PONANT
Website:	en.ponant.com
About Us
PONANT , with over 25 years of experience, is the only French-flagged cruise line and leader in polar expeditions. PONANT offers distinctive thematic cruise itineraries touching all seven continents. The PONANT fleet consists of three mega-yachts (also known as ‘sister-ships’) which embody the essence of a private luxury yacht, each accommodating only 264-guests; LE BORÉAL, L’AUSTRAL and LE SOLÉAL, and an elegant sailing yacht LE PONANT, accommodating 64 guests . PONANT will launch its fifth ship in May 2015, LE LYRIAL. These luxurious ships sail throughout the year to the unexplored corners of the world including the Poles, Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, Central America, South America,Asia, Australia and New Zealand on cruises ranging from three to 21 nights and including many ports and islands not accessible to large cruise ships. From Five Star Expeditions to themed cruises, the engaging itineraries offer a wealth of fascinating shore excursion programs to ensure that every voyage is a unique and exceptional experience. Pricing is inclusive of all meals, open bar, gratuities, (expedition cruises include shore excursions via Zodiacs) and port fees & taxes. The latest eco-friendly technologies, attentive service, bilingual crew, luxurious staterooms and suites, an elegant, sophisticated cuisine and a chic, yet informal atmosphere offer a cruise experience unlike any other. In addition to the best available shore excursions, enriching lectures our staff-to-guest ratio of 1:2 also guarantees the best in personalized service. Explore destinations at an unhurried pace and let the beauty that surrounds you stir your senses. No matter where your client wishes to travel, PONANT cruises will take them off the beaten path to a whole new world of adventure.