Aurora Expeditions launches their brand new Russian Coast 2011 voyages
Aurora Expeditions launched their 2011 Russian Coast brochure at a intimate event on Wednesday evening. The new brochure features five Russian itineraries, including three inaugural expeditions – The Secrets of the White Sea, Voyage to the End of the Earth, featuring the remote Franz Josef Land and most incredible of all, a 26-day adventure Across the North East Passage from European Russian to the Far East.
All Russian voyages will set sail on Aurora Expeditions brand new ship the Akademik Shokalskiy – sister ship to their famed Polar Pioneer. This ice-strengthened research ship was built in Finland in 1982. Fully refurbished in 2008, the ship provides accommodation for a maximum of 54 passengers as well as two dining rooms, lounge bar, lecture theatre, sauna and an ‘Open Bridge’ policy.
“Aurora Expeditions is committed to taking our passengers to the heart of nature. Our new Russian program delivers a unique combination of history and culture set against a backdrop of incredible natural beauty and wilderness”, said Lisa Bolton, CEO Aurora Expeditions.
“These are not conventional cruises, they are expeditions to some of the most remote and least visited destinations on the planet, and I am delighted to be able to deliver them to our passengers with the care and dedication that Aurora Expeditions is famous for.”
Aurora Expeditions continue their Russian odyssey, with two itineraries returning to the Russian Far East - The Bering Sea Explorer, which will discover the volcano-rich Kamchatka Peninsula and the grand finale – The Ring of Fire, exploring the magnificent Kuril Islands.
The evening kicked off with a traditional Russian welcome - a shot of vodka and a piece of rye - before hearing from Aurora Expeditions CEO, Lisa Bolton and Expedition Leader, Howard Whelan. Russian musicians, The Volatinsky Trio, had everyone in a Russian mood to continue the nights event.
Order or download a copy of the new brochure at http://www.auroraexpeditions.com.au/brochure or for further information contact Aurora Expeditions on 02 9252 1033 or visit http://www.auroraexpeditions.com.au.
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13/08/2010
