non-refundable. Shore Excursion credit can neither be redeemed for cash, be redeemed for airport transfers nor applied to a non-Shore Excursion item. Wi-Fi Surf Package: Surf your favorite sites, including email, sports, news and general browsing. All onboard Internet usage is subject to Holland America Line's standard policies, which may limit browsing of some sites due to network security and bandwidth usage. Applications that use high bandwidth may be blocked and offerings are subject to change with or without notice. The plan can be activated on any device, but only one device can be actively connected at a time. Upgrades are available once on board for a single day, the remaining duration of the voyage or for adding more devices. Offer applies to 1st/2nd guests in a stateroom only.

HURTIGRUTEN EXPEDITIONS

*Offer is for new bookings, per person, based on occupancy of an inside twin cabin, on a full-board basis, cruise only. Offer is valid for select departures. Offer is not valid for suites or group bookings. Offer includes taxes, fees, and port expenses. Fares are in U.S. dollars. All offers are included in the fares shown. Offer is combinable with Ambassador offer. Offer is capacity-controlled and may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice. Cruises are subject to availability at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.

SILVERSEA

*Air is not available in all countries and to all destinations. Not available in Asia, New Zealand, LATAM, and some countries in Europe. Should you book your air independently or should the desired air not be available, a non-use credit will be offered that you can apply as extra savings to your cruise fare. Reduced Rates Special Business Class upgrades are available only for selected destinations, depending on Silversea's air programme flight schedule. Preand post-cruise hotel nights are included depending on Silversea's air programme flight schedule. Shore Excursions are included in all expedition and classic voyages. Classic voyages include one excursion per port, per day. Private Executive Transfers between home/airport (or port)/home are included for distances of up to 50 miles, and where provided by the operator. Service is not offered in all cities. Visit Blacklane.com for more details. While Silversea strives to serve guests all listed items, some items may be excluded in certain destinations, such as the Galapagos. View additional terms and conditions here. GENERAL EXCLUSIONS: All fares, savings, offers, programmes, and itineraries are subject to change without notice. Any fares shown are per guest, based on double occupancy. Additional restrictions may apply. This document may contain inadvertent technical or factual inaccuracies and typographical errors. Silversea reserves the right to correct errors and omissions at any time without prior notice, and to cancel any offered product, service, programme, reward, savings, credit, amenity, etc. in the event of any error or omission in the description, including pricing and availability. Visit www.silversea.com/terms-and-conditions.html for full offer details and complete Terms and Conditions.

EXPLORA JOURNEYS

*Terms and Conditions: Explora Early Booking Benefit - All journeys and all suite categories, including the Inaugural Journeys Collection, are eligible for this benefit. Journey must be booked more than 105 days before departure for Ocean Terrace and Penthouse, and 180 days prior for Ocean Residences, and full payment is due within 7 days. Our cancellation policy applies. Our Flexible Journeys policy applies. The benefit only applies to the journey fare and not to any additional components or add-ons of the journey experience. After the eligibility period, the benefit will be removed from the booking if the guest cancels or rebooks into a new booking on the same ship and sail date, applies a fare change, or changes the ship or sail date of the booking; certain other changes to the booking may also result in the removal of the offer. The benefit is subject to ship and sail date availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Journey Experience Credits are available on all journeys. Offer is EUR 300 per suite (EUR 150 per solo guest) for 1st & 2nd guest applicable to all suite categories on 7-night or longer Journeys. Extended Journeys would qualify for the same condition where each journey is 7-nights or longer. Journey Experience credits are not combinable with the Hosted Journeys or Journey Together+ programmes. Journey Experience Credits cannot be exchanged, redeemed, or deducted if used or partially used and are non-commissionable. Journey Experience Credits can only be used onboard (credited to guest onboard account) on shipboard expenses and Destination Experiences, and will be offered in euros. Additional terms and conditions may apply.

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