Cargo ship travel delivers a unique experience you wont enjoy on a passenger cruise. Travel arrangements can be made by email the way i do it, by fax, or phone. Welcome to sea travel limited the different experience. Freighter bum in october 1999, judd spittler escaped the grips of land for a two week caribbean freighter cruise aboard the 491 ft. These can be reached via any search engine using the phrase freighter travel.
Do your internet research, there are several websites maintained by individuals seduced by traveling on the high seas with great tips and long lists of different routes around the world. Remember that there may be voyages available that the travel agent is not advertising on the internet or elsewhere. Browse other questions tagged budget caribbean seatravel. I n case you have missed the vessel, ask the local agen t to assist you. Sea travel ltd is web based travel agent, offering freighter voyages and cruises to attractive destinations. In these regions, ships may have to wait for days to be given access to the final port, facilities are bad, you likely have to bring your own food, and service is sporadic and unreliable you will have to check every morning for departing ships. Took four days and it was a nice intro to cargo ship travel. Go to the websites of the freighter companies and send them an email asking about passenger fares. Boat travel is a charming alternative to longhaul flying, and far better for the environment, too. Aherns site includes a large collection of information, links, and personal experiences related to freighter travel. Aug 21, 2016 from montreal to minnesota, by inland sea. Many ships only have 2 to 4 cabins so you will usually need to book up to 6 months in advance to get the trip. This means that a freighter cruise will usually cost more than a typical 1 or 2 week standard cruise vacation. Thousands of freighter carriers sail on the high seas each daymonth and year.
Freighter travel is here to advise you on all aspects of freighter voyages from new zealand and will assist you in planning a. From usa to australia, europe, south america, asia and so many more freighter cruises. I am still looking for a book on the more practical aspects of freighter travel but im glad i got this one. Freight shipping companies voyages en cargo cma cgm. For hamish jamieson, the owner of freighter travel nz and one of only a handful of travel agents in the world licensed to book tickets on cargo ships, the simplicity of being at sea.
With over 10 years of experience in the freighter travel and cruising sector we provide passages aboard cargo ships, expedition ships and luxury passenger liners to clients throughout the world. Info on freighter travel cost, and how you can take a cruise on a freighter ship. Many ships only have 2 to 4 cabins so you will usually need to book up to 6 months in advance to get the trip that you want in the month that you want to depart in. You will have to book through an agent that specializes in freighter cruises or directly through the ships agentmanager. So youve decided that freighter travel is for you, what now. The cma cgm is the largest shipping group in the world, with 489 ships operating in more than 200 world routes at the moment. Whether a cargo ship has 1 or 101 passengers onboard, it will still sail and use just as much fuel, making your journey almost completely carbon neutral. From montreal to minnesota, by inland sea the new york times.
Slowtravel specialist in freighter travel worldwide langsamreisen. We have a couple of such questions on the site, but not many. Westport, ct on the eve of the freighter travel clubs 50th anniversary we are reprinting some of the more interesting articles from the december 1958 charter issue of the freighter travel news. Walking past a huge international shipyard twice today got me thinking about freighter travel. Most travel agents do not book freighter voyages, so you will have to book through an agent that specializes in freighter cruises or directly through the ships agentmanager. The real winner in freighter travel is the single traveller. Sea travel ltd freighter voyages, expedition cruises and. Many people are surprised when they find out that freighter travel is often more expensive than flying and i just looked at the website of the australian company freighter expeditions and found most of the trips listed even more expensive. Transatlantic voyages offered by the cma cgm french line.
Travelling by cargo ship is a fascinating way to see the world. This site has evolved over the past three years, based mainly on my own experiences aboard ship and in dealings with agents, shipping companies, and the officers and crew of several ships. This is probably the single most popular resource for learning about freighter travel. Crossing the atlantic by cargo freighter how to and. Apr 17, 1983 the most valid reason for booking a freighter, however, would seem to be the opportunity to join a highly select group of travelers who prefer to share the sea with captain and crew and ignore. Travel by cargo ship hugo verlomme, michael hagg, tom cunliffe, cadogan guides on. For those who hesitate to book their own trip directly with the shipping company, itinerary information and fullservice booking can be can be obtained from maris freighter and specialty cruises. Heres how you can travel by cargo ship matador network. Freighter travel with sea travel ltd, partridge close, london.
