Blue Water Blog

Read the latest small ship, luxury and river news and features from the experts.

Norway Through the Seasons

Cruising is the perfect way to experience Norway’s contrasting seasons. Hurtigruten’s small ships have been sailing the breathtaking Norwegian coastline for 125 years and continue to offer authentic voyages, departing daily all year round.

Wed 16 Jan 2019

Cruising the Land of Fire and Ice

Magical Iceland is still being shaped by mighty forces; geysers gush, volcanoes rumble, waterfalls cascade down majestic mountains and huge glaciers carve great pathways through the landscape.

Mon 12 Nov 2018
Exploring Canada and the American East Coast on Fram

Our Cruising Specialist, Ann, recently enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime holiday to Canada and the America East Coast on board Hurtigruten's expedition ship Fram. Read her exclusive review:

Mon 14 May 2018
Stepping Onboard Midnatsol

Our Cruising Specialist, Jade and Marketing Executive, Margaret, were lucky enough to be invited onboard Hurtigruten's refurbished expedition ship Midnatsol when she docked in Edinburgh Leith.

Fri 26 May 2017
The Polar Night in Spitsbergen

Our Product and Marketing Coordinator, Kathryn recently enjoyed a trip exploring Spitsbergen with Hurtigruten in the winter. Read her exclusive review.

Tue 07 Feb 2017

 

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