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These examples demonstrate both our commitment to environmental stewardship as well as tourism innovation - working with our guests to both preserve and enhance the regions where we travel. We know from decades of experience that engaging local partners and international NGOs, together with our guests, offers real solutions and hope for future generations.
Some of our recent awards include:
2008
The municipality of Puerto Ayora, the largest city in Galapagos, grants an award to Sven Lindblad for his commitment to the preservation and conservation of the Galapagos archipelago and his commitment to the local community
2007
Tourism for Tomorrow "Global Tourism Business Award"
2007
Seafood Champion Award
2006
Medal of Commandeur de L'Ordre Civil et Militaire Adolphe de Nassau presented to Sven Lindblad by HRH Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg for his years of conservation leadership in the Galapagos
2006
Newly discovered endemic species of moth, Undulambia lindbladi, named in honor of Sven Lindblad's dedication to Galapagos conservation
2006
Travel + Leisure's "World's Best Value" Award: #1 in Cruise Lines; #2 in Tour Operators
2000-2006
Travel + Leisure's "World's Best" Award for "Small-Ship Cruise Lines" and "Tour Operators"
2006
Conde Nast Traveler: Truth in Travel - "The Best Crew/Service: Small Ships";
"The Best Itineraries: Small Ships" [Polaris rated with a perfect score of 100 in both categories]
2005-2006
Condé Nast Traveler "Gold List"
1997-2002;
Condé Nast Traveler "Gold List"
1996-2006
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
2002
Condé Nast Traveler Ecotourism Award
2001
United Nations Environment Programme Global 500 Award, conferred upon Sven- Olof Lindblad
1995-1996
National Audubon Society "Nature Odysseys Tour Operator Award for Excellence"
1993
ASTA/Smithsonian Magazine Environmental Award
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