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Explore with National Geographic Experts: Photographing Arctic Svalbard with Nick Cobbing

In this episode of Explore with National Geographic Experts, see how National Geographic Photography Expert Nick Cobbing helps travelers photograph Svalbard.

8 Stunning UNESCO Sites to Explore in the Mediterranean

Discover an array of soul-stirring, historic sites that you can explore in the Mediterranean when you sail aboard the National Geographic Orion.

What to Expect: Days at Sea

In this episode of What to Expect, learn how the experiences and amenities on board your ship will make days at sea just as enriching as your time on land.

Daily expedition reports

Daily Expedition Reports

9/26/2024

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National Geographic Resolution

Uno and Naoshima, Japan

Today we enjoyed our final day of our incredible journey in Japan. There were several sites visited throughout the day. One group visited Koraku-en Garden, one of the three great gardens of Japan. It was beautiful to stroll around the well-manicured garden and the light breeze was appreciated with the rays of the sun. Another group visited Kurashiki, a city known for its centuries-old buildings and shops, including the Ohara Museum of Art. Everyone got the chance to visit Naoshima, an island in Japan’s Seto Inland Sea famous for its art museums. We all visited the Benesse House Museum and had the opportunity to tour the interesting art installations on the property. In the evening, we had a wonderful farewell cocktail hour hosted by Captain Heidi, and the trip was perfectly capped off with a wonderful Pilipino dinner by our wonderful galley team.

Daily Expedition Reports

9/26/2024

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National Geographic Orion

Maumere, Flores Island, Indonesia

Guests were abuzz as National Geographic Orion approached the city of Maumere on the Island of Flores, the “island of flowers”. We were all transported on local buses to the village of Liangawo, the village of the hidden cave, where we were greeted by the gracious locals of the village. Songs, crafts, and dances were on display as guests made their way through a gauntlet of fanfare and happiness. Children waited in anticipation to join the celebration as guests were entertained with performances. What really enhances a National Geographic-Lindblad Expedition is the appreciation of the connection with local communities and the willingness of our guests to engage.

Daily Expedition Reports

9/25/2024

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National Geographic Endeavour II

Buccaneer Cove and Puerto Egas, Santiago Island

We had a magnificent morning today, starting with an exploration of Buccaneer Cove by kayaking and paddle boarding along the coast. A pod of bottlenose dolphins arrived in the cove, and they were all around our guests, jumping and breeching several times. It was one of the best wildlife encounters for most of us. Then, we geared up with our snorkeling equipment and jumped into the cove with giant manta rays, sea lions, and reef sharks. During the afternoon we had a sunset walk along Puerto Egas where we learned about the history of the people who once lived here, also about the importance of the eradication of invasive species of the Galapagos Islands like goats, rats, and cats. Galapagos always has something remarkable to share with our guests and the world.

Daily Expedition Reports

9/25/2024

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National Geographic Sea Bird

Walla Walla Wine Country

This morning, we got to visit the city of Walla Walla near the confluence of the Columbia and Snake Rivers. The town lies in the heart of one of the most fertile agricultural areas in the nation. The countryside is a pleasant tapestry of rolling fields of many types of produce, including wheat, asparagus, and of course wine. Our day was filled with visits to the Whitman Mission, home of the first white settlers in the area that were not here to harvest furs, but rather harvest souls as the Whitmans were devout missionaries. We had lunch at the marvelous Three Rivers Winery, complete with a tour of the winemaking facilities and games on the lawn after lunch. Finally, we had time to explore the town of Walla Walla independently, but not without another self-tour and tasting of four different wine producers’ offerings.

Daily Expedition Reports

9/25/2024

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National Geographic Resolution

Takamatsu, Japan

National Geographic Resolution spent the day in Takamatsu, the largest city on Shikoku Island. We all visited Ritsurin Garden, one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan. The pine trees, ponds, lotus flowers, and arched bridges were particularly beautiful against the steep mountainside. We visited the Kinashu Bonsai Farm where we learned about the meticulous process of growing these decorative trees. It’s amazing that it takes decades to raise these trees before they are put in trays. Some of the guests visited the flat-topped Mount Yashima, where we saw a great overlook over the city and inland sea. We saw the Yashima Temple, which is one of the Buddhist temples on the Shikoku pilgrimage route, so there were pilgrims dressed in white. Other guests visited the Shikoku-Mura Museum where we saw a variety of folk houses and other structures from the 1800s. We climbed the stone steps to see thatched roof houses, waterfalls, and bamboo forests, but the most memorable experience was crossing the wood and twine suspension bridge. Before dinner, a local group of Shogun-era riflemen gave us a demonstration on the pier. It was powerful, with several muskets being fired together or in succession.

Joining National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions on any voyage means signing up for adventure; and the reward for your curiosity is inevitable—the most exhilarating experience of pure discovery possible.

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