tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11259272843663122712024-03-13T14:37:13.143-07:00Kimberley Cruise | Australian Adventure CruisesKimberley and North West Australia adventure and expedition cruisesrodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.comBlogger187125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-22353685429113869432024-02-08T19:22:00.000-08:002024-02-08T19:22:27.975-08:00 Coral Expeditions’ Kimberley Cruise to star in new travel documentary <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNNoFg89fkueJ1b6vHJIb6qKa2_HGn8w0BcJzYux4yVhmfoknYIX1zX00wongfBdJH0sKxH3qVvlGFn5LPdmsGPPj0bMXlls3PIyFr3EKzMN_MxYgeLtwDtzg1SMj37-8C52jXEBO7ERii4T_BRIaIySCViyvilurWoQYarFR0WT0EiVDxUhPB2cCIwIo" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="370" data-original-width="594" height="249" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNNoFg89fkueJ1b6vHJIb6qKa2_HGn8w0BcJzYux4yVhmfoknYIX1zX00wongfBdJH0sKxH3qVvlGFn5LPdmsGPPj0bMXlls3PIyFr3EKzMN_MxYgeLtwDtzg1SMj37-8C52jXEBO7ERii4T_BRIaIySCViyvilurWoQYarFR0WT0EiVDxUhPB2cCIwIo=w400-h249" width="400" /></a></div><br /><b>Expedition Kimberley to air nationally on Network Ten Sunday 11th February 2024</b><p></p><p>Coral Expeditions, Australia's pioneering expedition cruise company, invites travel lovers from across Australia to embark on a virtual adventure with its latest documentary, Expedition Kimberley. This short travel film showcases the iconic 10-night voyage traversing the remote Kimberley coast between Broome and Darwin onboard the Coral Discoverer, offering viewers a glimpse into this unique experience and landscape. The documentary, the first of a multi-part expedition series, will air on Network Ten at 3:30pm this Sunday, reaching audiences in the metro markets of Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, and Perth. For those who miss the broadcast or wish to relive the adventure, Expedition Kimberley will be available on TenPlay and the Coral Expeditions website afterwards. <span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p>Key Highlights: </p><p>Insights from Guests and Crew: The documentary offers unique perspectives from guests onboard discovering the Kimberley coast and expedition cruising for the first time. Viewers will gain valuable insights from Coral Expeditions' Australian crew, providing an understanding of the journey and a taste of the renowned experience awaiting explorers. </p><p>Unveiling the Kimberley Coast: Expedition Kimberley captures the day-to-day itinerary of Coral Expeditions' 10-night Kimberley cruise, highlighting the unique experience and style of exploring this remote region on a small ship. Viewers will discover the power of nature at the magnificent King George River and its towering twin falls, explore ancient rock art with expert guides, and observe diverse marine life and cascading waters at Montgomery Reef. From the thrill of riding the Horizontal Falls in inflatable Zodiac tender vessels to the sunset drinks on Winyalkan beach with newfound friends, the documentary provides an authentic and inspiring representation of what future travellers can expect to experience. </p><p>Capturing the wild and rugged landscape: The production captures visuals and stories that not only immerse viewers in the grandeur of the Kimberley landscapes but also take you on a journey of entertainment, education, and inspiration. This documentary promises to leave you with a new understanding of what it is to embark on an expedition cruise. </p><p>Expedition Kimberley is an invitation to explore, discover, and connect with one of the most awe-inspiring landscapes on earth. Whether you're a seasoned expedition cruiser or new to this style of travel, this film promises to ignite the spirit of adventure within you. This will be the first episode in a series of voyages offered by Coral Expeditions with the following episodes to focus on Tasmania, the Great Barrier Reef and the Cape York, Torres Straits and Arnhem Land regions. </p><p><a href="https://coralexpeditions.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a3dcbc7ee7fb0b75927145583&id=f91133ce0a&e=3e0d960580" target="_blank">Click here to view the Trailer.</a> </p><p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEijN8LVkyWf8TvrFX6c1HVtd0upk0aPLs62dE62PwBT_JeS0vzX577enJHYP24UYDul6jrQWdbJiRFig-hEJdcmMUx9WfCQLmZyz8OnQq8O9ja7l2lBq132_7B8n4iVt9we_c5nSueX_jYv58wHjP5HlRrQSi8C_hEmn_eCFNay-g64YRN5_EljH-3DbPo" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="" data-original-height="127" data-original-width="360" height="141" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEijN8LVkyWf8TvrFX6c1HVtd0upk0aPLs62dE62PwBT_JeS0vzX577enJHYP24UYDul6jrQWdbJiRFig-hEJdcmMUx9WfCQLmZyz8OnQq8O9ja7l2lBq132_7B8n4iVt9we_c5nSueX_jYv58wHjP5HlRrQSi8C_hEmn_eCFNay-g64YRN5_EljH-3DbPo=w400-h141" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b style="text-align: left;">Book your Kimberley Adventure with <a href="https://www.expeditioncruisespecialists.com/destinations/kimberley" target="_blank">Expedition Cruise Specialists</a> </b></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /></p>rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-82083538964403189372024-01-05T20:46:00.000-08:002024-01-05T21:52:23.152-08:00Save up to $2000 per couple with Expedition Cruise Specialists<span style="font-size: xx-small;">#expeditioncruising .</span> <p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd0d3OgnLHfQz07ZytO2eW57Nyakj8xx-cIwcXanOwb4x0FeIWRapHM6NfLVFsGfYQEwGkCSJVw7Q4m6mbBuPkYTDrV2G_L_gjwDDsXzpHwX3sxR0ncQUQU0cg4GP4JNyh5Ia0vYqhXlWY-URqe7VTUrIXdviJFYBMsSAHL9qAfYE-MvfbWXMJCfQ1LIg/s1500/Reef%20Prince%20Horizontal%20Falls.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="1500" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd0d3OgnLHfQz07ZytO2eW57Nyakj8xx-cIwcXanOwb4x0FeIWRapHM6NfLVFsGfYQEwGkCSJVw7Q4m6mbBuPkYTDrV2G_L_gjwDDsXzpHwX3sxR0ncQUQU0cg4GP4JNyh5Ia0vYqhXlWY-URqe7VTUrIXdviJFYBMsSAHL9qAfYE-MvfbWXMJCfQ1LIg/w400-h300/Reef%20Prince%20Horizontal%20Falls.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Horizontal Falls Thrill Ride</td></tr></tbody></table><br />Expedition Cruise Specialists is offering savings of $2,000 per couple on <a href="https://draft.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/2233448968069333748/8673576037785892179#" target="_blank">Reef Prince’s Kimberley Waterfalls expedition</a>, departing Broome on 23rd March 2024.<span></span><p></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p>Ideally timed to experience the Kimberley’s big waterfalls at their magnificent best, this 12-day small-ship cruise traces Western Australia’s Kimberley Coast from Broome to Darwin, taking in must-see icons including King George Falls and Montgomery Reef, King Cascades, ancient indigenous art and the world-renowned Horizontal Falls in Talbot Bay.</p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfxTSTvhn9enaMZwPz_6GoUPVye4PFQFmACgV8PVhP3f6ba299QXZzGc3YhL4pDE-4qMJgiUqZDUZ1JZfdR6H7btFIZeCXjK3ZHP2gjoL3xqm1mkpDvoNzwp672gujcdg8T-hxO6BQXa07EBQZIxowaGyYDhaKiPtXp5tYwBs3-XpwuipnhrKKWFfckCg/s1800/King-Goerge-Reef-Prince.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1800" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfxTSTvhn9enaMZwPz_6GoUPVye4PFQFmACgV8PVhP3f6ba299QXZzGc3YhL4pDE-4qMJgiUqZDUZ1JZfdR6H7btFIZeCXjK3ZHP2gjoL3xqm1mkpDvoNzwp672gujcdg8T-hxO6BQXa07EBQZIxowaGyYDhaKiPtXp5tYwBs3-XpwuipnhrKKWFfckCg/w400-h266/King-Goerge-Reef-Prince.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Spectacular King George Falls</td></tr></tbody></table><br />According to Expedition Cruise Specialists General Manager Andrew Castles, “There’s nothing quite like experiencing the Kimberley Coast right after the wet season rains” he said. “As you cruise up the King George River you can hear the thunder of the falls before you see them, and once they come into view it’s simply breathtaking”.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCQ_FCbGBokQHDIHI2KxwIDWw-c45dkxRyorilBG6EPAHoCMvbWzpTUISKH-vkOb-1-v4R0HPZLIOB461Y3zI4mi-4ZbEvMLbInaSbxkj5Jj21A3jNBUmkGT_bS-sqNxSiF9uN6y5UW8lLNjEb2CwhipWXD9DJIhQue0WxFq_HcMvdgOtwAqbapYVwYNQ/s1200/Reef%20Prince%20at%20King%20George%20Falls.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1124" data-original-width="1200" height="188" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCQ_FCbGBokQHDIHI2KxwIDWw-c45dkxRyorilBG6EPAHoCMvbWzpTUISKH-vkOb-1-v4R0HPZLIOB461Y3zI4mi-4ZbEvMLbInaSbxkj5Jj21A3jNBUmkGT_bS-sqNxSiF9uN6y5UW8lLNjEb2CwhipWXD9DJIhQue0WxFq_HcMvdgOtwAqbapYVwYNQ/w200-h188/Reef%20Prince%20at%20King%20George%20Falls.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Accommodating just 36 travellers, the stylish <i><a href="https://www.expeditioncruising.com/p/introducing-reef-prince-from-kimberley.html" target="_blank">Reef Prince</a></i> offers five grades of accommodation, including four highly sought-after State Class cabins. The itinerary includes daily excursions ashore to explore the Kimberley wilderness, in the company of expert local guides. Back on board, guests will savour the best of Western Australian dining, complemented by freshly-caught Kimberley seafood.<p></p><p>The $2,000 per couple discount off normal cruise prices applies when you make a new booking on the 23rd March 2024 cruise between 04 January and 23 March 2024, or until sold out. Discounted prices start from $12,595 per person, twin share.</p><p>For more information about this deal visit <a href="https://www.expeditioncruisespecialists.com/destinations/kimberley/reef-prince-kimberley-darwin-broome-12">https://www.expeditioncruisespecialists.com/destinations/kimberley/reef-prince-kimberley-darwin-broome-12</a> or Freecall 1800 90 20 80.</p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p>
