HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), has announced plans introduce an ‘all-inclusive’ offering as standard across its whole fleet beginning in November 2024.
“Expedition cruising can be a complex product for agents to sell, given the unique destinations we visit and varying experiences by operator. We’re confident that by including so many elements as standard in the price, we can simplify life onboard and enhance our trade-friendly focus,” said Chief Commercial Officer Alex Delamere-White.
HX guests in Neko Harbour, Antarctica. Photo: Yuri Matisse Choufour. (Photo Credit: HX)
For guests booking a HX expedition, starting with Antarctica & Galápagos expeditions departing in October 2024, their regular grade cabin will now include:
· Daily expeditions and activities such as hikes, community visits and talks.
· Full board dining, including breakfast, lunch and dinner with house wine and beer.
· Wine, beer, spirits and cocktails available across the day and evening.
· All-day coffee, tea & soft drinks.
· Free Wi-Fi.
· Gratuities.
· Interactive science program, Science Centre and activities both on and off the ships.
· Access to sauna, hot tubs, fitness room and more.
· Professional photos from the onboard photographer.
· Opportunities to engage with and support local communities and environmental initiatives through Hurtigruten Foundation.
· Take home expedition gear and reusable water bottle.
HX is moving to all-inclusive fares on its expedition cruises. (Photo Credit: HX)
“We want our guests to fully embrace being curious travellers when they’re with us,” said Delamere-White. “By making things as easy as possible, they can focus on exploring remote parts of the world and learning from our expert team. We believe adventure should be all-inclusive, which is why our daily expeditions, talks and access to the science centre come at no extra cost, alongside delicious food and drink.”
Since rebranding to HX last December, this product evolution is one of many new initiatives that seek to combine the company’s exploring heritage with the modern-day guest experience.
These changes look to enhance the guest experience onboard, part of a larger project aimed at crafting the ultimate expedition cruise experience, but importantly simplify the product offering for trade.
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