Explora Journeys enters Alaska with EXPLORA III in summer 2027
Explora Journeys will deploy EXPLORA III to Alaska from May to September 2027, its first season in the destination. The line is pitching helicopter and dog-sledding, floatplane bear-viewing and catamaran trips to tidewater glaciers.
For advisors, this adds a new-build alternative to Regent, Seabourn and Silversea for clients who want ultra-luxury in Alaska. Planning early makes sense for a first-season program.
The source does not give fares, inclusions or shore-excursion pricing. Confirm those with the line before quoting.
Silversea prepares a 'southernmost luxury hotel' for Antarctica guests
Silversea is preparing what it calls the world's southernmost luxury hotel for its Antarctica cruise guests. A land-based stay would be a new pre/post or shore-based product in polar cruising. It could change how Silversea prices and packages its Antarctic sailings against Ponant, Lindblad and Seabourn.
The source gives only a headline, so key details are unconfirmed. Before pitching it to clients, ask Silversea:
- When the hotel opens
- Which sailings include it
- Whether it is bundled or sold as an add-on
Lindblad revenue up 18.6% as analysts lift estimates
Lindblad reported second-quarter revenue of $199.25 million, ahead of consensus, with an adjusted loss far smaller than expected. Analysts have raised 2026 EPS estimates, and Stifel lifted its price target to $37.
For advisors, this reads as a demand signal. Firm demand and pricing in expedition cruising would support tighter availability and fewer discounts on National Geographic/Lindblad departures, so clients on the fence may benefit from booking sooner.
The company is still loss-making with negative equity. The coverage is investor-focused, so treat it as evidence of demand rather than a verdict on supplier stability.