<iframe allowtransparency="true" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?app_id=259616500730113&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expeditioncruising.com%2F&send=false&layout=box_count&width=450&show_faces=true&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=90" style="border: none; height: 90px; overflow: hidden; width: 450px;"></iframe></p><p></p>rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-69850050457945926952023-03-14T16:30:00.007-07:002023-03-14T16:45:17.134-07:00Seabourn to explore Kimberley starting 2024<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52747502047_1aefb07d5f_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="800" height="225" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52747502047_1aefb07d5f_o.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p>Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury ocean voyages and expedition travel, has announced it will sail to The Kimberley in 2024 aboard its new expedition ship, Seabourn Pursuit, marking the line’s first visit to the region. The new voyages include six 10-day voyages between Broome and Darwin that will take place over June, July, and August 2024.</p><p>A once-in-a-lifetime expedition, The Kimberley is one of the most remote destinations on Earth, renowned for its otherworldly landscapes, abundant wildlife, and culture that dates back some 50,000 years. </p><p>Seabourn Pursuit is designed and built for diverse environments and includes modern hardware and technology that extends the ship’s global deployment and capabilities. Along with an attentive crew providing every level of Seabourn’s renowned service, the ship is staffed with a world-class 24-person Expedition Team whose role is to give guests the most from expeditions on land and at sea. Comprised of highly regarded wilderness experts, scientists, historians and naturalists, the team will regularly interact with guests, providing in-depth insights into the history, ecology and culture of the places they visit. </p><p><a href="https://www.expeditioncruising.com/2023/03/seabourns-2024-kimberley-season-on-sale.html" target="_blank">MORE</a></p><p> </p>rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-37661321087898416542022-10-23T19:49:00.002-07:002023-02-19T22:19:33.971-08:00PONANT's new expedition ship for 2024 Kimberley Se...<a href="https://www.expeditioncruising.com/2022/10/ponants-new-expedition-ship-for-2024.html?spref=bl">Expedition Cruising | Adventure Cruising | Small Ship Cruises: PONANT's new expedition ship for 2024 Kimberley Se...</a>: #expeditioncruising . PONANT has unveiled their highly anticipated 2024 Kimberley sailing expedition season with its newest PONANT EXPLORER ...
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Email us for details.</h1>rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-6446106579035061532022-08-21T19:22:00.000-07:002022-10-15T18:28:45.828-07:00Podcast: Cruising Australia's Kimberley<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHIQWiHMlkxTf3l9BWEf9B7bxU5a0-GWfs1lz1Mif3nxc0WXPZIas48rje6moL-P3V-HGTC6d3NTx1iagOM-30VcP8gZ4Hs6sKfg6_Ej5BXbAU4ib_eo1gH8AJjPydCbsDSRkGeqcNKwJaE-ujcAMHHu7Y-dalB_KrSBWCnNFDjpSzqNUYoOmXflIO/s2500/MS_KG%20ST%202.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="849" data-original-width="2500" height="136" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHIQWiHMlkxTf3l9BWEf9B7bxU5a0-GWfs1lz1Mif3nxc0WXPZIas48rje6moL-P3V-HGTC6d3NTx1iagOM-30VcP8gZ4Hs6sKfg6_Ej5BXbAU4ib_eo1gH8AJjPydCbsDSRkGeqcNKwJaE-ujcAMHHu7Y-dalB_KrSBWCnNFDjpSzqNUYoOmXflIO/w400-h136/MS_KG%20ST%202.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p>ExpeditionCruising.com editor, Roderick Eime, chats with ABC Nightlife's Philip Clark about cruising in Australia's Kimberley. </p><p><a href="https://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/nightlife/kimberly/101359586">https://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/nightlife/kimberly/101359586</a></p>rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-2357336006075730652022-07-12T00:53:00.005-07:002022-07-12T00:53:58.359-07:00APT Expedition Cruise in Australia’s remote North West<p><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/7450/26214982213_984faa2422_b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="665" height="320" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/7450/26214982213_984faa2422_b.jpg" width="266" /></a></p><p>There are few true wilderness destinations left on the planet and one of the most significant is right here on our doorstep.</p><p>Australia’s Kimberley in our North West has been voted as the top adventure cruise destination for Australians and is quickly ranking high on the global chart for ‘must do’ expedition cruising.</p><p>While even a short exposure to this almost alien environment is enough to shift your perception of life on Earth, a thorough exploration of this remote coastline is even more transformational.</p><p>A journey such as APT’s 11-night ‘Kimberley Coast Cruise’ aboard the very comfortable and spacious, 114-passenger <i>Caledonian Sky</i> is one such comprehensive wilderness adventure that encompasses all the key locations that make Australia’s North West such a stunning and bewitching destination.</p><p>Smaller cruise ships like APT’s <i>Caledonian Sky,</i> afford guests the opportunity to investigate the spectacular landscapes and natural wonders up close. Take the wild, turbulent ride through the incredible horizontal waterfalls in Talbot Bay fed by the torrential 10-metre tides, cruise among the swirling eddies and whirlpools around Montgomery Reef as it appears to rise from the depths like a returning Atlantis or hike to the awe-inspiring Wandjina rock art gallery at Raft Point for a glimpse of life long before the first Europeans and you might begin to get a feel for this prehistoric wonderland.</p><p>APT’s expedition visits the less-frequently visited Prince Regent River in the northern region where you’ll have the rare opportunity to view the mysterious Gwion Gwion (aka Bradshaw) rock art that some experts believe could be the oldest known to man. The debate among anthropologists and ethnographers as the to their age, origin and meaning has been simmering for decades.</p><p>The mighty waterfalls of the Kimberley will not fail to leave a lasting impact on even transient visitors. The majesty of King George Falls in full flight ranks up there with Victoria Falls and Niagara in terms of sheer beauty, if not water volume. Cruise operators like APT, bring their tenders so close that your whole body will shudder as the cascade plummets 80 metres into the river, enveloping you in a dense, misty spray.</p><p>APT’s itinerary operates in both directions between Broome and Darwin from May until August giving you the chance to spend a few days at either end. In the intriguing frontier township of Broome, the region’s unofficial capital, or Darwin. A mixture of preserved frontier village and modern go-ahead business, Broome never forgets its roots, carved out of the dust and mud by graziers, pearlers, fishers and miners from numerous ethnic backgrounds over more than a century. </p><p>Why not take the opportunity to extend your experience and explore inland with one of APT’s acclaimed 4WD Land Touring trips and see firsthand such wonders as the Bungle Bungles (Purnululu National Park) or the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kakadu.</p><p><br /></p>rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-37423841609886394372022-05-04T18:03:00.003-07:002022-05-04T18:09:36.727-07:00PONANT's new sailing expeditions in the Kimberley aboard Le Ponant for 2023<p><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52050984218_36c6472d62_b.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="615" data-original-width="800" height="308" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52050984218_36c6472d62_b.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /> <span style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e;">PONANT is set to take luxury expeditions at sea to another level in 2023 announcing the planned arrival to Australian waters of the company’s iconic 32 guest, three-masted sailing yacht </span><i style="color: #262f3e;">Le Ponant</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e;"> for the 2023 Kimberley season. <span></span></span></span><p></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Born out of a desire to create a more exclusive and unique experience for guests to journey through their own remote and ancient Kimberley landscapes in luxury, the <i>Le Ponant </i>sailing experience has been meticulously crafted in an extensive and exclusive partnership with Australia’s prestigious Paspaley Group.</span></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Commencing operations in April 2023, PONANT will once again push the boundaries of expedition travel with new bespoke itineraries, showcasing the immense beauty of the Kimberley onboard the 32-passenger luxury sailing yacht. Led by PONANT’s world-renowned expedition and destination experts, guests will be able to experience a breathtaking sailing environment as well as shore landings on our state-of-the-art Zodiac boats. To add to the unique experience, an exclusive and private scenic flight onboard one of Paspaley’s vintage Grumman Mallard flying boats will take guests from or to their embarkation point, as well as private access to Paspaley’s pearl operations in Kuri Bay.</span></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">“It is exciting to be partnering with the Paspaley Group in creating and delivering a new concept of luxury sailing expeditions in Australia’s north-west.” PONANT Chairman Asia Pacific, Sarina Bratton AM, said.</span></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Le Ponant</i> will join the company’s two other small luxury expedition ships <i>Le Lapérouse</i> and <i>Le Soléal</i>, already present in the region, having restarted post-pandemic Kimberley operations in April 2022.</span></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">“This unique experience will see the third ship of the PONANT fleet to be based in the Asia Pacific region, showcasing Australia, promoting sustainability at sea and creating compelling travel experiences in barefoot luxury,” she said. </span></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tailored by expedition leaders and naturalist guides over a raft of new itineraries, PONANT’s expertise and signature travel visions onboard <i>Le Ponant </i>highlight the unique mix of adventure, sustainability and refined French-inspired service and hospitality. </span></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52051442470_c52ea131d0_b.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="621" data-original-width="800" height="311" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52051442470_c52ea131d0_b.