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Check-In Episode 31: Hurtigruten CEO Hedda Felin on Sustainability and 130 Years

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I have built the last fossil fuel ship for the Norwegian Coast and we aim to have this ship ready by 2030.

We have this promise that if you do not experience the northern lights and it's a qualitatively checked with facts so that is really if you don't experience it you will get a new trip for free.

When you come home from a journey you're you have a new family.

It's the most authentic and real way to discover Norway and learn about Norway with fantastic Food local experience appearances and them and that happens actually to be sustainability and practice.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Choose local food for low carbon footprint and authentic experience.
βœ“Be willing to go up in the middle of the night to see the Northern Lights.

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Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the CEO's vision for sustainability in the cruise industry?
QHow does Hurtigruten differentiate itself in the market?
QWhat are the challenges and opportunities in promoting sustainable tourism?

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Sustainability4Β½ Happy BaconPort Destination4 Happy BaconService Crew3Β½ Happy BaconValue PricingΒ½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Norway4 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description↓

Join TMR's Daniel McCarthy as he talk with Hedda Felin, the CEO of Hurtigruten, for an inspiring conversation about sustainability and leadership in the cruise industry. As a first-time cruise executive and one of the few female CEOs in the industry, Felin shares her unique perspective on how Hurtigruten is leading the way in sustainable cruising. Discover the challenges and opportunities that come with promoting sustainable tourism, learn how Hurtigruten is now targeting the North American market, and hear how the ringing in its 130th year in operation. From innovative ship designs to partnerships with local communities, Felin and Hurtigruten are setting a new standard for sustainability in the cruise industry. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of responsible tourism and what it takes to be a leader in the industry. Tune in now to the latest episode of Check-In. U.S. Passport Renewal Processing Time Now 8 to 11 Weeks: https://www.travelmarketreport.com/News/articles/US-Passport-Renewal-Processing-Time-Now-8-to-11-Weeks For More #traveladvisor content, Subscribe now! #hurtigruten #sustainability Our latest episode of the MasterAdvisor series about What's Trending in Expedition Cruising: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zobanWaCcPU Subscribe to TMR's Newsletter: https://www.travelmarketreport.com/tmr-sign-up