Swan's Online Library

Swan Hellenic cruises are renowned for the calibre of their eminent Guest Speakers, each of whom is chosen for their expertise relative to the cruise itinerary. Offering illuminating insights which bring each destination into sharper focus, our Guest Speakers - apart from giving a fascinating programme of talks during the cruise - also contribute articles to the tailor-made Cruise Book for their cruise. These articles provide introductions to the destinations visited, and also relate to the on board talks programme. Widely enjoyed by our passengers, we are delighted to be able to share some of their fascinating articles with you in the Swan Hellenic Online Library. Also included in the Online Library are articles submitted by our Cruise Directors, Captains, passengers and guides.  

Please note, these articles are published as supplied by the authors and  Swan Hellenic takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the content.

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Captain Giovanni's Wedding

Featured article 3 January 2012

On Saturday 12th November, Swan Hellenic's Captain Giovanni Biasutti and Future Cruise Sales Manager Danielle Porter got married. Take a look at these pictures from their big day!

Author: Swan Hellenic view details

A Royal Marines Musician's perspective

Featured article 15 June 2011

The Band of HM Royal Marines Portsmouth played aboard Minerva's Christmas & New Year cruise in 2010/11. Band musician, Georgina Robertson reflects on her experiences aboard Minerva.

Author: Ms Georgina Robertson view details

Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Gala Dinner

4 May 2012

Join Swan Hellenic for The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Gala Dinner.

Author: Swan Hellenic view details

Glimpses of Moorish Spain

30 June 2011

Guest Speaker article from 'A Spanish Summer' Cruise Book

Author: The Rt Revd & Rt Hon Dr Richard Chartres view details

Phoenicians, Carthaginians and Romans in Southern Iberia

30 June 2011

Guest Speaker article as featured in 'A Spanish Summer' Cruise Book

Author: Professor Simon Keay view details

A Spanish Summer

30 June 2011

Guest Speaker article featured in 'A Spanish Summer' Cruise Book

Author: Dr Cathy Oakes view details

Minerva's maiden voyage from Portsmouth

29 June 2011

On 22nd June 2011, Minerva made her inaugural journey from Portsmouth, played out by HM Royal Marines Portsmouth who were there to mark the momentous occasion.

Author: Swan Hellenic view details

Minerva Royal Wedding Celebrations

4 May 2011

Even passengers on board Minerva couldn’t escape the Royal Wedding fever as the ship celebrated in style whilst en route to Santorini.

Author: Swan Hellenic view details

Leptis Magna

10 February 2011

Leptis Magna is a World Heritage archaeological site that is undoubtedly one of the...

Author: Mr Christopher Bradley view details

A Welcome Return to the East

10 February 2011

Despite some 23 years working ‘at sea’, my thirst for travel is yet to be satiated and...

Author: Paul Carter view details

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