Cruise news

Voyage from pole to pole taking in four continents, up to 11 countries and more than 100 calls on epic adventure sailings with Hurtigruten Expeditions.

The Norwegian line has unveiled three Arctic-Antarctica itineraries for August next year, taking in the likes of Alaska, Iceland, Greenland, the Northwest Passage, the Panama Canal and the Drake Passage.

Two of the trips – which range in length from 66-94 days – are offered by batteryhybrid ships MS Roald Amundsen and MS Fridtjof Nansen, with the third on the revamped MS Fram.

Hurtigruten Expeditions chief Asta Lassesen said: “These extraordinary voyages will showcase some of the most spectacular nature and wildlife and offer encounters with unique cultures.”

Fingers crossed for that big Lotto win, prices start at €27,990 per person rising to €41,990 for the longer voyages. hurtigruten.co.uk

Cunard’s new ship launching in early 2024 will be named Queen Anne. She joins Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth and her maiden season will go on sale in May. cunard.com