Swan Hellenic Wins ‘Best Value for Money’ in Expedition Category at Cruise Critic’s Best in Cruise Awards 2024
We’re excited to share that Swan Hellenic, a pioneer in cultural expedition cruising, has been awarded ‘Best Value for Money’ in the Expedition Category at Cruise Critic’s Best in Cruise Awards 2024.
Read on to learn more about this achievement and discover details about their new campaign, Explore Together. If you’d like additional information or images, feel free to reach out.
Swan Hellenic has once again been recognised as a leader in expedition cruising, winning the title of ‘Best Value for Money’ in the Expedition category at Cruise Critic’s prestigious 2024 Best in Cruise Awards. This marks the second consecutive year Swan Hellenic has claimed this honour, reinforcing its commitment to providing exceptional experiences at remarkable value.
Cruise Critic®, the world’s most trusted cruise review platform and online community, unveiled the winners of its 17th annual Cruise Critic Awards on 9 December 2024, now rebranded as the Cruise Critic Best in Cruise Awards. The awards celebrate the best cruise lines, itineraries, and destinations worldwide, drawing on the expertise of editors and insights from traveller reviews over the past year.
The 2024 awards are the site’s most extensive yet, combining its esteemed editor-selected accolades with the highly regarded consumer-led Cruisers’ Choice awards. These distinctions are based entirely on traveller ratings and feedback, ensuring that the winners represent the pinnacle of cruise excellence across categories.
Speaking about the awards, Adam Coulter, Executive Editor of Cruise Critic UK, remarked on the excellence showcased by the winners: “Our team of editors and writers has cruised to just about every corner of the globe this year, from the Arctic and Galápagos to the Caribbean and Alaska, on cruises with families, couples, and solo adventurers. One thing is clear: there’s never been a better time to find a cruise that suits your needs, and this year’s awards highlight the best of the best.”
The Swan Hellenic Experience
Swan Hellenic’s expedition cruises have consistently been celebrated for their exceptional itineraries, which take guests to some of the world’s most remote and culturally rich destinations. With expertly designed ships like SH Minerva, SH Vega, and SH Diana, the line offers unparalleled comfort, exquisite dining, expert-led excursions, and an onboard experience curated for discovery and enrichment.
By blending all-inclusive luxury with a focus on cultural immersion, Swan Hellenic has earned its place as a top choice for travellers seeking meaningful exploration without compromising on comfort or value.
Explore Together
What better way to make 2025 unforgettable than creating incredible memories with someone special? Swan Hellenic’s new ‘Explore Together’ Campaign offers a remarkable opportunity: book one of their selected departures before 16 March 2025, and a travel companion can sail for half price. This exclusive offer is the perfect way to experience the award-winning Swan Hellenic expedition cruises while sharing the adventure with a loved one, family member, or friend.
Mario Bounas, General Manager UK of Swan Hellenic, says: “Winning Cruise Critic’s ‘Best Value for Money’ award for the second-year running is a testament to our commitment to offering exceptional expedition experiences at an incredible price point. With our ‘Explore Together’ Campaign, we’re making it even easier for guests to discover the world’s most remarkable destinations with someone special, while enjoying unrivalled comfort and enrichment aboard our ships.”
Enjoy a Norwegian Svalbard Archipelago Expedition Cruise with Swan Hellenic
Home to icy blue waters, jagged icebergs, and some of the world’s hardiest animals, Svalbard, a Norwegian archipelago, is one of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas. The journey begins with an overnight stay in Copenhagen before flying to Longyearbyen, the world’s most northerly town – and home to the world’s most northerly high street and pub. Discover the surrounding Arctic waters, home to narwhal, walruses, and seals, and the land and sea ice where polar bears, the Arctic fox, and thousands of birds reside. Swan Hellenic’s ship, SH Vega, has 12 zodiacs allowing guests to get closer to the glaciers, fjords, and cliffs where nature is at its finest. A seven-night Norwegian Svalbard Archipelago Expedition Cruise on board SH Vega, departing 4 July 2025, costs from £7,780 for passenger one, and £3,890 for passenger two, saving 50%. This includes group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port, one-night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast at a four- or five-star hotel or onboard, all meals onboard, onboard accommodation in a double stateroom (selected category), 24-hour room service, selected drinks available 24 hours a day, lecture programmes by Swan Hellenic’s experienced expedition team and guest speakers, one selected shore excursion per port of call, standard Wi-Fi, and onboard gratuities and port taxes.
Swan Hellenic (0207 846 0271, www.swanhellenic.com)
Discover South America’s Coastline with Swan Hellenic
Embark on an unforgettable voyage with Swan Hellenic from Valparaíso, Chile, exploring the breathtaking coastline of Peru. This cruise takes guests on a journey from Chile’s arid coastline to the rich landscapes of Peru. Highlights include journeying through the Atacama Desert, witnessing the prehistoric Nazca Lines from the air, and visiting the white city of Arequipa and its Santa Catalina Convent. Passengers will explore ports such as Coquimbo, Antofagasta, Iquique, Arica, and Matarani before concluding their journey in the bustling port of Callao, Lima. A nine-night Chile to Peru Cruise on board SH Vega, departing 27 March 2025, costs from £5,580 for passenger one, and £2,790 for passenger two, saving 50%. This includes one-night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast at a four- or five-star hotel or onboard, all meals onboard, onboard accommodation in a double stateroom (selected category), 24-hour room service, selected drinks available 24 hours a day, lecture programmes by Swan Hellenic’s experienced expedition team and guest speakers, one selected shore excursion per port of call, standard Wi-Fi, and onboard gratuities and port taxes.
Swan Hellenic (0207 846 0271, www.swanhellenic.com)
For more information about Swan Hellenic’s award-winning cruises and itineraries, visit www.swanhellenic.com or contact the team at 0207 846 0271.
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