Swan Hellenic has confirmed a series of 2027 cruises built around the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, according to Seatrade Cruise News. The line is calling the program "Explore Space at Sea," Cruise Industry News reports.
Six scientists will join the 2027 voyages, travelweekly.com.au reports. The line has named those researchers, though the reporting available does not list them.
The sailings are being organized with SETI, the field devoted to scanning for signals or other evidence of technology beyond Earth. According to Cruise Industry News, SETI experts will take part in the 2027 program, giving passengers direct access to researchers working in that field.
Swan Hellenic's confirmation follows earlier reporting on the plans. Seatrade Cruise News, travelweekly.com.au and Cruise Industry News each covered the announcement, with the scientist lineup and the "Explore Space at Sea" name appearing across those reports.
The company has not, in the material available, disclosed the ships, itineraries, departure dates or fares for the series. Those details would normally be released closer to booking.
What to watch next: the full list of named scientists, the specific itineraries and when bookings open.