Small Ship Cruising from Alaska to Patagonia

10-09-2010

 AdventureSmith Explorations Heralds Golden Age Of Small Ship Cruising with Itineraries from Alaska to Patagonia

 

Tahoe City, CA, Oct. 7, 2010 ˆ AdventureSmith Explorations, the active travel company that secures matches between adventure-seeking clients and a treasure trove of small, expedition ships, announces its 2011 adventure portfolio.  Careful expansion includes water-filled worlds from Patagonia to Alaska and points between on adventure-laden itineraries for small ship cruise aficionados.

 

Todd Smith, AdventureSmith Exploration‚s (www.adventuresmithexplorations.com) owner and founder, said that demand is high for new ships and new destinations.

 

„Almost everywhere the land meets the sea there is a small ship or yacht available for up-close exploration,‰ said Smith. „I feel we are entering a golden age of small ship cruising. As soon as the economy rebounds the small ship market will explode. Travelers and agents are becoming aware of the benefits of this style of travel and discerning voyagers are demanding the more authentic experiences available aboard small ships.‰

 

Following are highlights of AdventureSmith Explorations‚ new 2011 small ship cruise programs:

 

Hawaiian Seascapes

http://www.adventuresmithexplorations.com/itinerarydetails.php/advid/200

The 39-guest Safari Explorer follows paradise across five islands over eight days with time out for excursions by mule, optional golf, scuba diving and snorkeling.  Rates begin at $4,995 per person, double. 2011/2012 Departures run October to May with specified family trips available.

 

Camp Leakey ˆ Faces in the Forest

http://www.adventuresmithexplorations.com/itinerarydetails.php/advid/289

This 11-day trip from Bali to Singapore explores the wildlife, birds and culture of Borneo aboard the luxurious new 100-passenger capacity Orion II. A visit to Camp Leakey in Tanjung Puting National Park is a highlight, viewing the rehabilitation of ex-captive orangutans. Rates from $6,930 per person, double. Dates: Sep 30-Oct 10, Dec 29-Jan 8, 2011 and Jan 8-18, 2012.

 

Glacier Bay Adventure Cruise

http://www.adventuresmithexplorations.com/itinerarydetails.php/advid/160

This wheelchair accessible, six-day cruise for 12 passengers aboard Sea Wolf II is the only cruise to focus on Glacier Bay National Park, spending an entire week in this pristine wilderness.  Rates from $3,500 per person, double. Season runs from May 15 to September 2.

 

Other Alaska small ship programs include Alaska Eastern Coves Adventure Cruise: http://www.adventuresmithexplorations.com/itinerarydetails.php/advid/38 and the return route Alaska Western Coves Adventure Cruise:

http://www.adventuresmithexplorations.com/itinerarydetails.php/advid/
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