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Discover the World Appointed as HX Expeditions Representative Across Latin America

Posted: Jul 01, 2026

Discover the World has announced its appointment as the official representative for HX Expeditions across key Latin American markets, marking a significant expansion of the expedition cruise brand’s presence throughout the region.

Through this strategic partnership, Discover the World will lead sales development, trade engagement, marketing initiatives, and travel advisor support for HX Expeditions across Latin America, strengthening the brand’s connection with the region’s growing community of adventure and experience-driven travelers.

HX Expeditions, formerly Hurtigruten Expeditions, is recognized as the world’s first and longest-running expedition cruise company, with more than 130 years of exploration heritage and a global reputation for sustainable travel and scientific discovery.

“Being part of this partnership marks an exciting step forward for the cruise industry across the Latin America region,” said Aiden Walsh, Global Head of Business Development at Discover the World. “HX Expeditions is a truly world-class product, and we are thrilled about the opportunities ahead as we bring its exceptional expedition experiences to more travelers throughout Latin America.”

“Latin America is a dynamic and fast-growing market, with a strong appetite for meaningful, experience-driven journeys,” said Steve Smotrys, Managing Director and SVP Commercial, Americas at HX Expeditions. “Partnering with Discover the World allows us to deepen our presence in the region and better serve the travel advisor community with the tools, training, and support they need to grow the expedition cruise category. We’re excited to work together to inspire a new generation of explorers and bring HX’s science-led, purpose-driven expeditions to more travelers across the region.”

Under the agreement, Discover the World will oversee commercial representation for HX Expeditions across multiple Latin American markets, focusing on strengthening relationships with travel advisors, tour operators, and strategic industry partners.

HX Expeditions operates voyages to more than 250 destinations in over 30 countries, including Antarctica, Greenland, Alaska, Iceland, Norway, the Galápagos Islands, and the Arctic. The company is widely recognized for its leadership in sustainability, including pioneering hybrid-powered expedition ships and supporting onboard scientific research programs.

Discover the World will also be dedicated to training initiatives, regional trade events, cooperative marketing campaigns, and educational programs designed to increase awareness and drive sales opportunities for expedition travel throughout Latin America.

 

About HX Expeditions

HX Expeditions is the world's first and longest-running expedition cruise company and the largest provider of expedition cruises to Antarctica, guiding curious travelers on mindful adventures since 1896.

Headquartered in London, HX employs just under 1,000 professionals worldwide and operates a fleet of five modern ships, sailing to more than 250 destinations across over 30 countries.

Renowned for its polar expeditions and immersive voyages beyond the poles, HX combines conservation, science and education to deliver transformative travel experiences. A pioneer in responsible expedition cruising, HX was the first cruise company to eliminate heavy fuel oil, ban unnecessary single-use plastics across its operations, and introduce hybrid-powered expedition ships.

HX actively supports scientific research, providing more than 1,600 complimentary cruise nights to onboard scientists, and operates the HX Foundation charity, which funds community initiatives focused on education and marine conservation in the areas in which they sail.

For more information about HX Expeditions and its itineraries, visit travelhx.com.

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