Swan Hellenic News
Swan Hellenic to require all crew to be vaccinated against Covid-19
The cruise line - which is set to return at the end of this year - said it hoped the action would complete a package of health measures to ensure a safe environment on board.
Swan Hellenic names second ship in new fleet
Swan Hellenic today announced the keel laying of SH Vega, the second of three purpose-designed ice-class expedition cruise ships that Helsinki Shipyard is building for the company.
New sales agent for Swan Hellenic in Scandinavia
Swan Hellenic has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Nordic Cruise GSA (NCG), to provide a direct presence in Scandinavia and Iceland.
Swan Hellenic appoints UK sales director
Tom Dumbrell will bring a combination of youthful energy, out-of-the-box thinking and extensive cruise industry sales management experience, the company said.
Swan Hellenic opens North America office as relaunch approaches
Based in Fort Lauderdale, the location will offer personal service across the United States, Canada and Mexico, including through a dedicated call centre.
Thomas joins team as Swan Hellenic prepares for return
The highly-experienced guide and lecturer Pierre Thomas, an expedition leader for over 26 years, has now found a new home at Swan Hellenic.
Heger to return to Swan Hellenic ahead of relaunch
Hans Heger played an instrumental role in the historic Swan Hellenic and its first purpose-built ship, Minerva, so he brings a strong understanding of the pioneering roots of the brand.
Swan Hellenic orders third Vega-class ship as return nears
Swan Hellenic and Helsinki Shipyard have entered into a contractual agreement for a third Vega-class expedition cruise vessel. The line hopes to return to operation in 2021.
Swan Hellenic brand to return next year
Two state-of-the-art expedition ships are being built in Helsinki Shipyard Oy, Finland aimed at providing 152 guests an elegant, intimate and personal onboard experience.
G Adventures acquires Swan Hellenic brand
G Adventures has acquired the Swan Hellenic brand; a 60-year-old pioneering UK cruise line and respected name in the boutique cruising sector. Former operator All Leisure Holidays filed for bankruptcy earlier this year.
All Leisure Holidays goes into administration
All Leisure Holidays – operator of both the Swan Hellenic and Voyages of Discovery brands – has gone into administration. The company operated two cruise programmes, Swan Hellenic on the ‘Minerva’ and Voyages of Discovery on the ‘Voyager’.
Swan Hellenic celebrates diamond anniversary
Swan Hellenic, the award-winning small-ship enrichment cruise line, is celebrating its 60th year of discovery cruising with early booking offers for its 2014/15 season and a special Diamond Anniversary itinerary.