My guest today is my friend Sam Chamberlain, CEO of the Americas for Ponant Explorations – one of the most interesting expedition cruising companies out there. 

Whether you dream of experiencing the world’s most technical luxury icebreaker, enjoying the company of penguins, having fabulous French food on board, or exploring typical destinations in new ways – you can accomplish all these dreams and more on board a Ponant vessel.

Sam and I discuss Guinness World Records, the Northwest Passage, The North Pole, French Polynesia, and what it’s like to sail with a French crew. It’s a truly exciting time in the world of expedition and luxury cruising so sit back and enjoy this fun new episode of Luxury Travel Insider.

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Listen to hear:

• 01:46 – About Sam’s surroundings on his favorite Ponant ship
• 02:30 – What sparked his interest in the cruise line industry
• 05:58 – Why Ponant’s itineraries are unique
• 10:31 – What they will reveal in the next 5 years
• 17:15 – About the structure of the ships
• 21:59 – Why they are planning to enhance the fleet in the future
• 25:25 – How the French roots add to the guest experience
• 27:33 – About the team of expedition guides and naturalists on board
• 32:15 – How you can have active experiences here
• 34:44 – About Sam’s favorites on and off board
• 38:39 – What you will learn about the world and humanity by sailing with Ponant

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