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Sailing in polar waters with Olivier de Kersauson | PONANT

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Creator's Key Takeaways

sailing in the polar regions amidst icebergs and growlers small icebergs which requires a high level of navigational skills from the captains

it's also a great privilege to go to parts of the world that are virgin territory

the company gives them freedom to judge and make decisions depending on the wildlife

the Poonam vessels are not very big and can slip in where no one else can go

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QWhat are the challenges of sailing in polar regions?
QWhy are PONANT ships suited for polar expeditions?

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Antarctic Peninsula4 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Olivier de Kersauson discusses the specific aspects of sailing in polar regions. The experienced captains of PONANT's cruise ships are specialists in navigating through waters that are populated by these majestic tabular icebergs that are so large they challenge the high, snow-capped peaks. They will guide you through these enchanting regions thanks to "ice-certified" boats that are specially designed for expeditions of this kind. Each day, PONANT invites you to experience something new through unique, tailored encounters, giving you the freedom to contemplate the emperor penguins, black-browed albatrosses and humpback whales in the magical polar landscapes at will. To learn more about our luxury cruises, visit www.ponant.com. Since its founding by Jean-Emmanuel Sauvée over a quarter of a century ago, PONANT has been France's only cruise company. With French crews, and the expertise, personal service, and cuisine that they bring with them, we offer luxury cruises to help you discover truly exceptional destinations. Whether you are embarking on a nature voyage in northern Europe, a cultural voyage to South America, an idyllic Caribbean cruise or a sophisticated expedition through the icy waters of the Antarctic, PONANT crosses the world's oceans in search of exclusive itineraries that are rich in fresh discoveries and encounters. Do you dream of experiencing a voyage on the sea that combines authenticity with sophistication? We will welcome you on board our luxurious boats, yachts and sailing ships to offer an unforgettable cruise in an atmosphere of relaxed sophistication on a human scale. Continue the PONANT experience on our website: www.ponant.com Find the latest news about our cruises by subscribing to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/PonantCruises Follow us on our social networking pages and share your own PONANT moments: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ponant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ponantcruises/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ponant_cruises