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Mick Fogg, Director of Expeditions and Destination Development, Asia Pacific, said the Kimberley luxury sailings have been crafted to be fully flexible itineraries. </span></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">“We have created these very special sailings with flexible itineraries, allowing us to design the best possible experience for guests. Taking into account the time of year and enormous tides the region is famous for, each voyage will offer a combination of iconic locations and hidden gems, showcasing the remarkable beauty of this magnificent coastline,” he said. </span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><i><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></i></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The newly refurbished <i>Le Ponant</i> has been transformed to offer guests a truly unique travel experience. Having been entirely renovated with a sleek, sophisticated design by Jean-Philippe Nuel Studio, the result is an intimate setting with only 16 staterooms for a maximum of 32 guests. The yacht offers an invitation to sail and experience the wonders of the world on a journey that combines voyage and eco-responsibility. <i>Le Ponant</i>, the company’s historic yacht, has been reflecting PONANT’s ongoing commitment to responsible tourism since its beginning. </span></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52051442520_af07c9b752_b.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="534" data-original-width="800" height="267" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52051442520_af07c9b752_b.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Now fitted with the latest technical innovations, the ambition to reduce <i>Le Ponant’s</i> emissions is more relevant than ever. Every element has been thoroughly thought through with meticulous attention to detail and a strong emphasis on tailoring the experience to the destination and focusing on local heritage. Everything has been designed with environmental and cultural protection in mind.</span></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The new itineraries onboard <i>Le Ponant</i> will be available for booking later in May 2022, along with a selection of pre and post land arrangements including El Questro, Berkeley River Lodge and Broome accommodation. These will be combined with 7-14 night luxury sailing experiences from April to October 2023 in the Northern and Southern Kimberley regions.</span></div><p style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div style="background-color: white; color: #262f3e; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Learn more about <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://au.ponant.com/le-ponant&source=gmail&ust=1651798608047000&usg=AOvVaw2W2TIIIDTk_pTjZKjfLwdx" href="https://au.ponant.com/le-ponant" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;"><i>Le Ponant</i></span></a><span style="color: blue; text-decoration-line: underline;"><i>.</i></span></span></div>rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-69336477701116516842022-04-04T16:22:00.002-07:002022-04-04T16:22:20.890-07:00Kimberley cruising for all Australians to resume from April 2022<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpnonImqAsrSItIac3nL-E1aSTTzWaRLL1uLOxCKdeGT6zs4uhw-sGXDW2XHJpUYqlzFD6H88UtlIfZzBi5DZao15o_A3D6YrCLBl6O5u_IPf-FQ0OwilhCQXUdZoVLPphHUz-dglsm3kWvdTAN_sAXj0zBcqfTu21uOszaLYpxV9pLusC84Sj3uC5/s1517/MS_KG%20ST%202.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="515" data-original-width="1517" height="136" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpnonImqAsrSItIac3nL-E1aSTTzWaRLL1uLOxCKdeGT6zs4uhw-sGXDW2XHJpUYqlzFD6H88UtlIfZzBi5DZao15o_A3D6YrCLBl6O5u_IPf-FQ0OwilhCQXUdZoVLPphHUz-dglsm3kWvdTAN_sAXj0zBcqfTu21uOszaLYpxV9pLusC84Sj3uC5/w400-h136/MS_KG%20ST%202.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Interstate expedition cruises with a maximum of 350 people on board can resume from 17 April, reports Cruise Weekly.<p></p><p>The West Australian Government has this morning announced the "safe and staged resumption" of cruising, which ensures that the upcoming Kimberley season can go ahead.</p><p>The move involves "stringent measures and protocols" which will be released by WA's Chief Health Officer, with a starting point allowing ships with a maximum of 350 guests and crew to operate in the state.</p><p>All cruise vessels operating in WA are required to have a COVID-19 management plan, with all crew and passengers double dose vaccinated with a booster if eligible.</p><p>From 01 October 2022, Fremantle and other regional WA port destinations will be able to welcome the safe return of larger cruise ships for their upcoming season, with Cunard's Queen Elizabeth anticipated to be the first of the larger vessels to visit Fremantle on 07 November.</p><p>.</p>rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-21554782742928592612019-08-14T04:30:00.000-07:002019-08-14T04:39:53.118-07:00Expedition Cruise Specialists launches The Ghan & Coral Adventurer's Kimberley program<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Australia’s Expedition Cruise Specialists have just released their 2020 The Ghan & Coral Adventurer’s Kimberley program, combining two of Australia’s most iconic journeys into one epic 16-day package.<br />
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The itinerary, which commences in Adelaide and concludes in Broome, includes two nights Gold Class travel through the Red Centre to Darwin aboard the legendary Ghan. Guests will be able to enjoy fine dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant carriage, accompanied by a curated list of Australian wines, beers and spirits. There’s also included off-train excursions in both Alice Springs and Katherine, with a cruise through stunning Nitmiluk Gorge a highlight.<br />
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On arrival in the Top End capital Darwin, there’s three nights of included four-star accommodation, allowing ample time to explore the sites and perhaps even experience some of the region’s National Parks.<br />
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The second half of the journey takes travellers on a voyage showcasing Western Australia’s outback Kimberley Coast aboard the stylish expedition ship Coral Adventurer. Launch in May 2019, the 120-passenger, 93-metre Coral Adventurer promises travellers the opportunity to experience all the icons of this remote coastline in total comfort and style.<br />
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Making use of the Kimberley’s most flexible range of excursion craft, expeditioners aboard Coral Adventurer will be able to get up close and personal with majestic waterfalls including King George and Mitchell Falls, explore the exposed corals of Montgomery Reef at low tide and ride zodiacs through the Horizontal Falls of Talbot Bay, considered by renowned documentary film-maker Sir David Attenborough to be ‘one of the greatest natural wonders of the world’.<br />
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Led by an experienced expedition team and knowledgeable guest lecturers, there will also be ample time to seek out the Kimberley’s ancient rock art, including the mysterious Bradshaw (Gwion Gwion) Paintings. A further highlight will be travelling ashore in Careening Bay to witness the famed Mermaid Boab Tree, 2020 marks the 200th anniversary of the tree’s ‘HMS Mermaid 1820’ inscription, originally carved by a Mermaid crew member during Phillip Parker King’s coastal survey in 1820.<br />
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There are eight departures of The Ghan & Coral Adventurer’s Kimberley program being offered in 2020, with prices starting at just $11,990 per person, twin share for Gold Class travel aboard The Ghan, three nights 4-star accommodation in Darwin and a ten-night Kimberley cruise in a Coral Deck Stateroom aboard the new Coral Adventurer. Guests also have the option to upgrade their travel to Platinum service aboard the Ghan and Balcony Staterooms while cruising the coast.<br />
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The full schedule of 2020 departures from Adelaide is:<br />
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12 April 2020<br />
03 May 2020<br />
24 May 2020<br />
14 June 2020<br />
05 July 2020<br />
26 July 2020<br />
16 August 2020<br />
06 September 2020<br />
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For bookings and information contact Expedition Cruise Specialists on 1800 90 20 80 or visit <a href="https://www.expeditioncruisespecialists.com/destinations/kimberley/ghan-coral-adventurer">https://www.expeditioncruisespecialists.com/destinations/kimberley/ghan-coral-adventurer</a></div>
rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-28544527772794136962019-05-21T21:53:00.001-07:002019-05-21T21:54:55.560-07:00Travelmarvel Kimberley Coast Cruising<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nZ87ZOxh8kI/XOTVyBMDioI/AAAAAAABvBA/lqny6AXzoioyTD1mNnPvg3WEKwokFmbIQCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/t-ships-coral-adventurer-kimberley-coast-dji-processed-0061-edit-supplied%2Brsz-707843.jpg"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nZ87ZOxh8kI/XOTVyBMDioI/AAAAAAABvBA/lqny6AXzoioyTD1mNnPvg3WEKwokFmbIQCK4BGAYYCw/s400/t-ships-coral-adventurer-kimberley-coast-dji-processed-0061-edit-supplied%2Brsz-707843.jpg" width="400" /></a><br /><br />Join premium tour operator <a href="http://www.travelmarvel.com.au/">Travelmarvel</a> for a breathtaking adventure along Australia's most remote coastline. The online launch of Travelmarvel's four Kimberley Coast Cruising 2020 explorations showcases the iconic coastline of the Kimberley and Top End, and features 10-nights aboard the recently launched Coral Adventurer. <br /><br />From humpback whales and sharks to dugongs, green turtles and crocodiles, there is plenty of marine life to see on a Kimberley Coast Cruise. And you'll be left in awe at the deep gorges of the Kimberley Coast where these creatures live. See the tumbling, 80 metre drop of the King George Falls and the terraced King Cascades. The tidal phenomenon of Horizontal Falls is one of the word's natural wonders, and the ideal place to take to a Zodiac for an up-close exploration.<br /><br />NEW SHIP: All Aboard The Coral Adventurer<br /><br />Launched in April 2019, the new expedition ship, the Coral Adventurer, is the best ticket to experiencing the unspoiled nature of the Kimberley in comfort and style. Get up close to the region's hidden beaches and towering waterfalls aboard the trademark Xplorer tenders which have been specially designed for ease of access. <br /><br />On board, you can expect friendly and professional service from every staff member – no request is too big or small for your carefully chosen crew. The contemporary facilities including the Bridge Deck and Observation Lounge are great places to take in the inspiring red ochre rocks and glittering water. What's more, cuisine on board celebrates the region, and can be enjoyed indoors or out, depending on your mood and the weather. <div>
