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  • 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

  • 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

  • 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 clo

  • 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

  • Hurtigruten Norway kicks off one of Europe's biggest environmental upgrades

    Hurtigruten Norway has initiated one of Europe's largest environmental ship upgrades. With modern technology, the rebuilt ships will cut CO2 emissions by 25 per cent and NOx emissions by as much as 80 per cent.
    With the upgrades, to be completed in 2023, guests can look forward to greener sailings on all of Hurtigruten Norway's seven Norwegian Coastal Express ships.
    "This is the largest env

  • Hurtigruten Group appoints new VP of Digital Solutions

    Hurtigruten Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Gerard Short as its new VP of Digital Solutions for its world leading expedition cruising brand.
    In this newly established position, Gerard will be part of our growing team that will build the next generation of digital products for Hurtigruten Expeditions, which offers more than 250 destinations to over 30 countries including Antarcti

  • Hurtigruten Celebrates Norway’s Reopening

    North American travelers can once again experience ‘the most beautiful voyage in the world’ along the original 1893 route on the famed Coastal Express or by expedition cruise
    Seattle, WA (January 26, 2022) – Hurtigruten, the world leader in exploration travel, is celebrating Norway's reopening as the country will no longer require North American travelers to quarantine for 10 days upon arrival.

  • Climate research and conservation projects receive funding boost from Hurtigruten Foundation

    Seven climate and conservation-focused projects around the world are to receive funding from the Hurtigruten Foundation. The Foundation continues its commitment to support organizations and projects in the local communities around the world where Hurtigruten Group’s portfolio of businesses operate.In the latest round of grants, the Foundation is supporting seven organizations with a total of 500,0

  • Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express launches 2023/24 season

    A luxurious guest lounge in Bergen, menus with fresh and locally sourced ingredients, and sustainable excursions are part of what you will experience onboard the original coastal voyage.
    Hurtigruten has operated the Norwegian Coastal Express since 1893, bringing travelers from all over the world close to everyday life in 34 small and large coastal communities between Bergen and Kirkenes.
    F

  • The silent future of tourism: Hurtigruten Svalbard partners with Volvo Penta to test hybrid vessel

    Hurtigruten Svalbard has teamed up with Volvo Penta to test a new hybrid vessel that will allow guests to experience the wonders of the Arctic archipelago without disturbing the habitat around them.
    The near-silent, Marell M15 cruiser called ‘Kvitbjørn’ (polar bear in English) will allow for fully electric operation in the environmentally sensitive waters around Svalbard, which is hugely popula

  • Remote communities encouraged to apply for funding through Hurtigruten Foundation

    Deadline for 2021 application submissions is November 1st.
    Communities along coastal areas and remote destinations, where leading adventure travel company Hurtigruten Group explores, are encouraged to apply for funding through the Hurtigruten Foundation.
    Hurtigruten Foundation aims to create a lasting, positive impact in the remote places Hurtigruten Group operates by empowering guests to en

  • As Norway reopens, Hurtigruten’s Coastal Express nears normal operations in time for Northern Lights season

    On Saturday, the Norwegian government removed most of the COVID-19 restrictions in Norway.
    “We are very excited to now have the opportunity to give even more guests the unique experience to sail the Norwegian Coast, and let our guests enjoy the wonders of the northern lights under more normal circumstances,” Hurtigruten Norway CEO Hedda Felin said.
    As the Northern Lights season starts, Hurti

  • Travellers encouraged to turn a vacation into a vocation and get involved with Hurtigruten Foundation

    Hurtigruten Foundation will be ‘rebel in the house’ of Hurtigruten Group as travel company forges ahead with ambitious sustainable growth plans.
    Travellers exploring with Hurtigruten are being encouraged to make a lasting impact on the communities they visit by getting involved with Hurtigruten Foundation.
    “We want to turn our guest’s vacation into a vocation. We want to empower travellers t

  • Up to 20% off on the ‘most beautiful voyage in the world’

    Norwegian coastal sailings 2021-23 on sale
    Seattle, WA (May 14, 2021) – With most Canadians ready to resume international travel as soon as it will be allowed, Hurtigruten Norway Coastal Express is offering up to 20% off a number of sailings between this August and May 2023 to explore the Norwegian coastline.
    With 128 years experience of operating along the coast of Norway, no cruise company

  • Up to 20% off on the ‘most beautiful voyage in the world’

    Norwegian coastal sailings 2021-23 on sale
    Seattle, WA (May 14, 2021) – With three-quarters of Americans ready to resume international travel and Europe about to open its borders for approved travelers, Hurtigruten Norway Coastal Express is offering up to 20% off a number of sailings between this August and May 2023 for Americans to explore the Norwegian coastline.
    With 128 years experience

  • Hurtigruten Group CEO Daniel Skjeldam Named 2021 AFAR Travel Vanguard

    CEO Daniel Skjeldam of Hurtigruten Group, the world leader in exploration travel, has been named one of the 2021 AFAR Travel Vanguards. Every year the highly acclaimed magazine AFAR selects key players that inspire both travelers and travel industry leaders to engage with the world more consciously and responsibly.

  • Hedda Felin named CEO of Hurtigruten Norway

    Hurtigruten Group has appointed Hedda Felin CEO of Hurtigruten Norway – where she will take the helm of Hurtigruten’s iconic coastal Norway operations.

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