The much-awaited Kimberley cruise itineraries onboardthe super-luxe Paspaley Pearl by Ponant have been cancelled.
Ponant Asia Pacific CEO Deb Corbett confirmed the French expedition group will not be proceeding as the cruise operator of Paspaley Pearl.
“Ponant regrets to inform its valued customers and travel partners that the proposed cruise program to operate Paspaley Pearl is not proceeding with Ponant as the cruise operator.
“However, Ponant remains dedicated to exploring the Kimberley, Australia’s Far North, Papua New Guinea, and East Indonesia with over 40 explorations on Ponant’s Le Soleal and Le Jacques Cartier over the next two years.”
Dining on Paspaley Pearl by Ponant
Ponant has taken down its dedicated website to promote Paspaley Pearl by Ponant with this message:
“The PASPALEY PEARL by PONANT project is not proceeding. To discuss alternate PONANT itineraries and experiences please call 1300 737 178 to speak to one of our cruise consultants or visit au.ponant.com.”
The message on Paspaley Pearl by Ponant’s website
Corbett added, “Guests holding reservations have been advised that they will receive a full refund or alternatively, guests can receive a travel credit with an additional 15 per cent saving to choose a cruise on Ponant’s fleet across the globe, which is combinable with Ponant Bonus Savings and Ponant Yacht Club benefits for members of the club.”
Affected travellers have until December 31 to make their decision.
Those who would like to continue with their Kimberley expeditions with Ponant, will be accommodated on various departures operated by the line’s two ships, Le Soleal and Le Jacques Cartier in the region.
Paspaley Pearl said the company was “very disappointed to learn that the upcoming voyages on Paspaley Pearl, operated by Ponant have been cancelled.”
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