THE WORLD!!!!
Life aboard The World is like no other sailing experience. Elegant and intimate surroundings, impeccable service and excellent onboard facilities make it a home away from home. More akin to a private yacht, The World is renowned for its intriguing itineraries and unique voyages that will take you to some of the most exciting places on the planet. With longer stays in port and well-researched excursions in smaller groups, The World offers the chance to travel at your own pace in utter luxury in the company of adventurous and like-minded fellow explorers.
• 2010 Expeditions – Greenland
The World will visit Greenland, the largest and least densely populated island on earth, from September 1-18, 2010 for an incredible journey though one of the planet’s most breathtaking destinations. More than two weeks will be devoted to Greenland’s Ice Age glaciers, deep fjords, towering mountains and majestic wilderness. Although The World has visited Greenland once before, this is the first expedition of its kind, offering 18 days of guided tours, informative lectures and excursions as well as plenty of time for personal shopping and sightseeing.
• The Expedition
The expedition begins in the world’s most northerly capital, Reykjavik. After traversing the Denmark Strait, the ship will pass along the Eastern coast of Greenland, where passengers can observe the expedition’s first icebergs. The World’s fleet of nimble zodiacs will enable travelers to explore the wild tundra and its magnificent wildlife ashore.
After spending time on the ice-covered east coast, the vessel will visit the west coast via the Prins Christian Sund, a glacially carved fjord system over 50 miles long. This narrow channel is surrounded by mountains towering over 6,600 feet on either side.
A visit to Greenland’s largest and best-preserved ruin, Hvalsey Church, offers a glimpse into how the Norse settlers lived and colorful town of Qaqortoq includes a guided walking tour and longer hikes into the surrounding countryside.
The World will travel nearly 400 miles beyond the Arctic Circle, this will be the furthest north of the voyage, heading to the ancient winter settlement of Qilakitsoq, site of a group of mummified bodies, preserved for 500 years by the cold, dry conditions. Sailing on to Disko Island and Southern Disko Bay, Greenland’s largest and newest island and home to a wealth of avian and marine life.
The expedition ends in St Anthony, Newfoundland, the largest town in this region of northern Labrador. Travelers may choose to disembark or stay on board as The World makes her way to Quebec and beyond.
• Other Locations
The World will spend the remainder of 2010 on an extensive tour of East Coast USA, Brazil and Argentina and a further expedition to Antarctica over Christmas and New Year.
• Pricing
Suites start from £1,020 per night including all food and selected wines and champagnes, port charges and gratuities (minimum six-night stay).
• Private Residences aboard The World:
There are 165 residences aboard The World. Residences range in approximate price from US $825,000 to US $13.3 million. Currently, there are a select number of resale residences currently available for purchase, including veranda studios, one-bedroom residences, two-room residences and the six-bedroom penthouse.