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There is nothing as thrilling as expedition cruising, navigating the waters in the world's farthest corners for some of the most authentic and intimate experiences few people have access to.

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Ponant Le Jacques-Cartier

Odyssey in the heart of Japan’s subtropical islands with Ponant Le Jacques-Cartier

12 nights
Departing 22nd February 2026 from Hong Kong

PONANT is the first cruise company to take you to the heart of the sublime landscapes of the tropical islands in southern Japan during a cruise. On this 12-day itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier, from Hong Kong to Naha, you will discover the rich natural heritage, traditional villages and craft of the Okinawa, Yaeyama and Sakishima Islands, in the Ryukyu archipelago.

From the “Pearl of the Orient”, Hong Kong, you will set sail for the southern islands of Japan, including Ishigaki, the largest island in the Yaeyama archipelago.  In the heart of the magnificent Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park, you will be able to enjoy the dynamic atmosphere of the eponymous city or discover Kabira Bay, renowned for its idyllic scenery, combining crystal-clear turquoise water and beaches of white sand. 

Following a port of call in the picturesque village of Taketomijima, with its traditional Okinawan dwellings and its idyllic sandy expanses, Le Jacques Cartier will sail south to the island of Iriomotejima. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this little corner of paradise will enchant you with its authentic and preserved character, with its wild beaches lying alongside traditional villages surrounded by luxurious tropical forest: jungle, mangrove, rivers, waterfalls. This unique biodiversity is made up of many endemic species.  

The landscapes on the remote island of Yonagunijima, the easternmost of the Ryukyu Islands, offer a striking contrast: cliffs, windswept meadows, wild horses.

 After calling at the stunning Miyako Island, you will head for Kumejima, the island that linked Okinawa to China in the past. Famous for its ‘Eisa’, a form of folk dance performed to the rhythm of traditional drums, this multifaceted island will reveal itself through its natural treasures: the mythical Mifuga rock formation or the idyllic beach of Hatenohama, a point of reference for fans of the underwater world.  You will also call at Iheya Island, Okinawa’s northernmost territory, where the traditional culture of the region is preserved. You will be able to discover a few aspects of this through a traditional “Eisa” show featuring traditional drums.

Then, on the western coast of the island of Okinawa, fall under the spell of Motobu and its idyllic beaches bordered by breathtaking nature. Your final port of call will be Zamami, in the Kerama Islands. You will enjoy the unspoiled beauty of this pristine island, known the world over for the distinctive blue of the surrounding sea, called “Kerama blue”.

Your cruise will draw an end in Naha, your port of disembarkation, on the island of Okinawa.

SGD $17,900 pp

Ritz-Carlton Ilma

San Juan (Puerto Rico) Roundtrip with Ritz-Carlton Ilma

3 nights
Departing 22nd February 2026 from San Juan (Puerto Rico)

Experience some of the Caribbean’s most untouched natural beauty in the expansive national parks of the Virgin Islands. Two-thirds of St. John’s pristine forests, white sands and surrounding waters are protected parkland. Hikers in Gorda Peak National Park are rewarded with panoramic views of Virgin Gorda, while the boulder-laden beaches of The Baths and Devil’s Bay are likewise protected and pristine.

SGD $4,700 pp

Ritz-Carlton Ilma

San Juan (Puerto Rico) Roundtrip with Ritz-Carlton Ilma

4 nights
Departing 25th February 2026 from San Juan (Puerto Rico)

This four-day journey begins with a French theme as you shop the boutiques of Dior and Louis Vuitton in Gustavia. You’ll also find excellent French restaurants here and in the next port of call, the town of Marigot on the island of St. Martin. These refined luxuries are complemented by the untamed natural beauty of St. John, where unspoiled beaches are protected by Virgin Islands National Park.

SGD $6,200 pp

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I have experienced iconic travel adventures, such as going on safari in Botswana, marvelling at the aurora borealis in Iceland, celebrating the Carnevale in Venice, walking the Camino de Santiago route from Portugal to Spain, trekking the Inca trail to reach Machu Picchu and marvelling at the stars from Salar de Uyuni while camping out of an Airstream. As of late, most of my holidays have involved the outdoors and nature and I have an ongoing love affair with Patagonia. Choosing to work at Scott Dunn was borne from an epiphany that since travel has done so much to enrich my life, I am most passionate about endorsing these experiences to others.

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