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Hurtigruten's MS Richard With under the Northern Lights in Arctic Norway. Photo: Hurtigruten

Hurtigruten Offers Up to 50% Off During Black Friday Sale

New York City, United States (November 12, 2024) – Hurtigruten, the undisputed authentic travel expert on Norway and its stunning coastline, is offering discounts of up to 50% off select sailings during its Black Friday sale, which runs November 13 through December 2, 2024.
Launching November 13, 2024, for travel advisors and November 15, 2024, for bookings through Hurtigruten.com or Hurtigrute

Rendering of the updated Sea Zero ship by Vard.

Hurtigruten reveals updated plans for its zero-emission cruise ship of the future

New York City (October 11, 2024) – Hurtigruten, one of the leading sustainable brands in travel, has released its updated plans for its Sea Zero project, the zero-emission ship scheduled to debut in 2030, as it is in its research and development phase. With the help of large batteries, sails, and other innovative solutions, the ship will be able to sail entirely emission-free during normal operati

Marine biologist and broadcaster, Monty Halls stands with Chloe Couchman EVP of Comms for HX and HX Foundation board member to launch The Big Blue Bag project pilot.

HX and the HX Foundation Partners with Broadcaster and Marine Conservationist Monty Halls for ‘The Big Blue Bag’ Project Pilot

HX has today announced an exciting new partnership with renowned marine biologist and broadcaster, Monty Halls called The Big Blue Bag project. The pilot project (which will take place on land in the UK) will be supported by a donation from the HX Foundation – the charity which supports, champions, and drives environmental and positive community change in the destinations that HX sails to.

The new “Explorer's Route” takes adventure-seekers to the Antarctic Sound, where strong Weddell Sea currents carry mile-long icebergs

HX Launches 2026-2027 Season, Celebrating 130 Years of Exploration

New Itineraries Unveiled for Antarctica, Alaska, Greenland, Norway, and the Galápagos—The Best Destinations, Done Better Than Ever


London, UK (September 17, 2024) – HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), the world’s largest expedition cruise company, today unveiled its 2026-2027 season lineup, marking its upcoming 130th season of exploration. As the pioneers of expedition cruising, HX introduces

Henrik A Lund, Managing Director of the HX Foundation, accepts ‘Expedition Cruise Initiative of the Year’ award at annual Seatrade Awards

HX Foundation Launches as Dedicated Charity and Invites Global Communities to Apply for New Grants

The evolution of the Foundation signifies HX's commitment to the 250+ destinations it explores globally
Call to action for coastal communities and charities to apply for Foundation grants ahead of November 1, 2024 deadline
London, UK (September 12, 2024) – HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) is proud to announce the launch of the HX Foundation, a dedicated charity supporting local communities and e

The Northern Lights above Lofoten, Norway. Photo: Stian Klo

Northern Lights ranked #1 Bucket List Experience as Hurtigruten Celebrates 10 Years of its Pioneering Northern Lights Promise

Oslo, Norway (September 10, 2024) – Hurtigruten is not only the iconic leader in Norwegian coastal cruise voyages but also the best opportunity to see what has once again been ranked as the number one bucket list trip/experience: the Northern Lights.
September marks the start of the official Aurora Borealis season, and the coming months will provide one of the best ever viewing opportunities a

One example of Hurtigruten's new Norwegianess campaign.

Hurtigruten Launches Norwegianess Campaign

New York City (September 4, 2024) – Hurtigruten has launched its new Norwegianess campaign a week after it received its Made in Norway certification from Innovation Norway. The 131-year-old Norwegian legacy cruise line was the only travel brand part of the initiative created to promote and celebrate the very best of Norwegian craftsmanship, authenticity, and sustainability on a global scale.
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HX Honoured with 2024 Princess Royal Training Award for Excellence in Workforce Development

HX Honoured with 2024 Princess Royal Training Award for Excellence in Workforce Development

Expedition company HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) has been recognised as one of the top 52 companies awarded the prestigious Princess Royal Training Award for 2024. Their groundbreaking training programme, “Guiding in Polar Bear Environments,” has been acknowledged as a leader in its field by HRH The Princess Royal, President of the City and Guilds of London Institute.

Hurtigruten CEO Hedda Felin at Innovation Norway's Made in Norway launch, August 21, 2024. Credit: Innovation Norway.

Hurtigruten Leads Global 'Made in Norway' Campaign Launch

Oslo, Norway (August 22, 2024) – Hurtigruten, the undisputed travel expert on Norway and its stunning coastline, is the only travel brand part of the new major initiative Made in Norway, a visionary project by the Norwegian government and spearheaded by Hurtigruten partner Innovation Norway. The initiative has been created to promote and celebrate the very best of Norwegian craftsmanship, authenti

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