Holiday Moods Adventures Shortlisted as a Finalist at the Global Expedition Cruise Network Awards 2025
Holiday Moods Adventures Pvt Ltd has been shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious Best Newcomer to Expedition Cruise – Tour Operator category at the Expedition Cruise Network (ECN) Awards 2025, held in September aboard the Dixie Queen on the River Thames in London. This international recognition marks a proud milestone in the company’s journey as a pioneer of expedition cruising in the Indian travel market. The ECN Awards honour global excellence in promoting and selling expedition cruises, celebrating the achievements of exceptional tour operators, agencies, and travel brands worldwide.
Championing Expedition Cruising in India
Since entering the expedition cruise segment in 2022, Holiday Moods Adventures has positioned itself as a leading specialist in Arctic, Nordic, and Polar exploration for Indian travellers. The company has built strong partnerships with globally reputed cruise brands, focusing on responsible, educational, and sustainable expedition travel.
Among its many accomplishments, the company:
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Introduced exclusive expedition cruise products covering the Arctic and Antarctica.
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Appointed as the India distributor for Havila Voyages, Norway’s responsible luxury coastal cruise, and later added Swan Hellenic Expedition Cruises to its growing portfolio.
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Recorded an impressive 180% year-on-year growth, with expedition cruises now contributing over 30% of total revenue.
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Regularly conducts nationwide B2B roadshows, webinars, and training programs to educate and empower the travel trade.
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Designed curated pre- and post-cruise programs in Nordic destinations, enhancing travellers’ overall experiences.
Tejbir Singh Anand, Co-Founder & Managing Director, shared,
“Being recognized among the best in the global expedition cruise community is a proud moment for us and for India’s travel industry. Expedition cruising is evolving rapidly, and India is emerging as a strong source market for experiential and polar journeys. This nomination reaffirms our dedication to building awareness and aspiration for this remarkable travel segment.”
Adding to this, Arshdeep Anand, Co-Founder & Director, stated,
“This recognition is a shared achievement with our travel trade partners who have believed in our vision. Together, we are introducing India to a new era of responsible exploration and positioning our country as an emerging contributor to global expedition cruising.”
Building Global Partnerships and a Vision Ahead
Their strong collaborations with Havila Voyages and Swan Hellenic Cruises have enabled Indian travellers to explore the Arctic, Antarctic, and Nordic regions with a blend of luxury, learning, and sustainability. Looking ahead, Holiday Moods Adventures plans to expand its portfolio by partnering with additional small-ship sustainable expedition lines, launching digital campaigns, organizing FAM trips, and promoting educational polar voyages — continuing its mission of “Exploring the extraordinary, responsibly and purposefully — together.”
