Belinda Hindmarsh, Deputy CEO of Ponant Explorations Group, joins Adam Deflorian on this episode of Luxury Travel Innovators to discuss how Ponant is redefining luxury travel by shifting focus from the ship itself to the experiences of true exploration, offering access to the world’s most remote destinations without sacrificing comfort or depth of connection.

Key topics include:

• How Ponant is shifting perception from traditional cruising to purpose-driven, small-ship exploration that prioritized access, immersion, and meaning.

• Why “where you go” matters more than ever, featuring global itineraries designed around rare, hard-to-reach places.

• The unique space Ponant occupies between rugged expedition and refined luxury.

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Produced by Brenna Darling and Chase Gohl, 2026
Opening by Melissa Kennedy and Ellery Ross-Reid, 2026