10 May 2022 08:53

Hurtigruten Group launches ESG report – calls for more transparency from travel industry

Hurtigruten Group opens its books on emissions and social responsibility and commits to science-based targets in its new ESG report. The adventure travel group emphasizes how reducing emissions must be the number one goal for travel companies while calling for greater transparency in the industry – particularly from those that operate cruise ships.
“We operate in an industry which negatively i

4 May 2022 10:09

IAATO Appoints New Chair to Executive Committee

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has appointed Tudor Morgan to its leading role. Morgan is VP Government and Industry relations at IAATO member operator Hurtigruten Expeditions.

2 May 2022 02:00

Hurtigruten Expeditions Celebrates Travel Advisor Appreciation Week with Galápagos Incentive

Seattle, WA (May 2, 2022) – Hurtigruten Expeditions, the world’s leading expedition cruise company, is supporting the Travel Advisor Appreciation Week, which takes place May 2-6, with a Galápagos sales incentive. Any travel advisor booking three of the cruise liner’s 9-day Galápagos adventure launched earlier this year for travel in 2022 will receive a free trip on the same itinerary to use for t

8 April 2022 08:26

Got a sustainability project that needs funding? Hurtigruten Foundation wants to hear from you

Deadline for spring 2022 application submissions is May 1st.
Hurtigruten Foundation is inviting communities and organizations along coastal areas and remote destinations, where leading adventure travel company Hurtigruten Group explores, to apply for project funding. Protection of endangered birds in Galapagos, whale research studies on the Pacific Coast and in Antarctica, and an education proj

7 April 2022 11:26

Hurtigruten Expeditions launches record-breaking 2023-24 season

Spanning five continents and more than 150 different itineraries, Hurtigruten Expeditions' new 2023/24 expedition cruises offering includes the widest ever selection of Galápagos, Antarctica, Arctic and West Africa expeditions – along with more sustainable off-the-beaten-path Alaska small-ship exploration.

31 March 2022 08:05

Hurtigruten Norway plans first emission free ship by 2030

Hurtigruten Norway partners with leading research organization SINTEF to create zero emission ships for the Norwegian coast, with the first ready to sail by 2030.
“We are excited to announce our most ambitious sustainability initiative to date; creating solutions for zero emission passenger ships, using the Norwegian coast as the ideal case. Our ambition is to sail an emission-free Hurtigruten

30 March 2022 07:38

Hurtigruten Group strengthens partnership with significant investment in Metropolitan Touring

Hurtigruten Group has acquired a significant minority stake in Metropolitan Touring, one of South America’s leading travel companies and pioneers in the Galápagos Islands.
The long-term investment sees Hurtigruten Group take a 24.9% share in the company with headquarters in Quito, Ecuador, and further demonstrates Hurtigruten Group’s global growth ambitions in the adventure travel market.<

29 March 2022 09:15

Hurtigruten Group strengthens partnership with significant investment in Metropolitan Touring

Hurtigruten Group has acquired a significant minority stake in Metropolitan Touring, one of South America’s leading travel companies and pioneers in the Galápagos Islands.

The long-term investment sees Hurtigruten Group take a 24.9% share in the company with headquarters in Quito, Ecuador, and further demonstrates Hurtigruten Group’s global growth ambitions in the adventure travel mar

14 March 2022 12:18

Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express Introduces Culinary Ambassadors

Ahead of next year’s 130th anniversary, Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express is upping its game even more. Not just considered the most beautiful voyage in the world, it will also be a culinary experience of the senses. Collaborating with local suppliers is a vital part of the company’s food concept, Norway’s Coastal Kitchen, and they have partnered with two extraordinary chefs with close links t

10 March 2022 12:38

Hurtigruten celebrates the Norwegian Coastal Express’ 130-year anniversary with special on-board experiences

Hurtigruten Norway and the Norwegian Coastal Express celebrates 130 years with a special historic anniversary menu and a year-long celebration in 2023.

On 2 July 1893, Captain Richard With and the steamer DS Vesteraalen set sail on the very first sailing of the Norwegian Coastal Express. Ever since, we have been the original coastal voyage – a unique way to experience the Norwegian coast up

2 March 2022 20:06

Hurtigruten Group Announces Black Traveler Advisory Board to Encourage More Inclusivity in Expedition Cruising

Hurtigruten Group, the world’s leading adventure travel company, has launched the Black Traveler Advisory Board (BTAB), a newly appointed group of travel professionals whose focus is increasing visibility and inclusivity of the Black traveler in the expedition cruising industry.

22 February 2022 14:09

Hurtigruten Group CEO honoured for “outstanding achievements” towards sustainability in the tourism industry

Hurtigruten Group CEO Daniel Skjeldam has received the 2022 Honorary Award from the Association of German Travel Journalists (VDRJ) for his “outstanding achievements” in tourism with emphasis on his efforts towards sustainability and for being a “role model” in the industry.
Rüdiger Edelmann, Chairman of the VDRJ said: "The Honorary Award pays tribute to companies and personalities in the trav