We’re kicking off the new year by heading to the coldest, wildest corners of the planet as we’re joined by Akvile, co-founder of the Expedition Cruise Network, to talk all things expedition cruising.
From her unexpected start in the travel industry to spending a decade at Silversea, Akvile shares how expedition cruising went from a niche product to one of the fastest-growing sectors in travel — and why Antarctica remains the ultimate bucket-list destination.
We chat about what really defines an expedition cruise, why ship size matters, and how travel agents can confidently sell high-value trips by matching clients to the right experience. There’s also a big focus on sustainability, responsible tourism, and why promoting lesser-known expedition destinations is more important than ever.
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