We chose this cruise because of the destination of the Northern Scottish Islands. In addition, they in theory had a strong Covid protocol.

The ship, the cabin, the crew, the food were all ok. Clear limitations because of the size of the ship. Less flexibility in dining, entertainment etc. but we expected that.

What stunned us was that the ship was half booked wit a bus tour company called Tauck- mainly Americans. It was clear that they had priority in seating at restaurants trips etc. I also concluded that Ponant dropped their mask mandate because of them. Most non Tauck guests were pissed off. Read more