Lindblad Expeditions National Geographic Orion Senior Cruises Reviews

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Spectacular views on board
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The gorgous Orion in Milford Sound
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Always a surprise to getting back to your cabin
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There were so many penguins everywhere.  On land they came right up to us.
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Exceptional in every way

Review for a Antarctica Cruise on National Geographic Orion

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Penguinonice
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

Some people are called to Antarctica, and the Orion took us there in luxury for our adventures. The crew was outstanding in all ways as were the various expert naturalists and photographers. It was fun to hear the captain tell us about how we were going to maneuver to avoid storms and the itinerary would change due to weather conditions -- but we always landed in great spots or explored with the ...
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Sail Date: November 2018


Fantastic cruise/expedition with outstanding crew, staff and guests.

Review for a Transpacific Cruise on National Geographic Orion

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hgrinolds
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

This was our 7th cruise with Lindblad. We go with Lindblad/NatGeo because of the smaller ship size (72 people on this one), the knowledgeable and expert staff and the very high quality of the crew. We toured the Tumumatu Atolls and the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia, visiting 17 in 15 days. Some had not seen a cruise ship stop there and many did not have any people where we swam, ...
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Sail Date: June 2018


Westerly winds brought up the waters over the bow. Thrilling to see.

Review for a South Pacific Cruise on National Geographic Orion

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joan1931
2-5 Cruises • Age 90s

Chosen as a frequent traveler when offered a discount. Went with a travel buddy and shared a forward cabin. Lovely even if a bit small. It took a fair amount of rolling making the first 3 days a bit unsettling. As we went south we were in calmer seas and enjoyed the ship not only as an adventure but as a guest of the "hotel". The crew on the Orion is proud of its staff and well it should be. ...
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Sail Date: May 2018


Beautiful scenery but expedition not up to Lindblad standards

Review for a South Pacific Cruise on National Geographic Orion

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Clairerc
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

We chose this trip because of our wonderful experience with Lindblad in the Galapagos and our understanding from Lindblad that this would be an expedition with varied land experiences in small groups with a top notch team of knowledgeable guides with an A+ Expedition Cruise organization. The further bonus was the opportunity for great diving while on the trip. Sadly, it did not live up to our ...
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Sail Date: April 2018


Other worldly experience

Review for a Antarctica Cruise on National Geographic Orion

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dwwilkie
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

My wife and I prefer comfortable travel but with an adventurous edge. We had previously enjoyed an expedition-style cruise to the Galapagos Islands and were intrigued by the prospect of visiting another relatively untouched environment in Antarctica. We hoped the trip would be strongly flavored with lectures and input from on-board specialists, and in this, it did not disappoint. The ship crew ...
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Sail Date: January 2018


Luxury and Adventure on the Southern Ocean

Review for a Antarctica Cruise on National Geographic Orion

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Happy World Explorer
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

We chose Linblad/National Geographic (Nov. 29th-Dec. 19th, 2017) because of the reputation of National Geographic. Touring Falkland Islands, South Georgia Island (the Serengeti of the Antarctic), South Shetland Islands, South Orkney Islands, and ultimately Antarctica was truly a trip of a lifetime. Bit of a cliche perhaps but it truly was awe-inspiring and life changing to walk amongst hundreds ...
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Sail Date: November 2017


Top Drawer! Nat Geo trips are terrific! Orion is a luxury ship.

Review for a Europe - All Cruise on National Geographic Orion

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erfc
6-10 Cruises • Age 80s

We chose this trip because it visited the Basque Country, Santiago de Compostela and Oporto, all places we wanted to see. Having been on three previous Nat Geo trips, we knew they were tops. This one even exceeded the other because,the Orion is a luxurious ship. You always have top professional guidance and leadership and this was no exception. Nine exceptionally qualified professional leaders, ...
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Sail Date: September 2017


Excellent cruise for those interested in wildlife or volcanology

Review for a Arctic Cruise on National Geographic Orion

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WilliamsLanding
6-10 Cruises • Age 80s

I chose this cruise because I wanted to see Iceland and the Faroe Islands. I'm quite interested in the characteristics of the polar regions of our planet, and this seemed to be a good way to do it. I was not disappointed. A few notes: The itinerary had to be changed because of storms in the North Sea. This worked out well for me, but may not have been so for others. Travelers should note that ...
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Sail Date: June 2017


Why I went to Norway again

Review for a Europe - All Cruise on National Geographic Orion

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LSC13
10+ Cruises • Age 80s

In all honesty I went on this cruise because of the "freebies". I travel solo so I look for ways I can save money ( or I would travel with you more often). There was no solo supplement, had free air ( although I upgraded), and picked up bar tab and crew tips. Lindblad/NatGeo is my favorite tour company. I like traveling at sea They have great speakers. They are quite knowledgeable in many ...
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Sail Date: June 2017


Our Second Small Ship Cruise

Review for a Europe - All Cruise on National Geographic Orion

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Huntersride
2-5 Cruises • Age 80s

We chose this cruise because we prefer small groups, good food, great destinations and comfort. . .we have been on two cruises, both small boats with a little more than 100 passengers. Normally we travel on our own, unguided but well researched beforehand. We found the Orion to be everything we thought it would be. . .comfortable, great views, a wonderful room, smooth running and quiet too and ...
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Sail Date: June 2017


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