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Looking for next level expedition cruising? SH Diana is just what you need! The newest addition to our fleet combines cutting-edge technology with stylish, sophisticated design, and the ship’s special ice-resistant PC6 hull means it’s able to visit some of the world's most inaccessible regions. This new generation polar class ship is our largest, and features elegant interiors – including exclusive onboard art – wide unobstructed views, a spectacular grand staircase, and dedicated expedition facilities, so you can explore the world in style and comfort.
Before the 9-day Arctic Cruise last month, I had never heard of Swan Hellenic. Soon after the cruise started, Anya, one of the wonderful expedition team members after learning I visited Antarctica last year (with another expedition cruise line), said that I would be very hard to please. It's true in terms of sightings and close encounters with wildlife but the Arctic offers a beautiful soul-cleansing scenery which is incomparable. I am in fact extremely pleased with everything else: the beautiful and almost new SH Diana is small but cozy. Every crew member is friendly and helpful! They not only know us by our name on the second day, they also remember our preference and sometimes even fulfill our needs without we having to ask. The expedition team is knowledgeable, hardworking and passionate with their work. When the team leader Ryan said in the orientation that he is very excited to show us the Arctic, I can really feel his enthusiasm. All activities including the zodiac landings, cruising, lectures, etc, are thoughtfully arranged to show us the Arctic from different perspectives. Yet the biggest surprise is the food. Although the menu is not an extensive one, food is tasty, never too salty or dessert too sweet, and soup is always steamy hot, something rarely achieved by other cruise lines. I am already looking at sailing with them again! Such an enjoyable experience!
From the moment we walked onto SH Diana, we knew it going to be special! The staff was so friendly and attentive. They made each of us feel like we were the most important on the ship. The excursions were well thought out each day with safety as their number one priority. It was fun getting to know each one of them, playing fun games or just sitting around talking with each one brought a different perspective learning about their journeys and their love of their position on the ship. The food was wonderful as there was a different theme each day showcasing different country cuisine. They even had a birthday cake and sang to my friend one evening. We really felt that we had new friends by the end of our ten days together in the Arctic. I highly recommend Swan Hellenic for your next adventure. Until next time, SH Diana…
This journey is for those who want to, to use the Swan Hellenic trademark, "See What Others Don't." Certainly beginning a cruise in one of the northern most cities in the world, Tromso, Norway, already guarantees a more rarified itinerary. The ship, Diana, was a beautiful vessel with cabins that are spacious and comfortable - even an artificial fireplace in each room! The food was excellent and standard alcoholic beverages included. But if you are looking for speciality restaurants and water slides, you want a cruise, not an educational expedition to some of the most remote places in the world. The team leaders on this expedition shared an incredible knowledge of the wildlife, geography and history of Svalbard. And because this is an expedition, the crew easily changed the itinerary to accommodate weather, wildlife sightings and unscheduled opportunities for special circumstance. Examples from this journey might be venturing to 81.01° North (the furthest north of any vessel on the planet that particular day and a record north for Diana) or in the midnight sun, a zodiac cruise at 9pm after dinner. The ship only carries 192 passengers and in our case there were only 42 of us. The crew seemed generally excited that we had opportunities on this trip that had not been possible on earlier voyages - such as Bear Island on the way back which they had been unable to visit by zodiac in 18 months. And to top off your adventure, the Swan Hellenic team documents photographically each day so that you can receive a pictorial review of this incredible trip when you get home (they have the large telephoto lenses that most of us didn't carry). So to sum this up, if you are a traveler and not a tourist, I cannot recommend Swan Hellenic highly enough. I went for the adventure and experience and I got it. I am very grateful.
We immensely enjoyed our Arctic cruise to Svalbard- Longyearbyen on the SH Diana. The excellent: food was consistently really tasty, with heathy variety to choose from, and gourmet level main dishes. The crew ( dining, cabin, expedition team, and reception) provided personalized, attentive and professional service. I felt really special. The Oceanview cabin was spacious, clean, with comfortable bed and couch; bathroom was clean and relatively new. ; there were only two shore excursions namely at Longyearbyen and North Cape. Both were good choices, specially the North Cape one. I wish: there were enhancement lectures before any landing instead of after landings- this way I could appreciate more of what I would see during landing activities; I would have appreciated if we had an expert to tell us more about glaciers and sea ice, etc ( given the many glacier zodiac cruising we had in this trip); that I would have seen more of the Arctic animals , although this would have been more difficult to control. Overall:: a great cruise value for the price for the quality and luxury- level experience we had.
