travel42 Cruise Ship Review: Ponant Le Soleal

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Introduction and History

Le Soleal joined the Ponant fleet in 2013. This luxury mega-yacht is the third in a series of 264-passenger ships. It's identical sister ships are the Le Boreal and L'Austral.

Routes and Itineraries

All three ships have ice-strengthened hulls, making it possible to sail to Antarctica and the Arctic. Long days and overnights in ports are common on this exploratory cruise.

Passenger Profiles

Passengers vary depending...