How Cruise Sustainability Affects Your Vacation with Havila Voyages, with Journalist Joel Balsam
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I was on the first ever carbon neutral voyage, as they call it, and I'm impressed.
It was fueled with bio gas and batteries. So, for 30 minutes of the voyage, we were completely on batteries.
It was remarkably quiet. And you know that's a major breakthrough in terms of technology.
They're trying to keep food waste to 75 grams per guest per day and they actually are down even lower than that.
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We sit down with travel journalist Joel Balsam to explore what sustainability really looks like in cruising today. From Norway’s electric-first mindset to Havila’s hybrid ships powered by biogas and massive battery systems, we unpack how innovation is reshaping the industry. We share how this directly impacts your experience: quieter, near-silent sailing through pristine landscapes, more intentional dining that reduces waste, and the protection of the wildlife and destinations you came to see. We also get honest about the pros, limits, and future of greener travel. If you want to cruise more consciously without sacrificing the experience, this episode shows why it matters—for your trip now and the future of travel. Follow Joel’s travels and read his fantastic articles on Instagram and his website: • Joel’s website: https://joelbalsam.com/ • Instagram @joelbalsam: https://www.instagram.com/joelbalsam/ CHAPTERS 00:35 Welcome, Freelance Travel Journalist, Joel Balsam 02:32 First Impressions of Norway 05:20 Why Sustainable Power is at the Forefront of Havila Voyage's Mind 08:20 Why Cruise Ship Tech & Sustainability Matter to Cruisers 09:00 Havila Voyages’ Revolutionary Hybrid Technology 12:01 Why You Can Feel Good About Cruising in Norway 14:15 More Ways Cruisers Benefit from Sustainable Advancements in Tech 17:16 How Factoring in Food Waste Affects Your Meals 21:13 Nature & Relaxation as Entertainment 24:17: The Future of Battery-Powered Ships