<br />TRAVELMARVEL FAVOURITE: Kimberley Coast Cruise<br /><br />Get down to the basics on this 12-day exploration of the Kimberley. Kicking off with a night in Darwin, board the Coral Adventurer and set off on a journey along the Top End. This thrilling adventure starts at $10,295 per person, twin share, including Earlybird and Early Payment discounts totaling $1,400 per couple. <br /><br />Be whisked by a Zodiac to the base of King George Falls, and through Horizontal Falls. Indulge in a delicious range of canapes and drinks at sunset in Winyalken Bay. Discover the stunning terraced rock formations of King Cascades. These are just some of the major highlights of a Kimberley Coast Cruise. Take the chance to learn about the region's rich history and culture by exploring some of the Kimberley's most well-preserved Bradshaw (Gwion Gwion) rock art, and venture to the pristine beaches of the aptly-named Tranquil Bay. <br /><br />Of course, if 12 days isn't quite enough, Travelmarvel also offers a range of more in-depth holidays across Kimberley and the Top End, where explorations of Kakadu National Park, El Questro, and the beautiful west coast are plenty. <br /><br />For further information, please call 1300 196 420, or visit <a href="http://www.travelmarvel.com.au/">www.travelmarvel.com.au</a>.<br /><br />TRAVELMARVEL: Fun, exciting and hassle-free – Travelmarvel holidays are designed for those who seek premium organised travel on their own terms. Ensuring the best possible value, each holiday offers a high standard of service and comprehensive inclusions, as well as extras that cater to individual interests. <a href="http://www.travelmarvel.com.au/">www.travelmarvel.com.au</a> <br /></div>
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Compelling reasons to visit the Kimberley with PONANT, world leader of luxury expedition cruising.<br />
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Explore one of the oldest of regions on earth aboard one of the newest of ships.<br />
Act quickly to secure one of the final staterooms available on a PONANT Kimberley voyage and enjoy an immersive expedition from onboard Le Lapérouse - the youngest and most environmentally sustainable vessel in the Kimberley.<br />
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<li>A limited number of staterooms remain available spread across a range of 10-night voyages between May and August 2019. </li>
<li>Alternatively, consider selecting one of the 10 voyages scheduled for 2020.</li>
<li>Limited offer: book your first cruise with PONANT before 30 April 2019, and save up to A$1,600 per stateroom*</li>
<li>Details available at https://au.ponant.com, or download the e-brochure at http://fr.calameo.com/read/00013242371a50cf540c3 </li>
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All PONANT Kimberley expedition voyages are accompanied by an experienced Expedition Team, experts in their fields, keen to share their knowledge and enthusiasm and give guests a greater understanding of this unique region when exploring ashore during one of the regular exploration opportunities, or onboard with informative presentations and casual discussions.<br />
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Harsh yet magnificent. Seemingly uninhabitable, yet inhabited for perhaps 40,000 years. You will return home with multiple memories and photos of vertiginous waterfalls, towering sandstone walls, horizons of intense blue sky and contrasting mauve peach sunsets. Exploring with the expedition team in Zodiacs, watch for a slight disturbance in the mangroves - home to the world’s largest living reptile, the saltwater crocodile.<br />
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Marvel at extraordinary tidal movements and view truly ancient Gwion Gwion Aboriginal rock art galleries. These intricate and complex depictions of the human form may be more than 5 times older than Egyptian Hieroglyphs.<br />
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Optional excursions include helicopter flights up to the Mitchell Falls and plateau, an exclusive scenic flight in a vintage Paspaley Grumman Mallard and a fast boat ride through the Horizontal Falls!<br />
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2019 is the inaugural Kimberley season for the first of six new Explorer class ships entering the PONANT fleet, Le Lapérouse providing the benefits of visiting this pristine wilderness onboard the most eco-sensitive of vessels in the region.<br />
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“Le Lapérouse offers all the accoutrements of luxury travel and amenities - including an infinity-edge pool and sea view spa - however its compact size, with just 92 staterooms and suites, all with balconies, allows for the personalised style of service PONANT is known for. Importantly, smaller size provides access to remote parts of the world where large ships simply cannot contemplate venturing” says Monique Ponfoort, Vice President PONANT Asia Pacific.<br />
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<li><a href="https://au.ponant.com/exploring-kimberley" target="_blank">Why explore the Kimberley with PONANT</a>: </li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWFtuNh4snM" target="_blank">Experience a glimpse of PONANT’s Kimberley Luxury Expeditions here</a>: [watch] </li>
<li><a href="https://au.ponant.com/mick-fogg-interview/" target="_blank">And hear more about the Kimberley from Expedition Leader Mick Fogg here</a>: </li>
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Nineteen 10 night voyages between Darwin and Broome (or vice versa) during 2019 and 2020 currently available from A$11,150 pp(1), in Deluxe Stateroom with private balcony on board Le Lapérouse.<br />
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Book your first PONANT Cruise before 30 April 2019, and receive A$1,600 savings per stateroom (A$800 per person)*<br />
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2019 LAST STATEROOMS for the Kimberley! 9 Departures between May and August 2019.<br />
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2020 KIMBERLEY DEPARTURES - Book your 2020 cruise now and also benefit from the highest PONANT Bonus - Save up to 20% per person!^<br />
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The Kimberley coastline extends over 12,000 kilometres and contains more than 2,500 islands. On board, the luxury expedition small ship Le Lapérouse experience all the coast has to offer in extreme comfort with a highly attentive crew to look after you.<br />
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With every stateroom on Le Lapérouse featuring a private balcony, this is a very civilised way to explore a remarkably remote destination, imbued with PONANT’s trademark dash of panache.<br />
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Launched in July 2018, Le Lapérouse is now positioned in Australian, Melanesian and New Zealand waters as part of its inaugural season of voyages in 2019, returning again in 2020.<br />
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With 30 years of expedition voyage experience, PONANT’s purpose-built luxury expedition ships bring the same high operational standards to the Kimberley operated in the Arctic and Antarctica – the only ships to do so and reflective of<br />
PONANT’s position as the world leader in luxury expeditions.<br />
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In addition to visiting areas with high concentrations of saltwater crocodiles, the voyages coincide with prime time for observing the largest population of migrating Humpback whales in the world - estimated to be over 36,000 individuals or more - and with a compact ship and 10 Zodiacs this is potentially another exciting experience.<br />
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PONANT’s itineraries include classic must-see Kimberley highlights - the Hunter River, King George Falls, Mitchell Falls, Montgomery Reef and Horizontal Falls, as well as a number of rarely visited other destinations.<br />
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Details of all PONANT Kimberley expeditions including itineraries, pricing and shore excursion highlights are available at https://<a href="https://au.ponant.com/">au.ponant.com </a><br />
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<a href="https://au.ponant.com/">Contac</a>t PONANT on Australia: 1300 737 178 or + 612 8459 5000 / New Zealand: 0800 767 018, or email <a href="mailto:reservations.aus@ponant.com">reservations.aus@ponant.com</a> for bookings.</div>
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rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-28252668730100772172019-01-22T01:25:00.001-08:002022-07-12T00:55:56.052-07:00Captivating Kimberley: cruising Australia’s North West<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b>Weathered by eons of rain, wind and sea spray, these cliffs are almost as old as the Earth itself. </b><br />
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<i>Roderick Eime revisits Australia's amazing North West</i><br />
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As you cast your eyes on the golden hues of the savagely weathered stone edifices along the Hunter and Prince Regent Rivers, laid down by the same ancient waterways almost two billion years ago, you are seeing a snapshot of our planet so old, it predates the earliest forms of multicellular life by hundreds of millions of years.<br />
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rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-47780247467706132532018-12-31T03:27:00.002-08:002019-03-31T21:32:13.389-07:00True North Cruises in the Kimberley<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Words: Roderick Eime<br />
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The rugged and foreboding Kimberley region of north-western Australia has a fearsome reputation for both its unforgiving environment and ability to draw adventure travellers from all over the world!<br />
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The sheer cliffs, raging tides, carnivorous wildlife and inhospitable landscape effectively deterred the early 17th Century Dutch mariners from further exploration, but the region also holds what are possibly the world’s oldest known cave paintings – the Bradshaws or Gwion Gwion.<br />
