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LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS SIGNS MULTI-YEAR CHARTER DEAL WITH TRANSCEND CRUISES TO LAUNCH EUROPEAN RIVER EXPEDITIONS
Strategic Partnership Kickstarts the Expedition Cruise Pioneer's Expansion into Europe River Cruise Segment Starting in 2026 NEW YORK, May 6, 2025
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[{"type":"text","content":"Strategic Partnership Kickstarts the Expedition Cruise Pioneer's Expansion into Europe River Cruise Segment Starting in 2026\nNEW YORK, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lindblad Expeditions, the pioneer of modern expedition cruising, and Transcend Cruises today announced a multi-year charter agreement that will reframe European river cruising for discerning travelers looking to experience the continent's most iconic waterways like a true explorer.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \nThe initial agreement with Transcend Cruises will run through at least 2028, and will see a notable increase in annual European river departures operated on behalf of the National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions co-brand year-over-year on board Transcend Cruises' luxury newbuild ships.\n\"We are thrilled for the upcoming launch of our unique River Expeditions in Europe—an experience our guests have long desired and will deeply enjoy,\" said Natalya Leahy, CEO, Lindblad Expeditions. \"We know that 'how you see it' matters, and that's why we've curated these river voyages with the same depth, care, and expertise that define all of our expeditions. With National Geographic naturalists and historians, and exclusive events woven into each journey, our guests will explore Europe's storied rivers in truly meaningful ways. We're equally excited to partner with Transcend Cruises to introduce a brand-new ship, custom-designed to deliver the elevated, personalized experience our guests expect from us.\"\n\"Transcend Cruises is extremely pleased to join Lindblad Expeditions in a symbiotic partnership. We are a natural fit in working so close together with such a respected brand in mindful exploration travel,\" said Hans Rood, CEO, Transcend Cruises. \"Our state-of-the-art newbuild river cruise ships offer both a luxury experience, as well as the opportunity to accommodate the lecturing and mind enriching requirements essential for their travelers. With a strong focus on wellness, sustainability and best of services, we are the perfect fit to deliver the programs Lindblad Expeditions require. By collaborating, we are able to create the most exclusive experiences on Europe's most spectacular waterways.\"\nWorking together with Transcend Cruises, the two leaders are developing a series of customized itineraries expertly crafted to provide curious travelers the opportunity to emba...