Hapag and Lloyd (HL) is a German-owned cruise line with five luxury ships that are repositioned around the world throughout the year. Annually they offer 28 different cruises that cover the Mediterranean, the Atlantic Islands, the Caribbean and North America (including the Great Lakes), the Pacific, South America, Antarctica, the Arctic and Western and Northern Europe, following the ideal weather patterns for cruising and ports of call. HL has been offering expedition cruises for 30 years. The routes are determined by the experiences at the ports of call and visits to unchartered territory.
HL’s tag line for the coming season is "Enjoy Every Moment", which comes easier when each cabin is an outside suite with its own private veranda, where the maximum number of guests on board is 400 for Ms. Europa, 500 for Ms. Europa 2, and just 230 for the three Hanseatic expedition ships (Hanseatic Nature, Hanseatic Inspiration & Hanseatic Spirit. ) Each ship has 10,000+ sq feet of spa, fitness and pool areas. The ship lengths are: Europa - 625 ft., Europa 2 - 739 ft., and all the Hanseatic ships - 452 ft. These vessles compare to medium sized cruise ships with 2,500+passengers that are 820 ft in length and large cruise ships that are 1181 ft, carrying 5000+ passengers. Adding to the high level of service, the crew to passenger ratio with HL is nearly 1:1.
The three Hanseatic ships are expedition ships with destinations than include the Arctic and Antarctica, as well as other North and South American and European destinations. These ships include experienced nature/wildlife guides / instructors and plenty of zodiacs to go ashore for activities (hiking, biking, canoeing, among others).
HL also offers a range of themed cruises, with focus on, for example,: Gourmet/Cuisine, Music, Golf, Family, Sports and even weddings at sea!
Golf Cruises at some of the finest golf courses with onboard instruction and practice
The size of the ships enable HL to go in to areas not accessible to the larger ships. Their cruises respect nature, wildlife and cultures, following trails but leaving no trace. HL’s focus on aesthetics, elegance and a relaxed lifestyle, including art, culinary treats, mixology and included activities ashore are meant to provide individual flexibility and provide the feeling of exclusivity. Cabin suites are spacious and luxurious, ranging from Outside Suites with Verdana (291 sq ft) to Penthouse Grand Suites (915 sq ft).
Looking to change your world view? Consider this beautiful planet’s spectacular regions onboard a luxury ship that gives you ultimate comfort and once-in-a-lifetime explorations to the far reaches of our world. Enjoy Every Moment, indeed.
Broaden your horizons and bring distant worlds closer. Reach out to us at Latitude Expeditions to learn more or plan your trip! (Linda +1-760-550-1370 or Linda@Latitudexp.com)
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