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These factors have very effectively isolated the monumental rock formations and glorious ancient stone vistas from modern human interference, but thanks to the latest wave of sophisticated luxury expedition vessels, the Kimberley is rated one of Australia’s “must see” travel destinations.<br />
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A secret well kept by expert fisherman, pearl divers and missionaries for most of the 20th century, the Kimberley is finally revealing its true wonder to the outside world.<br />
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Just over one hundred years ago, white Europeans brought cattle to the Kimberley and if ever a harsh and unforgiving land epitomised the bush spirit of early European settlement, it is here. The Kimberley tolerates man’s presence but offers no comfort.<br />
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Now that Baz Luhrman’s epic ‘Australia’ has swept the cinemas of the world, the Kimberley’s unknown status is forever lifted and thrust into the psyche of those that saw this ambitious spectacle. Fan of the film or not, there’s no glossing over the magnificent landscape!<br />
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Between May and September every year, the multi-award winning <a href="https://www.truenorth.com.au/" target="_blank">True North</a> conducts its acclaimed, naturalist-escorted tours throughout the labyrinth of estuaries, waterways and coves. Teeming birdlife, mysterious archaeological sites, awe-inspiring landscapes and natural phenomenon witnessed by very few Europeans are just part of the irresistible allure of Australia’s Kimberley.<br />
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Some of the highlights include:<br />
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The Bradshaw Paintings: Believed by some researchers to be as old as 50,000 years, these intricate and detailed portraits depict a race of people long forgotten in the Kimberley. These contrast in style and design to the better known Wandjina paintings and have sparked many debates among experts.<br />
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The Horizontal Waterfalls: Described by David Attenborough as "one of the greatest natural wonders of the world", this highly unusual phenomenon occurs as the huge, 10-metre tides ebb and flow between a tiny gap in the ridge within Talbot Bay in the Buccaneer Archipelago.<br />
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Mitchell Falls. These superb cascades and their marvellous namesake plateau are perhaps the crowning glory of the scenic attractions of the Kimberley. Scenic helicopter flights are the best way to view these falls and are at their best early in the season.<br />
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Montgomery Reef. This incredible “vanishing reef” reveals itself only at low tide in a spectacular display as cascades of water rush off rapidly exposed coral. Turtles patrol the channels by the dozen, enjoying the banquet. The adjacent bay has some of the country’s best whale-watching. Stand in awe as mighty humpbacks breach just a few hundred metres away.<br />
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Broome. This isolated and remote township has come back to life as a bustling tourist centre and gateway to the great Kimberley region. From the iconic Cable Beach camel rides to pearling tours, the town is developing a world class tourism profile, yet retains its rugged, pioneering character.<br />
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While numerous vessels conduct expedition journeys throughout the Kimberley, True North’s “Kimberley Wilderness Cruise” is the benchmark itinerary others strive to emulate. True, most first-time visitors are so awe-struck when confronted by the raw wilderness and out-of-this-world landscape, that any experience is life-changing. But North Star Cruises unmatched 20-plus years of cruising experience in the region gives them a decidedly unfair advantage. Their flagship, True North, is a purpose built, luxury expedition yacht carrying a maximum of just 36 guests and their trump card, a Bell jet helicopter, enables unprecedented access to remote locations including the top-secret Melaleuca Falls picnic and swimming spot, a genuinely unforgettable experience and a True North exclusive.<br />
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Fisherfolk will be impressed at the incredible local knowledge and skill of the young crew, many born and bred in the region and expert in locating prime locations for that monster barramundi.<br />
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<b>Fact File:</b><br />
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Cruise line: True North Adventure Cruises<br />
Vessel: True North IIStar rating: Not rated, but easily 4+<br />
Max passenger capacity: 36<br />
GRT: 740 Length 50m stabilised<br />
Entered service: 2005<br />
Facilities: al fresco bar, lounge/theatre, dining room, observation deck and boutique. Scuba diving is offered on selected itineraries.</div>
rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-13886542157834461182017-09-26T23:23:00.002-07:002022-07-12T00:58:17.334-07:00Save up to $7800 per couple on luxury Kimberley cruises<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Cruise Express has an exclusive allocation of cabins on two luxury Kimberley cruises in 2018 that offer savings of up to $7800 per couple compared to original, full fares. And bookings made by October 31, 2017, will also receive a bonus helicopter flight over the spectacular, natural phenomenon of the Horizontal Falls at Talbot Bay.<br />
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The two 10-night sailings are aboard Ponant’s five-star, French mega-yacht, L’Austral, between Broome and Darwin in July and August, 2018. <br />
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The chic 264-guest L’Austral will sail from Broome to Darwin on July 29, 2018, while the southbound voyage from Darwin to Broome sails on August 8, 2018.<br />
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Twice the size of Victoria, the vast and pristine Kimberley wilderness boasts magnificent waterfalls, remote coves, <a href="https://www.travel-news-photos-stories.com/p/australias-first-children-ouc-ago-when.html">indigenous</a> rock art, abundant wildlife and majestic coastal cliffs that glow red at sunset. Coastal cruises offer the best way to experience the Kimberley, with L’Austral taking guests to the majestic King George Falls, Mitchell Falls and Montgomery Reef. The itinerary also features the world-famous Horizontal Falls where seawater thunders horizontally at high tide through a narrow break in the cliffs, forming huge rapids – a phenomenon described by David Attenborough as one of the greatest wonders of the natural world.<br />
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Each cruise includes complimentary expeditions ashore and onboard drinks, including a free minibar in every stateroom. A specialist expedition team aboard L’Austral including experts in history, botany, marine biology and photography, will offer lectures and guided shore trips during the cruise.<br />
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The luxurious L’Austral features two restaurants, three bars, a pool, theatre and library and is renowned for her gourmet cuisine, personalised service and intimate ambience.<br />
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Cruise Express has an exclusive allotment of cabins at discounted rates on each of the 10-night sailings. Fares for the sailing from Darwin to Broome on August 8, 2018, start at $8590 per person, twin-share – a saving of $3700 on the original, full fare. And the voyage from Broome to Darwin on July 29, 2018, is priced from $8990 per person, twin-share – a saving of $3900 on the original, full fare.<br />
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Each person booking by October 31, 2017, will also receive a complimentary helicopter flight over Horizontal Falls and the surrounding ranges. <br />
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Fares include a full beverage package, gratuities and five zodiac excursions. Connecting flights are additional. Fares are available until sold out and conditions apply.<br />
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Call Cruise Express on 1300 766 537 or visit <a href="http://www.cruiseexpress.com.au/" target="_blank">www.cruiseexpress.com.au </a></div>
rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-43860173661339027332017-07-04T00:12:00.001-07:002019-01-22T05:17:32.092-08:00Save up to 30% or $2990 pp on Kimberley 2018 expeditions<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The Kimberley is one of the last unspoiled regions with one of the most spectacular coastlines on the planet. With staggering waterfalls, rugged gorges, savannah woodlands, calm waters and desolate mountain ranges, the wild lands of the Kimberley offer the promise of an exceptional adventure.<br />
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Sailing on Ponant's L'Austral you'll encounter a chic and elegant yacht-like ambience, refined, personalised service, gastronomic cuisine and unique adventures ashore. 10 night expeditions sail from either Darwin or Broome and get you up close to the action like no other expedition.<br />
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And for a limited time we have suites available for Ponant's 2018 Kimberley season with massive fare savings up to 30% or $2990.00 per person! <br />
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L'Austral - 10 night expeditions<br />
19 July 2018 - Darwin to Broome<br />
29 July 2018 - Broome to Darwin<br />
08 August 2018 - Darwin to Broome<br />
18 August 2018 - Broome to Darwin<br />
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Don't miss out on reading our new Kimberley Brochure. In 2017 and again in 2018, PONANT is offering compelling expedition voyages that explore this isolated 13,000 kilometres of coastline - Australia's lesser visited great Outback.<br />
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The Kimberley boasts more than 2,600 islands, extensive mangrove forests, wild rivers and important seabird breeding colonies, all comfortably explored via small ship and Zodiac.<br />
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Join us onboard the luxury expedition ship L'Austral, the youngest, most modern and, importantly, ecologically advanced ship in the region, for a truly memorable adventure.<br />
