As the world of luxury travel continues to evolve, expedition cruising has emerged as a remarkable fusion of adventure and refined indulgence. French luxury cruise operator Ponant Explorations Group (which is owned by Kering's parent holding company Artémis) takes adventurous travelers to some of the world’s most remote and untouched corners. Scott Kerr sits down with Sam Chamberlain, CEO of Americas at Ponant Explorations Group, to discuss why expedition cruising on small ships has been a breakout travel trend for the wealthy and what's driving their interest. As France's only cruise company, he talks about Ponant's emphasis on traditional French hospitality uniquely positions it in a fast-developing segment, its world's first luxury icebreaking cruise ship Le Commandant Charcot reaching the North Pole of Inaccessibility, and seeing more solo and younger clientele taking expedition cruises. Plus: Collaborating with the non-profit Explorers Club on scientific voyages.

Featuring: Sam Chamberlain, CEO of Americas at Ponant Explorations Group (ponant.com)

Host: Scott Kerr, Founder & President of Silvertone Consulting

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