From August 5-17, 2028, VACAYA sails roundtrip from Longyearbyen, Norway, aboard PONANT's Le Commandant Charcot for a 12-night expedition to the Geographic North Pole – 90° North, the very top of the world! This is the first-of-its-kind all-LGBTQ+ full-ship expedition to the North Pole, aboard the world's only luxury icebreaker with a PC2 polar-class hull. Limited to just 244 guests with 20 expert naturalist guides, 16 expedition Zodiacs, and unparalleled polar immersion including kayaking, hiking, snowshoeing, and a polar plunge.
VACAYA's first all-LGBTQ+ expedition to the Geographic North Pole aboard the world's only luxury icebreaker, Le Commandant Charcot, sailing roundtrip from Longyearbyen, Norway.
Steven Krumholz is the guy who actually picks up the phone — and the one who knows which cabin, which resort, and which party is worth your time. Decades of access, zero booking fees, all heart.
From August 5-17, 2028, VACAYA sails roundtrip from Longyearbyen, Norway, aboard PONANT's Le Commandant Charcot for a 12-night expedition to the Geographic North Pole – 90° North, the very top of the world! This is the first-of-its-kind all-LGBTQ+ full-ship expedition to the North Pole, aboard the world's only luxury icebreaker with a PC2 polar-class hull. Limited to just 244 guests with 20 expert naturalist guides, 16 expedition Zodiacs, and unparalleled polar immersion including kayaking, hiking, snowshoeing, and a polar plunge.
VACAYA's first all-LGBTQ+ expedition to the Geographic North Pole aboard the world's only luxury icebreaker, Le Commandant Charcot, sailing roundtrip from Longyearbyen, Norway.
Steven Krumholz is the guy who actually picks up the phone — and the one who knows which cabin, which resort, and which party is worth your time. Decades of access, zero booking fees, all heart.
Bergen is Norway's second-largest city and the primary gateway to the country's world-famous fjords. Nestled between seven mountains and the sea, it is celebrated for its historic Hanseatic wharf at Bryggen, a lively fish market, and a rich cultural scene. The city maintains a welcoming and progressive atmosphere, making it a premier destination for LGBTQ+ travelers seeking both nature and urban culture.
A day at sea offers the perfect opportunity to relax, recharge, and enjoy all the ship's amenities without distractions. Take advantage of pools, entertainment, dining experiences, and social activities while cruising the beautiful waters between destinations.
A day at sea offers the perfect opportunity to relax, recharge, and enjoy all the ship's amenities without distractions. Take advantage of pools, entertainment, dining experiences, and social activities while cruising the beautiful waters between destinations.
The Geographic North Pole is the northernmost point on Earth, located in the middle of the Arctic Ocean where all longitudinal lines converge. Unlike the South Pole, it is situated on a shifting mass of sea ice rather than solid land, meaning its position is over deep water. Access is primarily achieved via high-powered icebreakers or specialized aircraft during the brief summer window. It serves as a significant site for scientific research and remains a pinnacle destination for extreme adventure travel and polar exploration.
The Geographic North Pole is the northernmost point on Earth, located in the middle of the Arctic Ocean where all longitudinal lines converge. Unlike the South Pole, it is situated on a shifting mass of sea ice rather than solid land, meaning its position is over deep water. Access is primarily achieved via high-powered icebreakers or specialized aircraft during the brief summer window. It serves as a significant site for scientific research and remains a pinnacle destination for extreme adventure travel and polar exploration.
Ny-Ålesund is the world's northernmost functional public settlement, located at 79 degrees north on the island of Spitsbergen in the Svalbard archipelago. Originally established as a coal mining town in 1916, it has since transitioned into a premier international center for Arctic climate change research and environmental science, hosting permanent research stations from multiple nations and housing a small year-round population of scientists and support staff.
The Northwest region of Spitsbergen, largely covered by the Northwest Spitsbergen National Park, is a quintessential Arctic wilderness characterized by dramatic jagged mountains, deep fjords, and massive tidewater glaciers. This remote area is steeped in polar history, containing remains of 17th-century whaling stations and base camps for early North Pole expeditions. It is one of the premier locations in the Svalbard archipelago for spotting Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, walruses, and numerous species of seabirds.
Bergen is Norway's second-largest city and the primary gateway to the country's world-famous fjords. Nestled between seven mountains and the sea, it is celebrated for its historic Hanseatic wharf at Bryggen, a lively fish market, and a rich cultural scene. The city maintains a welcoming and progressive atmosphere, making it a premier destination for LGBTQ+ travelers seeking both nature and urban culture.
Ponant