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rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-31762787200880904362017-02-06T15:33:00.001-08:002017-02-06T16:59:26.223-08:00Cruise the Kimberley aboard Silver Discoverer - flights included<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Silversea Expeditions, is pleased to announce, that for the month of February, new bookings to the Kimberley aboard Silver Discoverer will include complimentary flights for Australian guests.<br />
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Silversea clients will have access to round-trip Economy Class flights or Business Class upgrades from select gateway cities in Australia, in addition to one of the most unforgettable cruises Silversea is known for.<br />
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Silversea Expeditions invites guests to experience a unique opportunity to view the ancient wonders and thundering waterfalls of the Kimberley aboard Silver Discoverer on 10-day voyages travelling between Darwin and Broome. The Kimberley has experienced the wettest December on record, with Broome recording 410mm of rain in December (a 47% increase on the previous record from 1970), which is seven times greater than the normal rainfall of 58mm. <br />
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For the duration of Silversea's expedition cruises in the Kimberley from March to May 2017, the famous Kimberley coast waterfalls, including King George River & Falls and Talbot Bay (Horizontal Falls) will thunder more spectacularly than ever before. The twin cascades of King George Falls are amongst Australia's highest, plunging over 80 metres. At Talbot Bay, the regions tides of close to 36-feet create an amazing spectacle. Depending on whether the tides are ebbing or flowing, guests can experience an exhilarating Zodiac ride to the "Horizontal Falls".<br />
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Guests can expect to witness these extraordinary waterfalls, along with the rich history and wildlife of this region, aboard the elegant, warm and friendly Silversea vessel.</div>
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Amber Wilson, Managing Director Asia Pacific, says:<br />
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"Our Kimberley voyages are an extraordinary experience that will amaze and delight even the most discerning travellers, and now with free flights, guests can enjoy even more exceptional value. The contrast between lush flora and fauna, dramatic landscapes and indigenous history is ideal for those seeking an unforgettable adventure. This season, with the tremendous December rainfall, will provide travellers with a once-in-a-lifetime viewing experience."<br />
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"The freshly refurbished Silver Discoverer is the epitome of casual elegance and sophistication, making it the perfect platform for exploring the untamed landscapes of the Kimberley. With a team of 11 experts hand-picked for their expertise and passion for the region guiding travellers throughout the voyage, this truly will be a unique adventure".<br />
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These voyages feature incredible itineraries which include 10-day sea explorations of rugged coast, imposing rock formations and deep gorges departing from Broome and Darwin. While in the Kimberley region, guests can: witness the spectacular tidal changes and semi-submerged world of Montgomery Reef; discover ancient and mysterious rock art; spot the White-bellied Sea Eagle, Osprey, Brahminy Kite or Peregrine Falcon; view King George's towering twin falls; and photograph the dramatic tiger-striped Bungle Bungle Range from above. <br />
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"Silversea prides itself on offering a luxurious cruising experience through all-suite accommodations, butler service, complimentary spirits and fine wines, Wi-Fi and world-class cuisines" added Wilson.<br />
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Departure dates for Silversea Expeditions' Kimberley 2017 voyages include: 6 April, 16 April; 26 April; 6 May; and 17 May.<br />
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The new program offers guests a choice of any of the following flight options aboard a Silversea partner airline flight added to the already incredible voyage: an Economy Class air round-trip from capital cities within Australia; an option to upgrade to Business Class for just AU$1,995 per person from Eastern seaboard or $1,500 per person ex Perth.<br />
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Guests can also take advantage of a number of added benefits when booking an air and cruise package through Silversea including: round the clock support in the case of disruptions, applicable transfers to the ship; fare protection as well as flexible payment and flight options.<br />
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All-inclusive cruise package fares including flights are per person starting from AU$12,550 based on double occupancy in an Explorer Suite for 16 April 2017 departure. Not available in conjunction with Silver Select offer. Silversea Expeditions' fares include: all shore Zodiac excursions hosted by an expedition leader, all-suite accommodation with butler service, gourmet meals, complimentary wines, Champagne and spirits, Wi-Fi for all guests and all gratuities. These voyages are subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.<br />
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For more information contact your travel professional or Silversea Cruises on +61 2 9255 0600 or 1300 306 872 or visit <a href="http://www.silversea.com/kimberley/">http://www.silversea.com/kimberley/</a><br />
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rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-80929108554341346972017-01-15T16:57:00.000-08:002017-02-06T17:00:34.885-08:00Massive December rainfalls ensure spectacular Kimberley waterfalls<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Silversea Expeditions invites guests to discover a unique opportunity to experience the ancient wonders and thundering waterfalls of the Kimberley aboard Silver Discoverer on 10 or 11-day voyages travelling between Darwin and Broome. The Kimberley has experienced the wettest December on record, with Broome recording 410mm of rain in December (a 47% increase on the previous record in 1970), which is seven times greater than the normal rainfall of 58mm. <br />
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For the duration of Silversea's Expedition cruises in the Kimberley in March and April 2017, the famous Kimberley coast waterfalls, including King George River & Falls and Talbot Bay (Horizontal Falls) will thunder more spectacularly than ever before. The twin cascades of King George Falls are amongst Australia's highest, plunging over 80 metres. At Talbot Bay, the regions tides of close to 36-feet create an amazing spectacle. Depending on whether the tides are ebbing of flowing, guests can experience an exhilarating ride to the "Horizontal Falls".<br />
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Guests can expect to witness these extraordinary waterfalls, along with the rich history and wildlife of this region all aboard the elegant, warm and friendly Silversea vessel.<br />
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Amber Wilson, Managing Director Asia Pacific, says:<br />
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"The Kimberley voyages are an extraordinary experience that will amaze and delight. The contrast between lush flora and fauna, dramatic landscape and indigenous history is ideal for those seeking an unforgettable adventure. This season, with the tremendous December rainfall, will provide travellers with a once-in-a-lifetime viewing experience."<br />
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"The freshly refurbished Silver Discoverer is the epitome of casual elegance and sophistication, making it the perfect platform for exploring the untamed landscapes of the Kimberley. With a team of 11 experts hand-picked for their expertise and passion for the region guiding travellers throughout the voyage, this truly is a unique adventure".<br />
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These voyages feature incredible itineraries which include 10 or 11-day sea explorations of rugged coast, imposing rock formations and deep gorges departing from Benoa (Bali), Broome and Darwin. While in the Kimberley region, guests can: witness the spectacular tidal changes and semi-submerged world of Montgomery Reef; discover ancient and mysterious rock art; spot the White-bellied Sea Eagle, Osprey, Brahminy Kite or Peregrine Falcon; view King George's towering twin falls; and photograph the dramatic tiger-striped Bungle Bungle Range. <br />
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"Silversea prides itself on offering a luxurious cruising experience through all-suite-accommodations, butler service, complimentary spirits and fine wines, Wi-Fi and world-class cuisines" added Wilson.<br />
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Departure dates for Silversea Expeditions' Kimberley 2017 voyages include: 26 March; 6 April, 16 April; 26 April; 6 May; and 17 May.<br />
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Prices are per person starting from AU$11,750 based on double occupancy in an Explorer Suite for 6 April 2017 departure. Book a second suite on the same voyage and receive 50% off the fare as part of the Silver Select offer. Silversea Expeditions' fares include: all shore Zodiac excursions hosted by an expedition leader, all-suite accommodation with butler service, gourmet meals, complimentary wines, Champagne and spirits, Wi-Fi for all guests and all gratuities.<br />
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For more information contact your travel professional or Silversea Cruises on +61 2 9255 0600 or 1300 306 872 or visit <a href="http://www.silversea.com/kimberley/">http://www.silversea.com/kimberley/</a><br />
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Australia’s leading domestic travel operator APT is expanding its Kimberley Coast Cruising in 2017, announcing the addition of a new ship to its cruise portfolio.<br />
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The new APT Kimberley Coast Cruising 2017 brochure offers the largest range of cruising to the region.<br />
