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Lindblad to retire Sea Bird & Sea Lion in 2026; charter Greg Mortimer for Alaska expansion
LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS HOLDINGS, INC.
- National Geographic Sea Bird and Sea Lion will retire after farewell season ending October 2026.
- Company charters Greg Mortimer for three years starting 2027 to expand Alaska itineraries.
- Greg Mortimer accommodates 154 guests; features Ulstein X-BOW for stability and dynamic positioning.
- CEO Natalya Leahy cites surging demand; new ship enables additional routes and exploration.
- Expansion builds on nearly 40 years of Lindblad's Alaska expedition leadership.