This ship has a whole science centre onboard

A science centre... on a cruise ship? Yes, really. While most ships are built around bars and buffets, this HX Expeditions sailing is built around something different entirely - a fully fitted science centre, and a programme that puts conservation and discovery at the heart of every voyage. Raph sat down with Charlotte Kirchner, HX's Science and Education Coordinator, to find out exactly what that means in practice. From the equipment onboard to the research guests can actually get involved in, Charlotte walks us through a space you won't find on any other cruise ship afloat. It doesn't stop at the ship's rail either. Guests join the science team on rockpooling excursions from the ship's boats - hands-on fieldwork that turns a shore stop into a genuine science expedition. Here's what most people don't know: this isn't a token "eco" branding exercise. HX's science centre and its programming are core to how these sailings are designed, from onboard labs to citizen-science excursions guests can take part in themselves. It's proof that expedition cruising can mean something more than a scenic backdrop - it can mean rolling your sleeves up and doing real science. Thinking about an expedition cruise that's about more than just the view? This one might change your mind. 👉 Read more and start planning at worldofcruising.co.uk Don't forget to subscribe and hit the 🔔 so you never miss our latest cruise videos! #HXExpeditions #ExpeditionCruise #ScienceAtSea #CruiseShipScience #ConservationTravel #ExpeditionTravel #WorldOfCruising