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Available in travel agents from today, it features a choice of three cruises styles - luxury, expedition and boutique - across three different vessels. APT is also seeing a surge in popularity amongst those wishing to combine coastal cruising in the region and so is offering a range of cruise and 4WD Kimberley Wilderness Adventures so guests can explore the region from land and sea.<br />
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The latest addition to APT’s Kimberley cruise portfolio is a luxury cruise experience that showcases the highlights of the Kimberley aboard L’Austral.<br />
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The ship offers capacity for 230 guests, who enjoy APT’s fully inclusive lifestyle both on and off the ship.<br />
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Cruises aboard L’Austral operate three departures between Broome and Darwin, and are accompanied by two of APT’s expert Cruise Directors. A 12-strong expedition team sails on this vessel and guests are taken ashore by the ship’s fleet of 12 Zodiacs.<br />
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For guests wanting to explore the Kimberley in more depth the brochure features expedition style cruising aboard APT’s own MS Caledonian Sky.<br />
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The 57-suite vessel enters its third season sailing the Kimberley coast line and APT is offering a choice of five departures on it’s popular 11-day Kimberley Coast Cruise between Darwin and Broome (or Broome to Darwin).<br />
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APT’s own vessel is a popular choice due to its intimate size, spacious cabins and impressive facilities that include a Lido deck for al fresco dining, a sun deck, library and a lounge, bar and public areas.<br />
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Guests are accompanied by a 10-strong expedition team and a fleet of 10 Zodiacs enable guests to explore the coastline up close and in-depth.<br />
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Boutique cruising that allows you to get to the heart of the Kimberley is APT’s third cruise style available in 2017, with a choice of three cruises are being offered aboard the Coral Discoverer.<br />
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Offering all the comforts of a larger cruiser, it has the more intimate feel of a smaller style ship. Hosting just 72 guests, the ship features an Xplorer vessel for shore excursions, which offers shade for guests and also enables exploration to sites such as King Cascades which are situated further up rivers.<br />
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APT’s Kimberley Coast Cruise itineraries are fully inclusive and cover all sightseeing, APT’s bespoke Signature Experiences, park and cruise fees, expert services of an APT Expedition Leader/Team, an all day drinks package on the MS Caledonian Sky and L’Austral or drinks with lunch and dinner on board the Coral Discoverer cruise, transfers to and from the ship, expert guest lecturers and all meals. <br />
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With the new APT brochure launching today, Rob Tandy, General Manager for the company’s Kimberley portfolio says, “Yet again the Kimberley has proven a strong seller for travel agents. APT has a reputation as being an outstanding operator in the region and we’re proud to be the people that guests trust to guide them through Australia’s last frontier.<br />
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“Kimberley Cruise and land combinations continue to prove attractive and APT has the infrastructure to be able to support travel agents with bookings that offer the opportunity to experience this region from both vistas,” he added.<br />
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Accommodation on the land tours includes APT’s exclusive network of Wilderness Lodges which offer a touch of luxury in the outback. Also featured are a portfolio of stunning Stations, Hotels and Lodges, such as Home Valley Station and Cicada Lodge, alongside Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa, Emma Gorge Resort in El Questro Wilderness Park, Drysdale River Station, and Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge. <br />
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Most popular cruise is the 11-day Kimberley Coast Cruise which travels between Darwin and Broome aboard the MS <i>Caledonian Sky</i>. Priced from $11,895 per person it features King George River and Falls, Jar Island, Careening Bay, Bigge Island, Raft Point, Montgomery Reef and Adele Island.<br />
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APT’s tailor-made sightseeing Signature Experiences include a high powered fast boat ride through Horizontal Falls, admiring the tallest falls in Western Australia at King George Falls and a visit to Raft Point with an Indigenous guide to see Indigenous rock art. <br />
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To help agents secure early sales, APT is offering a ‘Fly Free’ SuperDeal to the region on all cruise and land tour combinations, representing a saving of up to $2,400 per couple. Cruise-only bookings qualify for a ‘Companion Fly Free’ offer. Availability is limited, terms and conditions apply and the offers are valid until 31 July 2016 or until sold out.<br />
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APT hosts more people in the Kimberley each year than any other tour and cruise operator and is widely recognised as being one of the region’s leading tourism providers, winning the Best Tour Operator for four years running (2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015) at the NTIAs.<br />
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“I am very excited about revisiting an old destination, in fact a very old destination,” enthuses award winning photographer and adventurer Mick Fogg, a veteran of 120 Kimberley expeditions. Mick will lead the experienced expedition team when specialist luxury and expedition cruise company PONANT explores Australia’s own Kimberley region in 2017 for the first time. <br />
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Four 10 night voyages between Darwin and Broome / Darwin Darwin are scheduled between July and September 2017.<br />
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“Returning with PONANT for the first time has allowed us to take a fresh look and include some fascinating, lesser known destinations, which provide these Kimberley voyages with added layers of interest.”<br />
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“Larger than 75% of the world’s countries, the Kimberley is a national biodiversity hotspot, listed in the top 3.7% of least impacted marine environments worldwide.” Comforting then to know PONANT guests will be exploring the region on an internationally recognised environmentally accredited ship, L’Austral, the youngest and most modern ship in the region.<br />
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Modern in design and construction, all four PONANT sister-ships, comprising the youngest fleet in the world, feature the very latest in maritime technology, including 3D sonar for seabed vision, a dynamic positioning system to avoid dropping anchor in sensitive maritime environments, and electric propulsion for reduced emissions.<br />
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Mick continues: “Another time capsule, with an ancestral time-line back to the Gondwana era, exists here as well. For thousands of years the largest reptile in the world, primeval apex predator, the Saltwater crocodile, has made the Kimberley - and the Hunter River in particular - home.”<br />
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“An additional spectacle, our voyages coincide with prime time for observing the largest population of migrating Humpback whales in the world - estimated to be 36,000 individuals or more - and with a compact ship and 14 Zodiacs this is potentially another exciting experience.” <br />
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PONANT’s Kimberley itineraries include classic must-see Kimberley highlights - the Hunter River, King George Falls, Mitchell Falls, Montgomery Reef and Horizontal Falls, as well as a number of rarely visited other destinations.<br />
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Depending on tides and weather conditions it may also be possible to visit Langii, spiritual home of the Wandjina, and Freshwater Cove, where guests will spend a very special day with Kimberley Elder Donny Woolagoodja, whose giant Wandjina artwork featured at the opening ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.<br />
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“Visiting these mystical places is enhanced when in the company of the indigenous caretakers. Hearing age-old dreamtime stories, while in-situ, and having the opportunity to ask questions adds perspective, an important dimension to the experience”.<br />
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“In so many ways these are unforgettable voyages that will etch indelibly into your memory. A place all Australians should see; as captivating as Uluru, as spiritual as Kata Juta, this is the very essence of Australia” concludes Mick Fogg.<br />
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L’Austral’s compact size and manoeuvrability will allow the ship to get close to shore before launching her fleet of 14 Zodiacs. The perfect ‘search engine’ for expeditions, the Zodiacs will provide access for exploring bays, mudflats and mangroves, venturing beneath vertiginous waterfalls, probing rivers carving through sandstone walls of dizzying heights, and viewing heaving emergent tidal reefs. <br />
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Back onboard the mobile base camp, L’Austral, creature comforts prevail. Enjoy French luxury and ambiance, and experience the difference small ship cruising offers. Cool off in the swimming pool, enjoy spa therapy to ease tired muscles or simply as a pampering indulgence. An inclusive Open Bar provides guests the chance to relax with a beer, wines, champagne or, perhaps, a cocktail. Later, the choice of fine cuisine, the flavours complimented with world-class wines. <br />
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All in all a very civilised way to travel, imbued with PONANT's trademark dash of panache.<br />
