Condé Nast Traveler has announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards naming Havila Voyages, a one-of-a-kind collection of four hybrid ships offering eco-friendly voyages along the stunning Norwegian coast, as #10 out of 24 in best in the “Medium Ships” category.
Partnership with Up Norway and Havila Voyages Launches with Exclusive Eight-Day Curated Journey Combining State-of-the-Art Maritime Comfort and Immersive Norwegian Cultural Experiences.
Imagine sailing through the spectacular UNESCO protected Norwegian fjords while enjoying live performances by world class blues artists! Following the success of its first ever Roots and Blues Cruise along the Norwegian coast earlier this year, Havila Voyages has announced a new date for 2025.
During the Q Food Saver Day on Wednesday, June 5th, Havila Voyages was named Food Saver of the Year 2024 for the work done to reduce food waste on board their coastal cruise ships.
On Monday, the coastal cruise ship Havila Pollux was named at Bryggen in Bergen by godmother Erna Solberg, former Prime Minister of Norway. "A very beautiful ship," says Solberg after the naming ceremony.
Havila Voyages has promoted Matthew Valentine to a new Global Head of Sales role, reporting to Johanna Hansli, Chief Sales Officer.
Unfortunately, Havila Pollux must cancel the round trip scheduled to start from Bergen on Monday, May 13. The naming ceremony the same day will go as planned.
Havila Voyages took first place in the "Sustainability" category at this year's "Fair Play Awards" organized by the "Cruise Initiative" sales association in Hamburg. The award honors shipping companies that have distinguished themselves through particularly cooperative and transparent collaboration with sales partners and tour operators.
Due to a storm warning with gusts of up to hurricane force in Hustadvika on Saturday, the coastal route ship Havila Pollux cancels the sailing Trondheim - Bergen - Trondheim. Havila Capella also cancels parts of its northbound route.
Strong winds and bad weather along the Norwegian coast will impact the departures of Havila Voyages in the coming days.
During the traditional Grand Travel Awards in Oslo on Thursday, Havila Voyages received a prestigious award, voted for by employees of Norwegian travel agencies.
Due to the weather conditions along the coast, Havila Voyages has decided not to proceed with the voyage Trondheim - Bergen - Trondheim for Havila Capella.