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AE Expeditions fleet
Who should travel
AE Expeditions cruises are suitable for travellers who wish to learn more about the natural world and who enjoy action-packed holidays.
Expedition cruises in general tend to attract more able-bodied guests owing to their active nature, and AE’s itineraries are very much activity-led and destination-focused.
The company has also tailored its services to attract solo travellers, who can avoid paying supplementary accommodation costs by cabin sharing and make new friends in the process.
Destinations
AE Expeditions sails to plenty of bucket-list destinations.
For those wanting to explore the polar regions, AE Expeditions is the cruise line to sail with.
AE calls at plenty of popular destinations such as Greater Antarctica and the Arctic, including the northernmost areas of Greenland and Iceland – and the islands which surround both poles.
If you are after something else, then don’t lose hope as AE also visits Alaska, California, Canada, Costa Rica, Norway, Panama, Raja Ampat, the Kimberly Region, and Nepal.
Or, if you want to extend your holiday on land, the cruise line offers extension tours to South America and the Galapagos Islands.
Dining
Food is integral on an expedition cruise – not only to fuel you for your adventures, but also to delve into each destination guests visit.
There is an open seating dining area onboard, which is perfect for guests to swap stories and ask the expedition team any questions.
Tea, coffee and snacks are available throughout the day and night, and for mealtimes, the chefs onboard offer varying menu options that change regularly.
There is also a delectable afternoon tea.
The Captain’s Farewell drinks at the end of the cruise is not one to miss, where guests can enjoy complimentary beverages and cocktail appetisers, followed by a three course meal with their captain and expedition team.
Inclusions
Standard inclusions include fully-serviced accommodation, daily shore excursions, guided walks and Zodiac cruises, entry fees to historic or tourist sites, an experienced tram of specialists and a lecture programme.
In terms of dining, daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea and snack are all included, with house wines, beer and soft drinks included with dinner.
Inclusions differ depending on where you sail, for example all Antarctic voyages include one night’s pre-voyage accommodation and arrival airport transfer. Some voyages also include flights, but look out for whether this is stated or not.
If guests upgrade to a suite, they can enjoy one pair of binoculars, a free stocked minibar and a free bottle of champagne.
