Free flights were also offered on select Galapagos cruises in 2018 on both ships. He immigrated to the United States in 1951 and later became an American citizen. Service is friendly (not doting). According to the merger terms, the Lindblad owners received USD 90 million cash payment on closing. Lindblad pioneers expedition travel to Galápagos. He died of a sudden heart attack in 1994, while on vacation in Stockholm. Lindblad pioneers expedition travel to Antarctica. Since 2003, Nat Hab has partnered with "World Wildlife Fund" to offer nature-protecting eco-conscious and sustainable tour travel. 6-day "Wild Alaska Escape - Sitka to Juneau" is offered May-June-July-August 2020. Pages in category "Lindblad Expeditions" This category contains only the following page. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies and local storage. In 1966 Lars-Eric Lindblad led the first-ever citizen explorer expedition. [4] Lindblad was awarded the Order of the Golden Ark by the Netherlands for services to wildlife conservation, and was in 1987 made a Knight of the Polar Star by the King of Sweden. In 2016 were announced the ships' names - National Geographic Quest (2017) and National Geographic Venture (2018). IMPORTANT: Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Lindblad Expeditions (National Geographic Cruises) suspended the entire fleet's passenger shipping operations (all Lindblad-owned vessels) by cancelling all voyages with pre-scheduled departures in the period March 16 through August 15, 2020 (initially through June 30 and July 31). Lars-Eric Lindblad was born in 1927 in Solna north of Stockholm, Sweden. They’re places we’ve been going to for decades, and our experienced and renowned staff ensure the adventure of a lifetime. Lindblad was president and chief executive officer of Lindblad Travel in Westport, Connecticut, for more than 30 years. National Geographic Global Explorers Program! For 50 years, we’ve been introducing travelers to this exhilarating way to experience the planet's wonders. In 2016, the company sold to Lindblad the Via Australis ship for USD 18 million. Lindblad partners with NatGeo to provide teams of professionals (scientists, naturalists, researchers, photographers) participating in each expedition voyage. Sven Lindblad leads expeditions to East Africa. Renowned expedition teams Over 50 years, we achieved a reputation for the best expedition teams in the business. The founders of Capitol Acquisition Corporation made a charitable donation to "Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Joint Fund for Exploration and Conservation", which included 500,000 shares of stock. The Lindblad acquisition deal followed the 2014 acquisition of Prestige Cruise Holdings by NCLH (Norwegian Cruise Line Holding). You exceed allowed number of e-mails sent from a single IP. The boat resumes service in early-June 2021. The National Geographic allianceIn 2004, Lindblad Expeditions embarked on one of the travel industry’s most important partnerships when it joined forces with National Geographic to further inspire the world through expedition travel. This website uses cookies and local storage. In opening remote and exotic areas of the world to tourism, he became widely recognized as a prominent figure of ecotourism. Lindblad Expeditions Holdings Inc (website) is a USA cruise shipping company headquartered in NYC and Nasdaq (stock exchange) listed as LIND. As a young man, Sven spent six years in East Africa photographing elephants and wildlife and assisting filmmakers on a documentary about the destruction of African rain forests. The deal allowed this adventure cruise line to receive new financial resources. The hallmark of Lindblad Expeditions voyages is the team of experts accompanying every trip - undersea specialists, researchers and seasoned naturalists who share their knowledge with travellers. Lars-Eric Lindblad (January 23, 1927 – July 8, 1994) was a Swedish-American entrepreneur and explorer, who pioneered tourism to many remote and exotic parts of the world. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies and local storage. Operations are planned to resume on August 16 (including in Alaska and Galapagos). Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic establishes the Joint Fund for the Ocean. According to Lindblad Expeditions, the 'National Geographic Endurance' is a: "Next-generation expedition ship, purpose-built for polar navigation. All ships have LEX spas and provide wireless Internet access. Soon followed an announcement about NatGeo Orion's 14-day Japan coastal voyage (departure Sept 15, 2021) with prices from USD 20800 pp (double occupancy). About Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Sharing & exploring the planet’s wild, seldom-seen places Venturing to the ends of the Earth takes experience—and we have more than 50 years experience turning vacationers into active and engaged explorers. The new offerings combine Scenic riverboats' all-inclusive luxury experience with NatGeo's science and exploration themed activities. Staterooms range from functional and small to well-equipped and roomy, with modern luxury touches. Lindblad Expeditions (National Geographic Cruises) suspended the entire fleet's passenger shipping operations (all Lindblad-owned vessels) by cancelling all voyages with pre-scheduled departures in the period March 16 through August 15, 2020 (initially through June 30 and July 31). In March 2013, Lindblad acquired the travel company Orion Expedition Cruises. These voyages also offer themed excursions ranging from hiking and biking to nature, culture, and history. He brought 57 pioneering individuals with him. Call us at 1.800.397.3348 | 1.212.261.9000 In August 2015, Lindblad Expeditions Inc announced the company's plans to order two new cruise vessels with scheduled delivery in 2017 and 2018. L. Lars-Eric Lindblad; Last edited on 26 January 2019, at 04:20. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia MS National Geographic Endeavour was a small expedition ship operated by Lindblad Expeditions for cruising in remote areas, particularly the polar regions. We can be the first to set foot somewhere—because we are an expedition travel company and this is our mission. The expedition cruise company Lindblad Expeditions announced it plans to base one of its vessels in French Polynesia from January 2021 as it has begun offering voyages for next year. Lindblad stocks are owned by insiders (45%) and institutions (55%). Sven Lindblad elected to UN Environmental Programme Global Roll of Honor. However, unlike other expedition companies, the line has done a lot for attracting families. Soon followed an announcement about NatGeo Orion's 14-day Japan coastal voyage (departure Sept 15, 2021) with prices from USD 20800 pp (double occupancy). Guests aboard Lindblad Explorer are greeted by Asmat warriors in what was then called Irian Jaya and now renamed West Papua. Come aboard and discover a world of adventure travel you never knew existed. The Scotland-based Lord of the Glens ship's remaining 2020 schedule was cancelled (a total of 8x departures between Inverness and Kyle of Lochalsh). After leaving South America behind and traveling for... Today we left South America behind and enjoyed following... Late in the afternoon on March 15, the news from the... Another day in paradise! In 1984, he led the first voyage by a tourist ship through the Northwest Passage from Newfoundland over the American continent and via Bering Strait to Yokohama, Japan. Lindblad Expeditions adventure cruises go beyond limits and all expectations.