The experience on SH Diana is much much better than the other cruises I joined before. Not only the activities,either excurisions or on board , but also the services provided were excellent. All crews were polites, helpful and willing to serve. Foods were good and some waiters/waiters I met, I can never forget their names as they treated me like a closed family as well as honor guest. The names of the them are Adrian, Dona, Francis, Fritz, Jacycee, Roselle, Theordore.... Indeed Ryan the ship leader was also very helpful and made our trip unforgetable. Also thanks to the expedition teams for their guide and protection throughout the excursion. I also thanks to the carpenter who helped me to fix the luggage and the expedition team members who helped my wife to carry the carry on luggage during our embarkment. They also helped us to load our luggage to the Uber taxi we called even if we did not use their servies. Thanks all the crews for giving me such a wonderful trip.
Before the 9-day Arctic Cruise last month, I had never heard of Swan Hellenic. Soon after the cruise started, Anya, one of the wonderful expedition team members after learning I visited Antarctica last year (with another expedition cruise line), said that I would be very hard to please. It's true in terms of sightings and close encounters with wildlife but the Arctic offers a beautiful soul-cleansing scenery which is incomparable. I am in fact extremely pleased with everything else: the beautiful and almost new SH Diana is small but cozy. Every crew member is friendly and helpful! They not only know us by our name on the second day, they also remember our preference and sometimes even fulfill our needs without we having to ask. The expedition team is knowledgeable, hardworking and passionate with their work. When the team leader Ryan said in the orientation that he is very excited to show us the Arctic, I can really feel his enthusiasm. All activities including the zodiac landings, cruising, lectures, etc, are thoughtfully arranged to show us the Arctic from different perspectives. Yet the biggest surprise is the food. Although the menu is not an extensive one, food is tasty, never too salty or dessert too sweet, and soup is always steamy hot, something rarely achieved by other cruise lines. I am already looking at sailing with them again! Such an enjoyable experience!
From the moment we walked onto SH Diana, we knew it going to be special! The staff was so friendly and attentive. They made each of us feel like we were the most important on the ship. The excursions were well thought out each day with safety as their number one priority. It was fun getting to know each one of them, playing fun games or just sitting around talking with each one brought a different perspective learning about their journeys and their love of their position on the ship. The food was wonderful as there was a different theme each day showcasing different country cuisine. They even had a birthday cake and sang to my friend one evening. We really felt that we had new friends by the end of our ten days together in the Arctic. I highly recommend Swan Hellenic for your next adventure. Until next time, SH Diana…
Each cabin welcomes you with a bottle of Champagne (75cl – Premium Suites, Suites, Junior Suites/37.5cl – Balcony, Oceanview) and there’s also free Wi-Fi, personal safe, and a pair of Nikon Prostaff 3S 10x42 binoculars to help you watch out for wildlife!
Amenities also include a smart HDTV, individually-controlled air-conditioning, stocked minibar with snacks, soft drinks & beer, Illy Espresso coffee machine with pods, kettle and Kusmi tea bags, towels for cabin, pool and gym, bathrobe, bedroom slippers, and toiletries by Lajatica.
When it comes to dining on your expedition cruise, our ships have a variety of welcoming venues.
From the gourmet offerings of the Swan Restaurant, and the Pool Bar & Grill’s delicious dishes, to the relaxed tapas-style dining of the Club Lounge, you’ll find exquisite cuisine, skillfully prepared by top chefs.
Plus, our carefully curated in-room menu offers a relaxing dining experience in the comfort of your own stateroom
If you are looking to experience the remote Polar regions or explore truly off-the-beaten path destinations and cultures of our spectacular planet, then you are in great company. Swan Hellenic exists to provide its guests with authentic, intimate and unforgettable moments in extraordinary locations and remote landmarks.
SH Diana has been designed for immersive experiences, with extensive outside deck areas, multiple observation points and bright, open and relaxing public spaces with unobstructed views.
Take time to indulge and invigorate your senses…
Please note: there are no dedicated children's facilities on board.