Frequently asked questions and answers about freighter traveling. Most shipping lines offer lower fares for passengers willing to travel during out of season periods, which can provide an opportunity to save money. Is there anything in life that feels better than making the right decision at the right time. There are no bike boxes or worries about your trusty steed getting lost. Travel aboard a cargo ship, sail the seven seas, discover the worlds greatest trade.
Maris freighter cruise and travel club around the world cargo. View all voyages, what to expect, ask the captain, late availability, latest brochure, book with confidence, contact us, travel extras. Slowtravel specialist in freighter travel worldwide. Freighter travel is a cheap alternative to flying on a plane. Expirience the south sea on board of the aranui 5 experience a day round trip from tahiti via bora bora and the marquesas. Feel free to give our friendly team a call should you not be able to find what you are looking for. Sea travel ltd are now pleased to offer a section freighter cruise around the black sea areas with departure from greece.
Sea travel ltd, leading travel agent cruises, freighter and. Alternatively you could fly to asia or europe and join ships there. Book by hugo verlomme, michael hagg, tom cunliffe, cadogan guides. The time to travel from canada to europe by freighter. Ref st0944km is a fantastic trip from hamburg to the caribbean sea and the north coast of south america. Jun 05, 2014 sea travel ltd are now pleased to offer a section freighter cruise around the black sea areas with departure from greece. Greetings all, we are pleased to offer our new voyages in our program. Traditional cruising, freighter travel and expedition voyages. Freighter travel agents there are other agents booking freighter travel than the one recommended. Freight travel involves slipping into port for only the time required to exchange one load for another. How to travel by cargo ship around the world transitions abroad.
Traveling on a freighter requires advanced booking and it is generally more expensive than flying. The popular oldschool romantic notion of showing up penniless at a dock with a rucksack and then earning your passage by swabbing the decks will have to remain in robert louis stevenson novels. The joys of learning, time at sea and the casual yet simple offerings provide for self sufficiency whilst leaving you open minded in every. Unlike with the cruise lines, which normally routinely charge single supplements of 50% to 100%, a typical freighter single supplement is usually only 1015% and on some ships single fares are actually lower than the equivalent double fares per person.
International health and accident insurance is required on all voyages, as well as vaccination against yellow fever no exceptions for brazil, mexico and transit through the panama and suez canals. Travel by freighter to europe, mediterranean, south pacific. Below you will find a list of our very best offers all of which are brought to you exclusively by cargo ship voyages. Travelling by cargo ship or freighter is an appealing option for the adventurous cyclist you get to avoid airport stress, for a start. Jul 06, 2006 bob wrote this book as he went around the world on a freighter it is like a wonderful geography lesson. Jan 17, 2018 t he cruise people ltd is happy to announce a new cargopassenger service between europe and north america with five new acl vessels called the g4s. Time to work for instance on a thesis, a book or a project, which is important for you. Since the 1960s the transport of containers has continued to grow. Visa must be obtained in advance for brazil, china, india, russia and the usa esta waiver is not good for travel on freighters.
For hamish jamieson, the owner of freighter travel nz and one of only a handful of travel agents in the world licensed to book tickets on cargo. You can travel from one port to another or around the world by freighter. Youll need to keep in mind the few tips below though most importantly book early. Whether you love the sea, are conscious of your carbon footprint, dont like flying or simply prefer to sail in a relaxed atmosphere, away from the crowds, then travelling by cargo ship is the right choice for you. Ref st0718saf is a new trip to south africa with departures from europe. I bought the book because my husband and i are going on a freighter cruise next summer but anyone would enjoy this book. Cargo ship cruises are the most likely way to get from point a to point b on a low carbon dioxide level for experiencing a freighter cruise around the world for instance. Cargo ship travel things you should know freighter expeditions. Here are tips for booking a trip on a freighter ship. The internet guide to freighter travel freighter agents. Freighter expeditions specialises in unique and diverse sea voyages that are once in a lifetime travel experiences. In these regions, ships may have to wait for days to be given access to the final port, facilities are bad, you likely have to bring. Freighter travel plan and explore your cruise around the world.
