Ponant Explorations sets sail for legendary locales throughout Europe, from the charming capitals of the Baltic States (Latvia's Riga, Estonia's Tallinn) to points both north (including St Petersburg) and south (the Mediterranean's Athens, Istanbul, Naples, and Venice). Depending on the itinerary you select, your Ponant Europe cruise may include a visit to Bergen, "Capital of the Fjords" (its brightly painted and gabled homes are Norwegian icons), vibrant Galway (where Ireland's most ancient traditions are still very much alive), Ibiza (world-famous for its sun-drenched beaches and its spirited nightlife), and/or Dubrovnik (a UNESCO World Heritage Site, magnificently restored and surrounded by medieval ramparts).

This peaceful, idyllic region, with its many opportunities for island-hopping, is perfectly suited to Ponant Explorations's luxurious and nimble yachts. Cruise the Caribbean with Ponant Explorations and chart a course for the region's most picturesque ports of call. Follow in the footsteps of Christopher Columbus as you explore the British Virgin Islands, which include Tortola ("the nature island") and Virgin Gorda (home to the extraordinary geological grottoes known as the Baths). Snorkel in coral reefs teeming with thousands of tropical fish at Tobago Cays, the glittering archipelago of the Grenadines, or shop for gourd bags and purses sculpted from coconut shells in the colorful market of St Lucia's Soufriere.