Swan Hellenic

Enticing incentives for travel advisors and a range of benefits for guests are on offer as part of Swan Hellenic’s new group travel program, with the initiative designed to help agents grow their business while delivering value for group travellers.

Swan Hellenic will sail the Asia Pacific region for the first time in 2026 following the return of SH Minerva which was out of operation for three-years due to sanctions against its previous leasing company, and its ties to Russia.

SH Minerva is now back in the Swan Hellenic fleet—something we were told by the line’s CEO, Andrea Zito, last August that he expected to happen within 12 to 18 months. Well, just a couple weeks ahead of that timeline, Swan Hellenic has announced the return of the vessel.

With the launch of Swan Hellenic’s new “Luxury Unlocked” promotion, travel advisors will be rewarded with a $100 bonus commission on each stateroom booked, while treating their clients to a free balcony upgrade, gold Wi-Fi upgrade and a $250 onboard credit. The promo is available for a selection of the cruise line’s sailing in 2026 but must be booked by 15 September 2025.

Carlos Garzon has been appointed as Vice President of Global Sales for Swan Hellenic, with the newly created role a reflection of the heritage brand’s accelerating momentum.

Swan Hellenic has implemented a new service called “Celebration Voyages” to transform any big moment in life’s journey into an unforgettable custom celebration with family and friends, cruising the most remote and unique places on the planet in distinctive style.

Swan Hellenic has reported a 25% increase in guest numbers to Antarctica for the 2024/25 season. Revenue for the cultural expedition operator to the White Continent jumped 35% compared to the 2023/24 seaseon.

Swan Hellenic will explore the West Coast of Africa on two new Grand Voyages aboard SH Diana, with the cruise line already reporting strong interest.

Swan Hellenic has unveiled the lecturers and guides set to accompany its 2025 Arctic Cultural Expedition Cruises, with bookings now open for all 40 of its 2025-2026 Arctic voyages..

Swan Hellenic has released its 2026/2027 Antarctic Season cruises, for departures on its five-star sister ships, SH Vega and SH Diana.

Swan Hellenic has announced the expansion of its Citizen Science efforts under the European Union’s Mission Restore our Ocean and Waters.

Chef Alexandre Ciriello, a celebrated member of culinary association JRE-Belgium, will showcase his culinary talents on Swan Hellenic’s SH Diana during a 10-day voyage from 21 May to 1 June 2025.