Boston-based Vantage Deluxe World Travel christened the Ocean Explorer, its first ocean-going small ship, in Boston at the city’s Raymond L. Flynn Black Falcon Cruise Terminal.

The five-star ship featuring the latest in satellite and navigation technology, can accommodate up to 162 guests and offers 15 itineraries, four of which depart from Boston. The luxury ship has 77 cabins, including 15 for solo travellers. “At Vantage, our goal is to provide the ultimate in small-ship luxury experience,” said Henry R. Lewis, founder and owner of Vantage Deluxe World Travel, in a statement. “Ocean Explorer will offer a completely unique experience for travellers wanting to immerse themselves in the culture of far away lands and truly experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, while enjoying the incredible service and amenities of an intimate small ship environment.” The Vessel will sail worldwide year-round expedition cruises for Vantage Travel.

SunStone’s INFINITY Class Vessels are 104 meters long, and 18 meters wide, with a draft of 5.1 meters. They feature a passenger capacity between 130-200 and a crew capacity between 85 and 115. The Vessels are Ice Class 1A, Polar Code 6 and are being built with Safe Return to Port, Dynamic Positioning and zero speed stabilizing. They are small enough to give an exclusive atmosphere and yet large enough to yield all expected services and facilities such as a swimming pool, bar and restaurants, lounges, boutique, gym and spa. Current INFINITY Class new-builds under way after the delivery of the GREG MORTIMER, the OCEAN EXPLORER and the OCEAN VICTORY are; SYLVIA EARLE, OCEAN ODYSSEY, OCEAN ALBATROS and OCEAN DISCOVERER. All vessels ordered have long-term charter agreements in place. Please visit the SunStone website: www.sunstoneships.com to view photographs, specifications and general arrangement plans.

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