Cargo ship travel things you should know travelling by cargo ship is a fascinating way to see the world. Transatlantic passenger sailings the cruise people ltd. Freighter travel is also possible in some smaller andor third world countries. Then its back to sea en route to their next sometimes exotic destination. Freighter travel is here to advise you on all aspects of freighter voyages from new zealand and will assist you in planning a trip. Its relatively inexpensive compared to other cruise ships and easy to do as more and more freighter companies come on board to offer passenger service. The location of the agent with respect to your home is of no consequence. Crossing the suez canal and getting to melbourne and new zealand. Sea travel is cheaper than flying only when you factor in the days spent on board equivalent to hotel and three full meals a day with a private cabin. In fact, you should be walking on cloud nine right about now. Freighter travel is here to advise you on all aspects of cargo travel and to assist you in planning a trip to remember. I booked passage on a cargo ship across the caspian sea aktau, kazakhstan to baku, azerbaijan. Freighter cruises, general information and reservations. It is not overstating it to say that some people think that freighter cruising is a life changer.
If there are any problems, you can also contact us at sea travel ltd and we might be able to help with embarkation in the next port if carrier permits. But getting to europe from the united states by boat can actually be a relaxing and economical mode of travel. A voyage on a cargo ship can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. The internet guide to freighter travel welcome to the most comprehensive source of information about freighter travel to be found on the internet.
Heres how you can travel by cargo ship travel fearlessly. The ship was an old soviet beast, had never been updated, so. A cargo ship or freighter is any type of vessel that carries cargo, goods, and materials from one port to another. We can also book your flights and prepost cruise accommodation or any other travel requirements e. Apr 28, 2008 this freighter cruise was booked through strand travel 020 7010 9290. Before embarking on a career as a professional travel geek, loco2s cofounder kate andrews crossed the atlantic ocean on board a cargo ship as part of a 2year adventure around the world by land and sea. Please note that y ou would have to bear all costs incurred if you miss the departure of the ship. Freighter travel was established in 1993 by two enthusiastic world travellers who saw a wonderful travel opportunity going largely unnoticed by the travelling public for lack of a professional promotion and booking agency. The free press jim schaefer and eric seals to chronicle crew, food on ship and beauty of the lakes. From europe to malaysia and hong kong crossing the suez canal. Nov 28, 2017 the time to travel from canada to europe by freighter. Were book and sea, and wed like to ask you a question. Freighter travel from north america to south america. Crossing the ocean on a cargo ship the art of manliness.
Freighter travel freighter cruises is the most economical way for student travelers to sail the high seas though most definitely not the cheapest way to cross the oceans, but if you just won big bucks on a game show, you might consider a luxury ocean liner for the sheer comfort factor. Tips for booking passage on a freighter ship travel guide. About us l worldwide freighter travel, napier, new zealand. The time to travel from canada to europe by freighter usa today. You wont be docking in a tour ship harbor when you travel to europe by cargo freighter. Freighter travel costs and questions gonomad travel. Freighter travel nz welcome you to the exciting world of freighter voyagingseeing the world from a bulk cargo or container vessel with our international voyages from new zealand. It is possible to accompany your motorcycle as roro rollon rolloff via a cargo freighter between south america and europe. The connection from hong kong and singapore to cape town. Deck space can be limited, however, there is always room for sunbathing and deck chairs are usually provided. Cruise the world on freighters, from coastal and island specialties to one way ocean crossings and around the world cruises. Freighter travel is virtually the only way to travel across the caspian sea and is a very common way to travel across the black sea. Sea travel ltd is a company registered in england and wales to provide holidays aboard cargo vessels, cruise passenger liners and expedition ships to all destinations sea travel ltd is web based travel agent, offering freighter voyages and cruises to attractive destinations.
Life aboard a great lakes freighter detroit free press. After comparing costs and adding in experienceadventure of crossing the atlantic by ship we decided to travel via a grimaldi roro cargo freighter between montevideo, uruguay and antwerp, belgium. Not all agents book the same voyages, so shop around when booking and picking a freighter that is right for you. Travelling on a cargo ship is an experience where the journey in itself is a destination and a real source of fulfillment. Maris freighter cruises website, as well as the newsletter which illustrates itineraries, ships, prices etc. In the process you learn some practical lessons of how to travel by freighter, like keeping a map around to track your progress and bringing your own face towel and how port agents might be your best bet for getting into town or not.
A little known and inexpensive boat option, freighter travel, is popular with student travelers and adventurers of all ilk, but figuring how to hop aboard a freighter isnt as simple as you may expect. Sea travel ltd, leading travel agent cruises, freighter. What is the cheapest available freighter voyage anywhere. Visit our website to discover all our destinations and book your trip now at. Freighter expeditions offers information about ship travel and itineraries worldwide. Travel in cargo ship and navigate through the worldest trade route. This section of the website features first hand accounts of passenger freighter voyages from around the world.
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