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National Geographic Resolution
National Geographic Resolution is a Lindblad Expeditions cruise ship of the Endurance class, in service since 2021. She measures 12,786 gross tons and carries 138 guests with a crew of 116. She sails Antarctica, South America, Asia, South Pacific itineraries.
About National Geographic Resolution
National Geographic Resolution is the second Endurance-class polar ship, built to Polar Class 5 with an X-bow hull and Azipod thrusters. Her hull was launched at the CRIST yard in Gdynia in October 2020 and completed by Ulstein in Norway, which delivered her on 30 September 2021; Captain Heidi Norling christened her on an ice sheet in the Weddell Sea that November. Named for Captain Cook's Resolution, she carries 138 guests in 76 cabins and has several restaurants, a spa, a gym and a library. Beyond Antarctica, South Georgia and Patagonia, her schedule includes Easter Island to Tahiti, Fiji, coastal Japan, Baffin Island and Greenland.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
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Quick answers
Which cruise line operates National Geographic Resolution?
National Geographic Resolution is operated by Lindblad Expeditions and belongs to its Endurance class.
How big is National Geographic Resolution?
National Geographic Resolution measures 12,786 gross tons and 124 metres in length, with 6 decks.
How crowded does National Geographic Resolution feel?
National Geographic Resolution has a passenger space ratio of 92.7: 12,786 gross tons for 138 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so National Geographic Resolution feels spacious for her size.
How many passengers does National Geographic Resolution carry?
National Geographic Resolution carries 138 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 116 (about 1.2 guests per crew member).
When did National Geographic Resolution enter service?
National Geographic Resolution entered service in 2021.
Where does National Geographic Resolution sail?
National Geographic Resolution sails Antarctica, South America, Asia and South Pacific itineraries.
Where can I find the deck plans for National Geographic Resolution?
Lindblad Expeditions publishes the deck plans for National Geographic Resolution; this page links to Deck plans and Deck plans (PDF).
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