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An e-brochure of PONANT 2017 season Kimberley voyages is available for download from <a href="http://fr.calameo.com/read/000132423bc00922d8dfb?authid=0fJhennYPp5X">http://fr.calameo.com/read/000132423bc00922d8dfb?authid=0fJhennYPp5X</a><br />
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Award winning wildlife photographer and adventurer Mick Fogg has led more than 120 expeditions through the region in the past 15 years. He will be joined by a group of 12 experienced marine biologists, naturalists and conservationists including Darrin Bennett, Harry Christensen, Mark Watson, Brad Siviour.<br />
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Darwin / Broome: 3 departures - July 3, July 23, August 12, 2017 <br />
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PONANT Early Booking Bonus of up to -30% currently available from $5980 per person, twin share in Superior Stateroom.<br />
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<div>Details of all PONANT Kimberley expeditions including itineraries, pricing and shore excursion highlights are available at <a href="http://www.ponant.com/">www.ponant.com</a><br />
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Contact your travel agent, or PONANT on Australia: 1300 737 178 or <a href="tel:%2B%20612%208459%205000">+ 612 8459 5000</a> / New Zealand: 0800 44 32 62, or email <a href="mailto:reservations.aus@ponant.com">reservations.aus@ponant.com</a> for bookings.<br />
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TRUE NORTH WINS EIGHTH GOLD LIST AWARD IN THREE YEARS<br />
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Best Australian Adventure Experience and Best Luxury Cruise Ship (Small)<br />
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Luxury Travel progressively announced award winners via their social media network on Wednesday<br />
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<a href="http://northstarcruises.com.au/" target="_blank">North Star Cruises Australia</a>’s general manager, Peter Trembath, said the company’s long term loyalty to brand and, a culture of attention to detail and personal service was responsible for North Star’s consistent award-winning performance.<br />
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“There is a strong desire to ensure that every opportunity to engage the company is an opportunity to engage North Star’s original blend of adventure and luxury. And, the culture on-board the TRUE NORTH has always been about satisfying guest desire.” <br />
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Mr Trembath added “North Star has never shied away from introducing new opportunities for adventure and our proven recipe for going wild in style has always hit the mark with those who seek more than just a holiday.”<br />
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North Star’s success has meant that cabins on the TRUE NORTH were in constant demand however Mr Trembath explained that the determined adventurer could still secure a 2015 opportunity to experience life on-board the revered adventure-cruise ship.<br />
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Australia’s premier luxury adventure-cruise ship, the TRUE NORTH is purpose-built to sail deep into the heart of the wilderness, visiting areas that larger ships cannot access. Guests are privy to very-high quality off-ship experiences courtesy of the ship’s biologist and a team of naturalists, a ship’s helicopter and six dedicated expedition boats.<br />
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Exceptional food and wine are also at the heart of a TRUE NORTH experience. The ship’s modern Australian cuisine is supplemented with locally sourced ingredients and complemented by an outstanding selection of Western Australian wines. Cabins are spacious and modern; there is a panoramic lower deck dining room, an alfresco bar, an observation lounge and a dedicated sports deck. <br />
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Daily activities include scenic walks, fishing, snorkelling, diving, picnics, cultural events and spectacular flights in the ship’s helicopter. <br />
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Destinations include the Kimberley – a panorama of rugged mountains, spectacular gorges and majestic waterfalls; the still-wild coast of Western Australia featuring the intriguing Abrolhos Islands, world-famous Ningaloo Reef, fishing paradise at the Montebello Islands and, the pristine Rowley Shoals; the breathtaking islands of the Raja Ampat; the whale sharks of Cenderawasih Bay; the mighty Sepik River and the un-spoilt islands of Papua New Guinea; the rarely visited Louisiade Archipelago; beautiful Sydney Harbour and, a seafood safari around the delightful Eyre Peninsula.<br />
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Expedition cruising experts Aurora Expeditions are offering a FREE Broome Experience package to travellers who book on one of their 2015 Kimberley Coast expeditions before 28 February 2015.<br />
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Valued at $700 per couple, the package will allow passengers to experience the best of Broome before or after* their Kimberley Coast cruise, enjoying some of the small coastal town's favourite highlights. Unwind at Broome's most sought after hotel, Cable Beach Hotel and Spa, before enjoying world-famous Cable Beach, beer tasting at Matso's Brewery, pearl appreciation and more on a guided half-day town tour. Full buffet breakfast and airport transfers are also included.<br />
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The package is a relaxing experience to enjoy either before or after Aurora Expeditions' unique sailing adventure along the remote coastline of the Kimberley. On board the 44-berth Coral Princess passengers will travel between Broome and Darwin (or vice versa) enjoying panorama views of the burnt red rock, endless horizons of wild bushlands and the illuminated turquoise waters of Australia's most rugged and remote coastline. Each day is spent exploring a different landing site, learning of the ancient indigenous culture and rock painting legends, appreciating native flora and keeping watch for wildlife, including wallabies, brown boobies and, of course, the mighty croc.<br />
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Led by renowned Kimberley adventurer, Mike Cusack, and his team of naturalist and historians, this Kimberley holiday is set to be the trip of a lifetime.<br />
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New for 2015, Aurora Expeditions are offering budding artists the chance to revel in complimentary art workshops delivered by renowned Australian historian and artist, Alasdair McGregor.<br />
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Aurora Expeditions Kimberley Coast cruises will depart Broome on 15 June and 6 July 2015, and Darwin on 26 June 2015. Prices start from AU$7,590 per person, twin share.<br />
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For more information contact Aurora Expeditions on +61 2 9252 1033 or 1800 637 688, or visit <a href="http://www.auroraexpeditions.com.au/">www.auroraexpeditions.com.au</a>.<br />
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*Depending on route, Broome to Darwin or Darwin to Broome.<br />
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rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1125927284366312271.post-7912919722451668592015-02-03T13:46:00.001-08:002015-02-03T13:46:20.472-08:00Kimberley cruises with Silversea - 12-day voyage<div dir="ltr"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s2n9oPapPys/VNFBrA9tVnI/AAAAAAAArqU/CG9AImLF0wk/s1600/image001-780473.jpg"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-s2n9oPapPys/VNFBrA9tVnI/AAAAAAAArqU/CG9AImLF0wk/s320/image001-780473.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_6111738376567477874" /></a></span><br><br>DISCOVER THE EXOTIC ISLES OF INDONESIA AND AUSTRALIA'S NORTHERN COAST WITH SILVERSEA EXPEDITIONS<br><br><br>Cruise across the Timor Sea to unlock the hidden treasures of Indonesia and Australia's North West with Silversea Expeditions 12 day voyage.<br><br>Departing from Benoa, Bali on 28 March 2015, Silver Discoverer embarks on an inspiring expedition through the mysterious islands of Indonesia. Silver Discoverer stops at various islands including Sumba, where guests explore traditional villages and experience ancient rituals, and Komodo, home to the incredible Pink Beach, enabling guests to snorkel or dive with exotic sea life in their natural habitat. The final port of call in Indonesia is Savu, where guests will experience a traditional welcome by villagers.<br><br>Beginning her journey to Australia's north western corner, Silver Discoverer crosses the Timor Sea, providing guests with the opportunity to enjoy a day of leisure, indulging in Silversea's tantalising cuisines and luxurious amenities. Arriving at Wyndham, the gateway to the mesmerising World Heritage Listed Bungle Bungle mountain range, guests enjoy an inclusive aerial flight over this stunning natural geological phenomenon, witnessing the unique earthy striped rock formations.<br><br>Continuing south for six days, Silver Discoverer's journey becomes a true expedition as the Captain navigates through the wild and wondrous Kimberley region. Guests have the opportunity to sight the astounding submerged world of the Montgomery Reef, encounter the ancient Aboriginal mythology and distinctive rock art paintings of Jar Island, explore the narrow weaving waterways hugged by untamed wilderness and stand amidst the breathtaking yet thunderous waterfalls at King George River and Falls. Silver Discoverer concludes her journey in Broome with guests disembarking on 9 April 2015.<br><br>Prices are per person starting from AU$11,250 in an Explorer Suite double occupancy. Silversea Expeditions' fares include: all shore and Zodiac excursions hosted by an expedition leader; all-suite accommodation with butler service; gourmet meals with menus inspired by Relais & Châteaux; complimentary wines, Champagne and spirits served throughout the ships; and all gratuities.<br><br>This voyage is subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply. For more information, contact your travel professional or Silversea Cruises on +61 2 9255 0600 or 1300 306 872 or visit <a href="http://www.silversea.com/expeditions">www.silversea.com/expeditions</a><br><br> <br><br></div> rodeimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13114562768626186868noreply@blogger.com0