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25 March 2024 09:00

Hurtigruten Appoints Tom Kerss as the World's First Chief Aurora Chaser, Pioneering Unmatched Northern Lights Voyages in Norway

Oslo, Norway (March 25, 2024) – Hurtigruten, the iconic leader in Norwegian coastal voyages, has proudly announced an unprecedented collaboration with Tom Kerss, the esteemed Northern Lights astronomer.
In a historic move, Hurtigruten has appointed Kerss as the world's first Chief Aurora Chaser, solidifying its status as the foremost authority in Northern Lights experiences and promising travel

20 March 2024 10:00

Hurtigruten Extends its Unique Northern Lights Promise for 2024/25 Season and Beyond

Oslo, Norway (March 20, 2024) – Hurtigruten, the iconic leader in Norwegian coastal voyages, has extended its unique Northern Lights Promise to September, allowing travelers to experience one of the world’s most natural wonders for an even longer period.
Hurtigruten has long been synonymous with the best of Norway's natural wonders, and in a commitment to ensuring guests have the best possible

19 March 2024 10:00

HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), World Leader in Sustainable Expedition Travel, announces Alex Dichter as New Chairman

Travel Industry Veteran & Strategist Strengthens Formidable Leadership Team, As Global Expedition Operator Splits From Coastal Operations & Positions Itself For Further Growth
London, 19 March 2024: HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) today announced the appointment of Alex Dichter, Leader of McKinsey’s Global Travel practice, as their new Chairman of the Board. The appointment follows HX`s

18 March 2024 08:12

HX Redefines the Expedition Experience Launching All-Inclusive Offering Across Its Fleet

HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), the global leaders in expedition cruising, have announced plans to further enhance their onboard guest offering. As part of a phased approach, starting with Antarctica & Galápagos expeditions departing in October 2024, they will be introducing an ‘all-inclusive’ offering as standard across the whole fleet from November 2024, covering all destinations.

13 March 2024 08:00

Hurtigruten Named Most Sustainable Brand Within the Travel & Tourism Industry in Norway

Oslo, Norway (March 13, 2024) – Hurtigruten was named the leading sustainable brand in the travel and tourism industry in the latest edition of the Sustainable Brand Index for 2024. Based on a survey among 13,000 Norwegian consumers, Hurtigruten was the only brand in its category to make the top 100. The survey featured 282 brands across 25 industries. SB Insight has been carrying out the survey s

12 January 2024 14:25

HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) Strengthens Global Commercial Leadership Team Following Rebrand

London, United Kingdom (January 12, 2024) - HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), the experts in expedition travel, has announced changes in roles at a global level including Alex Delamere-White’s official appointment as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), following six months as acting interim CCO.
Based out of the new HX HQ in London, Alex will bring the global functions under one leadership model to fu

28 December 2023 19:00

Save up to $4000 this Wave season with Hurtigruten to explore one of the world’s most beautiful coastlines

Hurtigruten, the undisputed expert on Norway and its stunning coastline, is offering discounts of up to $4,000 off per person during the so-called Wave season taking place during the first quarter of 2024.
All three popular products – the Original Coastal Express that celebrated 130 years of operation this summer and the brand-new Svalbard Express and North Cape Express itineraries launched thi

21 December 2023 12:01

Hurtigruten Serves the World’s Best Cheese; Submerges another 4,500 sparkling wine bottles into the ocean

Hurtigruten has been serving the award-winning Nidelven Blå cheese since 2015. Following its initial success with Bubbles of the Sea, another 4,500 sparkling wine bottles have been submerged outside the Norwegian coast to be served next year.
Oslo, Norway (December 21, 2023) – Hurtigruten‘s Coastal Kitchen concept assures guests will not only enjoy some of Norway’s best produce, but also so

14 December 2023 11:43

Hurtigruten and HX Announce Next Phase of Rebrand

New Websites, Social Channels and Visual Identities Unveiled Ahead of Wave Season

HX: Change the way you see the world

Hurtigruten: Live the legend of Norway

Oslo, Norway (December 14, 2023) – HX and sister brand Hurtigruten are unveiling the next phase of their new brand identities following the initial announcement in September. This week, in anticipation of Wave Season, the

14 November 2023 17:00

Hurtigruten Norway Relaunches Three Popular Itineraries Focusing on the Unique, Natural Nordic Light

Hurtigruten Norway reintroduces two land and sea tours and one science-based sailing combining the city lights of Nordic capitals with those of the Aurora Borealis and the Midnight Sun.
Seattle, United States (November 14, 2023) – Hurtigruten Norway is bringing back three popular pre-pandemic itineraries highlighting the unabridged wonders of Nordic culture, anchored to humanity’s continuing fa

9 November 2023 10:00

Hurtigruten Norway Offers Up to 50% Off in its Biggest Black Friday Deal Ever

Hurtigruten Norway’s Black Friday offers are now available through travel advisors, and will be available on its website November 17
Hurtigruten Norway is offering up to 50% off on almost all sailings with the Original Coastal Express, which celebrated 130 years this summer, and the brand-new North Cape Express, which just launched this October, for travel during January 1 and April 31, 2024.

7 November 2023 11:00

HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) Announces 2025-2026 Season Line-up

The world leader in expedition cruising unveils new itineraries in Svalbard, Iceland, the Northwest Passage and Greenland
London, UK (November 7, 2023) – HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), the founders of expedition cruising, announces its 2025-2026 season, doubling down on growth destinations with the introduction of new ports, landings, and itineraries, as well as increased local integration and c